Khunjerab Pass Trade is Connecting Nations and Thriving Economies

At an elevation of more than 4,600 meters, the Khunjerab Pass remains to reinforce its role as a key exchange bridge between Pakistan and China. Linking Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region with China’s Xinjiang province, this ancient mountain bypass has recently entered a new phase of regional transformation facilitation.

TIR Operations Kick-Off

The Khunjerab Pass Trade has witnessed its first TIR (Transports Internationaux Routiers) operation, which marked a groundbreaking development. The milestone cargo left the Sost Dry Port in Gilgit-Baltistan earlier than continuing its journey through sea routes for Karachi. The TIR system, an internationally recognized customs transit procedure, is likely to facilitate change processes, minimize costs, and enhance efficiency in the region.

Economic Opportunities and Local Impact

Local leaders have appreciated the initiative and underlined its transformative potential for Pakistan’s economy. Through smooth alternate with China, the operation is likely to generate big revenue, enhance the livelihood of communities in Gilgit-Baltistan, and make a contribution to infrastructural development.

The customs branch estimated an impressive Rs9.5 billion ($34.87 million) in revenue generated through these activities, a file fulfillment that underlines the strategic importance of the Khunjerab Pass in regional alternative dynamics.

Why This Matters for Pakistan and Beyond

The expansion of change via the Khunjerab Pass no longer only enhances Pakistan’s financial relations with China but also strengthens its position in the global grant chains. The integration of the TIR machine opens doors to broader markets in the world, potentially transforming Pakistan’s change landscape.

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