New chief of army staff
You're referring to the latest appointment of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) in Pakistan!
As of September 2022, the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Pakistan Army is General Asim Munir. He took over the position from General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who completed his tenure as the COAS on November 29, 2022.
General Asim Munir is a seasoned military officer with a distinguished career spanning over 44 years. He has held various command and staff positions, including:
- Director-General of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from 2019 to 2022.
- Commander of the X Corps from 2018 to 2019.
- Inspector General of Training and Evaluation from 2016 to 2018.
- Commander of the XXX Corps from 2014 to 2016.
General Munir is known for his expertise in intelligence gathering and analysis, as well as his experience in counter-terrorism operations. He has also been involved in various peacekeeping missions and has received several awards and decorations for his service.
As the new COAS, General Munir is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the Pakistan Army's strategy and operations, particularly in the context of regional security and the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan.