RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik has officially taken charge as new Director General of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). His appointment marks significant transition within Pakistan's intelligence community.

Lt Gen Asim Malik is recognised as one of Pakistan Army's most capable operational commanders, adept at meeting complex objectives with timely actions. He possesses expertise in operational intelligence and has managed various military affairs.

Before this role, General Malik commanded Infantry Division in Balochistan and Infantry Brigade in Waziristan. He has been awarded prestigious Sword of Honour and has served as Chief Instructor at National Defence University and as an instructor at Command and Staff College in Quetta.

Additionally, new spymaster is graduate of Fort Leavenworth and Royal College of Defence Studies.

He previously held responsibilities within Military Operations Directorate.

Gen Asim Malik's tenure as Adjutant General coincided with significant political events, including arrest of Imran Khan and subsequent unrest. Former colleague noted that Malik's new role underscores strong confidence military leadership has in him.

Published in The Daily National Courier, October, 01 2024

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