WNAM REPORT: Mr. Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, chaired a high-level consultative meeting with leaders, traders, and community representatives from Chaman District and the Chaman Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
The meeting addressed challenges arising from frequent and prolonged closures at the Pak-Afghan border crossing in Chaman. Delegates highlighted the socio-economic impact, including financial losses for traders, disruptions in perishable goods exports, rising unemployment, and hardships for the local community dependent on cross-border trade.
The Coordinator noted the concerns raised by the stakeholders and emphasized that resolving the issues of Chaman’s communities is a priority for the government. The matters discussed will be escalated to relevant national and bilateral forums to seek sustainable solutions, with a focus on establishing predictable, transparent, and efficient border management protocols that balance security with legitimate trade.
The Coordinator reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing border trade challenges and ensuring that local communities continue to thrive.
Prime Minister’s Coordinator Holds Consultations with Chaman Stakeholders on Border Trade Issues
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