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Asim Munir Named Army Chief and CDF; Air Chief’s Tenure Extended
PM approves appointment of Field Marshal Asim Munir as Chief of Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces. Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu granted a 2-year extension after March 2026.
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-12-04
Asim Munir Named Army Chief and CDF; Air Chief’s Tenure Extended

The Prime Minister has forwarded a summary to the Presidency approving the appointment of Field Marshal Asim Munir as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) as well as the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), consolidating the leadership of Pakistan’s armed forces under his command.

In a related development, the government has also granted a two-year extension to the tenure of Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, which will come into effect after the completion of his current five-year term in March 2026.

Key Points of the Appointments

  • Field Marshal Asim Munir will assume charge as both COAS and CDF.
  • Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu’s extension reflects continuity in the leadership of the Pakistan Air Force.
  • These moves are seen as part of efforts to maintain stability and strategic cohesion across Pakistan’s armed forces.

The appointment of Asim Munir, a highly respected military figure, signals a continuation of professional leadership at the top of Pakistan’s defence hierarchy, while Sidhu’s extension ensures experienced command in the Air Force during ongoing strategic and regional challenges.

The official notifications and further procedural formalities will follow from the Presidency.
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