KARACHI/ISLAMABAD: President of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi expressed serious concerns over leaked audio recordings of confidential conversations in the PM House. He said that the secret recording and release of personal and confidential information was an immoral act that should be discouraged.
He was talking to the journalists at Governor House in Karachi on Monday.
Dr Alvi said that privacy was a trust which must not be broken and that the leaked private conversation and spreading fake news was unethical. He said that such things may spread fear and panic in society.
Dr Arif Alvi stated this a day after the government launched an investigation into the audio leaks.
PTI chairman Imran Khan warned that more leaks could come to the fore in the coming days.
Dr Alvi further said social media can be used to spread knowledge and wisdom. Instead, it was being used to spread fake news.
“Political rivals must adopt courteous attitude towards each other on social media platforms,” he suggested. The suggestion is a far cry from what most political parties are seen practicing on social media platforms.
He further said in he will try and make a difference in the prevailing political environment in his personal capacity.
With the utilization of foreign aid for flood victims a bone of contention, the president suggested devising a transparent and robust system for distribution of aid.
President Alvi also asked welfare organizations, civil society and international donors to help flood efectees with open heart.
