Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi interacts with Prince Rahim Aga Khan upon his arrival in Lower Chitral. PHOTO: EXPRESS
PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD:
Prince Rahim Aga Khan has shown keen interest in exploring investment opportunities in various sectors in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and reaffirmed his commitment to continue collaborating for the sustainable development of the province.
The 50th Imam of 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 joined Governor Kundi and other political and government dignitaries to welcome the Aga Khan on his arrival in the district.
In a meeting following their 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.
Speaking to 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 aimed at improving public welfare and economic growth.
The CM acknowledged the long-standing contribution of the Aga Khan Development Network, particularly in the northern and Chitral regions.
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 covered the proposed establishment of Aga Khan University and Aga Khan Hospital facilities in Peshawar.
Afridi reiterated that the provincial government remains fully committed to advancing world-class education and healthcare services, facilitating investment and promoting inclusive and sustainable development across the province.
He highlighted 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 Divisional Commissioner, Malakand Regional Police Officer, Lower Chitral Deputy Commissioner and other senior political and administrative officials.
