Pakistan, April 12 -- "A nation's strength lies not just in its soil, but in the hearts of those who carry its memory across oceans."

For too long, Pakistan's diaspora has been the nation's silent lifeline, sending billions in remittances, advocating for the homeland abroad, and clinging to roots stretched thin by distance and time. Now, with the Overseas Pakistan Convention 2025, the government is finally stepping up to turn this one-sided relationship into a partnership. While voices of skepticism exist, the government positions this initiative as a strategic effort to foster collaboration between the state and its overseas citizens.

The convention, the first of its kind in Pakistan's history, is no mere photo op. It's a structured ef...