Pakistan: ex-spy chief Asim Munir named as army head

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…