Gilgit-Baltistan government formula finalised as PPP, PML-N join hands

PPP and PML-N finalise government formula

According to sources, the PPP PML-N alliance has agreed on the structure of the new Gilgit Baltistan government.

Under the agreement, the Pakistan Peoples Party will hold the office of the Chief Minister, while the Pakistan Muslim League-N will receive the Governor’s position.

The agreement also gives the PML-N the positions of Leader of the Opposition and Deputy Speaker as part of the power-sharing arrangement.

Amjad Hussain Advocate nominated for Chief Minister

The Pakistan Peoples Party has officially nominated Amjad Hussain Advocate as its candidate for Chief Minister. He is currently serving as the party’s president in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Sources said this is the first time the PPP has nominated a leader from the Gilgit region for the Chief Minister’s office, making it a significant political development for the region.

PPP emerged as the largest party

In the recent elections, the Pakistan Peoples Party secured 9 seats, emerging as the largest political party in the assembly and strengthening its position to lead the Gilgit Baltistan government.

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also contacted Amjad Hussain Advocate by telephone and directed him to move forward with government formation while focusing on the constitutional and economic rights of the people.

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Power-sharing aims to ensure stability

Political observers believe the PPP PML-N alliance is aimed at ensuring political stability and avoiding uncertainty after the elections. Both parties are expected to work together on governance and development in the region.

If the agreement is implemented successfully, the PPP PML-N alliance could help the new administration focus on public welfare projects, economic growth and better governance across Gilgit-Baltistan.