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APNS hosts special event on print media advertising at Frere Hall; Mayor Karachi attends as Chief Guest

The Financial Daily Desk

Published Nov 16, 2026 · 04:25 PKT · 1 min read

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The All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) hosted a special event on print media advertising at Frere Hall, with Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab as Chief Guest.
A special exhibition of iconic historic newspaper advertisements was displayed along Frere Hall walls, which Mayor Murtaza Wahab toured and lauded for its history, craftsmanship and creative standards.
APNS President Senator Sarmad Ali in a welcome address highlighted print media's credibility and urged safeguarding human creativity and quality copywriting amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence.
Mayor Wahab said KMC revitalized Frere and Khaliq Dina Halls and pledged support to resolve print media issues and collaborate on a week-long student exhibition in December.
Secretary General APNS A Kazi of Kawish Media Group thanked all distinguished guests, followed by refreshments served in their honor.

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KARACHI: The All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) organized a special event focusing on the legacy and future of print media advertising at the historic Frere Hall, where Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab participated as the Chief Guest.

During the event, a special exhibition showcasing iconic and historic newspaper advertisements from the past was displayed along the walls of Frere Hall. Mayor Murtaza Wahab took a detailed tour of the exhibition and lauded the rich history, craftsmanship, and creative standards of print media.

Earlier, President APNS Senator Sarmad Ali delivered the welcome address, highlighting the enduring credibility of print media and emphasizing the need to safeguard original human creativity and quality copywriting in the advertising industry amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI).

Addressing the gathering, Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab stated that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has revitalized several historic and public landmarks across the city-including Frere Hall and Khaliq Dina Hall-to provide vibrant spaces for youth, students, and creative institutions to host educational and cultural activities. He assured the gathering of his and KMC's full support in resolving issues faced by the print media industry, as well as collaborating on a proposed week-long student exhibition during the December winter vacations to inspire creative thinking among the younger generation.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, Secretary General APNS A Kazi of kawish media group thanked all the distinguished guests for their participation, followed by refreshments served in honor of the attendees.