Zubair Mahmood Hayat

General Zubair Mahmood Hayat is a retired four-star general of the Pakistan Army who served as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee from 2016 to 2019. He has been an influential figure in Pakistan's military and strategic affairs, often addressing issues of regional security, nuclear deterrence, and the implications of emerging military technologies. His recent remarks at a conference highlighted his concerns regarding India's strategic posture, particularly its alignment with extremist ideologies and its rapid military advancements, which he argues could destabilize South Asia.