New Delhi, May 20 -- Pakistan government on Tuesday decided to promote Army Chief General Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal for his 'role' in the recent conflict with India. The decision makes General Munir the second top military officer in Pakistan's history to be elevated to the position.

The decision to promote Gen Munir was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, according to an official statement.

"The Government of Pakistan has approved the promotion of Gen Asim Munir (Nishan-e-Imtiaz Military) to the rank of Field Marshal for ensuring the security of the country and defeating the enemy based on the high strategy and courageous leadership," the prime minister's office said.

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