Tunisian Academic Ferhat Horchani Launches Two New Books

The Laboratory for International Relations, Markets, and Negotiations Law (DRIMAN) is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a significant event. As part of this celebration, two new books by Professor Ferhat Horchani, former dean of the Faculty of Law and Political Science at the University of Tunis, will be presented. The books are titled "Le droit international public. Les sources" (Public International Law: The Sources) and "Précis de droit international de l'investissement" (A Summary of International Investment Law).

The presentation of the books will take place on Friday, November 13, at 5:30 pm. The event will feature presentations by several academics, including Sami Bostanji, Fatma Raach, Walid Ben Hamida, and Rym Ben Khelifa. This event is part of a colloquium organized by DRIMAN on November 12 and 13 in Tunis. The colloquium aims to bring together experts and researchers to discuss recent developments in international law and investment.

Ferhat Horchani is a prominent figure in the field of international law in Tunisia. As the former dean of the Faculty of Law and Political Science at the University of Tunis, he has made significant contributions to the development of legal studies in the country. His books reflect his expertise in public international law and international investment law, two areas that are crucial for Tunisia's economic and diplomatic relations.

The first book, "Le droit international public. Les sources," was published in 2024 by Éditions El Halabi. This book explores the sources of public international law, a fundamental aspect of international relations. The second book, "Précis de droit international de l'investissement," was published in 2026 by Éditions Latrach. This book provides a concise overview of international investment law, a field that has gained significant importance in recent years.

The presentation of these books is an important event for the academic community in Tunisia and beyond. It provides an opportunity for experts to discuss recent developments in international law and investment, and to highlight the contributions of Tunisian academics to these fields. The event also reflects the commitment of DRIMAN to promoting research and academic excellence in the field of international law.

The celebration of DRIMAN's 20th anniversary is a significant milestone for the laboratory. Over the past two decades, DRIMAN has established itself as a leading center for research and academic excellence in the field of international law. The laboratory has organized numerous events and conferences, and has published several books and articles on international law and investment.

The presentation of Ferhat Horchani's books is a testament to the laboratory's commitment to promoting research and academic excellence. The event will provide a platform for experts to discuss recent developments in international law and investment, and to highlight the contributions of Tunisian academics to these fields. It will also provide an opportunity for young researchers to engage with leading experts in the field.

Key points

• Two new books by Ferhat Horchani will be presented at a colloquium in Tunis on November 13.
• The books are titled "Le droit international public. Les sources" and "Précis de droit international de l'investissement".
• The event is part of the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Laboratory for International Relations, Markets, and Negotiations Law (DRIMAN).