Pakistan, Poland to Expand Job Opportunities for Overseas Workers

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, held a key meeting with Polish Ambassador to Pakistan, Maciej Pisarski, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of trade and employment.

According to an official press release issued on Thursday, both sides agreed to enhance collaboration to create legal job opportunities for Pakistani workers in Poland. The initiative is aimed at expanding Pakistan’s overseas labor market and meeting the growing workforce needs of Poland.

During the discussion, the federal minister highlighted the increasing trade volume between the two countries. He revealed that in the past year alone, Pakistan exported goods worth $450 million to Poland. Major exports included textiles, leather products, and sports equipment, which continue to represent Pakistan’s stronghold in the European market.

Ambassador Pisarski expressed solidarity with Pakistan over the recent floods, offering condolences for the loss of lives and property. He assured that Poland values its partnership with Pakistan and is committed to supporting initiatives that benefit both nations.

The ambassador also underlined that while there are multiple job opportunities for Pakistanis in Poland, the government has introduced strict policies to discourage and prevent illegal immigration. Only properly documented and skilled workers will be allowed entry, ensuring a transparent and fair process.

The meeting further discussed upcoming high-level exchanges between the two countries. Poland’s Foreign Minister is scheduled to visit Pakistan in October 2025, during which several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed. These agreements will cover areas such as employment, trade, and bilateral cooperation in new sectors.

Chaudhry Salik Hussain pointed out that in just one year, more than 742,000 Pakistanis went abroad for employment. This makes Pakistan the fourth-largest country in the world in terms of workforce export. He stressed that the government is taking strong measures to curb illegal migration and ensure that workers move abroad through safe and legal channels.

The minister also mentioned ongoing pilot projects with South Korea and Japan, which are providing legal employment pathways for Pakistani workers. These projects are running successfully and are seen as models that could be expanded with other countries, including Poland.

Officials believe that enhanced cooperation with Poland will not only open new job markets for Pakistani workers but also help strengthen economic and diplomatic ties between the two nations.

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