The federal government has clarified that the notification for the new Chief of Defence Forces will be released at the appropriate time, as Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif urged the public to avoid speculation. In a statement on X, he confirmed that the process for the appointment has already begun.
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The minister termed the ongoing rumours unnecessary and irresponsible, stressing that sensitive national matters should not be sensationalised. He said such speculation only creates confusion when stability and clarity are most needed.
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He added that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is returning to Pakistan shortly and that all formal decisions will be taken according to constitutional procedure. He emphasised there is no room for conjecture or misinformation regarding the appointment.
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