Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi interacts with Prince Rahim Aga Khan on his arrival in Lower Chitral. PHOTO: EXPRESS
PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD:
Prince Rahim Aga Khan has shown keen interest in exploring investment opportunities across various sectors in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and reaffirmed his commitment to continued cooperation for the province’s sustainable development.
The 50th Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, who concluded his three-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) on Monday, expressed these views during a meeting with KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, according to a statement issued by the CM Secretariat.
CM Afridi visited Lower Chitral on Sunday where he along with Governor Kundi and other political and government dignitaries welcomed the Aga Khan on his arrival in the district.
In a meeting following his arrival, the two sides discussed KP’s development priorities, investment opportunities and ongoing initiatives in key sectors including health, education, tourism and socio-economic development.
Addressing the media later, the CM said the meeting provided an opportunity for a constructive exchange on KP’s investment potential, the provincial government’s development agenda and ongoing efforts to improve public welfare and economic growth.
The CM acknowledged the long-standing contributions of the Aga Khan Development Network, especially in the northern regions and Chitral.
He said these initiatives in healthcare, education, community development and social welfare have had a transformative impact on local communities.
He further stated that the discussions also included the proposed establishment of Aga Khan University and Aga Khan Hospital facilities in Peshawar.
Afridi reiterated that the provincial government remains fully committed to promoting world-class education and health services, facilitating investment and promoting inclusive and sustainable development across the province.
He emphasized that all available resources are being mobilized to translate this vision into tangible results for the people of the province.
The reception was also attended by KP Assembly Deputy Speaker Suraiya Bibi, Malakand Division Commissioner, Malakand Regional Police Officer, Lower Chitral Deputy Commissioner and other senior political and administrative officials.
