Goods transporters end strike after successful talks with govt

ISLAMABAD: The All Pakistan Goods Transport Owners’ Association announced the immediate end of their 10-day strike following successful negotiations with the government.

According to the All Pakistan Goods Transport Owners’ Association, most of their demands were accepted, and vehicular movement will resume from tonight.

The association had sought amendments to the transport act, withdrawal of FIRs and fines against drivers and owners, allocation of space for 1,000 containers at ports, and clearance of vehicles stranded at the Pak-Afghan border.

They also requested the deployment of mobile units on highways and motorways for issuing LTV and HTV driving licences.

All Pakistan Goods Transport Owners’ Association President Malik Shehzad Awan said committees from the federal, Punjab, and Sindh governments had assured that all demands were ready to be accepted. A draft agreement between the government and the association has been signed and will be officially notified shortly.

He thanked all goods transporters and other stakeholders for their support and patience during the strike.