Pakistan, June 9 -- ISLAMABAD - More than one million Pakistanis went abroad for employment during the fiscal year 2024-25, according to the latest Economic Survey released on June 9. The report sheds light on labor migration trends across various provinces and regions, with Punjab taking the lead by a wide margin.

Punjab emerged as the largest contributor to the overseas workforce, sending 404,345 individuals abroad for work. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa came in second, with 187,000 people heading overseas for job opportunities. This steady outflow of workers reflects the province-wise reliance on foreign employment.

Meanwhile, Sindh sent 60,424 workers abroad, showing a smaller yet steady participation in labor migration. In addition, the triba...