Has Pakistan reopened its border with Iran for trade?
Author: Abid HussainPublished on: October 26, 2026Country: Pakistan
Business & EconomyWorld / International

Pakistan suspended cargo traffic on October 17 at the Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings in Balochistan, citing security risks. Trade partially resumed over the weekend before October 26, with Pakistani exports including rice and bananas crossing into Iran and previously loaded Iranian shipments, including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), entering Pakistan. Customs officials are also clearing consignments dated October 16 or earlier, while stranded trucks are released gradually. The halt in Iranian LPG supplies had caused shortages and price spikes in Pakistan.
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