Saudi Arabia Expels 56,000 Pakistani Beggars; PM Sharif Faces Global Shame

• Saudi Arabia expelled 56,000 Pakistani citizens for begging, causing international embarrassment for PM Shehbaz Sharif.
• Pakistan's FIA offloaded 66,154 passengers in 2025 to curb organized begging gangs traveling abroad.
• UAE imposed visa restrictions on Pakistani citizens due to concerns over criminal activities.
• Other countries like Dubai, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, and Thailand also reported issues with Pakistani beggars.
• Misuse of pilgrimage (Umrah) and tourist visas for begging is damaging Pakistan's global image and affecting genuine travelers.

Why It Matters: Pakistan faces global shame as thousands of its citizens are expelled for begging abroad, damaging its image.