Pakistan has temporarily closed the Ghulam Khan border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, disrupting trade and travel until further notice.
Local officials in Khost province have announced that the Ghulam Khan border crossing has been closed by the Pakistani side due to security concerns and will remain shut until further notice.
According to a press release issued by the Khost governor’s office, officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on the evening of the previous day that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats.
The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice.
Local authorities have urged all citizens, travelers, and traders to avoid using this route and instead utilize alternative pathways for commuting and transporting their goods.
Ghulam Khan is one of the key border crossings between Afghanistan and Pakistan, playing a crucial role in the transit of goods and the movement of people between the two countries. It holds particular economic and commercial importance for residents of Khost and neighboring areas.
Repeated closures of this route due to security concerns have often created difficulties for traders, drivers, and passengers, negatively impacting trade relations between the two nations.
The ongoing border disruptions continue to strain the already fragile economic ties between Afghanistan and Pakistan, affecting livelihoods and regional trade dynamics.
Authorities on both sides are being urged to establish a sustainable and secure framework for cross-border movement to avoid future economic setbacks and reduce disruptions to civilian life.
