Summary
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi met Prime Minister’s Adviser on Interior Pervez Khattak in Nowshera to discuss the country’s political situation provincial challenges and matters of mutual interest.
- Kundi also stressed the importance of cooperation between the provincial and federal governments saying that working together would help resolve outstanding issues and support development initiatives.
- The meeting comes amid continued discussions about coordination between federal and provincial authorities on security governance and development matters.
According to a report published on October 25, 2026 the meeting focused on cooperation and consultation to support development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
During the meeting Kundi acknowledged Khattak’s long political career and recalled that he had worked with opposition parties during his time in government to advance the province’s development.
The governor said political leaders needed to work through mutual consultation to address provincial issues and promote progress. He explained that his meetings with different political figures were aimed at finding solutions to problems through coordination with the federal government.
Kundi also stressed the importance of cooperation between the provincial and federal governments saying that working together would help resolve outstanding issues and support development initiatives.
Security and development among key priorities
The governor highlighted provincial development and the elimination of terrorism as major priorities for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He said available resources should be used effectively to improve conditions across the province and advance its development.
Referring to a recent Apex Committee meeting in Peshawar Kundi said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had listened to various provincial concerns during his visit and taken steps towards addressing them.
The meeting comes amid continued discussions about coordination between federal and provincial authorities on security governance and development matters.
Pervez Khattak stresses continuity
Speaking to the media Khattak described his relationship with Kundi as longstanding and said the two had held detailed discussions about the province’s challenges.
He also emphasised the importance of continuing development projects initiated during his own tenure in government indicating that previously launched initiatives should be taken forward.
The meeting highlighted the two leaders’ stated willingness to consult on provincial matters and pursue cooperation. However, the report did not identify specific new projects funding commitments or a formal implementation timetable resulting from their discussions.
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