On September 21, 2026, President of the Republic Kaïs Saïed met with the Head of Government and the Minister of Economy and Planning, emphasizing the need to align financial choices with the 2026/2030 five-year plan. This plan aims to ensure balanced regional development, create jobs, and promote social justice. The President's commitment to his project for a new Tunisia, based on the concept of a social state, national sovereignty, and anti-corruption efforts, remains unwavering.
The President's project focuses on reconciling economic growth and social justice, prioritizing sectors such as health, education, transportation, and housing. He stressed the importance of respecting national sovereignty, adopting a self-reliant approach, and combating corruption as a complementary effort in all areas of the politico-socio-economic dynamic. The 2027 budget will be prepared in line with the five-year development plan to improve the business climate and support local initiatives.
The Commission on Finance and Budget of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) will hold a meeting on September 21, 2026, to discuss several dossiers, including the execution of the state budget and the preparation of the 2027 budget project. The commission will examine the reasons behind the delay in presenting the 2026 state budget execution report and focus on closing budget projects that have been postponed.
Dhafer Sghiri, Vice-President of the ARP's Finance Commission, stated that the Parliament had not received the document on the state's budget execution for the period from January to June 30, 2026, which was due to be transmitted by the Ministry of Finance before July 31. The absence of these data makes it challenging to determine the exact expenditures realized and unrealized, essential indicators for evaluating the state's financial situation.
The President's commitment to his program, which responds to the expectations and aspirations of the Tunisian people, remains firm. The various indicators suggest that the state is determined to move forward resolutely on the path of realizing the key points of President Kaïs Saïed's program without exclusion or marginalization.
The five-year plan, already approved, serves as a framework for the 2027 budget, ensuring that financial choices align with national priorities. The President's emphasis on a social state, national sovereignty, and anti-corruption efforts reflects his dedication to promoting a new Tunisia.
The upcoming meeting of the Commission on Finance and Budget will focus on crucial aspects of the state's financial management, including budget execution and preparation of the 2027 budget. The commission's discussions will play a significant role in shaping Tunisia's economic future and ensuring that the state's financial management aligns with the President's vision for a new Tunisia.
Key points
- President Kaïs Saïed reaffirms his commitment to anti-corruption efforts and national development in Tunisia.
