The border crossing point between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been reopened for trade activities after a 10-day closure. According to media reports from Peshawar, the first commercial vehicle from Afghanistan entered Pakistani territory on Tuesday morning.
The border had been closed for the past 10 days due to disputes over travel documents for truck drivers from both countries, causing significant losses for traders.
The Pakistani government had previously decided on travel document requirements for cargo vehicles coming from Afghanistan, a decision that was not well-received by Afghan traders.
According to sources, an agreement has been reached between the Afghan Consul General and Pakistani authorities to grant a grace period until March 31 for Afghan drivers to obtain travel documents.
Authorities also stated that, starting from April 1, cargo vehicles without proper documents will be prohibited from entering Pakistan from Afghanistan.
It is noteworthy that the relationship between the two countries is strained. Pakistan has consistently accused Afghanistan of using its soil for terrorist attacks inside Pakistan, while the Taliban government in Afghanistan denies these allegations.
Murtaza Solangi, Pakistan’s Minister for Information and Broadcasting, stated in an recent interview that the future of relations between Islamabad and Kabul depends on the behavior of the Taliban government. In the interview, Solangi also blamed the lack of improvement in relations on the fact that the Taliban government continues to shelter terrorist elements, including members of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).