ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Wednesday decided to facilitate the movement of cargo trucks and containers to cross over into Afghanistan through Torkham and Chaman border crossing points thrice a week (on Monday, Wednesday and Friday) from April 10 onwards.
The decision was taken in response to the Afghan government’s special request, and based on humanitarian considerations, a Foreign Office statement issued here said.
According to the statement, this step was being taken following consultations and coordination between both sides as per agreed upon protocols.
“As a neighbour and in view of fraternal relations, Pakistan remains in abiding solidarity with the people of Afghanistan, particularly at this time of global pandemic, the statement concluded.
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