Pakistan's government has issued new guidelines for foreign media organizations operating within the country. These rules require registration and accreditation for reporting outside major cities. Critics argue these measures create bureaucratic hurdles and discourage independent reporting. The government states the guidelines provide a transparent framework for foreign media operations. Media rights groups have condemned the new measures as restrictions on press freedom.

All journalists working with foreign media outlets to apply for registration, accreditation through digital portal, notification says.

These new rules for foreign media come amid widespread protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, which have garnered global headlines. | World News