Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti recently met with members of the Tunisian community in Accra, Ghana, in the presence of the Tunisian Ambassador to Accra, Mohsen Al Antit. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 27th extraordinary session of the African Union's Executive Council, held in the Ghanaian capital. During the meeting, Nafti emphasized the attention given by President Kaïs Saïed to Tunisians living abroad and his commitment to addressing their concerns.

Nafti highlighted the ministry's efforts to improve consular services and enhance communication mechanisms with the diaspora community. He also recalled the historical ties between Tunisia and Ghana, particularly their shared struggles for liberation and independence, as well as their commitment to building a united Africa. The minister encouraged the Tunisian community in Ghana to contribute to promoting Tunisia's image and supporting national development efforts.

The Tunisian community in Ghana expressed their attachment to their country and welcomed Nafti's initiative, seeing it as a testament to the strong ties between Tunisia and its citizens abroad. They reaffirmed their willingness to continue playing a bridging role between the two countries. The community also appreciated the minister's efforts to engage with them and address their concerns.

The meeting provided an opportunity for Nafti to discuss the current state of bilateral relations between Tunisia and Ghana. He emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation in various sectors, including trade, investment, and culture. The minister also encouraged the Tunisian community in Ghana to explore opportunities for investment and trade with their home country.

The 27th extraordinary session of the African Union's Executive Council brought together high-level officials from across the continent to discuss pressing issues and develop strategies for addressing them. Nafti's participation in the session underscores Tunisia's commitment to regional cooperation and its role in promoting African unity.

The Tunisian government has been working to strengthen ties with its citizens abroad, including those in Ghana. The meeting with Nafti is part of a broader effort to engage with the diaspora community and address their concerns. The government has also been working to improve consular services and enhance communication with Tunisians living abroad.

The encounter between Nafti and the Tunisian community in Ghana highlights the importance of diaspora engagement and the role that citizens abroad can play in promoting their country's interests. The meeting demonstrated the government's commitment to listening to the concerns of its citizens abroad and working to address them.

Key points

  • The Tunisian government is working to strengthen ties with its citizens abroad, including those in Ghana.
  • The meeting between Nafti and the Tunisian community in Ghana aimed to address their concerns and strengthen ties.
  • The Tunisian community in Ghana expressed their attachment to their country and welcomed Nafti's initiative.

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