UNESCO approves Pakistan’s proposal

UNESCO adopts Pakistan's proposal to counter disinformation and hate speech - The Financial Daily

Manzar Naqvi KARACHI: UNESCO has formally adopted Pakistan’s proposal on countering disinformation, misinformation, and hate speech in the digital space, marking a significant step in global efforts to safeguard information integrity and protect freedom of expression. The proposal was presented by Pakistan’s Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, during the 222nd Session of the UNESCO Executive Board in Paris. It received…

UNESCO approves Pakistan’s proposal

UNESCO has approved a proposal from Pakistan aimed at tackling misinformation and hate speech in the digital age. The plan also focuses on protecting freedom of expression and ensuring the accuracy of information. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, presented the proposal at the 222nd session of the Executive Board in Paris. The Pakistani Embassy in Paris released the official statement after the sessio…