ISLAMABAD: Bilateral trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has resumed through Angoor Adda crossing point, as border terminal has become operational after remaining closed for two years.
“In line with the government’s policy of developing border terminals on important crossing points and responding to the long-standing demands of local tribes, the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) established border terminal at Angoor Adda in South Waziristan District, said NLC here in a statement.
Notably, in July this year, Pakistan and Afghanistan had agreed to open Angoor Adda crossing point, however, Islamabad had linked it with the operationalisation of border terminal by National Logistics Corporation.
The issue was raised during the recent visit of Afghanistan delegation led by Mawlawee Ahmadullah Zahid, Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan. The delegation visited Islamabad from July 21-23, 2025 to discuss bilateral trade and transit issues.
Angoor Adda crossing point is situated in South Waziristan, Pakistan, which is a crucial point for bilateral trade and movement between Pakistan and Afghanistan. However, for the past almost two years, Pak-Afghan trade at Angoor Adda crossing has been closed.
Pakistan had informed Afghanistan that it would require some time to complete basic infrastructure for trade at Angoor Adda crossing point, and agreed that efforts be made to open the crossing point by 14th of August, but if not possible, then by 31st August 2025 subject to operationalisation of border terminal by National Logistics Corporation.
According to the NLC, the project was completed in record 30 days despite daunting challenges such as the absence of roads, electricity, water and communication systems in the area by employing local construction workers and engineers. NLC developed requisite infrastructure to make a fully functional terminal. Offices and accommodation for relevant government agencies including Customs, FIA, Plant Protection Department and others involved in cross-border trade have been made available in the terminal. The Angoor Border Terminal has been equipped with weighbridges, container and truck yards, banking services, Fiber-Optic connectivity and uninterrupted power supply through heavy-duty generators.
Equally significant is the connectivity of Customs WeBOC and FIA’s IBMS with internet enabling real-time digital coordination and smooth management of cross-border transactions. Plans are also underway to install cargo scanner shortly.
By formalizing trade with Afghanistan, Angoor Adda Border Terminal opens new avenues for local tribes who can now export their produce through a shorter and more convenient route.
It is pertinent to mention here that NLC has provided 100% jobs to the youth of local tribes thereby providing them with a sustainable livelihood and contributing directly to socio-economic uplift in the region, the statement said.
