Minister hints at withdrawing amendment to FIA Act
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 3 November 2022
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Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah indicated a potential withdrawal of amendments related to the FIA Act affecting social media regulation. The government will consult with stakeholders to ensure the amendments do not undermine freedom of expression.Summary
ISLAMABAD—Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah has hinted at withdrawing the FIA law amendment to control social media.
On Wednesday, the federal cabinet approved the summary of amendments to the schedule of the FIA Act, 1974, on behalf of the Interior Ministry, delegating powers for action against those who make social media posts against state institutions.
In a tweet, the minister said the government would hold talks with the representatives of journalists and other stakeholders over the amendments in the FIA Act. “If it hinges on the freedom of expression, the government would withdraw the bill.”
However, he added that there are “things on social media which should be controlled.” The minister maintained that privacy had been violated.
Key Points
- Minister hints at withdrawing FIA Act amendment.
- Cabinet approved amendments to FIA Act, 1974.
- New powers to control social media posts against state institutions.
- Talks with journalists and stakeholders planned.
- Concerns over privacy violations on social media.
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