Pakistan: Bytes for All rejects government’s plan to ban VPNs
Authorities urged to draw a balance between fundamental freedoms and counter-terrorism measures.
Pakistan Press Foundation condemns violence against journalists amid political protests
A wave of attacks on journalists and media professionals was documented during the recent protests at the end of September and the first week of October.
Pakistan Press Foundation alarmed over show-cause notices to TV channels for coverage of terrorist attack
The media must be able to report on critical developments in the country without facing punitive measures for doing so.
Pakistan: Media groups concerned over prohibitions imposed on Quetta Press Club
Pakistan Press Foundation said that the press club must be able to operate without interference.
Pakistan: Concerns over censorship and other restrictions on freedom of expression in Balochistan
Authorities accused of censoring reports on violent crackdowns targeting protests in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.
IFEX calls for legislative initiatives in Pakistan to respect free expression and information online
IFEX is concerned about Pakistan’s increasingly restrictive digital environment, particularly since the February 2024 general elections which were marred with internet and telecommunications shutdowns, and the online censorship and harassment of journalists.
Killing of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif declared unlawful
Kenya’s High Court ruling finds authorities violated Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif’s right to life.
Pakistan Supreme Court issues contempt notice to 34 TV channels
Pakistan Press Foundation warned that the show-cause notices could further restrict the live broadcast of political events.
Pakistan Press Foundation alarmed by the brutal murder of journalist Khalil Jibran
Authorities were urged to ensure that the targeted killing of the journalist is investigated swiftly and effectively.
Civil society, journalists reject ‘draconian’ Punjab defamation bill
More than 80 groups and individuals have voiced their concern about the grave implications of the measure on freedom of speech.
Pakistan Press Foundation condemns killing of Khuzdar Press Club president Maulana Muhammad Siddique Mengal
The journalist was killed in a bomb attack on World Press Freedom Day.
Pakistan: Report looks into blasphemy prosecutions and online religious expression
Report highlights that the rise of the internet has led to an increase in blasphemy prosecutions in the country.
Pakistan: Online campaign launched against prolonged X suspension
The “Restore X” campaign highlights how the suspension of X (Twitter) in Pakistan is affecting the free flow of information.
Pakistan: Stakeholders express concern over X disruption; call on telecom regulator for transparency
A statement signed by nearly 30 civil society groups highlights the adverse impact of growing digital censorship in the country.