The Federal Cabinet on Tuesday approved promotion of Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal for his courageous leadership and exceptional strategy that led to success of MarkaeHaq campaign against Indian aggression.
The cabinet which met in Islamabad with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the chair, took the decision on the proposal of the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister met President Asif Ali Zardari and took him into confidence regarding the decision
The cabinet also unanimously decided to continue the services of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu after his term in office ends.
The federal cabinet also decided that officers and soldiers of Pakistan Armed Forces, ghazis, martyrs, and civilians from different fields will be awarded high government awards in recognition of their valuable services during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.
Asim Munir Dedicates Honor to Nation in Gratitude
Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed his gratitude to Allah Almighty upon receiving the title of Field Marshal and dedicated this great honor to the entire nation, the Pakistan Armed Forces, and especially to the civilian and military martyrs and veterans.
In his statement issued from ISPR, Field Marshal Asim Munir thanked the President of Pakistan, the Prime Minister, and the cabinet for their trust. He further stated that this honor is a trust of the nation, and he is ready to sacrifice himself to uphold it.
He emphasized that this honor is not individual but for the Pakistan Armed Forces and the entire nation. Asim Munir thanked the nation and expressed his determination to make every possible effort to maintain this trust.