Iran and Pakistan agree to keep border crossings open around the clock

Iran and Pakistan have agreed to operate their existing border crossings around the clock, according to comments by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni reported by IRNA.

Momeni described relations between the two countries as strategic and said the change follows bilateral agreements. He also said a new border crossing would be opened at Kuhak.

The supplied item does not provide an opening date for the new crossing or details on staffing, customs procedures and cargo capacity. The announcement nevertheless points to an effort to expand cross-border movement and connectivity.