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Pakistan’s traders and exporters have suffered billions of dollars in losses following the prolonged closure of major trade crossings with Afghanistan, according to a report by Dawn.
Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has supported thousands of families on both sides for decades, with billions of afghanis (AFN) worth of goods, including fresh fruits and vegetables, transported through the crossings each year.
However, the closure of key crossings, including Torkham and Chaman, in October 2025 amid political and security tensions has…