Lahore: In a significant development aimed at strengthening the government’s outreach to the diaspora, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz met with Managing Director of the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF), Afzaal Bhatti, on Monday. During the meeting, it was decided that focal persons will be appointed at key offices — including the Chief Minister’s Office, the Chief Secretary’s Office, and the Inspector General’s Office — to expedite resolution of issues faced by overseas Pakistanis.
The appointed focal persons will serve as dedicated points of contact, playing an active role in addressing concerns and facilitating services for Pakistanis living abroad. The Chief Minister issued firm instructions to all government departments and district administrations to take immediate steps for resolving the problems of overseas Pakistanis on a priority basis.
In the meeting, MD OPF Afzaal Bhatti presented a comprehensive briefing on the challenges and matters concerning overseas Pakistanis, especially those belonging to Punjab. He also highlighted ongoing issues in OPF-managed housing societies and schools.
The Chief Minister assured him that the current government is fully committed to resolving these problems without delay. “Overseas Pakistanis are a valuable asset to our homeland,” she emphasized, adding that their contributions play a vital role in national development and must be honored with proactive support and effective governance.
It was also agreed during the meeting to reinvigorate the Overseas Pakistanis Commission Punjab, with the objective of making it a dynamic and responsive body to safeguard the interests of the diaspora.
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