ISLAMABAD:Acknowledging the contribution of overseas Pakistanis, the Foreign Office Spokesperson on Wednesday said they were a great asset for the country.

Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudri in a tweet on International Day of Family Remittances paid tribute to the Pakistani diaspora for their contribution to the country’s economy.

“Let’s recognise overseas Pakistanis who continue to send money back home, supporting their families and contributing to Pakistan’s economy,” he said.

The FO Spokesperson said Pakistani diaspora remained the greatest asset of the country.

The International Day of Family Remittances was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly and is observed annually on June 16. The IDFR recognizes the over 200 million migrant workers, women and men, who send money home to over 800 million family members across the world.

The day further highlights the great resilience of migrant workers in the face of economic insecurities, natural and climate related disasters and a global pandemic.