On October 8, 2026, Tunisian President Kais Saied met with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ibrahim Boudherbala, and the President of the National Council for Regions and Districts, Imad Darbali, at the Carthage Palace. The meeting focused on various projects and proposals related to the social situation of citizens and the need for coordination between different state functions within their constitutional frameworks.
During the meeting, President Saied emphasized that accountability is a legitimate demand and that there is no intention to seek revenge against any party. He stressed that the state is not weak and will not be left as a prey for anyone. Saied added that difficulties will be overcome and achievements will be made, not just through statements and declarations, but through rapid actions, as the country is in a race against time.
The President also highlighted that the truth will be fully revealed, and on that day, there will be no immunity or exception for anyone. He pointed out that the country is going through historical moments that require breaking with various forms of injustice and unfairness. Saied recalled that those who sought to divide the country and fragment it still yearn for the hateful past and seek to divide the state as imposed upon them.
However, President Saied expressed confidence that as long as the people have this historical awareness, their actions will be thwarted, and their arrangements will fail. He affirmed that the Tunisian state will remain unified, strong, and resistant to blackmail from anyone, regardless of their roles or claims of being victims. Saied described those who seek division as perpetrators.
The President noted that there are many obstacles, both natural and artificially created, but the will to overcome them is greater and stronger. He explained that work is ongoing without interruption to respond to the demands of the Tunisian people, not just through legislation but also through a revolutionary thought based on new concepts.
President Saied praised the deep awareness of the Tunisian people, indicating that every official, regardless of their position, must internalize this awareness and share the pains and suffering of citizens at all times. He emphasized the need to work towards eliminating the causes of these issues.
The meeting and President Saied's statements come at a time when Tunisia is navigating complex social and political challenges. The emphasis on national unity, accountability, and addressing social issues reflects ongoing efforts to stabilize and progress the country.
Key points
- The Tunisian President stresses the importance of accountability and national unity.
- He emphasizes that the state will not be swayed by blackmail and will work to overcome obstacles.
- President Saied calls for a new educational system that provides equal opportunities for all.
