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UAE Ambassador to Tunisia Iman Al Salami Receives Tunisian Girls Bissan and Bilsan, Winners of the Arab Reading Challenge

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Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Tunisia Iman Al Salami received today the two Tunisian girls Bissan and Bilsan, winners of the Arab Reading Challenge held in the UAE in mid-October. The competition brought together outstanding students from across the Arab world in celebration of the culture of reading and knowledge. During the reception at the UAE Embassy in Tunis, the ambassador warmly congratulated the young winners and presented them with certificates of recognition. She praised their passion for reading and dedication to learning, noting that the award reflects…

“Red Sea International Film Festival Unveils 40 Projects for Its 2025 Project Market”

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The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced the selection of forty film and television projects for its 2025 Project Market, reinforcing its role as a leading platform for discovering talent and supporting co-productions from the Arab world, Asia, and Africa. This year’s lineup showcases a remarkable diversity of narrative styles and creative visions, with female filmmakers representing over forty-two percent of the selected projects. The program includes twenty-four projects currently in development or production, eight feature films in post-production, and eight drama series under development through the festival’s Series…

Tunisia Hosts Global Economic Forum to Forge Strategies Amidst Fracturing World Order

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As nations grapple with geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and climate pressures, a major international conference in Tunisia has convened to map a path toward economic resilience. The Laboratory of International Economic Integration (LIEI) at the University of Tunis El Manar gathered leading economists, policymakers, and global experts to address one of the most pressing issues of our time: “Fragmentation, De-Globalization, and Economic Resilience: What Strategies in the Face of Multi-Crises?” The two-day forum, held in Hammamet and supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom, Savoirs Eco, and the…

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…

Tunisian Startup Bako Motors Charges Africa’s EV Future with the Sun

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As the continent’s electric vehicle market accelerates, one innovator is harnessing solar power to create a more accessible and sustainable driving solution.  Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) market is shifting into high gear, with projections from Mordor Intelligence indicating it could reach a value of $4.2 billion by 2030, more than double its current size. Yet, a central challenge remains: the electricity charging these vehicles often comes from a grid powered by fossil fuels. Enter Bako Motors, a Tunisian startup steering the trend in a new direction. Founded in 2021, the…

Dubai Summit Champions Women’s Empowerment, Announces 2026 Conference

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Under the patronage of Sheikha Dr. Afra bint Hishr Al Maktoum, the event merged two major platforms to celebrate women’s achievements and discuss their role in sustainability and national identity. The third International Conference “Emirati Women Know No Impossible” and the second Global Forum “The Voice of Women” concluded in Dubai, culminating in the announcement of a fourth conference planned for 2026. The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Dr. Afra bint Hishr Al Maktoum. The conference, founded and chaired by Counselor…