Pakistan: ex-spy chief Asim Munir named as army head
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Pakistan's government has named a new army chief ending months of speculation over who would land what many see as the country's most powerful job.
General Asim Munir, a former spy chief, replaces General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who retires on 29 November.
Gen Munir, the army's most senior general, is considered a close ally.
The appointment comes at a precario…
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