GILGIT: The ongoing protest sit-in on Karakoram Highway (KKH) has disrupted travel and trade between Pakistan and China via Khunjerab Pass for the 20th consecutive day on Friday.

People are protesting against taxation policies and the suspension of customs clearance at Sost dry port.

Organisers plan to escalate their movement, accusing the government of lacking seriousness despite Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent promise to resolve the issue and grant a one-time amnesty for stuck consignments. Traders criticised authorities for their inaction.

Speaking at a press conference in Sost town near Khunjerab Pass, members of the........

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