UAE weighs to halt work visas for unskilled Pakistani workers

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, has said that the days of unskilled Pakistani workers finding jobs in the UAE are coming to an end as the country shifts towards a demand for high-end skilled professionals.

During an interview with UAE media outlet Gulf News, Tirmizi said Pakistan need to produce accountants, IT professionals, bankers, AI experts, physicians, nurses, and pilots for the UAE job market. The ambassador said as the UAE's demand for skilled workers rises therefore there is immense potential for Pakistan to tap into if it focuses on enhancing skills. He emphasised that the shift from low-wage, unskilled jobs to high-paying skilled roles would significantly improve the earning potential for Pakistanis. 

Ambassador Tirmizi also discussed the evolving partnership between Pakistan and the UAE, noting that the relationship extends beyond simply sending workers abroad. He added that this collaboration would span generations, focusing on investment opportunities and job creation for Pakistan. 

He highlighted the growing global demand for physiotherapists and nurses, not just in the UAE but worldwide.