World Press Freedom Day being observed today

Lahore: World Press Freedom Day is being observed across the world including Pakistan today (Friday, May 3), the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan paid tribute to the journalists.

Freedom of the press has been a dream in every era. During the last three decades, journalists have been under more than 70 terrorist attacks, while around 170 have lost their lives in various incidents while performing duty.

Journalists facing pressure, bullying, and threats in Pakistan are not only in mortal danger every moment but often face violence. Due to these reasons, Pakistan is included in the list of the most dangerous countries for journalism.

President Asif Ali Zardari

On the other hand, President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to the journalists fighting the battle for truth around the world.

In his message, President Zardari said that an independent press is indispensable for highlighting issues of global importance and dispelling fake news and superstitions.

“The role of media in creating awareness about global issues including climate change, green technology and global warming is very important,” he stated.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Shehbaz Sharif while saluting the martyred journalists in Gaza said that fighting oppression and bringing the truth to the fore is the message of World Press Freedom Day.

Freedom of expression is the foundation of democracy, protection of civil rights, and truth in society, stated the premier.