Sardar
Ahmad Nawaz Sukhera Secretary Ministry of Information Broadcasting and National
Heritage represented Pakistan in the on-going 39th Session of UNESCO General
Conference held in the UNESCO Headquarter, Paris, today, says a press release
received from Paris here today.
The Secretary attended the meetings of
UNESCO’s Cultural Commission and Communication & Information Commission and
took active part in the general debate held on the UNESCO’s program cycle
2018-2021, the organizational working of the commissions and adoption of time
table of work of the commission
The Secretary noted that Pakistan is a
land of ancient civilizations with a rich history and cultural diversity. He
was of the opinion that in addition to the six heritage sites which have
already been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, there are number of
other historical sites in Pakistan which have the potential to be included in
the UNESCOs World Heritage list.
He also stressed the need to ensure
respect for the intangible cultural heritage of the communities, groups and
individuals and to create awareness and appreciation of these national
treasures at the local, national and international levels.
Secretary also stated that the
Government of Pakistan was fully committed to the safety of journalists and had
initiated specific administrative and legislative measures to ensure press
freedom and freedom of expression as guaranteed by the Constitution of
Pakistan.
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