Pakistan has opened a new customs facility at Angoor Adda, aiming to speed up legal trade with Afghanistan and tighten border controls in a region long known for bustling — and sometimes informal — commerce.
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has formally designated the National Logistic Corporation (NLC) Border Terminal at Angoor Adda, South Waziristan, as an official customs port. The site, covering nearly 195 kanals, sits directly across from Afghanistan’s Paktika province — a key route for cross-border goods movement.
Faster Clearance, Stronger Oversight
According to the FBR notification, the port will now handle loading, unloading, and clearance of goods under the Customs Act, 1969. Officials say the move is part of a wider plan to modernize Pakistan’s border infrastructure, cut clearance delays, and boost legitimate trade flows.
“This facility will not only improve efficiency in processing imports and exports but also strengthen revenue collection and curb smuggling,” a senior FBR officer told reporters. “It’s about making trade faster, safer, and more transparent.”
Economic and Strategic Impact
Angoor Adda has long served as a commercial lifeline for communities on both sides of the border. By formalizing customs operations here, the government hopes to channel more trade through legal routes, increase tax revenue, and create a more predictable business environment for traders.
The NLC terminal’s location makes it a critical link in Pakistan’s economic engagement with Afghanistan, especially at a time when both countries are seeking stable, regulated trade ties. Improved customs processes are also expected to benefit transporters and logistics firms by cutting waiting times and operational costs.
