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The phenomenon of migration from Pakistan is rooted deeply in decades of political instability, economic downturn, and social despair. As families are caught in dire straits, leaving for Europe becomes a desperate measure for many young men who see no other option for a future. Following the ousting of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2022, situations have only worsened, with inflation skyrocketing and violence edging closer to daily life.
By September 2024, the number of Pakistanis leaving the country for better opportunities had soared, with estimates indicating that over 700,000 fled, along with a troubling increase in dangerous alternative routes that put many at risk of death or exploitation.