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Express Tribune
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
COAS receives Field Marshal Baton
Listen to article Field Marshal COAS General Asim Munir was honoured with the 'Baton of Field Marshal' in a special ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Thursday. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, members of the federal cabinet, former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan People's Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto, governors of all the four provinces, chief ministers and diplomats from various countries. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif jointly conferred the 'Baton of Field Marshal' on COAS Munir in recognition of his strategic leadership and contributions to national defence. The PM, while addressing the ceremony, said, "Today is a historic and proud day. We acknowledge the services of our heroes, and today's event is part of that ongoing recognition." He added, "The military leadership has achieved a remarkable victory against the enemy. I appreciate the leadership of the Field Marshal. Under his command, the military leadership secured a historic triumph." He further said, "Success was achieved in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos under the Field Marshal's leadership. Additionally, the Field Marshal plays a key role in maintaining the coordination between military and political leadership." The federal cabinet had approved the promotion of COAS Munir to the rank of field marshal on Tuesday. The decision was made during a high-level cabinet meeting chaired by the PM, wherein the ministers praised the success of Operation Bunyanum Mursoos, calling it a historic victory that thwarted Indian aggression and safeguarded national sovereignty. The PM lauded COAS Munir for demonstrating "exceptional military leadership, bravery, and strategic command" and in recognition of his gallant defence of the homeland and leadership that ensured Pakistan's sovereignty, the cabinet approved PM Shehbaz's recommendation to promote General Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal.
Express Tribune
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
COAS Gen Asim Munir formally receives 'Baton of Field Marshal'
Listen to article Field Marshal COAS General Asim Munir was honoured with the 'Baton of Field Marshal' in a special ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Thursday. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, members of the federal cabinet, former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan People's Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto, governors and chief ministers of all provinces, and diplomats from various countries. President Asif Ali Zardari and PM Shehbaz jointly conferred the 'Baton of Field Marshal' on COAS Munir in recognition of his strategic leadership and contributions to national defence. The PM, while addressing the ceremony, said, "Today is a historic and proud day. We acknowledge the services of our heroes, and today's event is part of that ongoing recognition." He added, "The military leadership has achieved a remarkable victory against the enemy. I appreciate the leadership of the Field Marshal. Under his command, the military leadership secured a historic triumph." Read More: Gen Asim Munir promoted to rank of field marshal He further said, "Success was achieved in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos under the Field Marshal's leadership. Additionally, the Field Marshal plays a key role in maintaining the coordination between military and political leadership." The federal cabinet had approved the promotion of COAS Munir to the rank of field marshal on Tuesday. The decision was made during a high-level cabinet meeting chaired by the PM, wherein the ministers praised the success of Operation Bunyanum Mursoos, calling it a historic victory that thwarted Indian aggression and safeguarded national sovereignty. The PM lauded COAS Munir for demonstrating 'exceptional military leadership, bravery, and strategic command' and in recognition of his gallant defence of the homeland and leadership that ensured Pakistan's sovereignty, the cabinet approved PM Shehbaz's recommendation to promote General Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal.
Business Recorder
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
G7 urges Pakistan, India dialogue, US offers help on ‘constructive talks'
WASHINGTON: The Group of Seven (G7) major countries on Friday urged Pakistan and India to engage in direct dialogue as hostilities rise between the neighbors, while the US government said it has offered assistance in starting 'constructive talks.' World powers have raised the alarm over the latest escalation in the decades-old India, Pakistan rivalry. India hit Pakistan with air strikes and missiles on Wednesday and since then both countries have been clashing daily. Dozens have been killed. Among the G7 powers, the US has held regular talks with both Pakistan and India in recent days and urged them to de-escalate. In call with COAS Munir, US top diplomat Rubio offers assistance in talks for de-escalation After a call on Friday between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir, the US State Department said Rubio offered US assistance 'in starting constructive talks in order to avoid future conflicts.' Rubio has also held regular calls with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar since the end of April. US mission to Pakistan restricts all personnel movements, State Department says President Donald Trump said earlier this week the rising tensions were a shame. US Vice President JD Vance said a war between the two countries would be 'none of our business.' In recent years, India has been seen as an important partner by Western powers as a counter-balance to China's rising influence. Pakistan is a US ally although its importance has diminished since Washington's 2021 withdrawal from neighboring Afghanistan. In a statement, the foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the US, Britain and the European Union said they 'strongly condemn' an April 22 militant attack in which 26 people were killed in India Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). India blamed Pakistan, which denied the accusations and called for a neutral probe. China expresses concern, offers help to resolve Pakistan, India conflict 'We call for immediate de-escalation and encourage both countries to engage in direct dialogue towards a peaceful outcome,' the G7 statement said. The Muslim-majority Himalayan region of IIOJK is claimed in full but ruled only in part by both India and Pakistan. It has been the site of wars, insurgency and diplomatic stand-offs over the decades. Pakistan said this week that New Delhi and Islamabad have had contacts at the level of their respective national security councils.
Express Tribune
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan Army warns India of 'sure, decisive' response to any act of war
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir chairs Special Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) meeting at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on May 2, 2025. Photo: ISPR Listen to article The Pakistan Army has warned of a 'sure and decisive' response to any Indian attempt to impose war, following what it called provocative actions by New Delhi in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam attack, the military's media wing reported. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), a Special Corps Commanders' Conference (CCC) was chaired by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Friday amid heightened tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. The conference comes after the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 tourists dead. India has blamed Pakistan for the incident without presenting evidence, prompting Islamabad to categorically deny involvement and offer to participate in a 'credible and transparent investigation.' India responded with sweeping measures, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, revoking visas for Pakistani nationals, and closing the Wagah-Attari border crossing. In retaliation, Pakistan expelled Indian diplomats and military advisers, cancelled visas for Indian citizens, with the exception of Sikh pilgrims, and shut the border crossing from its side. During the military leadership's special session, the forum conducted a detailed review of the prevailing geo-strategic environment, with a focus on the Pakistan-India standoff and broader regional security concerns. The Pakistan Army reaffirmed its 'unflinching resolve to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country against any aggression or misadventure.' COAS Munir commended the 'unwavering professionalism, steadfast morale, and operational preparedness' of the armed forces, emphasising unity with the people of Pakistan to 'defend the homeland at all costs.' He stressed the importance of 'heightened vigilance and proactive readiness across all fronts.' The forum voiced 'grave concern over the intensification of Indian atrocities in IIOJK,' particularly after the Pahalgam incident, and condemned the 'continued targeting of innocent civilians along the Line of Control (LoC) by Indian occupation forces.' "It was reiterated that such inhumane and unprovoked acts serve only to escalate regional tensions and will be met with a resolute and proportionate response," the statement said. The commanders noted India's 'consistent pattern of exploitation of crises to achieve political and military objectives,' accusing it of following 'a predictable template, whereby internal governance failures are externalised.' The ISPR further stated: 'These incidents have often coincided with unilateral moves by India to alter the status quo, as seen in 2019 when India similarly exploited the Pulwama incident to unilaterally alter the status quo of IIOJK, through revocation of Article 370.' Referring to the current episode, the military said the Pahalgam attack 'appears to be part of a deliberate strategy to divert Pakistan's focus away from the western front, as well as ongoing national efforts for economic revival; the two fronts where Pakistan is decisively and sustainably gaining grounds.' "Such diversionary tactics aimed at providing operational breathing space to Indian terror proxies will never succeed," the forum declared. The army also expressed concern that India is attempting to weaponise water by exploiting the Pahalgam incident to undermine the Indus Waters Treaty. 'This constitutes a dangerous attempt to weaponise water, threatening the livelihood and sustenance of over 240 million Pakistanis and escalating strategic instability in South Asia," it warned. In addition, the forum voiced 'deep alarm over credible evidence of direct Indian military and intelligence involvement in orchestrating terrorist activities inside Pakistan,' describing them as 'state-sponsored actions' and 'a blatant violation of international norms which are universally unacceptable.' Reaffirming Pakistan's resolve, the military said, 'Deliberate destabilisation efforts by the Indian government will be confronted and defeated with resolve and clarity.' The conference concluded with COAS Munir expressing 'complete confidence in the operational readiness, deterrence posture, and morale of all formations and strategic forces to defend the nation across the entire threat spectrum.'
