Tunisia's Foreign Minister, Mohamed Ali Nafti, participated in an informal meeting of global economic leaders and decision-makers on September 21, 2026, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The meeting, organized by the World Economic Forum, focused on examining the prospects of international cooperation in light of growing global challenges. Minister Nafti emphasized the need for a more credible, inclusive, balanced, and effective multilateral approach to address these challenges.
Minister Nafti stressed that restoring trust in multilateralism is crucial for developing international cooperation programs. He called for respecting state sovereignty and the principles of international law and the UN Charter. Nafti also advocated for reforming multilateral institutions to give Southern countries a stronger voice in international decision-making and norm-setting. This, he believes, will ensure that the interests of all nations are represented.
The Minister highlighted the importance of translating international commitments into concrete results, particularly through mobilizing necessary financial resources, technology transfer, and capacity building. He emphasized the need to reform the international financial architecture and develop innovative financing mechanisms for developing countries. This will enable them to address pressing development challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
Nafti also underscored the need to preserve spaces for concrete cooperation despite geopolitical divisions, particularly in areas such as climate, food and energy security, health, migration, and artificial intelligence governance. He stressed the importance of involving developing countries in shaping technological governance rules. This will ensure that their interests and needs are taken into account.
The Minister called for strengthening Africa's and Southern countries' role as partners in shaping the future of the international system. He reaffirmed the centrality of dialogue, prevention, and peaceful conflict resolution, as well as respect for international law, including the Palestinian people's right to self-determination and an independent state. Nafti's statements reflect Tunisia's commitment to promoting a more inclusive and effective multilateral system.
The informal meeting of global economic leaders and decision-makers provided a platform for Ministers and experts to discuss pressing global challenges and potential solutions. The discussions focused on ways to enhance international cooperation, promote sustainable development, and address emerging global challenges. The meeting's outcomes will inform future international efforts to address these pressing issues.
Minister Nafti's participation in the meeting demonstrates Tunisia's active engagement in international diplomacy and its commitment to promoting a more equitable and effective global order. His statements reflect Tunisia's priorities and values, including the importance of multilateralism, international cooperation, and respect for international law. The country's efforts to promote a stronger and more inclusive multilateral system are expected to continue.
Key points
- Tunisia's Foreign Minister calls for stronger multilateralism and representation of Southern countries at the UN General Assembly.
- Minister Nafti emphasizes the need to translate international commitments into concrete results, particularly through mobilizing financial resources and technology transfer.
- The Minister stresses the importance of preserving spaces for concrete cooperation despite geopolitical divisions, particularly in areas such as climate and food security.
