According to official sources, Pakistani assets worth approximately $20 billion (around PKR 5.6 trillion) are currently held in the Middle East and Europe. While these funds were declared under amnesty programs in 2018 and 2019, they have yet to be repatriated.

A total of 82,889 declarations were submitted under the previous schemes, generating PKR 194 billion in taxes. Political and regional uncertainties, such as recent tensions involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel, have prompted many Pakistanis to keep their wealth in safer foreign locations.

To encourage repatriation, the government is considering expanding the Roshan Digital Account scheme, allowing not only overseas Pakistanis but potentially foreign nationals and companies to invest in Pakistan. This initiative could open new avenues for foreign investment while keeping funds within regulated channels.

Additionally, officials are working on tax incentives for overseas Pakistanis investing in the real estate sector, where only 10% tax on property purchases would apply. Notably, this scheme is designed for legally held funds, explicitly excluding black money. Authorities say the measures could be introduced in the upcoming budget or even sooner.

The move reflects a strategic effort to mobilize idle wealth, boost economic activity, and create investment-friendly opportunities for both overseas Pakistanis and international investors.