Trends - MEDIA REFORMS

Why regime change won't save free speech in Pakistan

In 2024, after being exposed for mass illegal surveillance, Pakistan's response wasn't accountability. It was a new law. The EU's latest report shows why that matters.

Updated 28 Jul, 2026 11:37am

Taskforce formed to monitor investigation into journalists’ murders in Pakistan

Body constituted in coalition with civil society bodies and govt, to feature roster of experts.

Updated 15 Jun, 2024 12:18am

Firdous Ashiq Awan floats 'media courts' proposal with broadcasters' body

The formation of media courts is a discriminatory move and will be considered "an attack on media freedom", says CPNE.

Updated 24 Jul, 2019 10:31pm

PBC and PTV will be made autonomous

The promise is part of the PTI's plan to ensure freedom of press.

Updated 21 Apr, 2022 01:09pm

Pemra to be made autonomous

The party promised it would not allow the regulator to "become a political tool".

Updated 20 Apr, 2022 02:37pm