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Private TV, radio channels may be allowed

ISLAMABAD: The Chief Executive, General Pervez Musharraf Sunday said that media forms an integral part of statehood in this era of information and that he was a firm believer in the freedom of the Press.

Addressing the nation on Radio and Television, Gen. Musharraf said, he had great regard and respect for the media; “I trust it to play a positive and constructive role.”

“I am a firm believer in the freedom of the press and am even considering to liberalize the policy on the establishment of private television and radio channels,” he said.

Source: Business Recorder

Date:10/18/1999