Pakistan issues foreign media guidelines, drawing criticism from press freedom groups
Summary
Pakistan’s government published new rules for foreign journalists working outside its three largest cities. These rules require journalists to register and get approval before reporting in other areas, including Pakistan-administered Kashmir, which has raised concerns among press freedom groups.Key Facts
- Pakistan introduced guidelines for foreign media working outside Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
- Journalists and media helpers must register with the government and get clearance before reporting in these areas.
- The government says the rules create a clear system and do not limit press freedom.
- Some media watchdogs say the rules add unnecessary barriers that could limit independent news reporting.
- The guidelines also require journalists to return from Pakistan-administered Kashmir and get permission before resuming work there.
- This move follows controversy over foreign media coverage of events and elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
- The government accused some international media of reporting misleading information about recent regional elections.
- The rules were issued before the final voting phase in Pakistan-administered Kashmir’s legislative assembly elections.
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