Lt Gen Asim Malik Appointed New ISI Chief
ISLAMABAD – Lt Gen Asim Malik has officially been appointed as the new Director General (DG) of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). He will take charge on September 30, replacing Lt Gen Nadeem Anjum, who has served in this position since 2021.
The announcement came via a press release from the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) on Monday. Lt Gen Asim Malik is currently serving as the Adjutant General at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, a role that has given him valuable leadership experience ahead of his new responsibilities as the head of Pakistan’s top intelligence agency.
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Lt Gen Asim Malik’s Background and Role
Lt Gen Asim Malik brings extensive experience to the ISI, having held various leadership roles within the military. His current position as Adjutant General has equipped him with the skills necessary to oversee intelligence operations across the country. His appointment comes at a crucial time as Pakistan continues to focus on strengthening its security apparatus.
Lt Gen Nadeem Anjum’s Tenure
The outgoing ISI chief, Lt Gen Nadeem Anjum, has served in the position since 2021. During his tenure, he commanded critical operations and led efforts to address both internal and external security challenges. His prior assignments include leading Corps V in Karachi and commanding forces in Kurram Agency and Balochistan.
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Key Takeaways:
•Lt Gen Asim Malik has been appointed the new ISI chief and will assume his role on September 30.
•He is currently the Adjutant General at GHQ Rawalpindi.
•Lt Gen Nadeem Anjum will step down after serving as ISI chief since 2021.
