Pakistan, June 16 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to overseas Pakistanis on the International Day of Family Remittances. He praised their consistent financial support, calling it a vital strength for Pakistan's economy. He emphasized that the dedication and sacrifices of millions of expatriates are deeply valued at the national level.

According to the Prime Minister's statement, remittances for the current fiscal year have reached a record-breaking $34.9 billion. This is a 28.8% increase from last year's total. In May 2025 alone, workers sent home $3.7 billion, marking a 13.7% rise compared to May 2024. These figures show how actively overseas Pakistanis continue to uplift the economy.

PM Shehbaz highlighted that over 9 mi...