Nawaz Sharif to name new Pak army chief soon to end speculation
11 years, 7 months ago

Nawaz Sharif to name new Pak army chief soon to end speculation

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Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif plans to name Pakistan’s new army chief weeks before Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani’s term ends in November to quell speculation about the issue, according to a media report today Islamabad: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif plans to name Pakistan’s new army chief weeks before Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani’s term ends in November to quell speculation about the issue, according to a media report today. The revelation by one of Sharif’s close aides corroborates an earlier statement by senior PML-N leader Raja Zafarul Haq, who recently told reporters the government would soon complete consultations over appointing a new army chief. The previous government led by the Pakistan People’s Party had a chance to appoint a new army chief in November 2010 but instead opted to extend Kayani’s tenure. The PML-N’s decision regarding the new army chief is under the scanner because of the party’s “close yet troubled ties” with the powerful military establishment, which was twice involved in ousting Sharif from power, the report said.

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Who is Pakistan’s new spy chief Asim Malik?
6 months, 1 week ago

Who is Pakistan’s new spy chief Asim Malik?

Al Jazeera  

A decorated officer, Malik takes charge of an agency that’s often caught in controversy but is central to the functioning of the armed forces. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s military has announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Asim Malik as the new head of the country’s premier intelligence agency, the Directorate of Inter-Services Intelligence. Retired Lieutenant General Naeem Khalid Lodhi, who …

Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif re-elected 'unopposed' as PML-N president after six years
10 months ago

Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif re-elected 'unopposed' as PML-N president after six years

Deccan Chronicle  

Lahore: Nawaz Sharif was re-elected “unopposed” as the President of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz party on Tuesday, six years after the three-time former prime minister was forced to quit the post following a Supreme Court ruling in the Panama Papers case. The 74-year-old veteran politician, who returned to Pakistan in October last year after a four-year self-imposed exile in …

Pakistan's army chief calls for a ‘unified government’ as Imran Khan-backed independents gaining majority
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan's army chief calls for a ‘unified government’ as Imran Khan-backed independents gaining majority

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir on Saturday emphasised the need for a “unified” government and urged political leaders to prioritise the interests of the nation over personal agendas and synergise efforts in governing and serving the people. In a surprising turn of events, independent candidates, supported by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party led by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan, …

Pakistan Elections 2024: From Nawaz Sharif to Bhutto, a look at key candidates and players of February 8 polls
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan Elections 2024: From Nawaz Sharif to Bhutto, a look at key candidates and players of February 8 polls

India TV News  

Pakistan Elections 2024: From Nawaz Sharif to Bhutto, a look at key candidates and players of February 8 polls Pakistan- a country where civilian governments have been upended by military takeovers and where the army has ruled the nation for half of its 76 years of independence, it’s often the traditional elites that have called the shots. Former Prime Minister …

What lies ahead for Pakistan now that a new caretaker PM has been named?
1 year, 7 months ago

What lies ahead for Pakistan now that a new caretaker PM has been named?

Al Jazeera  

Senator Anwar ul-Haq Kakar has been named as caretaker PM as Pakistan prepares for a general election within 90 days. Days after Pakistan’s President Arif Alvi dissolved the lower house of parliament, paving the way for a general election under a neutral caretaker administration, a new caretaker prime minister has been named. Outgoing premier Shehbaz Sharif and opposition leader Raja …

OBITUARY | Pervez Musharraf: Architect of the Kargil war was nobody’s hero
2 years, 1 month ago

OBITUARY | Pervez Musharraf: Architect of the Kargil war was nobody’s hero

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 22, 2023 15:27 IST General Pervez Musharraf, who died in Dubai at the age of 79, was a Pakistani military officer and political leader who was both vilified and praised in equal measure. The venture was a disaster for Pakistan as the Indian Army took on the well-entrenched Pakistani forces, forcing Sharif to eventually plead with the …

Obituary | Pervez Musharraf, a Pakistani President with a mixed legacy
2 years, 1 month ago

Obituary | Pervez Musharraf, a Pakistani President with a mixed legacy

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan President and Army Chief General Pervez Musharraf, who proposed what he entitled the “Musharraf formula” to resolve the Jammu-Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan, passed away in Dubai on February 5, five years after he was diagnosed with a rare condition called amyloidosis, former spokesperson and close aide Raza Bokhari told The Hindu. Widespread allegations General Musharraf was …

Pervez Musharraf: Architect of Kargil War, nearly led to Indo-Pak war
2 years, 1 month ago

Pervez Musharraf: Architect of Kargil War, nearly led to Indo-Pak war

Live Mint  

Pakistan's former military dictator General Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War, toppled the democratically-elected government in a bloodless military coup in 1999 and ruled the country for nine years with an iron fist during which he also tried to project himself as a progressive Muslim leader. After his failed misadventure in Kargil, Musharraf deposed the then Prime Minister …

Pervez Musharraf, former Pakistani president and army general, dies at 79
2 years, 1 month ago

Pervez Musharraf, former Pakistani president and army general, dies at 79

Hindustan Times  

Pervez Musharraf, former president general, on Sunday died in a Dubai hospital, the country's army said. Senior military chiefs “express heartfelt condolences on sad demise of General Pervez Musharraf”, a brief statement released by the military's media wing said. Musharraf has been declared a fugitive in the former prime minister Benazir Bhutto murder case and Red Mosque cleric killing case. …

Pakistan: Imran Khan accuses former Army Chief for Nawaz Sharif's disqualfication in Panama case
2 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan accuses former Army Chief for Nawaz Sharif's disqualfication in Panama case

Firstpost  

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan claimed that former Army Chief General Bajwa had ‘sent two brigadiers’, who proved Nawaz Sharif was involved in the Panama case Islamabad: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday blamed former Army chief, Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, for getting PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif disqualified in the Panama Papers case, the Dawn reported. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf …

Pakistan's former Army chief Bajwa involved in Imran Khan's ouster, alleges former minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Pakistan's former Army chief Bajwa involved in Imran Khan's ouster, alleges former minister

Firstpost  

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader and ex-information minister Fawad Chaudhry has said that former Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa along with some key generals played an active role in prime minister Imran Khan’s ouster last year. Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader and ex-information minister Fawad Chaudhry has said that former Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa along with some key generals played …

‘Crisis State’: Pakistan gets new Army chief, but situation will continue to remain turbulent
2 years, 3 months ago

‘Crisis State’: Pakistan gets new Army chief, but situation will continue to remain turbulent

Firstpost  

For General Asim Munir, the first task is to put his stamp on the Army and devote attention to the country’s security situation The moment Lt Gen Asim Munir received the Pakistan Army chief’s baton from his predecessor Gen Qamar Bajwa on 29 November 2022, he became the most important person in Pakistan. It matters little what political stratagems and …

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Vows to ‘Defend Every Inch of Motherland’ As He Visits LoC
2 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Vows to ‘Defend Every Inch of Motherland’ As He Visits LoC

News 18  

Pakistan’s new Army chief General Syed Asim Munir paid his first visit to the frontline troops in Rakhchikri Sector of Line of Control on December 3, and was briefed on the latest situation along the border and operational preparedness of the formation, News18 has learnt. On the Kashmir issue, the Pakistan Army chief said, “The world must ensure justice, and …

General Asim Munir takes charge as new chief of Pakistan Army
2 years, 4 months ago

General Asim Munir takes charge as new chief of Pakistan Army

Firstpost  

A change of command ceremony was organized at the Pakistan Army headquarters in Rawalpindi on Tuesday during which General Bajwa handed over the reins of the Pakistan Army to his successor General Asim Munir Islamabad: General Asim Munir, former chief of Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI, took charge as the country’s new army chief on Tuesday. General Asim Munir took charge …

Why India needs to watch his tone more than language after Lt Gen Asim Munir Ahmed takes over as Pakistan Army chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Why India needs to watch his tone more than language after Lt Gen Asim Munir Ahmed takes over as Pakistan Army chief

Firstpost  

Lieutenant General Asim Munir Ahmed of the Frontier Force, who commanded the Gujranwala Corps from June 2019 to 6 October 2021 but was also in the news for having the shortest tenure of eight months as the DG ISI is to take over as the Pakistan Army Chief on 29 November 2022. General Munir will be the 17th Army Chief …

Syed Asim Munir takes charge as Pakistan’s Army chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Syed Asim Munir takes charge as Pakistan’s Army chief

The Hindu  

General Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s former spymaster, on Tuesday assumed charge as the country’s new Army chief, replacing General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who retired after two consecutive three-year terms. Lt. Gen. Munir assumed charge during an impressive ceremony at the General Headquarters, becoming the 17th Chief of the Army Staff. There has been extraordinary interest in the appointment of Gen. …

Asim Munir as Pakistan’s new Army chief and implications for India | DETAILS
2 years, 4 months ago

Asim Munir as Pakistan’s new Army chief and implications for India | DETAILS

India TV News  

Asim Munir-Pakistan Army chief : Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appointed Lieutenant General Asim Munir as the new army chief putting an end to the days of uncertainty that engulfed the nation. If the new army chief goes after Imran khan then there could be more toshakhana stories that would come out denting Khan’s reputation further among his supporters and …

Top Pak Generals Seek Early Retirement After Appointment of Gen Munir as Army Chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Top Pak Generals Seek Early Retirement After Appointment of Gen Munir as Army Chief

News 18  

Senior commanders in the Pakistani army are making a beeline for early retirement, coinciding with the appointment of Lt Gen Asim Munir as the country’s army chief this week, sources told News18. Sources said Pakistan Army’s Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas, one of the six names shortlisted for the post of the Chief of Army Staff, and …

Hope he will stay out of politics: Imran Khan's party on new Pak Army chief's appointment
2 years, 4 months ago

Hope he will stay out of politics: Imran Khan's party on new Pak Army chief's appointment

India Today  

Hours after Pakistan's former spy master and senior-most Lt General Asim Munir was appointed as the new Army chief, reactions from across the political spectrum and parties started pouring in. Pakistan's former ruling party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf also reacted to the development and expressed hope that the new leadership of the armed forces of Pakistan will play its constitutional role and …

Appointment of Gen Munir as Pakistan Army chief creates trouble; top general seeks early retirement: Report
2 years, 4 months ago

Appointment of Gen Munir as Pakistan Army chief creates trouble; top general seeks early retirement: Report

India TV News  

The appointment of Gen Munir as Pakistan Army chief reportedly created uneasiness for a top general resulting early retirement request. Pakistan Army’s Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas -- one of the six names apparently shortlisted for the post of the Chief of Army Staff -- decided to seek early retirement, a leading Pakistani news channel reported on …

Pak army chief faces a tall task
2 years, 4 months ago

Pak army chief faces a tall task

Hindustan Times  

After months of speculation and political wrangling, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif named Lieutenant General Syed Asim Munir, a man with stints as head of both the Military Intelligence and the Inter-Services Intelligence, as the new army chief. Lt Gen Munir is set to succeed General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who has been under a cloud for some time now for …

Imran Gives Go-ahead for Lt Gen Munir to Be Made Pak Army Chief, But Some Conditions Apply - News18
2 years, 4 months ago

Imran Gives Go-ahead for Lt Gen Munir to Be Made Pak Army Chief, But Some Conditions Apply - News18

News 18  

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has given a go-ahead for Lieutenant General Asim Munir to be appointed the country’s new chief of army staff, CNN-News18 has learnt. Pakistan’s information minister Marriyum Aurangzeb earlier in the day announced that Lt Gen Asim Munir has been named the chief of army staff and Lt Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza has been named …

Imran Khan-baiter Asim Munir is Pakistan's next army chief. All you need to know about him
2 years, 4 months ago

Imran Khan-baiter Asim Munir is Pakistan's next army chief. All you need to know about him

Firstpost  

General Syed Asim Munir is the 11th chief of the Pakistan Army since the Islamist nation was carved out of erstwhile British India in 1947. He was preceded by General Qamar Javed Bajwa Islamabad: Lt General Syed Asim Munir was appointed as the new Chief of the Army Staff of the Pakistan Army on Thursday. General Syed Asim Munir takes …

ISI Head During Pulwama, 'Close to Bajwa': Who is Lt Gen Asim Munir, Pakistan's New Army Chief?
2 years, 4 months ago

ISI Head During Pulwama, 'Close to Bajwa': Who is Lt Gen Asim Munir, Pakistan's New Army Chief?

News 18  

Lt General Asim Munir was on Thursday appointed the Chief of Army Staff by Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. Maryam Aurangzeb tweeted Sharif’s decision to name Lt Gen Asim Munir as the new army chief, shortly after the premier presided over a crucial Cabinet meeting in Islamabad. Munir would replace retiring army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa. Former Prime Minister …

Pakistan PM picks Lt. Gen. Asim Munir as new Army chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan PM picks Lt. Gen. Asim Munir as new Army chief

The Hindu  

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on November 24 chose Lt. Gen. Asim Munir as the new Army chief to succeed incumbent General Qamar Javed Bajwa, ending the suspense over the key appointment. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told the media after the appointments that the “advice” had been forwarded to President Arif Alvi, adding that all matters had been settled according …

Asim Munir Appointed Pakistan's New Army Chief, Shahbaz Sharif Announces
2 years, 4 months ago

Asim Munir Appointed Pakistan's New Army Chief, Shahbaz Sharif Announces

News 18  

Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Thursday appointed Lt General Asim Munir as the Chief of Army Staff and Lt General Sahir Shamshad Mirza as the new chairman joint chiefs of staff committee. Maryam Aurangzeb tweeted Sharif’s decision to name Lt Gen Asim Munir as the new army chief, shortly after the premier presided over a crucial Cabinet meeting in …

Imran Khan Says Pakistan Prez In Touch Over Army Chief’s Selection; FM Warns of ‘Plan B’ If Alvi Adamant
2 years, 4 months ago

Imran Khan Says Pakistan Prez In Touch Over Army Chief’s Selection; FM Warns of ‘Plan B’ If Alvi Adamant

News 18  

With just four days left for Pakistan’s General Qamar Javed Bajwa to officially retire, and massive consultations taking place over the appointment of the new Army Chief, former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan said President Arif Alvi will be consulting him over the selection of next COAS and Chief Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee during an interview …

Pakistan PM names Lt Gen Asim Munir as new army chief: Minister
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan PM names Lt Gen Asim Munir as new army chief: Minister

Al Jazeera  

Information minister Marriyum Aurangzeb announces the appointment on Twitter, ending weeks of speculation over the powerful post. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has named Lieutenant General Asim Munir as the new army chief. Alvi belongs to the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, headed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who earlier accused the government of trying to pick …

Who is Asim Munir, Pakistan’s new army chief?
2 years, 4 months ago

Who is Asim Munir, Pakistan’s new army chief?

Al Jazeera  

Lieutenant General Asim Munir will take charge of the 600,000-strong nuclear-armed army on November 29. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has nominated Lieutenant General Asim Munir as the new army chief, putting an end to days of uncertainty that engulfed the nation. Munir, whose nomination was approved by President Arif Alvi on Thursday evening, takes charge of …

Pakistan PM set to appoint new army chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan PM set to appoint new army chief

Al Jazeera  

The current army chief, General Qamar Javed Bajwa, is to step down on November 29 after serving for six years. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s nuclear-armed army will soon have a new commander, with the prime minister’s office confirming that it had received a list of names of six senior generals for arguably the most powerful post in the country. The …

Who will be Pakistan's Next Army Chief? Asim Munir, Azhar Abbas Among Top Contenders: Govt Sources
2 years, 4 months ago

Who will be Pakistan's Next Army Chief? Asim Munir, Azhar Abbas Among Top Contenders: Govt Sources

News 18  

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired two important meetings on Tuesday to discuss key appointments in the Army, including the Chief of Army Staff’s. So far, Lieutenant General Asim Munir, Nauman Mehmood and Azhar Abbas are the top contenders for the COAS post, according to government sources. Ruling coalition Pakistan Democratic Movement has approached PTI for talks on holding early …

Pakistan set to get new Army Chief: Who are General Bajwa’s possible successors
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan set to get new Army Chief: Who are General Bajwa’s possible successors

Hindustan Times  

General Qamar Javed Bajwa, the chief of Pakistan’s army is set to retire on November 29, paving the way for prime minister Shehbaz Sharif to name a new commander. General Qamar Javed Bajwa: Pakistan's Army Chief of Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa. Lieutenant General Faiz Hamid The most talked-about army commander on the list is believed to be an Imran …

Who Will Be Pakistan’s Next Chief of Army Staff? Announcement Likely Soon
2 years, 4 months ago

Who Will Be Pakistan’s Next Chief of Army Staff? Announcement Likely Soon

News 18  

Pakistan’s wait for the next Chief of Army Staff may be over soon as a formal announcement is likely to take place by Tuesday or Wednesday next week. Hectic political activities were witnessed in Islamabad in the last two days, with Finance Minister Ishaq Dar holding a series of meetings, including with President Alvi, former president Asif Ali Zardari and …

Extension for Bajwa or New Army Chief? Pak Army to Send Nominations to Sharif’s Office Today
2 years, 4 months ago

Extension for Bajwa or New Army Chief? Pak Army to Send Nominations to Sharif’s Office Today

News 18  

Pakistan’s Army Headquarters will on Friday send nomination summary to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s office, setting in motion the keenly watched and much-delayed process to appoint the country’s next army chief. Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who is Pakistan Peoples Party president Asif Ali Zardari’s preferred choice for another extension, is likely to meet Shehbaz Sharif by Saturday. According …

Will Pak's New Army Chief Draft A Better India Policy Amidst Political Crisis?
2 years, 4 months ago

Will Pak's New Army Chief Draft A Better India Policy Amidst Political Crisis?

The Quint  

Sharif has the option of appointing the Senior-most general and going strictly by the rules. According to Article 243 of the Constitution, the president appoints the service chiefs on the recommendation of the prime minister after ‘consultation’, when the rank is above that of a Lieutenant-General or equivalent. The PMO is supposed to deliberate on this, and an ‘informal’ consultation …

Pakistan PM meets brother Nawaz in UK over naming new army chief
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan PM meets brother Nawaz in UK over naming new army chief

Al Jazeera  

Government accuses ex-premier Imran Khan of trying to influence the appointment of the military chief and making it controversial. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has met his older brother and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in London to discuss the appointment of the next army chief – often considered the most powerful position in the country. Khawaja …

Twist in the Tale: Pakistan’s Top Political Brass Wants Bajwa to Continue as Army Chief But…
2 years, 4 months ago

Twist in the Tale: Pakistan’s Top Political Brass Wants Bajwa to Continue as Army Chief But…

News 18  

As Pakistan’s Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa retires on November 29, discussions are being held over the selection of the new Chief of Army Staff by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Muslim League-N supremo Nawaz Sharif in London. Sources privy to the development told CNN-News18 that Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan People’s Party co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari, Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Pakistan …

Pak Army Chief’s Appointment Process to Begin in a Week, Says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif - News18
2 years, 4 months ago

Pak Army Chief’s Appointment Process to Begin in a Week, Says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif - News18

News 18  

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday said the process to appoint the new army chief of the country will begin in a week’s time. With top military leaders divided, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif flew to London to consult with brother and PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif about the current political situation. Pakistan President Dr Arif Alvi also met Gen …

Pakistan’s Top Military Brass Split Over Political Situation; Inside Details of New Army Chief’s Selection
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan’s Top Military Brass Split Over Political Situation; Inside Details of New Army Chief’s Selection

News 18  

As Pakistan’s Army Chief General Bajwa is set to retire on November 29, sources have told CNN-New18 that country’s top military leaders are divided over the current political situation, and in this context, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached London on a surprise visit. The meeting agenda will have talks on Imran Khan’s assassination bid, top military generals — especially, …

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says he rejected Imran Khan’s proposal on new Army chief's appointment
2 years, 5 months ago

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says he rejected Imran Khan’s proposal on new Army chief's appointment

India TV News  

Highlights Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif has said that he has flatly rejected a proposal from Imran Khan General Qamar Javed Bajwa, 61, who is on 3-year extension, is set to retire on Nov 29 Imran Khan had prior said that Gen Bajwa should be given another extension until new govt is formed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that he …

Gen Bajwa was given 'lucrative offer' in March amidst political turmoil in Pakistan: Army
2 years, 5 months ago

Gen Bajwa was given 'lucrative offer' in March amidst political turmoil in Pakistan: Army

India TV News  

Pakistan's ISI chief Lt Gen Nadeem Ahmed Anjum said on Thursday that Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa was given a "lucrative offer" in March by the then government amidst the political turmoil, as the powerful top spy launched a veiled attack on ousted premier Imran Khan at an unprecedented press conference. "I am aware that you are surprised by …

Pakistan Army chief Gen Bajwa will retire next month: Report
2 years, 5 months ago

Pakistan Army chief Gen Bajwa will retire next month: Report

Live Mint  

Pakistan Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Friday that he is retiring in another five weeks and will not be seeking an extension in service, according to a media report. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif would pick the new army chief after Gen Bajwa’s term is scheduled to end on November 29. Citing unnamed sources, the channel reported that …

Pakistan's Army Chief General Bajwa to retire in 5 weeks, won't seek tenure extension, say sources
2 years, 5 months ago

Pakistan's Army Chief General Bajwa to retire in 5 weeks, won't seek tenure extension, say sources

India TV News  

Highlights The incumbent COAS General Bajwa said that Pakistan's army will not play any role in politics Bajwa said that he will retire as COAS when his tenure which got a 3-year extension will end Bajwa has held the top post of the Pakistan Army for six years Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday said …

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to Consult His Brother Nawaz Sharif on Army Chief's Appointment: Report
2 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to Consult His Brother Nawaz Sharif on Army Chief's Appointment: Report

News 18  

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will decide on the appointment of the next Army chief after discussing the matter with former premier Nawaz Sharif in London, according to a media report. The prime minister, who arrived in London on Saturday arrived to attend the state funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II, will also meet Nawaz Sharif during his stay …

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to consult elder brother Nawaz on appointment of next army chief, says report
2 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to consult elder brother Nawaz on appointment of next army chief, says report

Firstpost  

Nawaz Sharif, the elder brother of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has been living in London since November 2019 when he was allowed to go there for medical treatment but never returned. He served thrice as the prime minister of Pakistan and appointed at least four Army chiefs Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will decide on the appointment of the …

Pakistan army slams ex-PM Imran Khan’s ‘defamatory’ remarks
2 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan army slams ex-PM Imran Khan’s ‘defamatory’ remarks

Al Jazeera  

Military says it is ‘aghast’ after Khan accuses the government of trying to appoint a ‘favourite’ as the next army chief. Islamabad, Pakistan – Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has landed in a new controversy after the country’s powerful army reacted strongly to some “defamatory” statements made by him on the appointment of the new military chief. Addressing a …

'Drama' over Army chief's appointment to be blamed for Pakistan's current situation: Imran Khan
2 years, 7 months ago

'Drama' over Army chief's appointment to be blamed for Pakistan's current situation: Imran Khan

India TV News  

'Drama' over Army chief's appointment to be blamed for Pakistan's current situation: Imran Khan Imran on Pak Army chief selection: The Army chief’s appointment is meant to be for three years, but Gen Bajwa was given an additional three-year term in 2019 after some political drama. ImrankKhan Pak PM selection: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday blamed the …

Pak PM likely to take decision on next Army chief’s appointment by mid-Sept
2 years, 7 months ago

Pak PM likely to take decision on next Army chief’s appointment by mid-Sept

Live Mint  

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif could initiate discussions on the appointment of the next Army chief to replace General Qamar Javed Bajwa by the end of August, and take a decision by mid-September, according to a media report on Tuesday. A senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz leader, who is a member of the federal Cabinet has hinted that Prime Minister Sharif …

Buzz That Top Pak Generals Not on Same Page, Key Monthly Meet Not Held in 114 Days: Sources - News18
2 years, 8 months ago

Buzz That Top Pak Generals Not on Same Page, Key Monthly Meet Not Held in 114 Days: Sources - News18

News 18  

Fissures may have developed in the Pakistan army, top sources indicated to News18 on Thursday. And, surprisingly, it’s been three months and 20 days since General Qamar Javed Bajwa last summoned a monthly Corps Commanders’ Conference. Some reports have suggested that the Pakistan army’s top generals are “not on the same page” and there are reports of split opinion among …

Pakistan's ousted PM Imran Khan says 'never planned to bring army chief of my choice'
2 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan's ousted PM Imran Khan says 'never planned to bring army chief of my choice'

India TV News  

Highlights Imran Khan was ousted as Pakistan PM in April by a coalition of several parties Cricketer-turned-politician clarified that he never planned on appointing army chief of his choice He alleged that former premier Nawaz Sharif plundered the nation's wealth Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said he had never planned to bring an army chief of his …

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