Kabul’s decision to sever trade ties with Pakistan highlights geopolitical tensions, economic vulnerabilities, and the challenge of finding alternative routes through Iran and Central Asia.
Amid a month-long border closure and stranded cargo worth millions, Afghanistan’s decision to suspend trade with Pakistan raises fears of an “economic massacre” among local traders and industry leaders.
Political leaders, tribal elders, traders, and transporters call on Pakistan and Afghanistan authorities to end the month-long closure of the Torkham crossing, citing severe economic hardship.
On Friday night, two blasts occurred on Quetta’s Qambarani Road; first near a check post, second on a motorcycle-mounted IED near a BDS vehicle, with no casualties reported.
DG ISPR, during a briefing with journalists on November 25, stated that Afghan forces fire across the border to help terrorists infiltrate Pakistan, citing security challenges.
