INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Ghulam Khan border crossing in Afghanistan’s southeastern Khost province has been officially reopened for a period of 15 days,
following a two-week closure that disrupted trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan, according to Border Police spokesperson Abidullah Uqab
Farooqi.
Farooqi stated on Tuesday, July 16, that the temporary reopening would allow for the resumption of cargo transportation and trade
activities between traders and freight companies
He emphasized that the move will help prevent further spoilage of perishable goods that had been stuck at the border.
Ghulam Khan is
considered one of the most critical trade gateways between Afghanistan and Pakistan
It plays a vital role in the transportation of essential goods and raw materials between the two neighboring countries.
The crossing had
been closed by Pakistani authorities nearly two weeks ago without any formal explanation
The abrupt shutdown caused significant disruptions for Afghan traders and truck drivers, with many reporting financial losses due to delayed
shipments and rotting goods.
While the border has now reopened temporarily, Pakistani officials have yet to issue any formal statement
regarding either the initial closure or the rationale behind its reopening.
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