Category: National

Knowledge Diplomacy Strengthens the Strategic Partnership with Tunisia

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Every year on October 26, the Sultanate of Oman celebrates Omani Youth Day, a national occasion that reflects the country’s ongoing efforts to empower young people as key partners in shaping the future and achieving the goals of Oman Vision 2040 through innovative programs and initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, and digital media. In this context, a delegation from the Omani Journalists Association visited the Republic of Tunisia from October 12 to 18 to participate in a specialized training course on digital and mobile journalism. The program aimed to develop the…

Testour Readies for Ninth Annual Pomegranate Festival

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The town in northwest Tunisia aims to blend cultural heritage with economic ambition, using the event to push for a coveted protected origin label. The town of Testour in the Béja governorate will host the 9th edition of its annual Pomegranate Festival from October 29 to November 2, 2025, organizers have announced. The five-day event is a cornerstone of the regional calendar, drawing farmers, researchers, artisans, and tourists to celebrate the area’s iconic fruit. The festival is designed to showcase the agricultural, cultural, and gastronomic riches of the pomegranate. A…

Tragic Shipwreck Off Tunisia Leaves 40 Migrants Dead, Including Infants

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A boat carrying approximately 70 irregular migrants sank off the Tunisian coast early Wednesday, in a tragic incident that resulted in the deaths of 40 people, including infants, judicial sources confirmed. According to Walid Shatbari, spokesperson for the Mahdia Court, 30 other individuals were rescued after the iron vessel, which was carrying migrants from sub-Saharan African countries aiming to reach Europe, foundered. In the wake of the disaster, the public prosecutor’s office in Mahdia has launched a criminal investigation. The probe is focusing on suspicions that an organized smuggling network…

Doha hosts 6th session of Islamic Conference of Labour Ministers

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Forging a Future of Work in the Islamic World The grand halls of the conference were filled with the formal language of diplomacy, but in the quieter moments and exclusive discussions, a more urgent story unfolded. On the sidelines of the 6th Conference of Labour Ministers from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the real work was happening in handshakes and hopeful conversations about the futures of millions of young people. The high-level gathering, hosted by Qatar, brought together over 50 nations, but for ministers like Tunisia’s Riyadh Chaoued, the…

Tunisian neurologist elected first Arab and African Vice-President of World Federation of Neurology

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Dr. Riadh Gouider, one of Tunis’ most well-known neurologists, has been elected First Vice-President of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) at the World Congress of Neurology in Seoul from October 12 to 15. His election, which he secured against an Australian opposition, is a historical feat for Africa and the Arab world since he becomes the first Arab neurologist from the region to be elected to such a position. The appointment is a testament to his unparalleled scientific achievements, leadership, and unstinting commitment to the advancement of neurological science…

Nabeul Celebrates Tunisia’s Fiery Heritage: The Harissa Festival Honors a National Symbol

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Tunisian harissa stands as one of the most emblematic symbols of the country’s culinary identity. It is a staple on nearly every Tunisian table—whether in humble family kitchens or at grand celebrations. More than just a spicy chili paste, harissa is deeply rooted in Tunisia’s gastronomic and social heritage, reflecting the country’s diversity, creativity, and distinctive local taste. Traditionally prepared from sun-dried red chili peppers ground and mixed with olive oil, garlic, and local spices, harissa offers a unique flavor that combines heat with the natural aroma of its ingredients.…

Tunisia Courts Turkish Market to Boost Medical and Wellness Tourism

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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…

From Tunisia: Oman’s Message on Women’s Empowerment

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Dr. Hilal bin Abdullah Al-Sanani, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Republic of Tunisia, delivered a statement on the occasion of the participation of an Omani delegation representing the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health, and the Oman College of Health Sciences in the 6th Arab Alliance Conference on Adolescent Health and Medicine, held in Tunis from October 13 to 15, 2025, under the theme “From Challenges to Solutions: A Comprehensive Approach to Adolescent Well-being.” He affirmed that Oman’s participation in the conference underscores the Sultanate’s steadfast…

Bizerte… The City That Liberated the Nation

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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…

Tunisia Emerges as Regional Leader in Drive for Climate-Resilient Health Systems

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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…