Latest in Tag: Tunisia Highlight
Latest in Tag: Tunisia

Egypt’s PM arrives in Tunisia to head TICAD 8
The summit will run in the Tunisian capital from 27 to 28 August

Egypt congratulates Tunisian government on accepting draft text of new constitution
The acceptance was based on the results of a country-wide referendum, which reflected the will of the Tunisian people and their aspiration to continue the progressive and prosperous track the country is on.

Egypt, Tunisia to strengthen regional, economic, technical development cooperation at 17th Joint Higher Committee
The Egyptian-Tunisian Joint Higher Committee falls under a government vision that emphasises win-win economic and technical cooperation between both countries in order to use regional trade integration as a tool to spur mutual economic benefits and investment opportunities.

Tunisia rejects Erdogan’s interference in its internal affairs, summons Ankara’s ambassador
In a statement, the ministry expressed “its extreme surprise at the statement made by the Turkish President regarding Tunisia.”

North Africa rivals Egypt, Tunisia face off in semi-final of FIFA Arab Cup
Al Ahly’s Sherif, Afsha expected to return to Egypt’s line-up for Tunisia clash

Egypt welcomes formation of new Tunisian government
Egypt has welcomed the formation of the new Tunisian government, headed by Najla Bouden, praising the sincere national efforts made by the Tunisian state to meet the aspirations of the brotherly Tunisian people towards prosperity. Egypt also expressed its confidence in the ability of the new Tunisian government to confront all the various challenges, within …

Tunisia closes borders with Libya due to COVID-19
Tunisia has witnessed a huge increase in the death toll from COVID-19 recently, which led to the emergence of large demonstrations against the government and parliament of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Ennahda Movement party.

Tunisia going through most challenging period since 2011: Constitutional Law Association chief
Kais Saied’s decisions are not ‘coup’, but the emergency state should end quickly, says Hamrouni

Egypt, Italy discuss developments in Libya, Tunisia
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry received, on Wednesday, a phone call from his Italian counterpart Luigi Di Maio, to discuss a number of regional issues, especially the developments in Libya and Tunisia. The Italian minister briefed Shoukry on the overall results of his recent visit to Libya and his meetings with various parties …

Shoukry delivers solidarity message to Tunisia amid political unrest
During their meeting, Shoukry expressed Egypt’s solidarity and support to President Saied’s efforts to achieve stability and development in the brotherly country.

Intensive talks in Tunisia to forge political consensus to address internal challenges
Demands in Tunisia to dissolve Muslim Brotherhood’s Ennahda Movement for being allegedly involved in financial, political corruption

Tunisia’s President activates emergency powers, orders month-long curfew
Country faces biggest political turmoil since 2011 Revolution

Egypt sends medical aid to Tunisia as part of COVID-19 response
Egypt sent earlier two trucks carrying more than 31 tonnes of medical supply to Tunisia

Egypt sends 31 tonnes of medical aid to Tunisia for COVID-19 response
The aid is being sent to support the latter’s health sector combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Egypt, Tunisia agree on Libya support, cooperation on African topics
‘Egypt’s national security is Tunisia’s national security, we will not accept compromise of Egyptian water security,’ says Tunisia’s President Qais Said

Egypt, Tunisia, Libya initiative on recovering looted funds approved by UNHRC
Resolution calls upon states that have safe havens for looted funds to return them unconditionally

Shoukry, Tunisian counterpart discuss bilateral relations, regional issues
Both stress need for continuing Arab efforts aimed at reaching settlement for Palestinian cause

President Al-Sisi phones Tunisian counterpart after ‘failed poison attempt’
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi telephoned his Tunisian counterpart Kais Saied, on Saturday, to wish him a return to good health, according to a statement by the Egyptian presidency.

Tunisian authorities detain 2 Egyptian fishing boats
Two Egyptian fishing boats have been detained by Tunisia after entering the latter’s territorial waters, according to Ambassador Amr Mahmoud Abbas, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Consular Affairs and Egyptians Abroad.

Egypt follows up on detention of 17 Egyptian fishermen in Tunisia
The Egyptian fishermen were caught fishing illegally southeast Tunisian island of Kerkennah. Tunisian Coast Guard Rapid Intervention arrested the fishermen

Egypt condemns Tunisia terrorist attack
One Tunisian National Guard officer killed, another injured in terrorist attack

One National Guard officer killed, another injured in Tunisia terrorist attack
Police killed three attackers, arrested one

Tunisia dismantles terrorist cell active in 3 provinces
Tunisia has started to witness terrorist acts since 2011, leaving dozens of security and military agents, civilians and foreign tourists killed

Tunisia investigates embassy attack to determine explosives’ composition
Two bombers used large amounts of explosives in attack: judiciary office

Zamalek head to Tunisia to face Esperance in CAF Champions League
Zamalek players travelled to Tunisia on a private plane, as the club’s board of directors wanted the players to be comfortable and avoid fatigue before the Friday game as they played strong matches recently.

Pharaohs crowned African handball champions in Tunisia
This achievement was the result of persistence and determination of the team from the very beginning. Moreover, the state, represented by Minister of Youth and Sports Ashraf Sobhy, stood behind different handball national teams, which led the Pharaohs to win the bronze medal in Men’s Junior World Handball Championship and the gold medal in Men’s U-19 World Handball Championship last year.

Egypt to play Tunisia for African Men’s Handball Championship title, Olympics qualification
Pharaohs target 7th African title and revenge of hosts Tunisia

Elias Fakhfakh tasked to form Tunisia’s new government
Tunisian parliament rejects Habib Al-Jamali’s proposed government early January

El-Leila El-Kebira puppet operetta participates in Tunisia’s 34th Festival Neapolis
The festival, which takes place on 15-22 December, hosts several puppet shows from across the world, and Egypt’s only representation comes through its popular show whose fame never faded.

‘Robocop’ Kais Saied appears to overwhelmingly win Tunisian presidential election
President Al-Sisi congratulates Saied for winning the election