CLEAN : Pakistan hails new Afghan border fence to curb militancy

The video discusses the significant shift in border control management between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Traditionally an open border, the government of Pakistan aims to control it by implementing measures such as fencing and completing border forts. The goal is to ensure no part of the border remains unobserved by December 2018. The video also highlights collaboration with Afghan authorities to address capacity issues and ensure comprehensive security.

What has been the traditional nature of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border?

• It has been a conflict zone.

• It has been closed to all traffic.

• It has been an open border.

• It has been heavily fortified.

What is one of the key measures being implemented to secure the Pakistan-Afghanistan border?

• Increasing trade.

• Building a wall.

• Deploying more troops.

• Fencing the border.

By when does the Pakistani government aim to have the entire border under observation?

• By December 2018.

• By January 2020.

• By January 2019.

• By December 2019.

What is the purpose of collaborating with Afghan authorities regarding the border?

• To increase trade.

• To open new border crossings.

• To build a joint military base.

• To address capacity issues.

What assurance is sought through the collaboration with Afghan authorities?

• That the border will remain open.

• That no place is left unguarded.

• That trade will increase.

• That a new treaty will be signed.