On September 25, 2026, Tunisian Minister of Religious Affairs Ahmed Al-Bouhali called for improved administration within the ministry. He stressed the importance of setting clear goals and visions that align with the country's overall direction. These goals should be implemented in a way that serves the citizens' interests and contributes to the nation's progress and the development of a social state.
During a meeting with senior officials, including the head of the ministry's office, Al-Bouhali emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation and dialogue among different departments to address existing issues. The minister's directives aim to improve the administrative and religious affairs within the ministry. The meeting's discussions focused on implementing presidential instructions and recommendations from the head of government regarding administrative development and modernization.
Al-Bouhali highlighted the importance of coordinating with other relevant ministries to achieve the desired goals. He also called for the completion of the administration's digitalization process, which would facilitate services, ensure transparency, and reduce corruption and errors. The minister's directives were presented after a review of the current state of administrative affairs and the challenges faced by the ministry.
The meeting covered various topics, including the development of the guaranteed performance of the ministry's departments and the improvement of religious discourse. The goal is to make the discourse more relevant to societal concerns, promote virtuous values, and counter extremism and violence. Additionally, the ministry plans to intensify religious programs and awareness campaigns.
The participants also discussed the development of the legal framework governing the ministry's work, ensuring the rights of citizens and the state. A presentation was made on the organization of the Hajj season and the progress made in this national file. The meeting also touched on the rationalization of energy consumption in religious sites and the development of international relations in the religious field.
Furthermore, the meeting addressed the proper management of administrative archives and the importance of effective governance. The minister's directives aim to promote a culture of transparency and accountability within the ministry. The implementation of these directives is expected to have a positive impact on the ministry's performance and its relationship with citizens.
The Tunisian Minister of Religious Affairs concluded the meeting by emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration in achieving the ministry's goals. The ministry is expected to continue working on implementing the directives and recommendations discussed during the meeting. The efforts aim to improve the administrative and religious affairs in Tunisia and promote a more efficient and transparent public administration.
Key points
- The Tunisian Minister of Religious Affairs calls for improved administration and digitalization to enhance services and transparency.
- The ministry aims to develop a more effective and relevant religious discourse that promotes virtuous values and counters extremism.
- The implementation of the minister's directives is expected to promote a culture of transparency and accountability within the ministry.
