During the meeting, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance presented a comprehensive report on the nation's import and export status. The discussion centered on identifying alternative routes to sustain the flow of essential goods in the coming months.
The report was compiled considering the experience from the 12-day conflict in 2025 and the recent 40-day conflict. It outlined proposed pathways for imports, exports, and the utilization of alternative corridors, offering recommendations to maintain these operations in the near future. Representatives from Free Trade Zones and the Ministry of Roads also presented reports on the current situation and proposals to facilitate cargo movement.
The session addressed several critical topics, including Leveraging the capacity of northern ports and other corridors to streamline imports and exports; boosting bilateral trade with neighboring countries; Developing cooperation frameworks with provincial governors to expedite trade processes; and revising certain regulations to ease the transfer and distribution of goods required by the public.
Following the meeting, it was decided that the findings and executive proposals regarding the transport and supply of essential goods will be compiled into a formal report for the President after expert review.
To support this initiative, a joint committee has been established to plan the facilitation of essential goods imports and exports. The committee includes representatives from The Planning and Budget Organization, Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance, Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade and Ministry of Agriculture.
