ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan Thursday directed to develop alternative tourism destinations in the country to divert the flow of tourists from the existing busy tourist places in the northern areas, especially in the winter season.
Talking to Special Assistant on Tourism Coordination Azam Jamil in Islamabad, the prime minister underlined that Pakistan is gifted with natural beauty and we need to improve tourism facilitation including the development of infrastructure and housing.
The Prime Minister also directed to rehabilitate Governor House Nathia Gali in order to develop it into a high-end tourist destination, especially for the state guests.
He emphasized involving the private sector for the promotion of tourism in the country.
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Prime Minister Imran Khan had a telephone call with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi and discussed a wide range of issues. PM Imran Khan wished Iraqi government success in holding the parliamentary elections in October this year and expressed hope that democracy and democratic institutions would be further strengthened in Iraq.
