China to reopen Khunjerab Pass temporarily to facilitate traders

ISLAMABAD/BEIJING – The Chinese government has agreed to temporarily reopen the Khunjerab Pass, a pivotal northern land route linking with Pakistan, scheduled from Jan 2 to Jan 16, aiming to facilitate traders.

Situated at an impressive altitude exceeding 4,600 meters (15,000 feet) above sea level, the Khunjerab Pass stands as the highest paved international border, connecting Pakistan and…