Pakistani workers seeking overseas employment have received encouraging news as Pakistan continues to expand legal and safe job opportunities abroad. The government has made significant progress in securing employment agreements with European and Gulf countries.
Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Salik Hussain, has announced that Pakistan has successfully reached an employment agreement with Italy and is also holding talks with Gulf nations to ease visa policies for Pakistani workers.
Pakistan and Italy Sign Employment Scheme Agreement
Pakistan and Italy have finalized negotiations on a new employment scheme that will allow Pakistani workers to access job opportunities in Italy through a legal and transparent process.
The federal minister described the agreement as a major breakthrough for overseas Pakistanis and said it reflects growing cooperation between the two countries in labour mobility.
According to the minister, a delegation from Italy is expected to visit Pakistan next month. The visiting team will work with Pakistani authorities to finalize recruitment procedures and implementation details to ensure smooth processing for workers.
Officials believe the visit will help streamline recruitment systems and bring clarity to employment mechanisms.
Talks Held with Gulf Countries on Visa Easing
Salik Hussain also revealed that Pakistan has held discussions with:
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Saudi Arabia
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Qatar
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Bahrain
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Kuwait
The talks focused on easing visa policies for Pakistani workers and making it easier for them to access Gulf job markets.
The aim is to improve employment conditions for Pakistani expatriates and provide smoother legal pathways for overseas work.
Positive Response from Gulf Nations
According to the federal minister, Arab countries have responded positively to Pakistan’s proposals. He expressed optimism that these discussions will soon lead to practical steps that will benefit Pakistani workers.
The government remains committed to expanding safe and lawful overseas employment channels and protecting the rights of Pakistani workers abroad.
Italy Allocates Dedicated Job Quota for Pakistan
In another major development, Italy has allocated a dedicated employment quota for Pakistan, making it the first European country to officially reserve job slots for Pakistani workers.
Under the agreement, Italy will provide 10,500 jobs to Pakistani workers over the next three years.
Each year:
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3,500 Pakistani workers will travel to Italy
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1,500 will be seasonal workers
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2,000 will be non-seasonal workers
This annual quota provides long-term stability for overseas employment planning.
Sectors Open for Pakistani Workers in Italy
Italy has opened multiple employment sectors for Pakistani workers, including:
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Shipbreaking
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Hospitality and tourism
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Healthcare
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Agriculture
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Technical and industrial services
Pakistani workers will be hired as:
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Welders
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Technicians
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Chefs and waiters
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Housekeeping staff
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Nurses and medical technicians
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Agricultural workers
Officials say Italy’s strong demand for Pakistani manpower reflects confidence in Pakistan’s skilled workforce.
A New Era for Overseas Employment
These developments mark a major step forward for Pakistani workers seeking international employment. With new opportunities opening in Europe and improved access to Gulf markets, Pakistan is entering a new phase of overseas job expansion.
The government says it will continue working with international partners to create more legal, secure, and well-regulated employment pathways for Pakistanis.
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