ISLAMABAD: In recognition of his leadership in the recent Indo-Pak skirmishes, the Federal Cabinet has approved the promotion of COAS Gen. Syed Asim Munir to 5-star rank of Field Marshal Tuesday (20th May, 2025).
PM’s Office stated: “The Government of Pakistan has approved the promotion of General Syed Asim Munir (Nishan-i-Imtiaz Military) to the rank of field marshal for ensuring the security of the country and defeating the enemy based on the high strategy and courageous leadership during Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos”.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, dedicated the honor to the people of Pakistan and Armed Forces: “This honor is not mine alone; it belongs to the entire nation and the Pakistan Armed Forces – especially our civil and military martyrs, and our veterans…This is not just an individual recognition but a tribute to the entire nation and its Armed Forces.”
It is pertinent to mention here that in the history of Pakistan only two (4-star) generals have been promoted to the (5-star) rank of Field Marshal. The first one was Ayub Khan who was elevated to the post in 1959 by Presidential Cabinet.
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