Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir Elevated to Field Marshal Rank

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today promoted Army Chief General Asim Munir to the rank of field marshal, citing the country's "success" in a recent military clash with India, which was the most serious conflict between the two countries in 50 years.

Here's what Gen Asim Munir’s promotion to Field Marshal means

The federal government has promoted Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of field marshal on Tuesday in recognition of his leadership during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, launched in response to India’s recent military aggression. Operation Bunyanum Marsoos stands as a landmark achievement in Pakistan’s military history. Under the skillful leadership and successful war strategy of Field Marshal Asim Munir, the armed force…

Pakistan army chief General Asim Munir promoted to field marshal

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan's army chief General Asim Munir will be promoted to the rank of field marshal, the prime minister's office said in a statement on Tuesday, the first time in almost 60 years that a general has been elevated to the role. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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The promotion to Field Marshal is largely ceremonial, acknowledging General Munir’s outstanding contributions to the country’s security and defence.

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