The Tunisian Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training and the European Union Delegation in Tunisia are organizing the first Information and Orientation Forum on the Tunisia-EU Partnership for Talent on November 11, 2026, in Tunis. This event aims to promote, connect, and amplify initiatives for skills development, employment, and legal mobility. It follows the fourth High-Level Roundtable on the topic held on November 10, which discussed progress, challenges, and common priorities.
The Partnership for Talent, launched in 2023, is a cooperation framework between Tunisia and the EU that seeks to align skills development with labor market needs and professional mobility opportunities. The partnership aims to enhance employability and professional prospects in Tunisia while developing legal mobility pathways to the EU in identified priority sectors. This initiative has already shown tangible results, with over 6,000 mobility opportunities in development with EU financing.
The forum will provide a platform for young people, job seekers, learners, and businesses to learn about opportunities, discover available programs, and understand possible pathways. The event will feature information stands, thematic discussions, and practical demonstrations, allowing participants to meet relevant stakeholders and learn about access conditions and available services. This event is part of the partnership's efforts to consolidate progress and accelerate concrete solutions for young people, businesses, and labor markets.
Since the partnership's launch, Tunisia and the EU have made significant progress in bridging the gap between labor supply and demand, developing skills, and structuring legal professional mobility pathways. The partnership has also contributed to the sustainable development of Tunisia's employment and skills ecosystem. Investments have been made in national capacities, including the modernization and digitalization of the National Employment and Independent Work Agency and the Tunisian Vocational Training Agency.
The partnership's efforts focus on a demand-driven approach, complementarity with national programs, and the central role of the private sector. A collective reflection will be conducted on scaling up the partnership to achieve ambitious objectives outlined in the joint roadmap. The partnership aims to develop a skills-based approach, including the digitization of the Tunisian Reference Framework for Skills and its alignment with the European ESCO classification.
The Tunisia-EU Partnership for Talent demonstrates a shared conviction that investing in skills is essential for the economic and human future of both Mediterranean regions. The partnership's progress and future plans will be discussed during the forum, highlighting the importance of continued cooperation and investment in skills development, employment, and legal mobility.
Key stakeholders, including government officials, private sector representatives, and international organizations, are expected to attend the forum. The event will provide a valuable opportunity for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring new opportunities for cooperation. The partnership's success will depend on the continued engagement and commitment of all stakeholders involved.
Key points
- The partnership aims to enhance employability and professional prospects in Tunisia while developing legal mobility pathways to the EU.
- Over 6,000 mobility opportunities are in development with EU financing.
- The partnership contributes to the sustainable development of Tunisia's employment and skills ecosystem.
