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67 Pakistanis Deported from 8 Countries in 24 Hours, 14 Detained for Investigation

In the last 24 hours, 67 Pakistanis have been deported from China, Malaysia, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia for illegal entry, drug trafficking, and overstaying. 14 are under investigation for human trafficking.
2025-03-10
67 Pakistanis Deported from 8 Countries in 24 Hours, 14 Detained for Investigation

A total of 67 Pakistanis were deported from eight countries in the past 24 hours on various charges, including illegal entry, drug trafficking, and overstaying visas. Among them, 14 individuals have been detained and handed over to the Anti-Human Trafficking Circle for further investigation.

Saudi Arabia Tops Deportations

According to immigration sources, Saudi Arabia deported 36 Pakistanis on charges such as:

  • Begging
  • Drug trafficking
  • Absconding
  • Working without a sponsor
  • Overstaying visas
  • Passport tampering
  • Illegal entry
  • Among them, one individual was blacklisted.

Other Countries Taking Action

  • Cyprus: Declared 1 Pakistani undesirable and deported 3 individuals.
  • Turkey: 1 Pakistani was deported after their residence permit was canceled.
  • Malaysia: 1 Pakistani was declared prohibited.
  • China: Refused entry to 1 individual.
  • Iraq: Deported 12 Pakistanis, including 8 who had entered illegally.
  • UAE: Sent back 10 Pakistanis on charges including drug trafficking, rape, murder, fraud, imprisonment, and theft.
  • Cambodia: Deported 1 Pakistani for working with a fraudulent company.

Anti-Human Trafficking Crackdown

The 14 detained individuals are now under investigation for possible involvement in human trafficking networks, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal migration and related crimes.

Authorities continue to monitor illegal migration and warn against using fraudulent means to enter or stay in foreign countries.