Pakistan International To Start Holding Crew Passports On Layovers

The country that harbored bin Laden. So, not surprised at anything else they do.

That's quite draconian. If the country of their layover doesn't require this why should the airline? Also, how would this prevent more disappearances? When a crew member absconds they become illegal, passport or not. And if you ask for asylum, again you won't need the passport. Finally, what does it say about your country when those with some of the best jobs in it are so desperate to leave they're willing to become illegals? It says your country is a shithole.