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Nepal has introduced a token system for its cargo containers entering the bordering Kerung (Geelong inland port) in China through Rasuwagadhi region, the only operating international border point between the two countries.“We have implemented the token system so that only 50 containers can enter China at once for importing goods. Once these 50 containers come back then another 50 will be given the token,” said Krishna Prasad Adhikari, Chief District Officer of Rasuwa District.
According to Adhikari, vehicle movement on the Nepali side of the border has been difficult due to parking of hundreds of trucks on the road, which remains fragile after the April 25 earthquake last year. Due to traffic jams on the road, several hydropower projects being developed near the border are finding it hard to transport necessary construction materials, said Nepali officials. The new system will ease movement of trucks across the border.
But, the Nepali officials also fear whether entry and exit of 50 containers would be enough for the growing trade through this route.”Currently, around 200 containers are returning at once from China bringing goods,” KedarPaneru, chief customs officer at Rasuwa district, said.
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