Pakistan reopens Iran border crossing after week-long suspension of trade
Pakistan has reopened the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing with Iran following a week-long suspension that disrupted trade and caused supply chain issues. The resumption of operations is expected to alleviate LPG shortages and stabilize food and energy prices in the region.
Why it matters
The reopening is critical for Pakistan's energy security and regional trade stability, highlighting the impact of border security and diplomatic relations on local economies.
Pakistan reopens Iran border crossing after week-long suspension of trade Resumption of operations in the Gabd-Rimdan crossing is expected to ease LPG shortage and reduce food and energy prices Islamabad Pakistan reopened a key border crossing with Iran to resume bilateral trade and cross-border movement after a week-long suspension that stranded freight vehicles, disrupted supplies and aggravated concerns over LPG shortage ahead of winter. Trade operations resumed on Saturday (October 24, 2026) at the Gabd-Rimdan crossing in Balochistan's Gwadar district, with border officials allowing commercial consignments accompanied by consignment notes dated October 16 or earlier to cross, according to a news report. Mir Naveed Jan Kalmati, president of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, confirmed that the crossing, also known as Gate 250, has reopened. "Pakistan has opened the border with Iran at Gabd-Rimdan...
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