Ishaq Dar Launches New Services for Overseas Pakistanis During UK Visit

• London Engagements: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar concluded his official visit to the United Kingdom on August 19, focusing on overseas Pakistanis and strengthening bilateral ties.

Key Announcements at Pakistan High Commission

• Land Record Services: A new system launched in collaboration with the Punjab Land Revenue Authority will allow overseas Pakistanis to remotely access and manage property records in Punjab.
• One Window Passport Processing: A fast-track passport application system has been introduced, reducing application time to around 10 minutes.

Diaspora Engagements

• Dar met with British-Pakistani community groups, including the British-Pakistani Lawyers Forum and Members of Parliament of Pakistani origin.
• He praised the diaspora as a vital bridge between Pakistan and the UK, promoting cultural and economic linkages.

Political & Economic Messaging

• On India: At a London press conference, Dar rejected Indian claims, saying Pakistan had countered New Delhi’s hegemonic narrative and emerged successful in its recent conflict.
• On Economy: In media interviews, he asserted that Pakistan’s economy was stable and showing improvement, with no need for a 27th constitutional amendment. The government, he said, was focused on GDP growth.

The UK hosts one of the largest Pakistani diaspora communities, playing a crucial role in remittances, political advocacy, and bilateral relations.

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