Afghan transit trade begins from Gwadar Port

The Afghan transit trade began from Gwadar Port after its first consignment reached there Monday, according to port officials.

A cargo ship brought the consignment of fertilizers from the United Arab Emirates, the officials said.

These containers would now be routed to Afghanistan through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.

The port became operational for trade activities in November 2016.

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