Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has clarified that the article attributed to the former PTI Chairman in “The Economist” is, in fact, a ghost column.
Speaking in a program of a private TV channel tonight, he said even the present PTI Chairman does not agree with the content of this article. He called for accountability within “The Economist” for publishing an article without proper verification.
Emphasizing the need for accuracy and transparency in journalism, the Minister urged “The Economist” to uphold journalistic standards and reveal the actual authorship of the published content. He questioned the authenticity of the published material and stressed the need for upholding fundamental principles of journalism.
Underlining the necessity for fair reporting, Murtaza Solangi stated that the primary objective of the media is to uphold the principles of journalism and democratic norms.
In response to a question, the Information Minister mentioned that the former PTI Chairman
does not have internet access while in jail.
Talking about the upcoming general elections, Information Minister reaffirmed that the caretaker government, the Election Commission of Pakistan, and the public are keen on timely and fair elections.
Murtaza Solangi underscored the importance of adherence to constitutional practices and expressed confidence in the democratic process.
Source: Radio Pakistan
