Millions of Pakistanis work in the Middle East and the remittances they send home are a crucial pillar in their homeland — worth more than exports and accounting for around 10% of the country's GDP. With oil prices rising and regional uncertainty growing, economists warn that Pakistan is highly exposed to any slowdown in Gulf economies. And a prolonged regional conflict could weaken hiring, reduce new migration and increase pressure on a fast‑growing domestic workforce. As the Iran war