[🇵🇰] Pakistan Border Trade

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Source : https://twitter.com/Bleed_GreenPK/status/1766522361791099007

In a significant development for regional trade, the transportation of fruits from Pakistan's orchards to Russia via land route has commenced.

The convoy of NLC trucks carrying Kinnow successfully reached Russia, covering a distance of approximately 6,000 kilometers from Sargodha. Out of the total 16 trucks, 14 arrived in the city of Derbent, while 2 reached Grozny.

This initiative by NLC is crucial for the agricultural sector, especially in light of the challenges posed by the unavailability of cold chain facilities, which often result in spoilage of fresh produce.


The implementation of Reefer Service ensures the freshness of fruits during transportation. Upon the arrival of the trucks, a reception ceremony was organized, attended by representatives from the International Road Transport Union, Russian customs officials, Pakistani embassy officers, and members of the business community.

The efforts of NLC were appreciated by the Russian authorities, marking a positive step towards enhancing bilateral trade between Pakistan and Russia. Previously, NLC has successfully transported bananas, meat, and seafood to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China.

 

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NATCO all set to launch Gilgit-Kashgar bus service​

By Khalid Aziz | Gwadar Pro
Oct 1, 2024

ISLAMABAD - The Northern Areas Transport Co. (NATCO) has obtained No Objection Certificate (NOC) for its planned bus service between Gilgit and Kashgar in collaboration with a Chinese company Xinjiang-Kashgar Xin Lu Transportation Co. Ltd.

In a letter to NATCO dated September 30, the Ministry of Communication informed that it has no objection to sign the agreement with the Chinese counterpart company for the start of bus service on the route. NATCO said that it is aiming to start the service during the current season.

In July, the company said that it intended to revive a 2006 agreement with the Chinese company for passenger services between China and Pakistan. It will reduce travel time between Gilgit and Kashgar by at least 24 hours, it added.