Torkham border to reopen today for all types of travel and trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan

The Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan will reopen today, March 22, for all types of travel and trade, following a prolonged closure, easing movement and commerce between the two nations.

Taliban security officials have announced that the Torkham crossing will be reopened for all types of travel. This decision comes after a prolonged closure, and it is expected to ease movement between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Sayed Tayeb Hammad, a spokesperson for the Taliban’s Nangarhar security command, confirmed that the crossing will be reopened on Saturday, March 22. This marks a positive development after an extended closure, and many are hopeful it will improve bilateral trade and travel.

He added that in the coming days, urgent medical cases will be allowed to pass through the Torkham crossing. This measure is aimed at providing relief to those in need of immediate medical care, further demonstrating the Taliban’s focus on urgent humanitarian issues.

However, the Taliban spokesperson advised citizens to refrain from traveling to the Torkham crossing for the time being, as it could lead to overcrowding. The officials want to ensure a smooth reopening and avoid unnecessary delays and confusion.

Last week, the Taliban and Pakistani officials reached an agreement to reopen the Torkham crossing after it had been closed for 25 days. This decision signifies a mutual commitment to enhance cross-border cooperation and ensure the well-being of citizens in both countries.

This move is likely to benefit trade, particularly in the movement of goods and services, and could pave the way for future agreements that improve the overall relationship between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The reopening of the Torkham crossing is seen as an important step in maintaining stability and facilitating essential travel for citizens of both countries.

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