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He’s the main driving force behind Pakistan’s image overhaul and at the forefront of Pakistan’s mediation in the Iran crisis. But who, exactly, is Asim Munir?
US President Donald Trump meets with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (left) and Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir (right) at the White House in Washington, D.C., September 26, 2025.
The war between the United States and Iran has negatively impacted much of the world. But one country has emerged with its image improved and influence enhanced: Pakistan.
For decades, when you said “Pakistan” most people thought of terrorism, political instability, and economic crisis. But today, its global image is getting a makeover. Pakistan is now a leading mediator in the Middle East.






