Author: BGMN

Tunisia Pushes Digital Governance with Launch of Tartib 2.0

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The Tunisian Ministry of Economy and Planning has unveiled Tartib 2.0, a digital application that will become mandatory in 2026 for evaluating and selecting public investment projects for the state budget. The platform uses a multi-criteria scoring system to assess projects based on economic, social, environmental, and cross-cutting impacts, aiming to ensure transparency and efficiency in public spending. The launch is part of Tunisia’s wider digital transformation strategy, Digital Tunisia 2025, which seeks to modernize public administration, strengthen digital infrastructure, and boost investor confidence. Despite past setbacks caused by bureaucracy…

Paris to Host International Symposium Honoring Emirati Poet Sultan Bin Ali Al Owais

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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, UNESCO will host a major international symposium celebrating the centennial of Emirati poet Sultan Bin Ali Al Owais (1925–2025). Entitled “Sultan Al Owais… A Journey of Poetry, A Journey of Giving”, the event will take place on September 11–12, 2025, at UNESCO headquarters in Paris. Organized by the Sultan Bin Ali Al Owais Cultural Foundation in cooperation with UNESCO, the two-day gathering will bring together leading scholars, poets, and orientalists…

Scientists Launch CryoSCOPE Project to Unlock Secrets of Melting Glaciers

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As glaciers melt at unprecedented rates, threatening global water security and climate stability, scientists from Europe and India have joined forces under a new initiative—CryoSCOPE. Launched in Helsinki, the project aims to advance understanding of how snow, ice, air, and water interact, and how their rapid changes shape climate and ecosystems. Glaciers are losing an average of 267 gigatons of ice annually—double the pace of two decades ago—raising concerns over rising seas, disrupted water cycles, and dangerous tipping points. By combining field research in the Alps, Arctic, and Himalayas with…

Adam Ignites Carthage Festival Stage with a Storm of Emotion and Nostalgia

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The Carthage International Festival witnessed an unforgettable evening on August 18, 2025, as Lebanese artist Adam took the stage in a performance brimming with passion, nostalgia, and raw emotion. Before a packed amphitheater, Adam delivered a repertoire of his most beloved hits, including “Kheles Edamaa,” “Hatha Ana,” and “Kifak Ent.” He also paid tribute to the golden era of Tarab with renditions of Dhekra’s “El Asami,” Mayada El Hennawy’s “Ana Baachaak,” and George Wassouf’s “Helef Al Amar.” From the first note, the audience responded with thunderous applause, often joining in…

Thalathoun” at Carthage Festival: A Posthumous Tribute to Fadhel Jaziri

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The Carthage International Festival paid tribute to the late filmmaker and theater pioneer Fadhel Jaziri with a special screening of his celebrated film Thalathoun on August 17. The evening, filled with emotion, brought together audiences and cultural figures to honor the legacy of an artist who left a profound mark on Tunisia’s cultural history. Released in 2008 and later presented at the Carthage Film Days in 2010, Thalathoun takes its title from the 1930s, a turbulent decade in Tunisia’s modern history. Co-written with Aroussia Nalouti, the black-and-white feature combines archival…

UN Human Rights Ruling Puts Qatar and France Under Scrutiny

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French-Algerian consultant Tayeb Benabderrahmane—dubbed “the mosquito” by Libération for repeatedly stinging Qatar with revelations—has scored a major point in his legal battle. The UN Human Rights Council issued an opinion condemning Qatar’s treatment of him, a decision his lawyers say exposes both Doha’s violations of international law and France’s failure to protect its citizen. Benabderrahmane claims he was arbitrarily detained and subjected to inhumane treatment in Qatar, while French authorities refused to intervene or assist him in seeking justice. His legal team—lawyers Ramaël, Ruiz and Vidal—hailed the UN ruling as…

Mai Farouk Pays Glorious Tribute to Umm Kulthum at Carthage Festival

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The Carthage International Festival lit up last night as Egyptian singer Mai Farouk delivered a stirring tribute to Umm Kulthum, marking the 50th anniversary of the legendary diva’s passing. Held on the historic stage of the Roman theater, the concert drew a capacity audience, uniting generations in a shared celebration of Arab musical heritage. From the opening note, Farouk’s commanding voice and elegant stage presence evoked the spirit of Umm Kulthum while offering her own artistic interpretation. The audience, both young and old, responded with admiration and emotion, transforming the…

Ithra Short Play Competition Marks Five Years of Celebrating Theatrical Talent

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The Ithra Short Play Competition has cemented its place as a launchpad for local and Arab theater talent, offering a platform where emerging artists can showcase their creativity before a panel of seasoned judges and a passionate audience. Its mission is clear: to foster a culture that values theater and to nurture works capable of standing on the international stage. The Winners This year’s edition concluded with several standout productions taking top honors. “Speak So I May See You” was named Best Play and also won Best Script Adaptation. Adnan…

Tunisia’s Economy Expands 3.2% in Q2 2025 on Agriculture and Manufacturing Growth

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Tunisia’s economy posted a 3.2 percent year-on-year growth in the second quarter of 2025, fueled by strong performances in agriculture and manufacturing, the National Institute of Statistics (INS) reported on Friday. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reached 24.8 billion Tunisian dinars (around USD 8.6 billion) during the quarter, while the total GDP for 2024 stood at 96.5 billion dinars, according to the INS’s quarterly figures. Agriculture led the surge with a 9.8 percent increase, followed by a 3.9 percent rise in manufacturing. Domestic demand grew 3.3 percent, while services expanded by…

Tunisia–China Trade Hits 9.2 Billion Dinars, with Untapped Export Potential

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Former Chinese diplomat Wu Sisco has highlighted both the achievements and the untapped opportunities in Tunisia–China relations, particularly in tourism and trade. Speaking at the conference “The Sino-Tunisian Cooperation Forum Deepens the Foundations of Comprehensive Strategic Relations between China and the Arab World in the New Era”, Wu told the Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) news agency that the two countries share common positions on many regional and international issues — a strong basis, he said, for expanding bilateral ties. According to CEPEX data, trade between Tunisia and China reached around…