Pakistan, Oct. 9 -- Pakistan recorded a notable increase in workers' remittances, reaching $3.2 billion in September 2025 - an 11.3% rise compared to the same month last year. On a monthly basis, inflows grew by 1.46%, reflecting continued financial support from overseas Pakistanis despite global economic challenges. The improvement signals a steady recovery in foreign inflows, contributing to overall economic stability and helping strengthen the country's foreign exchange reserves.

The increase was mainly driven by a 2.6% rise in remittances from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, which remain Pakistan's largest remittance corridor. However, inflows from the United Kingdom declined by 1.9% month-on-month, indicating mild seasonal...