Pakistan suspends Iran trade at Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan crossings over security concerns

Pakistan has suspended trade with Iran through the Gabd-Rimdan and Taftan border crossings in Balochistan. The Ministry of Commerce withdrew its October 3 order with immediate effect on Friday.

Shahid Rind, adviser to the Balochistan chief minister, said the temporary closure aims to address security concerns, prevent smuggling, and improve the border system. He called the move necessary to improve security and administrative affairs on both sides.

“The purpose of the temporary closure of the Pak-Iran border is to address security concerns, prevent smuggling, and make the border system more effective.”

Rind said high-level officials from both countries continue talks to resolve administrative issues, and the border is likely to reopen soon. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson described the closure as temporary and attributed it to technical issues.

Hundreds of trucks carrying LPG, rice, fresh fruit, and other essential commodities are stranded on both sides of the border. The Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry advised traders to stop placing new import and export orders until further notice.

Passenger traffic through the Rimdan–Gabd crossing remains operational, according to the Iranian Transit Office director general.