Pakistan Customs has rejected reports of a disruption in trade activities and LPG supplies at the Pak-Iran border, stating that operations at the Gabd-Rimdan crossing remain fully functional and that essential imports continue to move without interruption.
In a fact check issued by the Directorate General of Communication and Public Relations, Pakistan Customs said recent media reports claiming a halt in border trade and shortages of liquefied petroleum gas were inaccurate.
The department maintained that customs clearance and the movement of essential commodities are continuing normally.
According to official data, 748 LPG Goods Declarations involving approximately 17,353 metric tons of LPG were cleared through the Gabd-Rimdan border crossing between June 1 and June 8 under the jurisdiction of the Collectorate of Customs Appraisement Gwadar. Customs said these figures demonstrate that LPG imports remained active during the period in which reports of disruption surfaced.
The department also highlighted recent procedural changes introduced at the border to improve transparency, strengthen compliance with customs laws, and address cases of misdeclaration, concealment, and revenue leakage.
Officials said the revised clearance regime was implemented under the Customs Rules, 2001, following consultations with the Quetta Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Customs said a one-month transition period was provided to help traders adjust to the new procedures. It added that essential commodities, including LPG and bitumen, continue to receive expedited processing through mechanisms such as the Green Channel to avoid delays.
The department also reported a rise in documented trade and revenue collection. During April to June 2026, Customs collected Rs. 12,071 million against 8,245 Goods Declarations, compared with Rs. 7,861 million against 6,909 Goods Declarations during the same period last year.
Pakistan Customs reiterated its commitment to facilitating lawful trade, ensuring timely clearance of legitimate consignments, protecting government revenue, and maintaining efficient border operations.