PM, President, CM Maryam, Joint Chiefs, Services Chiefs felicitate General Asim Munir
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, federal ministers, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and services chiefs have extended their congratulations to General Syed Asim Munir on his promotion to the rank of Field Marshal.
In their separate statements today, President and Prime Minister praised Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for delivering a decisive response to the enemy and thwarting its nefarious designs.
The President said the entire nation appreciates Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir's dedicated service in ensuring national security, safeguarding the country's sovereignty, and combating terrorism.
He also congratulated Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu on the extension of his tenure, acknowledging that Pakistan delivered a crushing response to the enemy through the Air Chief's successful war strategy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his statement, emphasized that the Army Chief demonstrated outstanding leadership and professional expertise during Marka-e- Haq, particularly in Operation Bunynum Marsoos, effectively neutralizing the enemy's malicious intentions. Shehbaz Sharif also acknowledged the unwavering dedication of all military personnel, from the Army Chief to every soldier, who courageously defended the nation's borders against enemy aggression during the Marka-e- Haq.
Meanwhile, in a post on social media platform X, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that his exemplary leadership during Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos crushed enemy's nefarious designs and brought great honor to Motherland.
The Prime Minister said that under his command, our valiant armed forces staunchly defended Pakistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity with unity, courage and the highest standards of military professionalism.
Shehbaz Sharif said that today, Pakistan salutes Field Marshal Asim Munir as well as our brave countrymen, soldiers, martyrs, and their families. Pakistan Hamesha Zindabad.
General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) extended his heartiest congratulations and felicitations to Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) on his well-deserved promotion to the prestigious rank of Field Marshal.
The CJCSC lauded the COAS' exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and distinguished services to the nation especially during the recent successfully executed operations Marka e Haq and Bunyanum Marsoos.
Federal Ministers, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and Services Chiefs and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz have also felicitated General Syed Asim Munir on his promotion to the rank of Field Marshal.
In their separate messages, PM Shehbaz and President said Army Chief, with his leadership and professional skills, thwarted the enemy's evil intentions during Operation Banyan Marsus, the Battle of Haq.
Prime Minister said General Syed Asim Munir was blessed by Allah Almighty with unparalleled qualities. His courage, perseverance and wisdom played a key role in the success of Operation Banyan Marsus.
Prime Minister said Army Chief was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal for his valuable services in the defense of the homeland and his steps to establish the balance of power in the region through Operation Banyan Marsus.
President Zardari said during Indian aggression, Army Chief and his soldiers gave a befitting reply to Modi on the borders. He said Army Chief performed his services bravely for the defense of the homeland.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said the entire nation was proud of Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir and the brave soldiers and martyrs of armed forces. Maryam Nawaz said Field Marshal Asim Munir rendered valuable services to the country and the nation. She prayed that under the leadership of General Syed Asim Munir, the Pakistan Army will reach the heights of professionalism and capability.