Controversial Blasphemy Law, Sexuality in Pop Culture and the Pakistani Queer Scene, Features in New Publication Launched by low key/slate Publications
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London, United Kingdom, February 15, 2011 --( The Missing Slate is an internationally based art and literary journal that aims to encourage freedom of creative expression, transparency and thought in Pakistan.Feature articles on the Blasphemy Law and Pop Cultures growing influence on sexuality underscore the importance of informed public discussion of these issues in a suffocating democracy."We chose February 14, Valentines Day, as our publication date because we wanted to send out a message of love and tolerance to and for Pakistanis", Ms Piracha and Mr Tarique stated jointly.The magazines first issue generated buzz among the fashionistas and literati of the country, with Hadiqa Kiyani and Tariq Amin included in its praising readership."We chose February 14, Valentines Day, as our publication date because we wanted to send out a message of love and tolerance to and for Pakistanis", Ms Piracha and Mr Tarique stated jointly.