Protection of journalists’ rights top priority: Fawad Chaudhry

July 8, 2021: Federal Information Minister Chaudhry Fawad has said that the government fully believes in the fundamental, democratic and constitutional right to expression.

While felicitating the newly elected office bearers of Parliamentary Reporters Association on Thursday, the Information Minister said an independent and vibrant media is indispensable for a strong democracy and promotion of democratic norms in the country.

Fawad Chaudhry said that addressing the problems of journalists and their welfare, security and protection of rights is included in our priorities. Fawad Chaudhry says that free, active and dynamic media is essential for the promotion of democratic values. The role of PRA in conveying the proceedings of the National Assembly and Senate to the people is commendable.