Afghanistan, Nov. 10 -- Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has suffered losses exceeding $200 million as all border crossings remain shut for more than three weeks.
Cross-border trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has come to a near standstill after Islamabad closed all eight crossing points following deadly clashes earlier in October. Officials and traders say the ongoing shutdown has caused severe disruptions to the movement of goods and commercial vehicles.
Business sources estimate that between October 12 and 31 alone, the closure caused $50 million in direct losses, while the total damage to trade has now reached nearly $200 million. Thousands of trucks loaded with perishable goods, fuel, and construction materials remain stra...