On Monday, November 9, 2026, Sousse Governor Sufyan Tanfuri chaired a regional committee meeting to monitor price developments and ensure regular supplies of food products. The meeting was attended by various officials, including the Governor's General Secretary, the Regional Director of Trade, and the Regional Delegate for Agricultural Development. The committee aimed to address issues such as smuggling, monopolies, parallel trade, and food safety.
During the meeting, Governor Tanfuri emphasized the need for continuous monitoring of distribution channels to ensure the availability of various food products in the market. He also stressed the importance of combating monopolies, particularly in products experiencing supply shortages. The committee discussed organizing direct sales points from producers to consumers in different parts of the governorate, as part of the state's general policy to support citizens' purchasing power.
The committee's recommendations included identifying and preparing sales points from producers to consumers, as well as intensifying daily economic monitoring at various sales points to combat monopolies and ensure transparent transactions. The committee also emphasized the importance of guaranteeing the arrival of products and adjustment stocks through legal distribution channels.
The meeting comes as part of the Tunisian government's efforts to regulate the market and protect consumers. Similar meetings have been held in other regions to address issues such as environmental concerns and sports infrastructure management. The authorities have been working to improve food security and prevent price manipulation in the country.
In related news, the city of Sousse is set to host the 12th National Conference of the Tunisian Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on December 11-12, 2026. The event aims to bring together medical professionals to discuss the latest developments in the field and share experiences.
The Sousse governorate has been actively working to address various issues, including environmental concerns and sports infrastructure management. A recent meeting was held to examine the situation at the Qasr Minaret wastewater treatment plant, while another meeting focused on the environmental situation in Wadi Al-Hammam.
The authorities' efforts to regulate the market and ensure food safety are ongoing, with a focus on protecting consumers and promoting fair trade practices. The regional committee's recommendations are expected to be implemented in the coming weeks, with the aim of improving the overall food security situation in the region.
Key points
- The Tunisian authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to monitoring prices and ensuring food safety in the country.
