Islamabad: Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, has vowed to work for the progress and prosperity of Gilgit-Baltistan. Talking to Gilgit Baltistan's former cabinet members in Islamabad today, he highlighted the massive tourism potential of the region. He said Gilgit-Baltistan will be turned into "the Switzerland of Pakistan".

According to Radio Pakistan, the Minister also welcomed former Governor Raja Adil, former Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan, and other former ministers upon their joining the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party.