The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) on Friday strongly condemned the recent incidents of violence, arson and vandalism targeting media houses in Bangladesh during ongoing protests. Read More: India-Bangladesh ties strained as protests hit New Delhi In a joint statement, PFUJ President Afzal Butt and Secretary General Arshad Ansari said that attempts to silence the press through […]
Press Freedom
Unesco warns of global decline in press freedom of expression
ISLAMABAD: Unesco has painted an alarming picture of press freedom of expression worldwide in its latest Media Development Report 2022–2025. The report urges member states to protect and invest in journalism as a foundation for peaceful and inclusive societies. Read More: Freedom of Expression Faces Global Decline “Defending free, independent journalism must be recognised as a […]
Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong national security law
HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s High Court on Monday found pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai guilty of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces, marking one of the city’s most high-profile trials under the China-imposed national security law. The verdict carries the possibility of a life sentence. Read More: Trump raises Jimmy Lai case with Xi during South Korea meeting […]
Govt forms new commission to safeguard journalists’ rights
ISLAMABAD: The government has established a 12-member Commission for the Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals, a long-awaited step aimed at improving the safety and rights of media workers across the country. The information ministry issued a notification announcing the commission, which will operate under the Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals Act, 2021. Read […]
Journalist safety gets boost as govt sets up protective commission
The federal government has established a commission to safeguard journalists’ rights and security nationwide. The Ministry of Information issued an official notification confirming the commission’s formation. This step follows the Journalist Protection Amendment Act, 2021, aimed at strengthening press freedom. The 12-member panel includes the Public Information Officer of the Information Ministry, the Director General […]
PFUJ urges govt action as crimes against journalists surge 60pc
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has urged the federal and provincial governments to take immediate and concrete steps to protect journalists amid a sharp rise in crimes targeting media professionals across the country. In a joint statement marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, PFUJ President Afzal […]
Maryam vows protection for journalists on International Day to End Impunity
LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has called for an end to violence and oppression against journalists who speak the truth, emphasizing that freedom of the press is vital for democracy. In her message marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, she said that responsible journalism forms the foundation […]
Dar strengthens ties with Egypt, Algeria at OIC
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar pledged to strengthen Pakistan’s relations with Egypt and Algeria during his visit to Jeddah. He met both nations’ foreign ministers on the sidelines of the OIC meeting on Tuesday. Dar called the talks a “meaningful interaction” and emphasized increased cooperation and connectivity. He stated that Pakistan seeks broader partnerships in […]
Israel’s Gaza strike ‘war on press,’ says Turkiye
Turkiye strongly condemned Israel’s recent strike on a Gaza hospital, calling it a direct attack on press freedom. The strike killed at least 15 people, including four journalists. One of them worked for the Reuters news agency, according to Palestinian officials. The bombing occurred at Nasser Hospital, which has seen repeated violence in recent weeks. […]
Govt introducing large-scale reforms in media outlets to protect press freedom: Farrukh Habib
The Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib Thursday said that PTI-led government is introducing large-scale reforms in media houses to improve its performance, ensure job security of its workers and to protect freedom of the press. The government will introduce reforms in large media outlets to protect press freedom. “The Media regulatory […]