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March 14, 2026Falcons Journal of Advanced Research

The Rise of Freelancing in Pakistan: Economic Impact on Employment, Income, and Development

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ZAZeeshan AfzalMZMuhammad Zeeshan

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Examines freelancing's economic impact on employment and income in Pakistan, suggesting targeted policy actions for sustainable growth.

Key Points

  • The study aims to assess the economic influence of freelancing on employment, income, and development in Pakistan.
  • Synthesis of secondary data from the State Bank of Pakistan and Payoneer reports
  • Analysis of industry surveys and policy documents
  • Projection of freelance remittances for FY2024–25
  • Freelancers generated approximately US$396 million in export revenue in FY2021–22.
  • Freelance remittances are projected to exceed US$530 million by FY2024–25.
  • The sector has directly created over 100,000 jobs, many transitioning into micro-agencies.
  • Income varies by skill, with high-demand areas yielding significantly higher earnings.
  • Freelancing provides inclusion opportunities, particularly for women, who earn competitive rates.

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Afzal et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b4fc59b39f7826a300d2a7https://doi.org/10.63287/690235
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