Tunisia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, will head the country's delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The assembly's high-level segment will take place in New York from September 22 to 29, 2026. The event's theme is "Restoring Trust and Managing Transition: A United Nations that Delivers Results for All." This information was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on September 20, 2026.
Minister Nafti will deliver Tunisia's statement during the general debate of the 81st session. He will also review Tunisia's positions and vision on key regional and international issues. The minister's participation reflects Tunisia's commitment to engaging with the international community on pressing global matters. His address will highlight Tunisia's perspectives on various challenges facing the world.
In addition to his statement, Minister Nafti will participate in several high-level meetings and events. These include discussions on the right to development, addressing the impacts of rising sea levels, and pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response. He will also engage with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations. These engagements demonstrate Tunisia's interest in collaborating with international partners on critical issues.
As part of the high-level segment, Minister Nafti will chair a coordination meeting of Arab foreign ministers. He will also attend regional and group meetings. These interactions will provide opportunities for Tunisia to strengthen its diplomatic ties and discuss shared concerns with regional and international partners.
On the sidelines of the high-level segment, Minister Nafti will hold bilateral meetings with counterparts from friendly and sister countries, as well as international organizations. These discussions will focus on enhancing cooperation in various fields and exchanging views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. Such meetings are expected to foster greater collaboration between Tunisia and its international partners.
The 81st UN General Assembly will bring together world leaders to address pressing global challenges. Tunisia's participation, led by Minister Nafti, underscores the country's commitment to active engagement in international affairs. The assembly provides a platform for countries to share their perspectives and work towards collective solutions to global problems.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Minister Nafti's participation in the 81st UN General Assembly is in line with Tunisia's foreign policy objectives. The ministry's efforts aim to promote Tunisia's interests and contribute to international efforts to address common challenges. By engaging with the international community, Tunisia seeks to strengthen its position on the global stage.
Key points
- Tunisia's Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti leads the country's delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly.
- The 81st UN General Assembly's high-level segment takes place from September 22-29, 2026, in New York.
- Minister Nafti will deliver Tunisia's statement during the general debate and participate in several high-level meetings.
