The Director-General of Tunisia's National Employment and Independent Work Agency, Hatem Dhaman, participated in the German-Tunisian Economic Forum in Essen, Germany, on September 17-18, 2026. The forum aimed to strengthen Tunisian-German cooperation in investment, employment, and skills development. It brought together public and economic institutions, academics, and economic stakeholders from both countries to discuss strategic sectors such as ecological transition, health, digitalization, innovation, and skills development.
During a session on the Tunisian diaspora as a partner in investment, Dhaman highlighted the potential of Tunisian skills residing abroad, citing their ability to create value through direct investment in Tunisia and facilitating access to German and European markets. He also emphasized the transfer of skills, technologies, and management methods, as well as supporting young entrepreneurs and Tunisian skills. Dhaman stressed the need to move from ad-hoc initiatives to a sustainable and organized partnership.
The Tunisian Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training and its related structures are at the heart of this dynamic, providing basic and continuous vocational training to develop skills and enhance the employability of human resources sustainably. This is achieved through direct coordination with the actual needs of economic sectors. Participants at the forum noted that sectors such as health, circular economy, and energy transition require necessary technical skills to ensure investment sustainability.
The National Employment and Independent Work Agency, in collaboration with vocational training structures and concerned partners, aims to bridge the gap between skills, job opportunities, and investments. The agency's participation in the forum enabled it to promote dialogue with German partners and work on converting cooperation opportunities into concrete projects serving employment, entrepreneurship, and economic development.
The forum also addressed the issue of recruiting skills and professional mobility to open up new avenues for cooperation benefiting job seekers, entrepreneurs, and institutions. The agency's participation allowed it to strengthen its presence and promote its services to potential investors and partners.
Tunisia's participation in the German-Tunisian Economic Forum demonstrates the country's commitment to enhancing economic cooperation with Germany and promoting investment opportunities. The forum provided a platform for Tunisian and German stakeholders to discuss ways to boost economic ties and create new opportunities for cooperation.
The National Employment and Independent Work Agency's participation in the forum reflects Tunisia's efforts to develop its economy and improve employment prospects for its citizens. The agency's efforts to promote investment and entrepreneurship opportunities are crucial in driving economic growth and creating jobs in the country.
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- The National Employment and Independent Work Agency participates in the German-Tunisian Economic Forum to promote investment, employment, and skills development in Tunisia.
