Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has directed all concerned to ensure close coordination with the governments of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan to expedite ongoing development projects and deliver tangible socio-economic relief to the people.

He was chairing a meeting in Islamabad today to review matters pertaining to Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.

Highlighting the historical significance of Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan and the enduring sacrifices of their people, Ishaq Dar emphasised that the newly formed AJK and GB governments should take fresh, result-oriented initiatives to effectively resolve governance challenges and improve public service delivery.

The meeting focused on administrative and governance issues across both regions.

Participants examined institutional mechanisms to streamline federal-regional coordination, address pending legislative and financial matters, and accelerate socio-economic development projects, including roads, infrastructure, healthcare and regional connectivity.