Islamabad: A recent disclosure has revealed that approximately 20,000 Pakistani nationals are currently incarcerated in jails across 88 countries. This startling revelation was made in a document presented to the National Assembly.
Key Details from the Report:
- Breakdown of Incarcerated Pakistanis:
- Saudi Arabia: The largest number of Pakistani prisoners, exceeding 10,000, are held in Saudi Arabian jails.
- United Arab Emirates: Following Saudi Arabia, 5,292 Pakistanis are serving sentences in the UAE.
- Malaysia: 463 Pakistani nationals are detained in Malaysia.
- United Kingdom: 321 Pakistanis are imprisoned in the UK.
- Oman: 578 Pakistani prisoners are held in Oman.
- Turkey: 387 Pakistanis are incarcerated in Turkey.
- Bahrain: 371 Pakistanis are in Bahraini jails.
- Greece: 598 Pakistani nationals are serving sentences in Greece.
- China: 406 Pakistanis are imprisoned in China.
- Germany: 90 Pakistani prisoners are in Germany.
- Iraq: 40 Pakistanis are detained in Iraq.
- United States: 114 Pakistanis are in US prisons.
- Sri Lanka: 89 Pakistani prisoners are held in Sri Lanka.
- Spain: 92 Pakistanis are serving sentences in Spain.
- Afghanistan: 85 Pakistanis are incarcerated in Afghanistan.
- South Africa: 48 Pakistani nationals are in South African jails.
- France: 286 Pakistanis are imprisoned in France.
- Death Penalty:
- Among the 20,000 Pakistani prisoners, 68 face the death penalty. These individuals have been sentenced to death for crimes such as terrorism, murder, and drug smuggling.
Context and Implications:
- Legal and Diplomatic Efforts: The discovery highlights the need for enhanced diplomatic and legal efforts to address the situation of Pakistani nationals imprisoned abroad. Efforts to ensure fair treatment and explore possible avenues for repatriation or legal assistance may be crucial.
- Government Actions: It is anticipated that the government will undertake measures to address the challenges faced by Pakistani prisoners abroad, including negotiations with foreign governments and international bodies.
For More Information:
- Stay updated on government statements and policies regarding Pakistani prisoners through official sources and news outlets.
- For further details and continuous updates, check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan.
