Pakistan, Asim Munir ( Credit: OpenAI)
International News: Pakistan promoted Asim Munir to the highest five-star rank of Field Marshal this year. At the same time, he remained the Army Chief. Then the government changed the constitution and created the new office of CDF. This single post now commands the Army, Navy, and Air Force together. Every major security decision will now be taken by one man. It proves that the military influence in Pakistan has again risen sharply, shaping power beyond politics.
The biggest shift is that Pakistan’s nuclear weapons are now under Munir’s direct control. Earlier, this power was shared through different departments. Now, from missile launch decisions to nuclear authorisation, everything depends on him alone. This has worried India, the United States, and many other nations. Even a small political dispute inside Pakistan can suddenly turn into a major international crisis if military power is handled aggressively.
India already faces a two-front challenge with China and Pakistan. Munir is known for a hard line on India, especially over Kashmir and terrorism. New Delhi has closely watched his speeches and actions in recent months. If Pakistan struggles internally, the military might try to distract public anger by escalating tensions with India. That is why Indian security agencies are mapping every move coming from Rawalpindi.
In Pakistan, the Army has always been more powerful than the elected leaders. The fall of Imran Khan also had clear military support in the background. Now with Munir as CDF, the civilian government under PM Shehbaz Sharif appears much weaker. Munir can even recommend who will become the Vice Chief of Army Staff. Real decision-making has shifted away from Parliament and into military headquarters.
Experts believe Munir now holds power equal to Pervez Musharraf during the coup era. However, Munir did not need a coup. He reached the top through legal amendments. After five years, if he wishes to continue, almost no one can refuse. Many analysts say that Munir, not the Prime Minister, is now the true ruler of Pakistan, commanding politics from behind the uniform.
For the first time in history, one officer has become both Field Marshal and CDF together. Decisions will be taken faster, but power is getting concentrated into one chair. Democracy may become weaker, and the military will become more dominant. Pakistan’s economic policies, security direction, and international image may change heavily. Neighbouring countries must watch this growing shift closely.
Only a few nations in the world hold nuclear weapons. Where democratic rules are strong, wrong decisions are limited. But Pakistan always struggles between politics and generals. One wrong judgment or misunderstanding could push the whole region into conflict. That is why India and the global community will now keep very close track of Munir’s actions and military strategies.
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