ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has directed relevant authorities to enhance coordination with the governments of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) to expedite development projects aimed at providing socio-economic relief to the local population.
According to Radio Pakistan, Dar chaired a meeting in Islamabad focused on reviewing the development and governance issues in AJK and GB. During the meeting, he underscored the historical significance of these regions and the sacrifices made by their people, urging the newly established governments to adopt fresh and result-oriented strategies to tackle governance challenges and improve public service delivery.
The discussions centered on administrative and governance issues, with participants examining institutional mechanisms to streamline federal and regional coordination. The meeting also addressed pending legislative and financial matters while emphasizing the acceleration of socio-economic development projects, including roads, infrastructure, healthcare, and regional connectivity in both regions.