Pakistan to Cancel Passports of Deportees, File FIRs

Islamabad, Pakistan – In a significant move to address concerns about the conduct of Pakistani citizens abroad, the government announced a new policy regarding individuals deported from other countries. Their passports will be canceled immediately upon arrival in Pakistan. This decision was made public following a meeting of the Ministry of Interior, chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. According to reports from PTV, the government-owned news channel, the meeting in Islamabad also resulted in a decision to file First Information Reports (FIRs) against those deported. "This strict measure is intended to deter future misconduct by Pakistanis overseas and safeguard the country's reputation," said a source close to the Ministry. The new rule is expected to have a significant impact on Pakistanis working or residing abroad. While the government maintains this is to protect the integrity of Pakistani citizens, some worry about the potential for unintended consequences. The long-term effects of this policy on Pakistan's international relations and the lives of its citizens abroad remain to be seen. The government hopes to deter future misconduct and improve the image of Pakistanis abroad.