London, United Kingdom — 13 August 2026: The Pakistan Press Club UK has announced its newly elected office bearers for the 2026–27 term, marking a new chapter for the decade-old organisation that represents Pakistani journalists across the United Kingdom.
The announcement was made through an official notification issued under reference PPCUK/2026/27, outlining the new leadership team and its commitment to strengthening professional journalism, upholding media ethics, and continuing to serve the Pakistani media community throughout the UK.
The Pakistan Press Club UK has long provided a platform for Pakistani journalists working across different media organisations and platforms in Britain. With its new team now taking responsibility, the organisation is expected to continue its efforts to promote professional standards, collaboration, and a strong sense of community among journalists.
New Leadership Team
The newly announced office bearers bring experience from a range of prominent Pakistani media organisations.
Azhar Javaid, Bureau Chief UK at SAMAA TV, has been appointed Chairman, while Haseeb Arsalan, Bureau Chief UK at Dunya TV, will serve as Vice Chairman.
Shokat Dar, Bureau Chief UK at DM English, has been appointed President. He will be supported by Irfan ul Haq of 365 Channel, who takes the role of Senior Vice President, and Nasim Siddiqi of Express News, who has been appointed Vice President.
The organisation’s administrative team includes Safina Khan of Neo TV & Azaad Digital as General Secretary, while Syed Sibtain Ali of SAMAA TV has been appointed Information Secretary.
Amna Chaudhry of Dunya TV will serve as Joint Secretary, with Zulfiqar Ali of Zee 89 TV taking the position of Additional Secretary. Pervez Iqbal has been appointed Finance Secretary.
A Commitment to Journalism and Media Ethics
The new leadership has pledged to strengthen professional journalism and uphold media ethics while continuing to serve Pakistani journalists and the wider Pakistani media community across the United Kingdom.
At a time when journalism is undergoing significant changes due to digital media, social platforms, rapidly evolving news cycles, and changing audience expectations, professional organisations such as the Pakistan Press Club UK can play an important role in supporting responsible journalism and fostering cooperation among media professionals.
The diverse professional backgrounds of the newly appointed office bearers reflect the broad representation of Pakistani media within the UK. Their combined experience across television, digital journalism, news reporting, and media management provides a strong foundation for the organisation’s activities during the new term.
Looking Ahead
The announcement represents more than a change in office holders; it also signals an opportunity for the Pakistan Press Club UK to build on its work and further strengthen its role within the Pakistani journalism community in Britain.
The organisation has extended congratulations to all the newly elected office bearers and expressed its best wishes for their success as they take on their new responsibilities.
As the new leadership begins its term, journalists and members of the Pakistani media community will look to the Pakistan Press Club UK to promote professional cooperation, ethical journalism, and meaningful engagement within the UK’s media landscape.
With experienced journalists at the helm, the 2026–27 team begins its tenure with an important responsibility: to represent, connect, and support Pakistani journalists while continuing to promote excellence in journalism across the United Kingdom.
