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Pakistan: Quetta Press Club faces new restrictions amidst press freedom co
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
In what is being seen as a move to further restrict freedom of speech, the Quetta Press Club in Pakistan has been directed not to host any seminars or conferences without obtaining a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the district administration, The News International reported.
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Verdict awaited for Hong Kong journalists accused of sedition, to test pre
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Two Hong Kong journalists will face the result of their historic sedition trial this week, Al Jazeera reported, adding that the decision may have a significant impact on the direction of media in the city.
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Hong Kong laws behind massive decline in media freedom: Report
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
It includes substantially tougher penalties for sedition, which Cheng described as "the main legislation that's been used against speech and media work" since the implementation of a new National Security Law in 2020.
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Reporters Without Borders urges Pakistani authorities to address "alarming
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) urged Pakistan's federal and provincial authorities to address "an alarming deterioration in press freedom" over recent months, Pakistan-based Dawn reported.
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PoJK: Journalists protest against suppression of information by administra
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Wearing black armbands, the journalists protested at the constituent assembly premises during the recent PoJK assembly session.
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"Not different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism...": Pakistani
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The journalists in Pakistan lamented their situation in the country, emphasising that they have been facing harassment-related issues, adding that the situation is not very different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism.
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UN demands better protection for journalists on environment beat
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Marking the World Press Freedom Day on Friday, 3rd May, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted an uptick in violence faced by journalists covering environmental issues, which has made the profession increasingly dangerous.
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China among world's 10 most dangerous countries for media professionals: R
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
China is among the world's 10 most dangerous countries for media professionals in the 2024 rankings, Voice of America (VOA) reported.
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Media bodies express concern over state of 'free media' in Pakistan
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) has committed to continue the constitutional and legal struggle for freedom of expression in Pakistan and face unfavourable circumstances head on.
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Pakistan: Human Rights Commission calls upon govt to ensure fair treatment
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan on Friday called on the government to ensure fair treatment to journalists and protect them, stated a press release from the organisation.
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Journalism in Pakistan "under threat"; journalists have become "punching b
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
World Press Freedom Day, observed annually around the world on May 3, is an important occasion to raise awareness of the importance of journalism and freedom of expression.
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European Union condemns violence, threats against journalists
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
In a statement on behalf of the European Union marking the World Press Freedom Day, Borrell stressed that in 2024, the work of journalists is more significant than ever, adding that "on this day, we honour their work and courage."
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