Day: September 26, 2025

The Sea at the Gates: Tunisia’s Silent Coastal Emergency

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Tunisia’s coastline, the very jewel of its tourism and a pillar of its economy, is under silent assault. The waves that lap its famous beaches are not just a source of beauty and recreation; they are now agents of a slow-motion crisis. As a recent World Bank report confirms, the country stands among the most affected in the world by marine erosion, a creeping threat that jeopardizes our natural heritage, our infrastructure, and our future. The numbers are stark and should serve as a wake-up call to the nation. With…

Dr. Al-Rabeeah: Saudi Arabia has supported refugees with over USD 1.2 billion through 457 humanitarian projects

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KSrelief Supervisor General Dr. Al-Rabeeah warns that humanitarian aid is insufficient without solving root causes, citing 123 million forcibly displaced worldwide.  In a stark address to the United Nations, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Rabeeah, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), called for urgent international action to tackle the record-breaking global displacement crisis, emphasizing that aid alone is a band-aid solution without addressing the conflicts that force people from their homes. Speaking on Wednesday during a panel discussion on the sidelines of the 80th UN…

Indian Embassy in Tunis to Host “Viksit Bharat Run 2025” to Celebrate Bilateral Ties

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The community run, scheduled for September 28, will promote the vision of a Developed India and feature a tree-planting ceremony as a symbol of green solidarity. The Embassy of India in Tunis will host a “Viksit Bharat Run 2025” on Sunday, September 28, 2025, an event designed to celebrate the strong friendship between India and Tunisia and the national vision of a Developed India. The 2.5-kilometer community run will commence at 10:00 hrs from the Embassy of India at 4 Rue Didon, Mutuelleville, and conclude at the entrance of the…

Cairo International Film Festival: Between Cultural Brilliance and Political Messages

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By Douha Essaafi: In a recent press meeting with Egyptian media, actor Hussein Fahmy, president of the Cairo International Film Festival, shed light on the upcoming 46th edition. He underlined that the festival stands as Egypt’s cultural face to the world and remains one of the most important cinematic events in the region and beyond. The encounter was not limited to organizational details; it was a candid reflection on the challenges and ambitions shaping this year’s edition. Hussein Fahmy is not only a celebrated Egyptian and Arab actor but also…

At Tunisia Communication Days, Experts Champion Human-AI Synergy as the Future of Marketing

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The pivotal role of data and the essential balance between human intuition and artificial intelligence dominated discussions at the Tunisia Communication Days event this Wednesday, September 24. Industry leaders converged to dissect how new technologies are reshaping consumer behavior and redefining marketing strategies. A central theme emerged: the most successful customer relationship management will no longer rely on either human or artificial intelligence alone, but on a powerful combination of both. Frédéric Fougerat, President of Tenkan France, articulated this vision, explaining that while human intelligence grasps customer emotions and motivations,…

Tunis Hosts African Development Bank Anti-Corruption Training to Fortify Project Integrity

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Photo credit AfDB – Opening ceremony speakers (from left): Bernice Savy (AfDB), Nadia Saadi-Matoussi (PIAC), Tarek Bouhlel (Ministry of Economy and Planning), Yahya Ceesay (PIAC), and Bouraoui Jaouadi (PIAC). Session equips Tunisian project managers with tools to combat fraud and promote transparency in development initiatives. In a move to strengthen governance in its funded projects, the African Development Bank (AfDB) convened a specialized training session in Tunis on September 16, 2025, for Tunisian project implementation units. The initiative, led by the Bank’s Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC), focused on equipping…

First Arab–Russian Summit in Moscow: Strategic Shift Towards Multidimensional Partnerships

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All eyes are turning to Moscow, where on October 15 the Russian capital will host the first-ever Arab–Russian Summit, following an invitation by President Vladimir Putin to Arab leaders and the Secretary-General of the Arab League. This summit carries exceptional weight, as it comes at a time of heightened geopolitical complexity. Russia seeks to expand its influence in the Middle East and North Africa, while the United States continues to deepen its presence, most recently through President Donald Trump’s tour of the Gulf that secured massive deals with Saudi Arabia…