The Balochistan government on Sunday refuted social media rumours regarding the temporary closure of the Pakistan-Iran border, clarifying that the move aims to address security concerns, curb smuggling, and improve border management. In an official statement, Adviser to the Balochistan Chief Minister Shahid Rind said that the temporary closure was necessary to address security concerns, prevent illegal trade, and improve the overall border management system between the two neighboring countries.
According to Rind, positive progress is currently being made in resolving administrative and security issues through constructive discussions between senior officials of Pakistan and Iran. "In view of the current progress and mutual cooperation, the Pakistan-Iran border is likely to reopen very soon," he said, adding that a highly coordinated system is being developed to streamline border affairs and maintain sustainable law and order.
Rind strongly urged the general public and local stakeholders not to pay heed to unverified information and sensationalist rumours circulating on various social media platforms. The Quetta Chamber of Commerce had previously stated that the border closure severely disrupted bilateral trade, leaving approximately 2,000 commercial trucks carrying perishable and non-perishable goods stranded on both sides of the frontier.
The chamber warned that the sudden decision and subsequent delays would result in significant financial losses for local businesses, importers, and exporters operating in the region. Government officials added that traders dealing with Iranian markets have been advised to exercise caution and suspend new purchases until the situation normalizes completely.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Commerce has directed relevant traders to temporarily stop making new bookings for goods imported from Iran to prevent further congestion at the border terminals. Authorities remain optimistic that diplomatic and administrative channels will soon yield a permanent and effective framework for smooth cross-border movement and regulated commercial activities.