The Tunisian Engineers' Order, led by its Dean, Mohsen Gharssi, participated in the 2026 Arab-Chinese Engineering Exchange Meeting in Beijing, China, from October 12 to 15. The event aimed to strengthen engineering cooperation and develop partnerships in innovation and technology transfer. Gharssi delivered a speech before Chinese and Arab engineering leaders, including the President of the Chinese Association of Engineers, He Junke, and the Secretary-General of the Arab Engineers' Union, Dr. Adil Al-Hadithi.
In his speech, Gharssi emphasized the importance of elevating Arab-Chinese cooperation from mere experience exchange to a strategic partnership focused on concrete projects, knowledge transfer, and technology localization. He also highlighted the need to develop engineering capabilities to advance modern technologies and their applications. Gharssi proposed five strategic projects to achieve these goals.
The proposed projects include establishing specialized centers for engineering, industrial innovation, modern agricultural technology, and smart energy grids. Three of these projects would be implemented in Tunisia, with potential expansion to the African continent. Gharssi suggested creating a Chinese-Arab academy for advanced engineering training under the Arab Engineers' Union umbrella.
Additionally, Gharssi proposed establishing a joint platform for engineering projects, innovation, and technology transfer. He concluded his speech by emphasizing that the future of Arab-Chinese engineering partnership relies on capacity building, knowledge exchange, and innovation, ultimately supporting cooperation between nations and opening new avenues for joint development.
The event provided a platform for engineering leaders to discuss cooperation opportunities and strategies for mutual benefit. The Tunisian Engineers' Order's participation demonstrates Tunisia's commitment to strengthening engineering ties with China and the Arab world. The proposed projects aim to promote sustainable development and economic growth.
The Arab-Chinese Engineering Exchange Meeting is a significant event that brings together engineering leaders to foster cooperation and knowledge sharing. The meeting's outcomes are expected to contribute to the development of engineering partnerships and innovative solutions.
The Tunisian Engineers' Order's initiatives are expected to enhance cooperation between Arab and Chinese engineers, promoting technology transfer and capacity building. The proposed projects will be evaluated and potentially implemented in the coming months.
Key points
- The Tunisian Engineers' Order proposes five strategic projects to enhance Arab-Chinese engineering cooperation.
