Pakistan has reinstated operations at the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing with Iran, ending a seven-day pause that left many trucks waiting.
Trade began again on Saturday morning at the Gate 250 site in Gwadar district, following Field Marshal Asim Munir's visit to Tehran, with officials processing commercial cargoes.
Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, confirmed that the crossing is now open. He noted that trucks and other vehicles can move both ways carrying imports and exports.
Reason for the Suspension
The Ministry of Commerce halted trade at Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan on October 17, rescinding an October 3 order instantly without stating a cause.
Local authorities reassessed security conditions before giving the green light for trade to resume, and extra forces have been deployed to safeguard convoys.
Impact on Traders and LPG Supply
Both nations praised the move, which should quickly aid traders and drivers stranded on either side.
The renewed flow of goods is expected to alleviate the LPG shortage and help lower climbing energy and food prices. LPG demand typically spikes in winter, and the fuel is one of the items imported via the Iranian border.
Pakistan and Iran share a 909-km frontier between Balochistan and Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan province.
