WEB DESK: Pakistani diaspora in the UK, despite forming only 2% of the population, is disproportionately targeted in discussions surrounding grooming gangs, creating an unfair narrative that amplifies Islamophobia and racial bias.
The persistent framing of this issue often ignores factual evidence and instead fuels anti-Pakistani sentiment, which benefits far-right groups and foreign interests.
Narratives implicating Pakistanis serve to exploit internal vulnerabilities within diaspora communities, potentially aligning with broader geopolitical strategies.
While the Pakistani state recognizes that a small segment within the diaspora may have acted against the interests of Pakistan, it firmly stands behind its people as they remain an integral part of the nation.
Pakistan urges its diaspora to prioritize unity and avoid becoming pawns in larger political agendas orchestrated to weaken their collective identity.
In these challenging times, it is crucial for the diaspora to align with Pakistan’s efforts to counter such false narratives and uphold their community’s reputation globally. The state reaffirms its support for the diaspora, emphasizing that collective strength and unity are the most effective tools against divisive rhetoric and targeted campaigns
