Lt. Gen. Muhammad Asim Malik Appointed as National Security Advisor Amid Rising Tensions
In response to the current security landscape, the federal government has appointed Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik of the Pakistan Army as the new National Security Advisor (NSA), according to an official notification issued on Wednesday.
Lt. Gen. Malik has taken on the additional charge of NSA and assumed the role immediately after the notification was released, sources confirmed.
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Government Reiterates Commitment to Peace
In a press conference held the same day, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar emphasized Pakistan’s clear stance against terrorism, firmly denying any involvement in a recent attack under scrutiny.
“Pakistan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. No cause or objective can possibly justify taking the lives of innocent people,” Dar stated.
Quoting the Quran, he added,
“The killing of one innocent person is like killing all humanity, and saving a life is like saving all of humanity.”
Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace but warned that “Indian aggression will not go unanswered.”
This significant appointment comes at a critical time, reflecting Pakistan’s intention to bolster its national security strategy and diplomatic positioning in the region.
