ISLAMABAD: National Logistics Cell (NLC) launched regular cargo service for China, connecting Islamabad and Karachi to Kashgar and Shanghai. In bid to promote bilateral trade and activate China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project, National Logistics Cell has commenced regular cargo service from Islamabad and Karachi to Kashgar and Shanghai.

Launch of this cargo service will help pave way for implementation of Quadrilateral Transit Trade Agreement between China, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan and International Road Transport ??Convention in future. These agreements will establish clear roadmaps for regional trade development, ensuring overall economic progress in region.

To mark departure of trucks heading towards China, NLC organised ceremony at Silk Route Dry Port in Sost. After completing required customs and immigration procedures, trucks ventured on their journey to Kashgar, eventually entering border city of China through Khunjerab Pass. Upon their return, these trucks will carry imported cargo to various cities across Pakistan, strengthening two-way nature of Silk road as historic trade route.

Launch of cross-border cargo service for China has been welcomed by all stakeholders, expressing optimism that this facility will significantly boost bilateral trade between two friendly nations.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 26 2023

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