Pakistan Sees Stable Overseas Employment and Higher Social Protection Spending in FY2026
Pakistan records steady overseas worker registrations during Jul-Nov FY2026, while social safety net programs expand with higher BISP spending and increased interest-free lending.
Emigration Surges While Social Safety Nets Strengthen in Pakistan
Pakistan recorded a 23.9% rise in registered emigrant workers in July 2025, while social protection programs including BISP and interest-free loans expanded significantly, highlighting the dual trends of rising overseas employment and stronger domestic welfare support.