The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) have announced a power-sharing agreement to form the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan [1, 2, 3].
This arrangement is significant because it seeks to establish a stable governing coalition in the region. The deal mirrors the existing power-sharing structure between the two parties at the federal level [1, 2].
Under the terms of the agreement, the PPP will take the office of the chief minister [1, 2, 3]. The PML-N will secure the governorship and other key posts within the regional administration [1, 2, 3].
The move comes as both parties aim to consolidate their influence in Gilgit-Baltistan, a strategically important area of Pakistan. By dividing the top executive roles, the coalition hopes to avoid the political instability that often follows contested elections in the territory [1, 2].
Officials from both parties said the deal was reached to ensure smooth governance. The agreement allows the two political entities to coordinate their policies across different levels of government, linking regional administration with federal objectives [1, 2].
“PPP will take the chief minister's office while PML-N secures the governorship.”
This agreement signals a strategic alignment between the PPP and PML-N to maintain a joint grip on power both federally and regionally. By splitting the chief minister and governor roles, the parties are prioritizing political stability and mutual cooperation over a winner-take-all approach, which may reduce friction in the administration of Gilgit-Baltistan.
