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Pakistan media freedom

Punjab’s New Defamation Law Sparks Pushback, Protests

Punjab’s New Defamation Law Sparks Pushback, Protests

By W. Tariq
Critics say the hastily passed bill will have devastating effects on free speech and the media in Pakistan’s most populous province.

Where Does Pakistan’s Democracy Go From Here? 

Where Does Pakistan’s Democracy Go From Here? 

By Ailia Zehra
Last year, Imran Khan’s ouster and the end of the “hybrid regime” briefly gave hope to those seeking true democracy in Pakistan. But the military managed to further consolidate its grip on power. 
Pakistan’s Long History of Throttling Press Freedom

Pakistan’s Long History of Throttling Press Freedom

By Asfandiyar
The power game between the military and political parties in the country has always taken a toll on the media space – to the country’s detriment.

Amendment to Pakistan’s Cybercrime Law Sparks Outrage From Free Speech Defenders

Amendment to Pakistan’s Cybercrime Law Sparks Outrage From Free Speech Defenders

By Waleed Tariq
Pakistan’s prime minister said the changes, which include harsher punishments and less rights for the accused, are necessary to fight “fake news.”

Pakistan Seeks to Punish Criticism of Army

Pakistan Seeks to Punish Criticism of Army

By Niha Dagia
A new bill, if it were to become law, would further damage the Pakistani media’s ability to hold the military to account.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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Toothless and Terrified: The State of Pakistan’s Media

Toothless and Terrified: The State of Pakistan’s Media

By Niha Dagia and Niha Dagia
Journalism in Pakistan has never been easy, but the current environment is particularly dangerous.

Pakistan’s Undeclared Censorship

Pakistan’s Undeclared Censorship

By Tehreem Azeem
Pakistan's media environment is under increasing control -- but some journalists are fighting back.
Taha Siddiqui on Pakistan’s Muzzled Media

Taha Siddiqui on Pakistan’s Muzzled Media

By Aaquib Khan
The well-known journalist is living in exile after narrowly escaping an abduction attempt by gunmen.

The Plight of Pakistan's Journalists

The Plight of Pakistan's Journalists

By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
The free press is being suffocated in Pakistan.

The Hard Limits of Pakistan's Media Freedom

The Hard Limits of Pakistan's Media Freedom

By Daud Khattak
Self-censorship out of fear might explain a near media blackout on reporting widespread Pashtun protests.

Pakistan's Ongoing Media Crackdown Takes Aim at RFE/RL

Pakistan's Ongoing Media Crackdown Takes Aim at RFE/RL

By Catherine Putz
Pakistani intelligence says RFE/RL's Pashto-language Radio Mashaal aired programs "against the interests of Pakistan."
Pakistan's Censorship Takes a Dangerous Turn

Pakistan's Censorship Takes a Dangerous Turn

By Umer Ali
Pakistan is silencing discussion on a growing number of topics, from religious extremism to CPEC.

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