Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti has emphasized the importance of cooperation and solidarity in overcoming global challenges at the 3rd African-Russian Summit in Moscow. He highlighted Tunisia's commitment to the United Nations and its role in maintaining international peace and security. Nafti also called for reform of the international system, citing the need for a comprehensive review of the global peace, security, and development architecture.
During the ministerial meeting with Russian Foreign Minister and African foreign ministers, Nafti expressed Tunisia's openness to partnerships with the African continent. He stressed Tunisia's commitment to supporting genuine initiatives that establish new cooperation frameworks based on mutual respect and constructive dialogue. These initiatives should align with Africa's development agenda and respect the continent's priorities and national choices.
Nafti also expressed Tunisia's support for the African-Russian Action Plan for 2027-2029. He looked forward to implementing concrete projects in areas such as infrastructure, energy, transportation, higher education, scientific research, agriculture, communication technology, and health. The minister emphasized the importance of establishing mechanisms to finance and monitor these projects.
The Tunisian Foreign Minister began his speech by highlighting the long-standing diplomatic relations between Tunisia and Russia. He noted that the two countries are celebrating the 70th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations. Nafti praised the level of bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed Tunisia's commitment to supporting and strengthening these ties.
The 3rd African-Russian Summit, held in Moscow on October 28-29, brought together African and Russian leaders to discuss cooperation and development. The summit aimed to strengthen ties between Africa and Russia, promoting economic, political, and cultural cooperation. Tunisia's participation in the summit reflects its commitment to fostering partnerships with the African continent.
Nafti's participation in the summit demonstrates Tunisia's engagement in international diplomacy and cooperation. His speech emphasized Tunisia's commitment to multilateralism and cooperation, highlighting the country's role in promoting peace and security in the region. The minister's statements reflect Tunisia's aspirations to strengthen its relationships with African countries and Russia.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for Nafti to discuss the upcoming meeting of the joint committee with Russia. He emphasized the importance of exploiting this meeting to enhance bilateral cooperation and explore new areas of partnership. The two countries have a strong foundation for cooperation, and the meeting is expected to yield concrete outcomes.
Key points
- Tunisia is open to partnerships with the African continent, emphasizing cooperation and solidarity.
- Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti participated in the 3rd African-Russian Summit in Moscow, highlighting Tunisia's commitment to multilateralism and cooperation.
- Tunisia supports the African-Russian Action Plan for 2027-2029, aiming to implement concrete projects in various sectors.
