Pakistan Army News – Pakistan Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir on April 16, 2025, vowed that separatist militants would never succeed in disintegrating the country, delivering a stern warning during the Overseas Pakistanis Convention.
Targeting groups like the BLA, Munir declared Balochistan “Pakistan’s destiny,” asserting that “even your next ten generations cannot take it” from the nation.
This statement reflects the military’s resolve amid a long-standing insurgency in the southwestern province, where militants accuse Islamabad of resource exploitation.
The COAS’s address came as Balochistan faces heightened violence, with attacks on security personnel and CPEC projects linked to foreign-backed proxies.
Munir dismissed the threat, comparing it to India’s failed attempts to coerce Pakistan despite its larger military, suggesting that a small militant group poses even less danger.
He praised the sacrifices of Pakistani families, reinforcing national unity against separatism. However, this narrative sidesteps allegations of military overreach and the lack of local empowerment, which fuel the insurgency.
Military operations have intensified, with the ISPR reporting progress under Vision Azm-e-Istehkam.
Yet, the persistence of attacks raises questions about the strategy’s sustainability. Critics argue that military solutions alone cannot resolve grievances over resource distribution and governance, potentially alienating Baloch communities further.
Munir’s promise of a swift victory—“we will beat the hell out of these terrorists very soon”—aims to boost morale, but its feasibility remains debated.
As Pakistan balances internal stability with international partnerships, particularly with China, Munir’s stance signals a hardline approach.
However, without addressing underlying socio-economic issues, the vow to thwart disintegration may face long-term challenges, testing the military’s influence in shaping the nation’s future.