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Pakistan Launches English News Outlets to Combat Foreign Propaganda

3/24/2026

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Pakistan's government is launching state-friendly English-language news outlets to improve its international image.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized countering foreign propaganda and promoting Pakistan's narrative.
The new media effort focuses on criticizing India and framing military actions against the Taliban in line with the Pakistani military's stance.
This shift followed a military clash with India last May that left Pakistan overwhelmed by pro-Indian content on social media.

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Pakistan's government is launching state-friendly English-language news outlets to improve its international image.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized countering foreign propaganda and promoting Pakistan's narrative.
The new media effort focuses on criticizing India and framing military actions against the Taliban in line with the Pakistani military's stance.
This shift followed a military clash with India last May that left Pakistan overwhelmed by pro-Indian content on social media.