Tunisian Prime Minister Sara Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri delivered a speech at the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit, highlighting the importance of peace and security for achieving development in Africa. She emphasized that preventing conflicts is more effective and less costly than addressing their consequences. Al-Zanzeri also underscored the need to strengthen preventive diplomacy and support African Union mechanisms for early warning, mediation, and peaceful conflict resolution.
Al-Zanzeri praised the current state of Tunisian-Russian relations, expressing her country's commitment to further developing these ties based on mutual interest and respect. She noted that the summit takes place amid complex global circumstances, with rising tensions, armed conflicts, economic and energy crises, health threats, and climate change risks. These challenges, she said, require comprehensive approaches and effective international solidarity.
The Prime Minister outlined Tunisia's vision for a partnership with Russia and other African nations, emphasizing the need for strengthened solidarity, consultation, and coordination to address common challenges. She called for elevating cooperation frameworks to achieve practical and sustainable partnerships that respond to Africa's development and security priorities.
Al-Zanzeri identified food security as a major strategic challenge facing Africa, citing the impacts of climate change, global market fluctuations, and disrupted supply chains. She urged the development of cooperation in agriculture and food industries, increased investment in agricultural production, and improved water resource management to address these issues.
The Prime Minister's speech reflected Tunisia's commitment to collaborative problem-solving and its desire to enhance cooperation with Russia and other African nations. Her emphasis on peace, security, and development resonated with the summit's themes and objectives. By highlighting these issues, Al-Zanzeri positioned Tunisia as a proactive and engaged player in regional and international affairs.
The 3rd Russia-Africa Summit provided a platform for leaders to discuss pressing global and regional issues, explore new opportunities for cooperation, and strengthen existing partnerships. Tunisia's participation in the summit underscored its interest in deepening ties with Russia and other African countries, as well as its commitment to contributing to regional and global decision-making processes.
As the summit concluded, Al-Zanzeri's speech and Tunisia's overall engagement demonstrated the country's dedication to advancing peace, security, and development in Africa. By emphasizing the interconnected nature of global challenges, she highlighted the need for collective action and cooperation to address these pressing issues.
Key points
- Tunisian Prime Minister Sara Al-Zafrani Al-Zanzeri emphasizes the importance of peace and security for achieving development in Africa.
- Al-Zanzeri calls for strengthened solidarity, consultation, and coordination among African nations to address common challenges.
- The Prime Minister identifies food security as a major strategic challenge facing Africa, citing the impacts of climate change and global market fluctuations.
