PARIS (GNP) : A delegation of Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) led by its President Rana Azeem today met the Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch.
The Ambassador welcomed the journalists and said that PFUJ has a responsible role to play, as journalism is a life line for any democratic society. The media has a significant part to play in promoting a positive image of the country, she added.
Ambassador Baloch briefed the delegation on Pakistan-France relations and the key role of the Embassy in promoting cooperation in the areas of trade, culture, academics and media. She also briefed the delegation on UNESCO’s role in communication and information and Pakistan’s initiatives in this regard at UNESCO.
PFUJ President briefed the Ambassador on the Centenary Congress of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) which is being attended by more than 300 journalists’ unions and associations’ representatives from 5th – 7th May 2026 to celebrate the 100 years of international solidarity for strong journalism and trade unionism in order to shape common strategies for future challenges.
The delegation also briefed the Ambassador on the PFUJ’s 5-year strategic plan. It also appreciated the contribution of Pakistani diplomats highlighting Pakistan’s narrative around last year’s war with India and the diplomatic efforts of Pakistan for mediation during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Members of the delegation included: Rana Azeem, Shakeel Ahmed, Tariq Usmani, Javeria Siddiqui, G. M. Jamali, Abdur Razzaq Sial, Saima Siddique, Asmat ullah Hashwani, Ashraf Majeed, Ahtsham-ul-Haq, Syed Sana Zahra, Mazhar Amanat and Namrah Nadir.
