Islamabad
There is talk of change of power in Pakistani media today. It is being said that leadership can change anytime. Amid rumors of leadership change, Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir has made a big statement. Talking to a media house, Munir called it a liar. He described the reports of the removal of President Asif Ali Zardari as completely false and against the government-establishment.
In fact, in July, the news spread on social media that Zardari can be asked to leave the presidency anytime. It is possible that Army Pramukha Asim Munir takes over the post. After this news, discussions intensified in the political corridors of Pakistan. However, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi later rejected these claims.
What is in media reports
Jung Media Group column writer Suhail Varaich has claimed in his article that the Army Chief spoke to him on the issue on the issue during a recent meeting in Brussels. He said that Munir stayed in Belgium for some time while returning from a trip to America last week. Varaich has written in its column that the talks with the Pakistani army chief started with politics. This was followed by the ongoing news in Pakistani media. During this time, he called the news of changing the President and the Prime Minister completely a lie. Field Marshal Munir said in clear words that the rumors of change are completely false.
No more desire for post
The article quoted the army chief said that there are elements behind these rumors, which oppose both the government and the officer and want to spread political chaos in Pakistan. The article also claimed that Munir has also mentioned her ambitions during the conversation. He said that Khuda has made me the protector of the country. I do not wish for any other position other than this. According to the report, on one of the questions, Munir said that political reconciliation is possible only when honest apologies are to be apologized. However, it is not clear in the article about whom Munir is talking about. It is estimated that he was gesture to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and Jail leader Imran Khan.
What did Munir say on foreign relations
At the same time, Munir spoke of maintaining a balance between America and China on foreign relations. The report quoted Munir as saying that we will not sacrifice another friend for one friend. During this time he praised President Donald Trump, and described his peace efforts as real. Munir further said that Pakistan had played an important role in nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize. Later other countries also followed.
