Leading journalistic bodies from around the world have opposed recent amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), which became law after Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's approval on Wednesday,

The changes in the old law sparked protests by the media organisations which denounced it against the freedom of speech, and it was hoped that President Asif Ali Zardari may refuse to sign it in the current form after his Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) had expressed solidarity with the protesting journalists.

President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, has signed the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill 2025 (PECA), officially endorsing the legislation aimed at combating digital crimes.In addition to the PECA bill,

President Asif Ali Zardari assented to the much-debated changes to the country’s cybercrime laws on Wednesday despite calls by journalists and media bodies to not sign off on the law.

Prominent journalistic organizations strongly oppose amendments to Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), asserting they curtail digital expression. The International Federation of Journalists and others stress that the measures threaten press freedom,

In a move that has sparked nationwide protests, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari approved the amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act

President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the prestigious Sitara-i-Imtiaz award on Asif Bashir in recognition of his extraordinary services in public service during a special investiture ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr. The ceremony was attended by members of parliament and other dignitaries.

Pakistan’s controversial cybercrime law became effective in the country on Wednesday after President Asif Ali Zardari formally endorsed it, ignoring protests by the media groups. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill 2025 was passed by the Senate on Tuesday,

The Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif is likely to be the chief guest at the Lahore event, while President Asif Ali Zardari is expected to attend the Karachi ceremony.

In his letter to President Xi Jinping, Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the ironclad friendship between the two countries, saying that he is looking forward to meeting President Xi Jinping in Beijing to exchange views on further strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing the bonds of friendship.

Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday departed for the United States (US) via Dubai, ARY News reported.

Bill 2025 becomes law despite media protests. President Zardari signs the bill to combat 'fake news', facing backlash from journalists and rights groups claiming it's an attack on free speech. Opposition and journalists plan legal actions and protests.