Authorities are persisting in their efforts to combat smuggling activities across the nation. Aiming to strengthen the country's economic stability and combat illicit trade, the govt has implemented strict measures at the national level.
Since September 2023, a series of operations targeting smugglers has been underway, carried out by governmental directives. Recent data from February 18th to 25th reveals a significant interception of smuggled goods, including Iranian oil, fertilizers, cigarettes, fabrics, and sugar.
In a nationwide sweep, authorities have confiscated a substantial haul, comprising 7.85 metric tons of fertilizers, 1.14 metric tons of sugar, 598 cigarette stocks, 174 fabric rolls, and 0.061 million liters of Iranian oil.
The crackdown extends beyond individual cities, with interceptions reported from Multan and Karachi. From Multan, authorities seized 150 cigarette stocks and 28 fabric rolls, while Karachi saw the confiscation of 248 cigarette stocks and 146 fabric rolls.
Further seizures were reported from Peshawar and Quetta, with 0.23 metric tons of sugar seized from Peshawar and 7.85 metric tons of fertilizers, 0.91 metric tons of sugar, and 200 cigarette stocks confiscated from Quetta.
Since September 1st, the ongoing crackdown has resulted in a substantial haul of contraband, including 9523.175 metric tons of sugar, 247.02 metric tons of wheat flour, 3015.812 metric tons of fertilizers, 222199 cigarette stocks, 239778 fabric rolls, and 3.032 million liters of Iranian oil.
Military leadership and government agencies remain steadfast in their determination to eradicate smuggling activities, underscoring the commitment to safeguarding the nation's economic integrity.
