Asim Munir
Pakistan
Field marshal
other
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Ahmed Shah is a Pakistani military officer who is currently serving as Pakistan's first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and the 11th Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Pakistan Army concurrently. Prior to becoming the COAS, he was posted at the GHQ as quartermaster general. He is the first army chief of Pakistan who has previously headed both the Military Intelligence and Inter-Services Intelligence.
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Aug 7, 2026
Far Left
Pakistan's army chief joins the prime minister's Saudi trip to discuss regional security, including Gulf and Hormuz developments.
The military-to-military channel matters in security-heavy Gulf diplomacy, and Reformists hope it reinforces stability without escalating conflict.
Jul 3, 2026
Far Left
Pakistan army chief who traveled to Tehran to pay respects and met with FM Araghchi.
Strengthening ties with Pakistan is seen positively by Reformists as it diversifies Iran's strategic partnerships.
Jun 25, 2026
Lean Left
Reports allege Mossad planned to assassinate the Pakistani army chief while he was in Switzerland for Iran-US negotiations.
Moderates see this as a dangerous escalation that could have derailed the peace process, highlighting the fragility of the current calm.
Jun 21, 2026
Far Left
The Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan is accompanying the Prime Minister in the Iran-US mediation efforts.
Reformists note that the inclusion of Pakistan's military chief underscores the strategic importance of the talks and the need for multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance.