Islamabad: General Asim Munir on Tuesday assumed charge as the Pakistan's new Army chief, replacing General Qamar Javed Bajwa who retired after two consecutive three-year terms.
Munir took charge at an impressive ceremony at the General Headquarters (GHQ), becoming the 17th Chief of the Army Staff. The ceremony was attended by senior officers, diplomats and politicians.
In his brief address on the occasion, outgoing Army chief General Bajwa said: “I am happy that I am leaving the command of the Army in safe hands." Later, Bajwa passed the baton of command to General Munir. (PTI)
