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Tunisia, Algeria sign 27 bilateral agreements

In the presence of Tunisian President Kais Saied and his Algerian counterpart Abdelmadjid Tebboune, 27 bilateral agreements were signed during a ceremony held at the palace of Carthage in Tunis…reports Asian Lite News

“These partnership agreements concern a wide range of areas, including justice, public institutions, communication, media, industry and SMEs, environment, foreign trade, culture, religious affairs, energy, vocational training, fishing, employment, childhood, the elderly, youth, sports, education and health,” said a statement released by the Tunisian presidency on Wednesday.

Tunisia, Algeria sign 27 bilateral agreements

During a joint press conference, the Tunisian and Algerian Presidents indicated the convergence of respective visions on a number of regional and international issues, including the Libyan file, Xinhua news agency reported.

The situation in Libya “cannot be stable unless the solution stems from the Libyan people,” Saied said.

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For his part, the Algerian President indicated that his position coincided with his Tunisian counterpart, and on the other hand he expressed his hope that Libya would get rid of mercenaries and all foreign forces so that harmony could return among various factions.

Tebboune on Wednesday made a two-day official visit to Tunisia and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties.

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Tunisia imposes new Covid-19 measures for arrivals from abroad

The Tunisian Ministry of Health has announced new measures for arrivals from abroad to prevent the spread of the new variant of Covid-19 Omicron in the country…reports Asian Lite News

All arrivals must present a certificate of completion of the vaccination or a vaccination pass. This decision involves all non-resident passengers over the age of 18 years, said the Ministry in a statement.

Tunisia imposes new Covid-19 measures for arrivals from abroad

Arrivals over six years old must present a negative PCR test result within 48 hours before take-off, Xinhua news agency reported.

The Tunisian Health authorities have also imposed a 10-day confinement in one of the designated centers for Tunisians as well as foreigners residing in Tunisia who have not yet completed their vaccination.

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All arrivals must immediately carry out a rapid test to detect Covid-19.

According to the latest figures released by the Ministry on Saturday, 175 new Covid-19 cases were reported, raising the tally in the north African country to 717,163.

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Over 5mn Tunisians fully vaccinated against Covid-19

A total of 5,014,437 Tunisians have been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 since the start of the national vaccination campaign on March 13, the Tunisian Health Ministry announced…reports Asian Lite News

The number of people registered on the country’s electronic vaccination platform Evax amounted to 6,994,088 on Wednesday.

Over 5mn Tunisians fully vaccinated against Covid-19

According to the latest figures released by the ministry on Tuesday evening, 145 new Covid-19 cases were reported, raising the tally in the North African country to 716,609, Xinhua news agency reported.

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The death toll from the virus rose by five to 25,354 in Tunisia, while the total number of recoveries reached 690,226, the ministry said.

A total of 3,151,570 lab tests have been carried out in Tunisia so far, it said.

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Tunisia foils nine illegal immigration attempts

Tunisia has foiled nine illegal immigration attempts to cross the Mediterranean to the Italian coast…reports Asian Lite News

According to the media agency, the Tunisian Maritime Guard rescued 223 immigrants of different African nationalities, including 111 Tunisians, Xinhua news agency reported.

Tunisia foils nine illegal immigration attempts

Thousands of illegal immigrants attempt to cross the Mediterranean every year as Tunisia is one of the main points of access to Europe through irregular channels.

ALSO READ: Tunisian President eyes early end of exceptional measures

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Tunisia foils 9 illegal immigration attempts

Tunisia has foiled nine illegal immigration attempts to cross the Mediterranean to the Italian coast…reports Asian Lite News

According to the media agency, the Tunisian Maritime Guard rescued 223 immigrants of different African nationalities, including 111 Tunisians, Xinhua news agency reported.

Tunisia foils 9 illegal immigration attempts

Thousands of illegal immigrants attempt to cross the Mediterranean every year as Tunisia is one of the main points of access to Europe through irregular channels.

ALSO READ: Tunisian President eyes early end of exceptional measures

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Tunisian President eyes early end of exceptional measures

Tunisian President Kais Saied has said he intended to speed up the end of the exceptional measures announced on July 25…reports Asian Lite News

“These exceptional measures were decided in an attempt to rescue the country and our people,” Saied said on Thursday in a video broadcast.

Tunisian President eyes early end of exceptional measures

In his speech to the Ministerial Council, Saied insisted on his will and determination to “guarantee the rights and freedom of all citizens, in accordance with the constitution.”

“Tunisia has entered a new phase that requires new approaches and visions in order to manage public affairs,” he added.

ALSO READ: Tunisian Prez calls for cooperation between UN, African Union

On July 25, the Tunisian President announced that he had removed Hichem Mechichi from the post of Prime Minister and suspended all activities of the Assembly of People’s Representatives, or the Parliament. On September 29, he appointed Najla Bouden as the Prime Minister, Xinhua news agency reported.

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Tunisian Prez calls for cooperation between UN, African Union

Tunisian President Kais Saied called for solid cooperation between the United Nations and African Union…reports Asian Lite News

Tunisian President Kais Saied called for solid cooperation between the United Nations (UN) and various regional organizations, particularly the African Union (AU), according to a statement released on Thuesday by the presidency.

“Developing such cooperation is a strategic priority and an effective tool to deal with key challenges facing peace and security throughout the African continent,” Saied said.

Tunisian Prez calls for cooperation between UN, African Union

Saied made the remark during a high-level virtual debate organised by the Security Council on cooperation between the UN, regional and subregional organizations and the African Union, on the topic “Renewing solidarity to successfully deliver peace and security in a changing conflict environment,” Xinhua news agency reported.

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He stressed the need to “provide adequate support for peacekeeping operations implemented by the AU under the auspices of the UN Security Council”.

The priority is to double efforts to meet the common aspirations of all peoples for security, peace and well-being, Saied added.

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Tunisian FM and German minister discuss strategic partnership

Tunisian Foreign Minister Othman Jerandi met visiting German Minister of State to discuss strategic partnership between the two countries…reports Asian Lite News

Tunisian Foreign Minister Othman Jerandi met visiting German Minister of State at the Federal Foreign Office Niels Annen to discuss strategic partnership between the two countries, according to the Foreign Ministry.

Tunisian FM and German minister discuss strategic partnership

The Tunisian-German strategic partnership “is witnessing continuous development that reflects the importance the two countries attach to bilateral relations,” said a ministry statement on Tuesday.

On the evolution of the political situation in Tunisia, Jerandi stressed the dynamism launched by the formation of the new government, and determination of the Tunisian leadership to achieve the goals of the exceptional measures adopted by President Kais Saied on July 25 that “came to correct the democratic process in Tunisia in a manner that meets the aspirations of the Tunisian people for development and prosperity,” Xinhua news agency reported.

ALSO READ: New Tunisian PM announces line-up of Govt

For his part, Annen praised the current high level bilateral relations in various fields, highlighting his country’s continuous desire to further strengthen and push them toward wider horizons.

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New Tunisian PM announces line-up of Govt

New Tunisian Prime Minister Najla Bouden Romdhane announced on the lineup of her government, said the country’s Presidency…reports Asian Lite News

Bouden and members of her cabinet took the oath in front of President Kais Saied during a ceremony held on Monday at the Carthage Palace, reports Xinhua news agency.

The new cabinet is composed of 24 ministers, including eight women, and one secretary of state.

New Tunisian PM announces line-up of Govt

In her speech, Bouden said her goal is “to restore confidence and hope, and ensure economic and health security for the citizens”.

“One of the most important goals is to combat corruption,” she noted.

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On September 29, Saied appointed Bouden as prime minister after removing Hichem Mechichi from the post and suspended all activities of the Assembly of the People’s Representatives, or the parliament, on July 25.

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UAE sends medical supplies to Tunisia

Last July, the UAE sent 500,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to Tunisia….reports Asian Lite News

The UAE dispatched two cargo planes, which arrived in Tunisia on Wednesday, carrying 47 metric tonnes of medical supplies, including a number of respirators and oxygen cylinders, in support of Tunisia’s drive to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rashid Mohammed Al Mansouri, UAE Ambassador to Tunisia, said that the UAE is closely monitoring the health situation in Tunisia, noting that this step is a continuation of the UAE’s efforts to provide support to Tunisia to aid in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

He added that this initiative is the fruit of ongoing communication between His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Kais Saied, President of Tunisia, noting that the UAE will continue to monitor worldwide health developments to advance its efforts to support other nations.

Last July, the UAE sent 500,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to Tunisia, and in November 2020, it sent approximately 11 metric tonnes of medical supplies and equipment at a time when the worldwide number of COVID-related cases was rapidly rising due to a lack of medical supplies around the world.

To date, the UAE has provided over 2,200 metric tonnes of medical supplies to more than 135 countries, demonstrating once again its solidarity with other nations in line with the UAE leadership’s vision.

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