Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says independent journalism is an integral part of democracy and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz government fully believes in freedom of expression.

In a felicitation message to newly elected office bearers of Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists, he congratulated Afzal Butt on being elected President, Arshad Ansari elected Secretary General, and Saeed Jan elected Finance Secretary of PFUJ.

The Minister said PFUJ has always raised its voice for the rights of journalists. He said the election of the newly elected PFUJ office bearers was a testament to their dedication and commitment to journalists.

Attaullah Tarar expressed hope that PFUJ will continue to play proactive role for protection of the journalists’ rights and for promotion of responsible journalism.

He said resolution of the problems faced by journalists is also top priority of the present government.