The nationwide strike by goods transporters has entered its sixth day, as government officials and transport representatives are set to hold crucial negotiations today at Karachi Port Trust (KPT).

The talks are expected to include the Federal Minister for Ports and Shipping and Sindh’s Transport Minister. Sindh Chief Secretary, Karachi Commissioner and Karachi Deputy Inspector General are also expected to participate.

Transporters’ representative Malik Shehzad Awan said goods transporters across Pakistan remain on strike and will continue their protest indefinitely until their demands are accepted.

He made it clear that transporters would not end the strike merely on the basis of government assurances. According to him, a concrete decision on their demands is necessary before transport operations can resume.

Awan further said that accepting the demands alone would not be enough. The government must also issue an official notification confirming the decisions.

He warned that the strike would continue until the notification is formally issued.

The prolonged shutdown has raised concerns about disruptions to the movement of goods across the country. Continued suspension of freight services could affect supply chains, industrial activity, markets and the delivery of essential commodities if the dispute remains unresolved.

The latest negotiations are therefore being closely watched by businesses and consumers, who are hoping for a breakthrough that could restore normal transport operations.

Transporters, meanwhile, have maintained a firm position and said they will not call off the strike until their demands are formally approved and documented.

The outcome of today’s talks could determine whether the nationwide strike ends or enters another phase of uncertainty.