ENHANCING TRADE BETWEEN PAKISTAN AND AFGHANISTAN

Abstract

This article is mainly focusing on trade relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Both the countries share a long border and rich historical background. Relations between the two countries mostly remain tense as Pakistan always kept Afghanistan on subordinate rank while constructing his foreign policy. Convergence and divergence in relation between the two countries led to trade hurdles between the two countries. Smooth relation between the two countries are prerequisite for improving trade between the two countries. This article highlights different trade barriers existing between the two countries. Despite of highlighting different trade barriers it also suggests certain remedies which are necessary for improving trade between the two countries. For improving trade sector both the countries have to adopt certain strategies like clearness process of customs, transporting vehicles insurance, opting of necessary safety measures of containers. Monitoring and tracking of consignments, obstacles on port, rail and road projects and issues regarding banking channels. Data have been collected from secondary sources like articles, journals etc.