Introduction
Asian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is committed to factual, responsible, and balanced journalism. Our mission is to deliver credible, data-driven, and policy-relevant coverage of Pakistan’s national affairs, economy, development, and global engagement while upholding the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and integrity.
This Code of Ethics serves as a guiding framework for ABC’s editorial team, contributors, and partners to ensure that all content published under the Asian Broadcasting Corporation banner adheres to professional journalism standards and public accountability.
- Accuracy and Fairness
Journalists at Asian Broadcasting Corporation must ensure that all information is verified before publication.
We strive to present balanced coverage by reflecting all relevant perspectives on an issue. Errors, if identified, are corrected promptly and transparently.
Headlines, visuals, and summaries must accurately reflect the substance and tone of the story and must not mislead readers.
- Independence and Integrity
Asian Broadcasting Corporation maintains complete editorial independence. Coverage is free from political, commercial, institutional, or personal influence.
Reporters, editors, and contributors are prohibited from accepting gifts, favors, or payments that could compromise editorial integrity. All contributors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
- Accountability and Transparency
Asian Broadcasting Corporation acknowledges responsibility for the accuracy, balance, and fairness of its content.
Readers are encouraged to contact the newsroom for corrections or clarifications. Editorial decisions are based solely on journalistic merit, verification, relevance, and public interest.
- Respect for Privacy and Dignity
ABC respects the privacy and dignity of individuals featured in its reporting.
Personal information or images are published only when they serve a clear and legitimate public interest. Sensationalism or unjustified intrusion into private lives is avoided.
- Avoidance of Hate Speech and Discrimination
Asian Broadcasting Corporation firmly rejects hate speech, discrimination, incitement to violence, or stigmatization.
Neutral, respectful, and professional language is used across all reporting. The newsroom values inclusivity and Pakistan’s cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity.
- Use of Sources
Sources are treated with professionalism and confidentiality where required.
Anonymous sources are used only when information is of significant public value and cannot reasonably be obtained otherwise. Editors take all reasonable steps to verify source credibility.
- Protection of Minors and Vulnerable Groups
Reporting involving children or vulnerable individuals prioritizes safety, dignity, and privacy.
Identities are protected unless disclosure is clearly in the public interest. Exploitative or sensational portrayals are strictly avoided.
- Plagiarism and Originality
Asian Broadcasting Corporation maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism.
All content must be original or properly attributed. AI tools are used only for editorial assistance and never to fabricate facts. Final editorial responsibility rests with human editors.
- Advertising and Sponsored Content
Advertisements and sponsored content are clearly labeled and visually distinct from editorial material.
Commercial considerations never influence editorial judgment. ABC complies with Google AdSense and relevant digital publishing standards.
- Corrections and Clarifications
Factual errors are corrected promptly once identified. Significant corrections are clearly noted with appropriate timestamps.
- Commitment to Public Interest
ABC’s journalism aims to inform, educate, and empower readers by promoting transparency, economic literacy, informed debate, and sustainable development.
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Last Updated: October 29, 2025