The Chaman Protest Movement has closed all government institutions in the port town of Chaman, reacting to ongoing protests against the mandatory requirement of passports and visas for crossing the Spin Boldak pass. 

The movement's members declared they would halt government office operations until the Pakistani government reevaluates the compulsory passport and visa policy.

Yesterday afternoon (Friday), the Chaman Protest Movement's members requested customs, passport, and other department employees to abstain from attending their offices.

"We positioned ourselves in front of the passport office, advising employees not to proceed to their workplaces,” Mohammad Wali, a movement member, stated.

"As long as our activities are halted, their offices will remain shut," said Sadiq Achekzai, the movement's spokesperson.

After discussions with Pakistani government officials, other movement members reported some progress towards addressing this issue.

"In this city, out of a hundred people, ninety are against this; it signifies the city's readiness for any sacrifice but not for passports," noted Mohammad Yusuf, a movement member.

Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, expressed hope that the new Pakistani government would endeavor to overcome these challenges. 

"We are hopeful that the new government in Pakistan will reassess all policies and appropriately manage the conflicts arising between the populace and the government," Mujahid said.

The Chaman residents have been protesting the compulsory passport and visa requirementsi for crossing the Spin Boldak pass for about five months.