Muhammad Asim Malik, HI(M) is a Pakistani three-star general and the current Director-General of Inter-Service Intelligence (ISI), a position he has held since 30 September 2024.
[5] Additionally, Malik obtained the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) on the US-Pakistan relations from the National Defence University.
[6][10] In his role as AG of the Pakistan Army, Lt. Gen. Malik handled the investigation into the May 9 riots and was believed to have initiated and overseen the court martial proceedings of former Director-General of Inter-Services Intelligence, Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed, who faced military trial on charges of corruption and breaches of military discipline following his retirement.
[6][5] Although Malik has limited experience in intelligence-specific roles,[12] his appointment comes at a time of political instability, rising militancy, and heightened public attention on the ISI.
[5] Sources within military circles indicated that Malik shares a strong connection with COAS Asim Munir, who views him as a trusted confidant.