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Balochistan faces supply chain disruption as Pakistan halts trade with Iran The Ministry of Commerce memorandum suspended trade through the Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan border crossings, which are key routes within Balochistan. This has resulted in hundreds of freight vehicles carrying essential commodities like liquefied petroleum gas and rice being stranded on both sides of the border. The closure of the Gabd-Rimdan crossing, a major route for meeting Pakistan’s energy needs, could push up LPG prices in the open market and cause substantial losses to local livelihoods and the national exchequer.

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  • Hundreds of freight vehicles carrying liquefied petroleum gas, rice, fresh fruit and other essential commodities have reportedly been stranded on both sides of the border.thestar.com.my
  • The Gabd-Rimdan crossing had become a major route for meeting Pakistan’s energy needs, with more than 4,000 tonnes of LPG reportedly imported daily through it.thestar.com.my
  • The Taftan route was already facing disruptions amid unrest in Balochistan.thestar.com.my

Why it matters

The trade with Iran via these crossings is economically vital for the region. The Gabd-Rimdan crossing, specifically, was crucial for meeting Pakistan’s energy needs, importing more than 4,000 tonnes of LPG daily. The disruption threatens to aggravate LPG shortages in Karachi and other parts of the country, while also jeopardizing livelihoods and causing substantial losses to the national exchequer.

This suspension occurs against a backdrop of ongoing regional instability. The Taftan route was already facing disruptions due to unrest in Balochistan, and the closure of these major trade arteries highlights the vulnerability of the province's economy to both security issues and geopolitical tensions.

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  • How long will the trade suspension remain in effect?
  • What specific measures are being taken to resolve the 'technical issues' cited by Iran?

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High officials of both countries resolve administrative issues quicklyThe border is likely to reopen soon, mitigating the supply chain disruption and preventing price hikes.
The suspension is prolonged beyond weeksThe disruption could trigger an energy crisis and cause substantial, long-term economic damage to the province.

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