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Tunisia’s Civil Protection reported 534 interventions in a single day between August 24 and 25, including 113 firefighting operations, 141 road rescues, and seven beach interventions. Since June 1, teams have carried out more than 52,000 operations nationwide — an average of 24 per hour — as summer brought a surge in forest fires and road accidents. This year, 134 fires destroyed 2,194 hectares of land, compared to 314 hectares over the same period in 2024. To contain the flames, authorities deployed 16 seasonal centers in high-risk forest regions, securing…

The relationship between Tunisia and China is a story of enduring friendship, mutual respect, and a vision for shared progress. The two countries established formal diplomatic ties in January 1964, but their connection goes back even further. In 1955, during the Bandung Conference, Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai openly supported Tunisia’s struggle for independence, sending a strong signal of solidarity to a nation still fighting for self-determination. This early support laid the foundation for what would become a remarkable journey of cooperation. Over the decades, relations between the two nations grew…

As the United States prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of its independence in 2026, the U.S. government–funded Fulbright Specialist Program will provide Tunisian institutions with a unique opportunity to host distinguished American academics and professionals. The initiative aims to foster collaboration and strengthen expertise in fields that reflect the spirit and core values of the United States. Eligible applicants include universities and higher education institutions, government ministries and agencies, courts and parliamentary bodies, cultural organizations such as museums and conservatories, as well as non-governmental organizations, including think tanks. The…

Tunisia has reaffirmed its commitment to regional health security by taking part in a cross-border simulation exercise on migrant health, held in Cairo from 18 to 20 August. The event, organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), brought together officials from Egypt, Libya, Sudan and Tunisia. As a key country on North Africa’s migratory routes, Tunisia faces public health challenges linked to the movement of displaced populations, including overcrowding, poor sanitation and limited access to care. Tunisian delegates, alongside their regional counterparts, worked…