| Government believes in freemom of expression: Secretary Information |
| ISLAMABAD, June 3 (APP): Secretary Information Syed Anwar Mahmood has said that government fully beleived in freedom of press, but the press specially the electronic media should also show self responsibility.They should observe the code of ethics.He also urged them to abide by the rules, regulations and code of ethics, set by by Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA).These should also be abided by the private TV channels to show sense as responsible Cable operators. Talking to CNBC Pakistan,he said that electronic media and Television were the most effective and sensitive medium. He said that through the freedom of expression they should project the truth, but also follow the code of ethics. Anwar Mahmood said that Cable operators,while applying for licence to PEMRA had agreed to follow rules set by it.He added that government wanted that media should flourish in the country, but as regulator PEMRA has some responsibility to ensure code of ethics,following of the rules and procedure and ensure smooth functioning. Explaining, he said that Supreme Court had directed that no discussion or talk show can he held in the case of Chief Justice Reference or petition. The case was going on since some time.But some channels violated the directions, and as regulator PEMRA had to ensure that directions are followed. |
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