Kashmir issue should be settled for regional peace: PM Sharif

Sharif reiterated his government's support to the administration of PoK for achieving fast track development.

He underlined the need to ensure transparency and accountability in executing developmental projects.

Muzaffarabad will be linked with Rawalpindi and Islamabad by a modern railway system, he said.

Muzaffarabad will also be connected with Mirpur, the Northern Areas and major cities by a modern road network to boost economic activities and tourism.

Sharif asked the local administration to identify hydropower projects' enhance the tax net and encourage good government.

The Prime Minister, who was accompanied by Kashmir Affairs Minister Chaudhry Barjis Tahir, also met a delegation of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference.