Tunisian President Kaïs Saïed held a meeting at the Carthage Palace with Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri and Minister of Employment and Vocational Training Riadh Chaouad. The discussion focused on the implementation of Law No. 18 of 2025, which aims to recruit long-term unemployed university graduates into the public sector and civil service. This law is part of the government's efforts to address unemployment among graduates.
During the meeting, President Saïed emphasized the need to address the root causes of prolonged unemployment among graduates. He cited instances of recruitment based on falsified diplomas or without required qualifications. The President also denounced practices where access to employment was conditional on certain affiliations rather than competence and qualifications.
President Saïed expressed concern that these unfair practices had led to the waste of public funds and denied employment opportunities to those who deserved them. He stressed the importance of prioritizing work, sincerity, and loyalty in the recruitment process. The President called for moving beyond what he termed "false polemics" and focusing on effective solutions.
The meeting was an opportunity for President Saïed to reaffirm his commitment to creating employment opportunities and promoting dignity for Tunisian citizens. He highlighted the need for transparent and merit-based recruitment processes in the public sector. The President's efforts aim to address the concerns of unemployed graduates and promote a more equitable distribution of resources.
According to the Presidential statement, the law aims to provide employment opportunities to long-term unemployed graduates. The implementation of this law is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many Tunisian graduates. The President's administration is working to ensure that the recruitment process is fair and transparent.
President Saïed's emphasis on merit-based recruitment and equal opportunities reflects his administration's commitment to good governance and social justice. The meeting with Prime Minister Zenzri and Minister Chaouad demonstrates the government's focus on addressing unemployment and promoting economic growth. The President's efforts are aimed at improving the livelihoods of Tunisian citizens.
The implementation of Law No. 18 of 2025 is a key step towards addressing unemployment among graduates in Tunisia. The President's administration is working to ensure that the recruitment process is transparent and based on merit. The government's efforts aim to promote social justice and equal opportunities for all Tunisian citizens.
Key points
- President Saïed emphasizes the need for transparent and merit-based recruitment processes in the public sector.
- The Tunisian government aims to address unemployment among graduates through Law No. 18 of 2025.
- President Saïed reaffirms his commitment to creating employment opportunities and promoting dignity for Tunisian citizens.
