Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act 2016

Journalists, activists rally against Pakistani law to regulate social media

Bill proposes Social Media Regulatory Authority to block illegal content, with disinformation punishable by up to three years in prison, $7,000 fine
Government officials say the law will not affect working journalists or mainstream media, only those spreading ‘fake news’ on online platforms

By SAIMA SHABBIR · 29 January 2025