PPP moves to form government in Azad Kashmir; President Zardari contacts PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD(International Desk) —
Political activity in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has intensified as the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) began efforts to form the next government. Sources confirmed that President Asif Ali Zardari has contacted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the evolving political situation and possible power-sharing arrangements in the region.

According to government insiders, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has tasked the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) committee on AJK affairs to hold negotiations with the PPP leadership. The discussions are aimed at finalizing a framework for cooperation in government formation.

The move follows weeks of political maneuvering in Azad Kashmir after the legislative assembly elections produced a fragmented mandate, leaving no single party with a clear majority.

Analysts say a PML-N–PPP understanding could lead to a coalition setup, potentially stabilizing the region’s political environment while ensuring continuity in development projects.

Observers note that the renewed coordination between the two major parties also reflects a broader effort to maintain political harmony amid mounting national and regional challenges.