Survivors of Morocco Boat Tragedy to Be Repatriated: Foreign Office

ye On January 16, 2025, a tragic incident occurred when a boat carrying 80 passengers capsized near Morocco, resulting in the deaths of over 40 individuals, including many Pakistanis. The Pakistani Foreign Office has announced that arrangements are underway to repatriate 22 Pakistani survivors currently in Dakhla, Morocco. Following thorough investigations and coordination with Moroccan authorities, these individuals will be returned to Pakistan in batches. The Pakistani embassy in Rabat and a consular team in Dakhla have been instrumental in facilitating this process. Additionally, the Foreign Ministry’s Crisis Management Unit has been actively monitoring the situation, providing support to the affected individuals, and maintaining communication with their families. In a separate effort, the Foreign Office is facilitating the repatriation of 11 Pakistanis from Mauritania who have voluntarily chosen to return home.On January 16, 2025, a tragic incident occurred when a boat carrying 80 passengers capsized near Morocco, resulting in the deaths of over 40 individuals, including many Pakistanis. The Pakistani Foreign Office has announced that arrangements are underway to repatriate 22 Pakistani survivors currently in Dakhla, Morocco. Following thorough investigations and coordination with Moroccan authorities, these individuals will be returned to Pakistan in batches. The Pakistani embassy in Rabat and a consular team in Dakhla have been instrumental in facilitating this process. Additionally, the Foreign Ministry’s Crisis Management Unit has been actively monitoring the situation, providing support to the affected individuals, and maintaining communication with their families. In a separate effort, the Foreign Office is facilitating the repatriation of 11 Pakistanis from Mauritania who have voluntarily chosen to return home.