Adnan Arif, Editor-in-Chief of The Public Purview, has officially joined the Central Standing Committee on Media Broadcasting for the year 2026. The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) issued the official notification on May 4. Atif Ikram Sheikh formally presented this notification to confirm Arif’s inclusion in the committee for the upcoming term. Consequently, this appointment places Arif in a crucial national-level role.
The FPCCI committee actively serves as a powerful platform for coordination between industry leaders and media professionals. Furthermore, the committee’s broad mandate includes supporting policy discussions, managing public engagement, and strengthening industry collaboration.
Mr. Arif will contribute significantly to discussions regarding media development and complex broadcasting challenges. Additionally, the committee aims to address structural issues currently facing Pakistan’s media and broadcasting landscape. Ultimately, this appointment highlights the growing presence of independent media representation in vital national forums. It also emphasizes the role of independent media in shaping communication between business entities, policy institutions, and the general public.
The committee operates under the leadership of Mr. Faisal Zahid Malik, Chairman & CEO of Pakistan Observer, who serves as the Convener. Amjad Qureshi, Additional Secretary General, signed the official authorization.
Alongside Adnan Arif, the FPCCI has assembled a diverse group of media professionals from across the country. The 2026 committee members include Mr. Sarmad Ali from Jang News, Mr. Naveed Kashif from Dunya News, and Mr. Rafay Khan Niazi from Roze News. Other notable regional members include Syed Muhammad Munir Jilani (Daily Paigham), Pir Haroon Shah (Daily Wahdat), Mr. Mohsin Mumtaz Seyal (Daily Aftab), Mr. Waseem Ahmed (Daily Awam), and Mr. Muhammad Humayun Gulzar (Daily Sayadat). Finally, the committee also features Ms. Afnan Mashal, a business entrepreneur and public engagement professional representing Sirene Sweden.
