"پیکا ایکٹ اور آزادیِ صحافت: ایک خصوصی مکالمہ”

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In this exclusive podcast, we sit down with Tariq Ali Virk, former President of the Rawalpindi Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ), to discuss the critical challenges facing the media in Pakistan.
Key topics discussed in this episode:
The PECA Act 2025: Is the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act being weaponized to silence dissent and investigative reporting?
Journalists’ Welfare: The ongoing struggle for the rights and financial security of media professionals in Pakistan.
A Life in Journalism: Tariq Ali Virk shares his personal journey, from his early days to leading the RIUJ, and the risks involved in speaking the truth.
Future of Press Freedom: How laws like PECA impact the digital landscape and the constitutional right to freedom of expression.
Tariq Ali Virk has been a vocal advocate for journalists, recently facing personal challenges and illegal detention for his professional stance. Join us as he uncovers the harsh realities of journalism in the current political climate.