ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday called on newspapers to champion democratic values, raise awareness of socio-economic issues, and promote tolerance, interfaith harmony and patriotism.
In his message on the National Newspaper Readership Day being observed on Wednesday (September 25), the president congratulated the All-Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS).
The president said on the day, it was vital to reaffirm support for a free and responsible press, which was essential for the proper functioning of democracy and for influencing public opinion on both national and international matters.
President Zardari said a responsible press upholds the highest standards of accuracy, fairness and balance in reporting news.
It also provides a platform for marginalized voices to be heard but also generates healthy discussion on important issues.
Published in Dawn, September 25th, 2024
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