Ahmadzai Wazir tribe demands Angoor Adda gate reopening

The second round of the local grand tribal jirga of all major clans of the Ahmadzai Wazir tribe took place in Wana Bazaar, the headquarters of Lower Waziristan. The primary agenda of the gathering was to demand the reopening of the Pak-Afghan Angoor Adda gate, which serves as the largest trade corridor in the region connecting Pakistan with Afghanistan.

During the jirga, prominent figures including local tribal elders, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-Fazl) district Amir Maulana Mirza Jan, and representatives from the Waziristan Chamber of Commerce and Industry highlighted the significant losses incurred by the Ahmadzai tribes due to the closure of the Angoor Adda gate. They emphasized that the suspension of commercial activities at the gate has resulted in substantial financial losses, particularly in terms of custom duties, impacting the national economy.

The participants and elders from the 9 clans of the Ahmadzai Wazir tribe expressed their commitment to enhancing trade activities at the Angoor Adda gate to benefit future generations. They warned of strict consequences for any individuals disrupting Pak-Afghan trade and announced plans for a third round of the jirga to finalize decisions and ensure community participation.

In conclusion, the Ahmadzai Wazir tribe's determination to revive trade through the Angoor Adda gate reflects their collective efforts to address economic challenges and secure a prosperous future for their community.