The Foreign Office (FO) of Pakistan announced on April 28, 2026, that Cambodian authorities will repatriate 54 Pakistani nationals detained after a raid on a scamming compound. The detainees will be sent back to Pakistan once flight arrangements are finalized, and they will not face legal proceedings as a goodwill gesture from Cambodia. The FO emphasized that this action aligns with directives from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to prioritize the welfare of the Pakistani community abroad.
INTERNATIONALPublished 28 Apr 2026 • Published 22h ago
Cambodia Agrees to Repatriate 54 Detained Pakistani Nationals
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Cambodian authorities have agreed to the early repatriation of 54 Pakistani nationals detained for involvement in a scamming operation, as confirmed by Pakistan's Foreign Office. This decision follows a crackdown on a cybercrime facility in Siem Reap, where reports indicate that over 200 Pakistanis remain in custody under harsh conditions.
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