56,000 Pakistani Beggars Expelled from Saudi Arabia; International Shame Mounts

• Saudi Arabia expelled 56,000 Pakistani citizens for begging, highlighting Pakistan's severe economic crisis.
• Pakistanis are found begging in wealthy Middle Eastern countries like Saudi Arabia and UAE, often misusing Umrah visas.
• The Pakistani government placed thousands on a 'no-fly list' (ECL), and FIA prevented 66,154 passengers from flying in 2025 to curb organized begging.
• UAE stopped issuing visas to many Pakistanis due to frequent criminal activities and begging incidents in Gulf countries.
• This issue has severely damaged Pakistan's global image, leading to stricter visa checks and difficulties for honest Pakistani travelers.

Why It Matters: Pakistan faces international humiliation as 56,000 beggars are expelled from Saudi Arabia, damaging its global image.