Pakistan’s leading business body has named its representatives to a newly formed committee aimed at managing border affairs with Afghanistan and addressing ongoing disruptions to cross-border trade.
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry said in a statement that the Pakistan–Afghanistan Border Management Committee will be tasked with resolving border-related issues, improving coordination and facilitating dialogue and trade between the two countries.
In a letter issued on Monday, the federation announced the appointment of seven Pakistani members to the committee. It said the body would review border management challenges and propose practical solutions.
According to the letter, the committee will maintain regular communication with relevant Pakistani authorities, Afghan chambers of commerce and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination.
Sources familiar with the matter said the Taliban have not yet named their representatives to the committee.
Pakistan–Afghanistan border crossings have remained closed since October 2025 following deadly clashes between Taliban forces and Pakistani security personnel. The prolonged closure and suspension of trade have caused losses estimated at millions of dollars each day for traders on both sides of the border, according to business groups.
