Faisalabad, Nov. 23 -- The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested two men in Faisalabad for their alleged involvement in forced begging and human smuggling from various localities of Faisalabad, ARY News reported, citing a spokesman's statement.

The accused have been identified as Muhammad Ismail and Salman Munawar.

According to the FIA, Ismail was allegedly involved in coercing victims to beg in Malaysia in collusion with other accomplices. "A case has been registered against the accused based on a complaint from the Pakistan High Commission in Kuala Lumpur," the FIA said.

Authorities said Ismail had sent a man named Khalid to Malaysia under the pretence of employment but forced him to beg. In coordination with his accomplice...