ISLAMABAD, 22 April, 2021 (TON): On Wednesday, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan opened a new border “Pishin-Mand” with Iran to boost economic and trade exchanges.

This newly opened border was the third crossing point after Taftan and Gabd.

This happened amid Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s three-day visit to Iran to bolster bilateral relations.

Located in Pakistan's southwest Balochistan province, near the country's Gwadar port, the Mand crossing point will not only facilitate import and export of goods with Iran, but also help reduce pressure on crossings in handling thousands of Pakistani pilgrims visiting Iran.

In December last year, the two countries inaugurated the Rimadan-Gabd border gateway, whereas the Taftan border has been operational for decades.

Speaking at an inaugural ceremony, Pakistan's Minister for Defense Production Zubaida Jalal said, "It will prove to be a milestone in providing employment and trade benefits to Pakistan, particularly for the people of Baluchistan."

However, the ceremony was attended also by Iranian Minister for Road and Urban Development Mohammad Eslami.