On Thursday, October 29, 2026, Tunisian Prime Minister Sarah El-Zafrani El-Znateri met with members of the Tunisian community in Russia at the Tunisian Embassy in Moscow. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, and the Acting Ambassador of Tunisia to Russia, Mohamed Mahrez Othman. The Prime Minister emphasized the care and attention given to the Tunisian community abroad by President Kais Saied.
The Prime Minister praised the national sentiment of the Tunisian community abroad, highlighting their skills, experiences, and ability to integrate positively into their host societies while maintaining their national identity. She commended their role in representing Tunisia and building bridges of communication, trust, and cooperation. The Prime Minister also acknowledged the community's efforts in promoting Tunisia's investment opportunities and partnerships.
Prime Minister El-Zafrani El-Znateri stressed the importance of the Tunisian community's contributions to the country's development efforts. She expressed the government's willingness to utilize their expertise and involve them in national projects, encouraging them to invest in Tunisia and create jobs. The Prime Minister emphasized that Tunisia relies on its human resources, both within and outside the country, to overcome challenges and achieve the Tunisian people's aspirations.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister listened to the concerns and proposals of the Tunisian community in Russia. She assured them that the government would give their issues the necessary attention and follow-up. The Prime Minister also reminded them of the measures taken by the government to support Tunisians living abroad.
The members of the Tunisian community in Russia expressed their pride in their Tunisian identity and appreciated the Prime Minister's meeting with them. They affirmed their readiness to contribute to promoting Tunisia's image abroad and to utilize their expertise to launch projects in their home country, which would support economic and social development and create new job opportunities.
The meeting was seen as an opportunity for the Tunisian government to engage with its citizens abroad and to discuss ways to support their contributions to the country's development. The government has taken several measures to support Tunisians living abroad, including providing them with consular services and encouraging them to invest in Tunisia.
The Prime Minister's visit to Russia and her meeting with the Tunisian community there demonstrate the government's commitment to maintaining strong ties with its citizens abroad. The government aims to harness the skills and expertise of the Tunisian community worldwide to drive economic growth and development in Tunisia.
Key points
- The Tunisian Prime Minister met with members of the Tunisian community in Russia to discuss their concerns and proposals.
- The Prime Minister emphasized the government's commitment to supporting the Tunisian community abroad and encouraging their contributions to the country's development.
- The meeting highlighted the importance of the Tunisian community's role in promoting Tunisia's image abroad and supporting its economic and social development.
