Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said development of Gilgit-Baltistan is among the federal government's top priorities.

He was talking to members of Gilgit Baltistan Assembly belonging to the PML-N in Islamabad today.

Shehbaz Sharif said special focus is being given to infrastructure, communications, energy, education, healthcare, tourism and employment opportunities in the region.

He said Gilgit-Baltistan's natural resources, tourist attractions and mineral reserves will be utilized to further strengthen the local economy.

The Prime Minister said providing quality education, modern technical training and dignified employment opportunities to the youth is a key government priority so that they can play a meaningful role in national development. Four Danish Schools in Gilgit-Baltistan are in the final stages of construction and classes will commence there next year.

He mentioned that work is also progressing rapidly on Gilgit Baltistsan's 100-megawatt solar power generation project.

Shehbaz Sharif said federal government is utilizing all available resources to ensure the timely completion of ongoing development projects in the region.

The Prime Minister directed the formation of a committee under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister  Ishaq Dar to review the practical proposals presented by the members of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly and submit a report.