Governor Punjab Sardar Salim Haider Khan announced concrete measures to support the press community during a visit to the National Press Club in Islamabad, promising university fee concessions for journalists’ children and improved health facilities for media families. He said he would personally assist with funds where official allocations could raise legal concerns, and pledged to work alongside journalists on the Media Town Phase 2 case.<\/p>\n
Speaking after meeting newly elected Press Club officials, the governor described the National Press Club elections as an example for politicians and recalled the role journalists played in the struggle for democracy. He stressed that he and the provincial government will do everything possible to ease burdens on the media community, including seeking discounts on university fees and facilitating medical support.<\/p>\n
The governor praised recent diplomatic efforts, saying President Asif Ali Zardari\u2019s visit to China aims to strengthen Pakistan and that attempts to undermine the Pak-China relationship will fail. He lauded the foreign policy successes of key leaders and credited Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto with effective diplomacy that has earned international recognition.<\/p>\n
On security and international narratives, he repeated his view that the Pahalgam false flag has been exposed globally and highlighted Pakistan\u2019s role in seeking to end hostilities, expressing confidence in ongoing diplomatic progress. He also claimed that US President Donald Trump has praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Field Marshal frequently.<\/p>\n
The governor described the coalition government as functioning well under President Zardari\u2019s leadership and urged allied parties to work together to address economic challenges and ease inflationary pressures. He emphasized that his public criticism is intended to highlight citizens\u2019 hardships rather than score political points.<\/p>\n
During his visit, National Press Club president Abdul Razaq Sial, Secretary Rao Furqan Ali, and other office-bearers urged the governor to support Media Town Phase 2, introduce electronic voting for members, and secure maximum fee relief and health services for members\u2019 children. Secretary Rao Furqan Ali also requested a grant for the press club, a plea the governor received during his reception.<\/p>\n
The governor reiterated his vow to stand with journalists on legal matters related to Media Town Phase 2 and to pursue every possible avenue to assist media families, while noting constraints around official budgets and accountability bodies. He concluded by reaffirming his commitment to the press corps and their welfare.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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