Pakistan turns to army chief Asim Munir in battle against population growth
- Pakistan army chief field marshal Asim Munir is now expected to play a role in steering the country's population control efforts, adding another responsibility to his expanding portfolio, according to a report by Dawn.
- Already functioning as Pakistan's de facto power centre, Munir has increasingly moved beyond his traditional role of commanding the armed forces to play a prominent part in shaping Islamabad's foreign policy and strategic decision-making.
- Pakistan has long relied on its military and top generals to take on responsibilities extending well beyond defence, with the armed forces play
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- Pakistan army chief field marshal Asim Munir is now expected to play a role in steering the country's population control efforts, adding another responsibility to his expanding portfolio, according to a report by Dawn.
- Already functioning as Pakistan's de facto power centre, Munir has increasingly moved beyond his traditional role of commanding the armed forces to play a prominent part in shaping Islamabad's foreign policy and strategic decision-making.
- Pakistan has long relied on its military and top generals to take on responsibilities extending well beyond defence, with the armed forces play
Sources: Times of India