Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reiterated the government’s commitment to support Gilgit-Baltistan’s development for the overall economic growth.

He was chairing a meeting of the committee on the issues of Gilgit-Baltistan here in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting was attended by Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Engr Amir Muqam, GB Finance Minister Muhammad Ismail, Agriculture Minister Mohammad Anwar, Ex-Chief Minister GB Hafiz Hafeez Ur Rehman, Chief Secretary GB, Member WAPDA and other officials from the relevant Ministries.

Chief Secretary Gilgit-Baltistan outlined the issues faced by the GB government. Some of these issues were related to insufficient fund allocations and delays in PSDP projects which lead to employee related and other liabilities.

The Chief Secretary advocated for solar power projects designed to address the region’s growing energy needs. He also proposed initiatives for the digitization of land records and the expansion of airports to enhance tourism potential.

These proposals aim to modernize GB’s infrastructure and capitalize on its natural beauty, further contributing to the region’s economic development.

Muhammad Aurangzeb expressed his appreciation for the well-thought-out proposals and underscored the importance of reforming GB’s administrative and fiscal frameworks.

He emphasized that these reforms are vital for both the welfare of the local population and the stimulation of tourism.