Kabul/Islamabad, Oct 19 (UNI) Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan fell by 74% to $358 million in

Kabul/Islamabad, Oct 19 (UNI) Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan fell by 74% to $358 million in the 2025-26 financial year as prolonged border closures and worsening bilateral relations disrupted cross-border commerce, according to official Pakistani data reported by Dawn. Figures released by Pakistan's Trade Development Authority showed bilateral trade declining from $1.3 billion in 2024-25 to $358 million in 2025-26, hitting manufacturers, transport operators, agricultural traders and communities dependent on cross-border business. The Torkham crossing was closed on 12 October 2025 following deadly clashes between the two countries. Other crossings, including Kharlachi, Ghulam Khan, Angoor Adda and Chaman, have also…