A key meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is scheduled for today to discuss the political situation and government formation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).
According to official sources, the meeting will take place at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad this evening. Both the President and the Prime Minister are expected to hold detailed consultations on the future setup in AJK, following recent political developments and shifting alliances in the region.
The discussions are likely to revolve around strategies for ensuring political stability in AJK, the selection of key cabinet members, and the distribution of ministerial portfolios among coalition partners. Sources indicate that President Zardari will play a crucial mediating role in bringing consensus between the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the PPP leadership.
The current political scenario in Azad Kashmir has been fluid over the past few weeks, with reports suggesting internal differences within ruling factions. The leadership aims to reach a final understanding to prevent any further uncertainty or delay in forming a stable government.
Meanwhile, as Pakistan continues to navigate complex political dynamics, the federal government has also shown readiness to engage in regional diplomacy. According to a recent report on peace initiatives with the Afghan Taliban, Islamabad is exploring ways to strengthen cooperation with neighboring countries for lasting stability a move that aligns with broader national security objectives.
Midway through the meeting, it is also expected that both parties will discuss broader political cooperation between the federal government and provincial administrations, ensuring smoother coordination on national policies.
The meeting between Zardari, Shehbaz, and Bilawal holds significant importance as it comes at a time when both the PPP and PML-N are striving to maintain unity within their ranks. Political observers believe that today’s dialogue could pave the way for a new power-sharing arrangement that reflects both national and regional priorities.
Analysts suggest that this high-level engagement demonstrates the government’s commitment to consensus-building and strengthening the democratic process in AJK. It also underlines the growing importance of collaboration between coalition partners at a time when Pakistan faces multiple political and economic challenges.
If successful, the meeting is expected to set the direction for a more inclusive political structure in Azad Kashmir, ensuring continuity of governance and policy alignment with Islamabad.
