Protecting rights of journalist’s top priority, says Marriyum | Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF)

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Protecting rights of journalist’s top priority, says Marriyum

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ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Marriyum Aurangzeb, expressed on Friday that the government fully believes in the freedom of the press and considers addressing the issues faced by journalists as its highest priority.

She made these remarks during a meeting with a delegation of journalists, led by Abbottabad Press Club President Raja Haroon and Secretary General Raja Munir. The meeting was also attended by Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Murtaza Javed Abbasi.

She stated that the Ministry of Information will continue to play a vital role in equipping press clubs across the country with modern facilities and resources. She highlighted the significance and responsibility of the Abbottabad Press Club, considering it as one of the most important press clubs in the country.

During the meeting, the minister issued directives to promptly establish a computer lab and studio at the Abbottabad Press Club. She further assured that the club would receive the previously announced grant as well, ensuring its support and development.

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Murtaza Javed Abbasi thanked the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for the announcement of the establishment of a computer lab, studio, and grant for the Abbottabad Press Club.

Abbottabad’s journalistic community was doing its professional work despite limited resources, Murtaza Javed Abbasi said.

The delegation apprised Marriyum Aurangzeb about the difficulties faced by the media persons in Abbottabad. The delegation expressed their gratitude to Information Minister Maryam Aurangzeb and Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Javed Abbasi for their support.

Source: Pakistan Journalist


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