Day: October 29, 2025

Turkey’s Embassy in Tunis Celebrates National Day with Distinguished Diplomatic and Cultural Gathering

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The Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Tunisia celebrated its National Day this evening in a vibrant ceremony held in the capital, attended by a large number of ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, and prominent political, cultural, and media figures. The celebration opened with a short documentary film prepared by the embassy, showcasing Turkey’s comprehensive development across various sectors, as well as the depth and history of Tunisian–Turkish relations and their most significant milestones of cooperation. In his address, Turkey’s Ambassador to Tunisia, Mr. Ahmet Misbah Demircan, expressed…

Egypt’s Ambassador to Tunisia Discusses Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation with Minister of Interior

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Minister of Interior Khaled Ennouri met Ambassador Bassem Hassan, Egypt’s Ambassador to Tunisia. the meeting underscored the deep and longstanding cooperation between the two countries. Both sides voiced appreciation for the fruitful coordination in the security field, including the regular convening of the Joint Security Committee and the ongoing communication between the leadership of the two Interior Ministries and security agencies in both nations. The talk also focused on ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in addressing growing common challenges—particularly in the areas of combating terrorism, transnational organized crime, irregular migration,…

Doha Film Festival Announces Jury Members for the International Feature Film Competition

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The Doha Film Festival, presented by the Doha Film Institute, has announced the distinguished members of the jury for its International Feature Film Competition, comprising five celebrated figures in global cinema. Heading the jury is acclaimed Cambodian filmmaker and Academy Award nominee Rithy Panh, joined by Tunisian filmmaker and screenwriter Raja Amari, Moroccan director and actor Faouzi Bensaïdi, renowned Tunisian actor Dhafer L’Abidine, and Alessandra Speciale, founder and curator of the Final Cut program at the Venice International Film Festival. The International Feature Film Competition underscores the festival’s commitment to supporting bold cinematic voices and fostering creative…

Tunisia Emerges as a North African Tech Powerhouse

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Often labeled as merely “stable” or “developed,” Tunisia is shattering expectations and forging a dynamic identity as a leading tech ecosystem in Africa. Compact yet powerful, the nation is leveraging international capital corridors, mature policies, and competitive infrastructure to rival the continent’s major startup hubs. This rise is built on a foundation of strategic advantages: one of Africa’s most startup-friendly political environments and a deep pool of engineering talent, making it a magnet for capital-efficient innovation. A Pioneer in Startup Policy Tunisia cemented its commitment early, launching Africa’s first startup…

Franco-Arab Film Festival Spotlights Resistance and Revolution

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The Franco-Arab Film Festival (FFFA), opening November 7, once again turns its lens on the compelling and often turbulent narratives of the Arab world. This year’s edition offers a cinematic journey through Tunisia, Palestine, Sudan, and Egypt, using film as a window into revolutions, resistance, and the quest for identity. The festival opens with a focus on Iraq, presenting the bittersweet fable “The President’s Cake,” before shifting its primary focus to the vibrant cinema of Tunisia. “We chose Tunisia this year because its cinema—particularly documentary—has always been very alive, and…