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The Ministry of Defence has issued a notification granting 3-year extension in the service of COAS General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani with effect from 29 November 29, 2010. Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani in his televised address to the nation on Thursday announced to extend the term of General Kayani for three more years. The PM said that the Army completed successful military operations in Swat, Malakand and Waziristan under the leadership of COAS Kayani and as the ongoing army operations have entered into a critical juncture, so it is necessary to have continuity in the leadership of Army to wipe out terrorists. General Kayani who succeeded Gen Musharraf as Pakistans 14th army chief on November 29, 2007, is a recipient of Hilal-i-Imtiaz and Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military) for his meritorious services. He served at various levels of command including his stint as Director General Inter Services Intelligence. Besides being Chief of Staff Corps, General Kayani has also held the coveted post of Director General Military Operations.
