Neighbouring states reopen border crossing closed for a decade

Two neighbouring states have reopened a mountain border crossing that was closed ten years ago, allowing families on both sides to visit each other again.

Hundreds of people waited at the crossing on the first morning. Officials said trade in farm goods would resume next month.

Local residents interviewed by reporters were cautiously hopeful. Many said they had heard promises before, and would believe the change when they saw it.

International organisations welcomed the news and offered technical help with the next steps.