NEW YORK: The new Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa believes in the power of civilian intuitions and is considered to have a reputation of a complete soldier. This was said by New York Times which quoted Gen.Bajwa as a person with a “solid soldiery reputation”
At the same time, rich tributes were paid to the leadership of former chief General (rtd) Raheel Sharif, especially for his role in fighting terrorism and bringing peace and stability to the country.
The New York Times further said that still there are multiple challenges; including deteriorating relations with neighboring Afghanistan and India as border clashes are on the rise.
The Wall Street Journal highlighted Raheel Sharif as the first head of the army since 1996 to formally give command to the successor after completing a standard three-year term. It further said that, with this smooth transition of military power, Pakistan is moving toward becoming a more “normal” country.
The Washington Post said Gen. Bajwa has “strong pro-democracy views and might be more open to civilian involvement in foreign and security policy than past army chiefs.”
Many newspapers also highlighted the fact that due to the situation on Line of Control, some TV anchors and retired military officers wanted Gen.Raheel to stay but despite of not taking extension, he will still go down in history as one of the best and most popular army chiefs of the country.”
