It has been announced that all the bazaars and markets will remain completely closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, on April 10, 11, and 12, in Rawalpindi due to the arrival of international guests and security concerns. Traders have been directed to follow the instructions of the administration.
According to a statement issued by Malik Shahid Ghafoor Paracha, President of the Central Association of Traders Raja Bazaar Sadar, this decision has been taken in the light of government instructions and orders from the district administration.
The statement further adds that this step has been taken in the context of the arrival of foreign delegations in Islamabad under the instructions of SP Rawal Town and Assistant Commissioner City Ms Iman Zafar and other officials.
Traders have been asked to keep their shops closed, keeping in mind the current security situation.
They have been asked to fully cooperate with the administration so that any legal action or difficulties can be avoided.
The statement also said that if there is any change in this decision, the traders will be informed in a timely manner.
Islamabad peace talks
In view of the Islamabad peace talks between the United States (US) and Iran, extending from April 10 to 11, security has been tightened in the region.
Pakistan has brokered a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, after a 40-day-long war.
A large number of representatives and journalists affiliated with international news media want to come to Pakistan to cover the peace talks. This has caused an increase in demand for Pakistani visas.
The war started on February 28 when the US and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran. These strikes killed Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
These strikes also hit Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure, reports say.
This is a major diplomatic win for Pakistan, which has put the country in the international spotlight.
