Tunisian President Kais Saied visited Silyana governorate on Sunday to mark National Tree Day, which is being celebrated under the slogan "A tree today, a forest tomorrow". During his visit, he went to the Ain Nasham area in the Ain Bousadia delegation and supervised the planting of several trees. The president also listened to the social and developmental concerns of local residents, particularly those related to the damage caused by recent forest fires in Jebel Berkou.
The president was briefed on the damage caused by the forest fires that occurred in late August and early September 2026, which destroyed over 2,000 hectares of forest cover, mainly pine and olive trees, without any human casualties. According to the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Silyana, the fires had a significant impact on the region's ecosystem. The president's visit aimed to show support for the affected areas and to highlight the importance of preserving Tunisia's natural resources.
During his visit, President Saied also recalled the historic significance of Jebel Berkou, which witnessed national resistance against French colonialism from 8 to 13 November 1954, known as the "Last Quarter Hour" battle. This historical event is an important part of Tunisia's struggle for independence and is still remembered today. The president's visit was an opportunity to reflect on the country's history and to emphasize the importance of preserving its natural and cultural heritage.
The president's visit to Silyana governorate was also an opportunity for him to listen to the concerns of local residents, particularly those related to access to drinking water. The region has faced challenges in terms of water supply, and the president's visit was seen as a chance for him to address these issues. The government has been working to improve the water supply in the region, and the president's visit was seen as a sign of his commitment to addressing the concerns of local residents.
National Tree Day is an important event in Tunisia, and it is celebrated every year to promote environmental awareness and to encourage citizens to plant trees. The event is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources and Fisheries, in collaboration with other government agencies and non-governmental organizations. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about the importance of trees and to encourage citizens to take action to protect the environment.
The president's visit to Silyana governorate was seen as a sign of his commitment to environmental protection and to promoting sustainable development in the region. The government has been working to promote sustainable development and to protect the environment, and the president's visit was seen as a chance for him to emphasize the importance of these issues. The visit was also seen as an opportunity for the president to connect with local residents and to listen to their concerns.
The celebration of National Tree Day in Tunisia is an important part of the country's efforts to promote environmental awareness and to protect its natural resources. The event is a chance for citizens to come together and to take action to protect the environment, and it is seen as an important part of Tunisia's efforts to promote sustainable development. The president's visit to Silyana governorate was a significant event in this context, and it highlighted the importance of environmental protection and sustainable development in Tunisia.
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- President Kais Saied visited Silyana governorate to mark National Tree Day and to listen to local concerns.
