China-Pakistan border port in Xinjiang resumes passenger clearance

URUMQI, April 4 (Xinhua) -- The Khunjerab Pass, a major land port on the China-Pakistan border in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, resumed passenger customs clearance on Monday, said local authorities.

The import and export cargo volume at the Khunjerab Pass topped 200,000 tonnes from 2016 to 2020, according to the Khunjerab customs.

Located approximately 5,000 meters above sea level, the Khunjerab Pass is a major trade station between China and Pakistan, and an important gateway to South Asia and Europe. China imports mainly textiles, agricultural products and daily commodities at the land port, and exports mainly plants and herbs.