The government has officially refuted allegations suggesting a ban on mobile phones during press conferences held at the President's Office.
Chief Spokesperson at the President's Office Heena Waleed has dismissed reports propagated by certain media outlets and journalist associations, asserting that all attendees, including media personnel, were indeed in possession of their mobile phones throughout the press conference organized by the President's Office.
In her statement, Heena underscored the imperative for media outlets to exercise caution in disseminating accurate information, particularly in light of the factual presence of mobile devices among attendees. She clarified that while standard security protocol at the President's Office entails collecting phones from all participants, including government officials, journalists will continue to have access to their mobile devices during future press conferences.
Furthermore, Heena reiterated the current administration's steadfast commitment to supporting journalists and ensuring an environment conducive to their work, emphasizing the facilitation of their tasks.