Tag: Syed Asim Munir

  • Army orders to investigate EX-ISI chief Faiz Hameed, journalist Kamran Yousaf reports

    Army orders to investigate EX-ISI chief Faiz Hameed, journalist Kamran Yousaf reports

    Pakistan army has formed a high-level inquiry committee to investigate alleged accusations to investigate former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief Faiz Hameed for allegedly misusing power while serving as the director-general of ISI, journalist Kamran Yousaf has reported.

    People familiar with the development said that the investigation has been conducted at the directions of the Supreme Court (SC) and the Ministry of Defence.

    Faiz Hameed was appointed as DG-C in ISI and later became the head of the intelligence agency. His name was involved in multiple controversies, including the Faizabad Dharna case. Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif also accused him of engineering his removal from office in 2017.

    However, the Pakistan Army has decided to investigate the case through a high-level inquiry committee. “A high-level inquiry committee has been constituted under a Major General, which will look at every aspect related to this matter in detail.”

    ‘There is a strict and highly transparent system of self-accountability in the Pakistan Army, and by promoting this system, all such allegations are investigated with great seriousness, and those responsible are also given severe punishment so that the self-accountability of the Pakistan Army is maintained,” Express TRIBUNE reported.

  • Pakistan Army will take action against ‘malicious’ propaganda targeting military

    Pakistan Army will take action against ‘malicious’ propaganda targeting military

    During the 264th Corps Commanders’ Conference, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir expressed concern about malicious propaganda against armed forces on social media.

    He promised to take strong action against anyone trying to divide the nation and the security forces by making false accusations. The forum honoured the brave sacrifices of martyrs, including officers, soldiers, and citizens who gave their lives for peace and stability in the country, along with law enforcement agencies.

    “Unfounded and baseless allegations against law enforcement agencies and security forces have become a fashion and are part of the larger design to drive a wedge between the people and the Armed Forces of Pakistan,” the forum noted.

    “We will not allow such efforts to succeed, and as per the law and constitution, stern action will be ensured,” the forum vowed.

    General Asim Munir showed commitment to fully support the government on economic and social progress. He also promised to help the government  tackle illegal activities like smuggling, hoarding, and electricity theft, as well as ensure the safe return of all illegal foreigners.

    The Army chief also praised army officers and law enforcement agencies for their efforts in stopping terrorist attacks and eliminating multiple terrorists during ongoing counterterrorism operations.

  • Government likely to extend new IMF programme for three years, says Shehbaz Sharif

    Government likely to extend new IMF programme for three years, says Shehbaz Sharif

    Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has indicated that the government is likely to extend the new International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme for three years.

    “The new tranche of loan is likely to be received from the IMF in a few days, however, we would need another programme,” he said while addressing a session of the Special Investment Facilitation Council’s (SIFC) apex committee attended by civil-military leadership on Thursday.

    Shehbaz Sharif also stated that the presence of civil-military leadership, including elected lawmakers, in the session is a clear message of unity, development, and prosperity for the country.

    The PM also said that the former coalition government, comprised of 13 political parties, prioritised the country over politics.

    “There are major challenges to national economy. The SIFC is an important platform which was primarily establishment to remove hurdles in foreign investments, and it held several meetings during the last eight months.” Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir played vital role in SIFC’s formation, he added.