In a new development, Pakistani Army Chief Pervez Kiyani announced today that he would retire on November 29th. General Kiyani said that in his opinion institutions were more important than any individual. This announcement of the General Kiyani has put an end to all the rumors of giving him yet another extension.

Pervez Kiyani said that democracy was the way forward for Pakistan. “I have always had great respect for the democratic institutions of Pakistan”, he said. He said that he hoped the upcoming Army Chief would add to the respect of the Army as an institution.

The announcement of the General Kiyani has been appreciated by analysts and is considered a positive omen for the future of democracy in Pakistan. Also, this decision has put an end to all kinds of rumors about a new extension to Pervez Kiyani.