LAHORE: (Tuesday, November 12, 2024): Punjab University Chairperson Department of Film and Broadcasting Prof Dr Lubna Zaheer represented Pakistan at an international conference held in Japan. The event, which attracted distinguished delegates and scholars from 32 countries, witnessed Dr Lubna Zaheer as the sole Pakistani professor among the global participants. In her address, Dr Zaheer spoke on the critical issues of financial and security challenges facing journalists in south Asia and especially Pakistan. She highlighted the urgency of professional training programs for journalists, emphasizing how such initiatives could enhance journalistic standards and safety in high-risk areas. During her stay, she visited the Pakistani Embassy in Tokyo, where she met with Ambassador Mr Raza Tarar. Their discussion focused on exploring collaborative ventures with Japanese universities, potentially enriching academic and media-related exchanges between Pakistan and Japan. Dr Zaheer’s presence and engagement at the conference underscored Pakistan’s commitment to advancing media standards and fostering international collaboration.