Category: National

The Tunisian embassy in Ankara hosted a high-level event on Wednesday in Istanbul that promoted the North African nation as a premier destination for medical and wellness tourism and attempted to bolster economic cooperation with Turkey. It convened on the margins of the Arab-Turkish Economic Cooperation Forum. The meeting united Arab and Turkish entrepreneurs, private sector representatives, medical experts, and specialists. The delegation led by Tunisian Ambassador to Turkey Ahmed Ben Sghaier presented the country’s competitive advantages in the new industry. Ambassador Ben Sghaier was joined by high-level officials, including…

When Tunisians celebrate Evacuation Day, one name stands out — Bizerte, the coastal city that turned into an eternal symbol of sacrifice and courage in July 1961.It was there, on its narrow streets and beaches, that Tunisians faced one of the fiercest battles against the remnants of French colonial forces, writing with their blood the final chapter of Tunisia’s freedom. A City That Defied the Impossible Bizerte was not just a French military base; it was a symbol of lingering colonial control even after independence in 1956.When France refused to…

Guided by a landmark World Health Organization (WHO) framework, Tunisia is positioning itself at the forefront of a regional movement to shield public health from the escalating impacts of the climate crisis. The country’s proactive efforts, from finalizing a national health adaptation plan to leading global climate negotiations, signal a significant shift from policy planning to tangible action. The push is anchored by the WHO’s Regional Framework for Action on Climate Change, Health and Environment (2023-2029), endorsed in October 2023, which provides a roadmap for building climate-resilient health systems across…

The fifth Conference of Arab and Turkish University Presidents kicked off on Friday, October 10, 2025, in the Tunisian capital, Tunis. The event is organized by the University of Tunis El Manar, in collaboration with the Association of Arab Universities and the Eurasian Universities Union, bringing together more than 200 university presidents from across the Arab world and Turkey. The sessions will continue through Saturday. Professor Moez Chaker, President of the University of Tunis El Manar, explained that the conference aims to establish sustainable partnerships between universities through joint academic…

The Tunisian National Tourism Office (ONTT) has announced the organization of the Hot Air Balloon and Paragliding Festival, set to take place from October 24 to November 1, 2025, with events stretching from Djerba to Tunisia’s southern desert regions. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Mohamed Mehdi Heloui, Director-General of the ONTT, emphasized the event’s significant role in promoting Tunisian tourism, particularly in desert areas.He noted that this unique festival blends aviation and tourism into a new and innovative product that enriches Tunisia’s tourism offering and helps extend the…

In the heart of Qatar’s thriving innovation ecosystem, Stars of Science, a flagship program by the Qatar Foundation, continues to shine as a regional beacon for Arab ingenuity. Now in its 17th season, the show has evolved from being a science-based reality competition into a platform that shapes the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving across the Arab world. Among this year’s exceptional participants stands Mohamed Kahna, a young Tunisian innovator whose AI-powered invention is redefining precision in modern surgery. A Journey from Tunisia to the Global Stage At just 26 years old, Mohamed Kahna exemplifies the…