On Thursday, October 1, 2026, Tunisian Minister of Employment and Vocational Training, Riadh Chouwd, held a meeting with Kiyoko Inoue, Regional Director for Human Capital Development at the World Bank, in Tunis. The meeting aimed to follow up on and strengthen cooperation and partnership relations between Tunisia and the World Bank in areas such as employment, vocational training, private initiative, and forecasting.
The meeting reviewed the current state of cooperation between the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training and the World Bank, as well as prospects for its development. This includes supporting employment, enhancing employability, and developing the vocational training system, continuous training, and trainers' capacities. The two parties also discussed supporting private initiative, financing mechanisms, and lines of credit.
During the meeting, Minister Chouwd emphasized the importance of adopting a comprehensive strategic vision for human resource development and improving the vocational training system. This vision should align with the state's choices in creating job opportunities, enhancing employability, and transitioning to a green economy and sustainable development. This includes integrating environmental and skills dimensions into training paths.
Minister Chouwd highlighted the need for the training system to respond to future economic transformations and labor market needs. He also stressed the importance of developing a vocational training system that meets the requirements of the labor market and supports the country's economic development.
Kiyoko Inoue, Regional Director for Human Capital Development at the World Bank, expressed her organization's readiness to continue supporting Tunisia and enhancing partnership with the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training. This support aims to contribute to efforts to develop human capital, improve skills, and promote employment.
Inoue emphasized the World Bank's commitment to working with Tunisia in priority areas, particularly in improving the effectiveness of programs and mechanisms aimed at enhancing youth employment and economic empowerment. The World Bank's support will focus on developing the skills of young people and promoting their integration into the labor market.
The meeting between Minister Chouwd and Director Inoue reflects the strong partnership between Tunisia and the World Bank in promoting employment and vocational training. The two parties agreed to continue cooperation and explore new ways to support Tunisia's efforts to develop its human capital and promote sustainable economic growth.
Key points
- The meeting discussed cooperation in areas such as employment, vocational training, and private initiative.
- The World Bank expressed its readiness to continue supporting Tunisia in developing human capital and promoting employment.
- The two parties emphasized the importance of adopting a comprehensive strategic vision for human resource development and improving the vocational training system.
