Euroviews. Tunisia must break free from reliance on short-term economic fixes
Tunisian President Kaïs Saïed recently declared that central bank autonomy should not equate to independence from the state.
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Euroviews. Tunisia can still be a catalyst for global democratic reform
Tunisia, where I had the privilege to serve as the US ambassador during its revolution and the initial stages of its democratic transition, presents a unique opportunity for the United States and the European Union to demonstrate their commitment to democracy.
In stunning move, Tunisia snubs Brussels and refunds €60 million in EU aid
"The Commission has been informed that Tunisia returned the payment of 60 million euros," said Ana Pisonero, the Commission's spokesperson for enlargement and neighbourhood, without specifying a reason for the repayment.
Tragedy in the Mediterranean: Was the migrant boat disaster avoidable?
The tragedy comes weeks ahead of the Greek elections, in which a right-wing party is expected to win, and just days after the EU struck a deal on a new asylum pact to better share the burden on legal and illegal entries into the bloc.
Migrant crisis in the Mediterranean: From Tunisia to Italy, who are those fleeing to Europe?
Migrant arrivals by sea continue to soar in Italy, with almost 49,000 from January to May 2023. Most of those travelling across the central Mediterranean route come from sub-Saharan countries and are leaving from Tunisia.
Morocco Wins Africa Support In World Cup Clash With France
His country is in diplomatic crisis with Morocco, but that's not stopping Tunisian Wissam Sultani supporting the first ever Arab or African team to reach a football World Cup semi-final. "There's no politics on the pitch. Supporting an Arab country, whichever one, is a duty when it gets to this stage of a tournament," said Sultani, a 41-year-old greengrocer in Tunis, capital of the North African nation. "Football brings people together, but politics divides them." Morocco's "Lions of the Atlas", who beat Portugal on Saturday to reach the final four, will face former colonial power France on Wednesday.
Fans turn out to celebrate Tunisian trailblazer Ons Jabeur
While she ultimately succumbed in three sets to Elena Rybakina, her achievement at becoming the first Arab and African woman to reach a Grand Slam final has seen her popularity soar. The 27-year-old is visibly enjoying the affection she is getting from her fellow Tunisians. "Tunisians' love is more important than no matter which title.
Fans turn out to celebrate Tunisian trailblazer Jabeur
Ons Jabeur may have missed out on the Wimbledon title but the trailblazing Tunisian was accorded a champion's reception on Friday as a crowd of hundreds celebrated the country's sporting pioneer.
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