KARACHI: Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE) President Kazim Khan has strongly condemned the arrest of a senior journalist and editor of online news agency Mohsin Baig and harassment of his family. The President of CPNE said in his statement that freedom of press and freedom of expression is a democratic and constitutional right but it should be exercised in accordance with journalistic values and principles. The professional responsibilities of journalism require that this constitutional right be exercised in a non-partisan and impartial manner on issues free from personalities and ethics.
He said that arresting a senior journalist without any warrant and harassing his family members and violating the security of four walls is a highly condemnable act.
This proves that there is no rule of law in the country. He warned the government that a full voice would be raised against any illegal action related to Mohsin Baig.