Pakistan’s Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Tuesday called on the media to be more careful when reporting on foreign policy, noting that some public debates have begun sparking increasing concerns among the country’s diplomatic allies about the West Asia war.
Speaking at a press conference, Azam Tarar, highlighting the recent commentary across social media, TV and newspapers, said that the coverage has occasionally caused unease abroad, as reported by Dawn.
He mentioned that foreign officials have reached out to ask whether certain bold statements represent official government policy or just personal opinions.
“As a nation, we have to remember that our views must align with the Constitution and our national interests,” Tarar explained. He reminded journalists that while freedom of expression is a fundamental right, it comes with legal responsibilities, particularly concerning national security and relations with friendly states.
The Minister urged the public and pundits to avoid speculating on Pakistan’s stance regarding specific regional rivalries such as those between Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. “
“Leave that to the state to decide, he added, insisting that Pakistan remains a responsible nuclear power with an independent and balanced approach.
He also confirmed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been in active talks with regional leaders to help de-escalate the ongoing crisis. While Tarar clarified that no international ties have been permanently damaged yet, he stressed that caution is essential to protect Pakistan’s standing on the global stage.
