Brig (R) Dr. Muhammad Aslam Khan Niazi (Late) is a retired Brig from Pakistan Army, served 32 years. A veteran of (1971) Indo-Pak War, when he served as a liaison officer in an Infantry Division. Recipient of ‘Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Military)’ he had the privilege to command 77 Field Artillery regiment in a desert formation for about three years, and later commanded Division as well as Corps Artillery after promotion from Lt Col to Brig rank. Having served two tenures in prestigious Military Operations Directorate, GHQ from Jan 1982 – May 1985 and May 1992 – Jun 1994, he also held director level appointments twice.

Secured first class Masters Degree in International Relations in year 2000 and PhD, acquired after retirement in 2002-2007. Scrutiny of his thesis was done by two Russian scholars of repute that the University had chosen at random. Did Write frequently in national and international media and attended various seminars and conferences within the country and abroad on invitation. He spoke occasionally about international issues from Voice of America and Voice of Russia (now Sputnik).

Has visited US, UK, Germany (twice), UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Cambodia and Switzerland (twice).
Author of two books, ‘The New Great Game: Oil and Gas Politics in Central Eurasia’ published by US publisher in Feb 2008 from New York, London and Swansea and “Soldier’s Critique” published by Notion press and available world wide.

Played golf with a 16 handicap.

Dr. Makni is his acronym, comprising first capitals of each segment of his full name.

 

Collecting Memories

Dr Makni left us for his eternal abode on 16th April 2016, If you knew Brig (r) Dr. Muhammad Aslam Khan Niazi or had any interaction with him please share those with us. So we may collect and preserve all the memories on this memorial website