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AEMEND elects Azhar Abbas president and Tariq Mahmood general secretary

The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors elected its new leadership in meetings across Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad on Saturday.

AEMEND elects Azhar Abbas as President and Tariq Mahmood as General Secretary
File photo AEMEND elects Azhar Abbas as President and Tariq Mahmood as General Secretary Photo: Business Recorder

Elected officials take office

Azhar Abbas was chosen as president while Tariq Mahmood became general secretary. Muhammad Usman and Mian Tahir secured vice president roles alongside Rehan Ahmed and Nadeem Jamal as joint secretaries. Shahab Mahmood received the finance secretary position during the voting process.

Council members join committee

The General Council selected additional members including Zahid Mazhar, Masoom Rizvi, Mohsin Raza, Mubarak Ali, Kamran Lashari, Humayun Saleem, Muhammad Naushad Kahwaja Hasnain and Razaq Sarohi. These individuals will serve on the Executive Committee formed by the body.

Leadership expresses concerns

The General Council voiced grave concern regarding the deteriorating state of press freedom in Pakistan. Officials also highlighted issues involving government powers and the alleged misuse of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. The group noted that irresponsible conduct by some YouTubers does not justify restricting independent journalism.

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  • Business Recorder
  • Geo News

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