PFUJ warns global ranking will slip due to media restrictions

The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) issued a stark warning that the newly imposed guidelines will damage the country's standing in international press‑freedom indexes. The union argues that the mandatory registration, travel bans, and the demand for No Objection Certificates erode the ability of foreign correspondents to report freely, especially on sensitive topics like the unrest in Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir. PFUJ says these actions will push Pakistan's already low ranking even lower, affecting its reputation among investors, diplomatic partners, and the global media community.