PAF Chief gets one-year extension
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday granted a one-year extension to Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
The prime minister has sent the summary of the Air Chief Marshal’s extension to President Asif Ali Zardari and a notification will be issued after the approval of the President.
Zaheer Babar is a four-star Air Force officer and 16th Chief of Air Staff. His current tenure is due to conclude tomorrow, prompting discussions among government officials regarding the possibility of extending his term.
He took over command of the Air Force on March 19, 2021, from his predecessor ACM Mujahid Anwar Khan.
It may be noted that Air Chief Zaheer Babar held a meeting with newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif few days ago and discussed matters of national importance.
Reporter: Awais kiyani