Media Policy and Regulation | Research & Advocacy
About Media Policy & Regulation
Media freedoms can only be ensured through progressive regulation policies for media. In Pakistan, the broadcast media is being regulated mainly through Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority, PEMRA. In its current form PEMRA is susceptible to political pressures and doesn’t have the power to operate as a truly independent regulator. Media Matters for Pakistan features research, analysis and advocacy content aimed to help move towards a fair, responsible and independent media.
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