Border Reopened.

With the threat of Covid-19 looming, the Pak-Iran Corridor was closed in order to contain the transmission of the disease. Four years later, all relevant authorities have decided to reopen the border in order to encourage trade, promote cooperation and allow the free movement of people from one country to the other. There is an argument to be made that this step should have been taken earlier seeing the low rates of infections in both countries, but better late than never. The focus should now be on seizing every opportunity available through this development.

In light of the reopening of the border, the governments of Iran and Pakistan have also signed 39 memorandums of understanding which are directed towards expanding and formalising trade between the two countries. As neighbours, there are countless ways in which we can help each other out-especially in times of severe economic strife. There is no denying that Pakistan needs to revamp its economy to promote stability and growth and the easiest way would be to partner up with a closely tied ally. Furthermore, a closed border sustains a thriving black market that eats into the economy of each country. With all avenues of trade...