Pakistan

Govts extends DG IB Faud Asadullah Khan’s tenure

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Staff Reporter

2 months ago

ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan on Friday has decided to extend the tenure of Faud Asadullah Khan as Director General of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) for another four years.

According to the officials, the move is important in view of evolving regional and global security challenges.
The extension highlights continued confidence in his leadership within Pakistan’s intelligence structure.

The federal government has approved a four-year extension in the tenure of Faud Asadullah Khan as Director General of the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

According to the official announcement, the decision was made in recognition of his professional capabilities and contributions to national security.

Officials stated that Faud Asadullah Khan has played an effective role in handling sensitive security matters during his tenure.

The government described the continuation of his leadership as strategically important amid ongoing security and intelligence challenges.

Fawad Asadullah Khan was originally appointed as DG IB on April 21, 2022. He also became the first officer from the intelligence cadre to be promoted to Grade 22 and appointed as Director General of the Intelligence Bureau.

Staff Reporter