Articles by Pakistan Press Foundation

Pakistan: PPF strongly condemns the attack on “Sada e Watan” Bureau Chief Naseer Ghumman in Sialkot
Journalist Naseer Ghumman was attacked after reporting about alleged corruption, involving Tehsil Municipal Administration Sialkot officers.

PPF launches guidelines for documenting and confronting impunity for crimes against journalists
Pakistan Press Foundation has presented a set of recommendations that it believes can help reduce the lack of progress in investigations involving the murder of journalists.

Pakistan: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan criticized for making sexist remarks against journalist Gharidah Farooqi
Pakistan Press Foundation described the remarks as irresponsible and sexist as it urged the former ruling party to issue a clarification.

Pakistan: PPF condemns the decision of PEMRA to ban the transmission of ‘Bol News’
Several media organizations in Pakistan have strongly condemned the closure of Bol News and Bol Entertainment.

Pakistan: PPF condemns government decision suspending broadcast of ARY News TV channel
Pakistan Press Foundation said the decision to suspend ARY News channel is an alarming attack on press freedom in the country that could set a dangerous precedent.

Pakistan: PPF condemns actions of police in Rawalpindi that left photojournalist Faisal Khan injured
Photojournalist Faisal Khan was injured after he was assaulted by police during a protest of teachers and clerks in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Pakistan: PPF strongly condemns violent attack on senior journalist Ayaz Amir
Pakistan Press Foundation describes the assault against senior journalist Ayaz Amir as a reflection of the shrinking space for free expression in Pakistan.

Pakistan: PEMRA’s prohibition of former prime minister’s interview a dangerous step
Pakistan Press Foundation said a government agency’s order restricting an interview with former Prime minister Imran Khan undermines the public’s right to information.