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Tunisia Advocates for an “Alliance for Humanity” at Key UN Forum in Riyadh

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 In a major address to the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Global Forum on Sunday, the foreign minister called for a profound evolution in global dialogue, shifting focus from civilizational exchange to a foundational “Alliance for Humanity.” Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, delivered Tunisia’s national statement during the general debate of the Forum’s 11th edition, held in the Saudi capital on December 14-15, 2025. Speaking under the theme “Two Decades of Dialogue for Humanity,” Minister Nafti framed the gathering as a pivotal…

New Initiative “CineMAD” to Bring Award-Winning Arab Festival Films to Mainstream Cinemas

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 MAD Solutions has launched CineMAD, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to bridge the gap between international festival acclaim and local audiences. The program will bring over 20 celebrated Arab films from the global festival circuit directly to commercial cinemas across the Middle East and North Africa. The announcement was made during the closing ceremony of the Cairo International Film Festival, preceding the screening of Kaouther Ben Hania’s The Voice of Hind Rajab. Scheduled to run for three months starting December 2025, CineMAD aims to transform how Arab indie and festival films reach the…

Islamic Development Bank Approves $1.36 Billion for Development Projects Across 12 Nations

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The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has unveiled a major new funding package, with its Board of Executive Directors approving approximately $1.365 billion for 14 development projects across 12 member countries. The approvals, decided during the 363rd Board meeting chaired by IsDB President H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, target critical sectors including renewable energy, transport corridors, water security, agriculture, health, and education. The financing is strategically aimed at bolstering economic resilience, improving essential services, and advancing progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “These significant approvals demonstrate the Bank’s steadfast support…

Anatolian Flavors Debut in Tunis with Culinary Diplomacy Event

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“Flavors of Anatolia”-themed Turkish Cuisine Days were held in Tunisia under the coordination of the Yunus Emre Institute, with the support of the Sheraton Hotel and Turkish Airlines, on December 12, 2025. (AA Photo) The rich tapestry of Turkish cuisine was presented in Tunis this week during the “Flavors of Anatolia” Turkish Cuisine Days, an event underscoring the role of culinary culture in international diplomacy. Organized under the coordination of the Yunus Emre Institute with support from the Sheraton Hotel and Turkish Airlines, the multi-day festival introduced guests to specialties…

Red Sea Film Festival Cements Global Stature with Record Fifth Edition Under Baltyour’s Stewardship

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 The fifth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) has decisively affirmed its place among the world’s essential cinematic events, organizers announced following its conclusion. Under the leadership of CEO Faisal Baltyour, the festival not only showcased glamour and stars but also demonstrated significant industry growth, marking what analysts are calling a defining milestone in its ascent on the international stage. This year’s program successfully merged artistic celebration with robust market mechanics. From vibrant audience engagements at diverse screenings to a bustling industry Souk and inclusive family-friendly spaces,…

Carthage Film Festival Kicks Off 36th Edition with Star-Studded Tribute and Focus on Palestinian Cinema

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The 36th Carthage Film Festival (JCC) launched under the spotlight on Saturday evening at the Opera Theatre of the City of Culture, inaugurating a week-long celebration of Arab and African cinema set to run until December 20. The opening ceremony drew a significant gathering of film professionals from across Tunisia, the Arab world, Africa, and beyond, with attendees also arriving from Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The evening was marked by poignant homages. A special tribute to Lebanese cultural icon Ziad Rahbani featured a clip from Farouk Beloufa’s Nahla, followed by…

Florida Board Unanimously Approves Moez Limayem as Next USF President

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The Florida Board of Governors unanimously confirmed Moez Limayem Friday as the ninth president of the University of South Florida, approving a compensation package that could exceed $1.8 million annually and placing him at the helm during a period of significant political transition for the state’s public universities. Limayem, the current president of the University of North Florida, will succeed retiring USF President Rhea Law. His appointment marks a departure from a recent trend of political appointments to Florida’s university leadership, as he is one of the few nonpolitical figures…

Tunisia Showcases Aerospace Ambitions at Prestigious European Forum

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Tunisia mounted a targeted campaign at the prestigious Hamburg Aviation Forum this week, aiming to solidify its reputation as a rising industrial and technological hub within the global aerospace sector. The Tunisian delegation used the major European event, which drew over a thousand international professionals, as a strategic platform to promote its capabilities directly to key industry decision-makers. The central objective: to attract fresh investment and secure a more integral role in worldwide aerospace supply chains. Organized around themes of resilience, digitalization, and sustainability, the forum provided a critical backdrop.…

Tunisia-Algeria Economic Ties Deepen, Leaders Push for Greater Integration

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Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb positioned the ongoing Tunisian-Algerian Economic Forum as a critical checkpoint to accelerate bilateral cooperation, citing robust trade growth but urging even closer economic integration to meet ambitious shared goals. Speaking at the forum, which precedes the 23rd session of the High Joint Commission on Friday, Ghrieb stated the event is an opportunity to “assess the progress” since the last high-level meeting in Algiers in July 2023 and to explore “significant and diverse partnership opportunities” for business communities. “The level of cooperation between the two countries…

Tunisia Vows Business Reform Push to Unlock Investment and Growth

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The Tunisian government is pressing ahead with reforms to overhaul the business climate and dismantle hurdles for investors, declaring the private sector the essential engine for prosperity. The commitment was made by Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh, speaking at the opening of the 39th Business Days forum in Sousse on Friday. “Enterprises are the driver of growth and national wealth,” Abdelhafidh stated, addressing an audience of business leaders, young entrepreneurs, and investors at the event organized by the Institute of Arab Business Leaders. This year’s forum is themed…