ISLAMABAD: In Pakistan’s dynamic civil-military relationship, the prime minister’s and army chief’s tone frequently determines stability.
The military establishment has found a partner under the leadership of General Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), who not only believes in Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif but actively supports him.
According to a senior source, PM Shehbaz is “the best” and has gained the trust of the military through a combination of hard work, performance, administrative discipline, cautious diplomacy, and a thorough comprehension of Pakistan’s power dynamics.
The military sees Shehbaz as the “best possible choice” for Pakistan’s chief executive during a period of political unrest and economic turmoil, so there is little room for doubt behind closed doors.
