Government, media bodies to form a committee to discuss fake news
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 16 September 2021
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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is set to establish a committee to address issues related to fake news and media worker rights. In a recent meeting, concerns over the proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority were discussed.Summary
ISLAMABAD—The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and representatives of media bodies Wednesday agreed to form a committee to discuss fake news on social media, rights of media workers, and further improvement of laws and regulatory framework, The News reported.
PBA, APNS, CPNE, PFUJ, and AEMEND called on Federal Minister for Information Fawad Chaudhry and Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib. Both sides agreed to form a body comprising PBA, APNS, CPNE, PFUJ and AEMEND, and the Ministry of Information.
During the meeting, discussions were held on the proposed Pakistan Media Development Authority (PMDA). Media organizations expressed reservations over PMDA and termed it as unacceptable.
Key Points
- Ministry of Information to form committee on fake news.
- Committee includes media organizations like PBA and APNS.
- Concerns raised over Pakistan Media Development Authority (PMDA).
- Focus on improving laws and rights of media workers.
- Meeting attended by key information ministers and media bodies.
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