On Monday, September 28, 2026, Tunisian Parliament Speaker Ibrahim Boudherbala welcomed a delegation from the General Secretariat of the Omani State Council at the Bardo Palace. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation and share experiences between the two countries' parliamentary institutions. Boudherbala emphasized the strong fraternal relations between Tunisia and Oman, rooted in history, and the mutual desire to further enhance and develop cooperation in various fields.
During the meeting, Boudherbala praised Oman's principled stance and its commitment to defending its values. He highlighted the openness of the Tunisian Parliament to the Omani delegation, providing them with an opportunity to learn about various aspects of parliamentary administration and exchange experiences. The Omani delegation, led by Mohammed bin Khalfan Al-Asmi, Deputy Assistant Secretary-General for Sessions, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and the chance to engage with the Tunisian Parliament.
The Omani delegation is on a three-day training visit to the Tunisian Parliament from September 28 to 30, 2026. During their stay, they will engage in working sessions with parliamentary administration officials to gain insight into the Tunisian parliamentary experience. The visit aims to promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the two countries' parliamentary institutions.
Al-Asmi emphasized the depth of historical relations between Tunisia and Oman, characterized by shared positions and continuous cooperation in areas such as education, health, and judiciary. He expressed Oman's interest in Tunisia's democratic experience, seeking to learn from best practices and apply them in their own context.
The training visit provides an opportunity for the Omani delegation to learn about the organization and functioning of the Tunisian Parliament. The delegation will engage with Tunisian parliamentary officials to exchange experiences and gain practical insights into parliamentary work.
Tunisia and Oman have a long-standing relationship, with cooperation extending to various fields. The current visit is a testament to the commitment of both countries to strengthening bilateral ties and promoting cooperation between their parliamentary institutions.
The visit is expected to conclude on September 30, 2026, with the Omani delegation returning to Oman with new insights and knowledge gained from their interactions with the Tunisian Parliament. The exchange is likely to contribute to enhanced cooperation and understanding between the two countries.
Key points
- The visit aims to strengthen cooperation and share experiences between the Tunisian Parliament and the Omani State Council.
- The Omani delegation is led by Mohammed bin Khalfan Al-Asmi, Deputy Assistant Secretary-General for Sessions.
- The training visit will conclude on September 30, 2026.
