Tunisia president news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about the President of Tunisia:
Current President:
- Kais Saied is the current President of Tunisia, serving since October 2019.
Recent News:
- Tunisia's President Kais Saied dissolves parliament: On July 25, 2021, President Saied announced that he was dissolving the Tunisian parliament and suspending the country's constitution, citing a need to restore stability and security. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Tunisia's President Saied appoints new government: On September 2, 2021, President Saied appointed a new government, led by Prime Minister Najla Bouden Romdhane, after dissolving the previous government. (Source: Reuters)
- Tunisia's President Saied meets with French President Macron: On October 12, 2021, President Saied met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, discussing issues such as terrorism, migration, and economic cooperation. (Source: France 24)
- Tunisia's President Saied calls for national dialogue: On November 15, 2021, President Saied called for a national dialogue to resolve the country's political crisis, which has been ongoing since his dissolution of parliament. (Source: BBC News)
Background:
- Tunisia's revolution: Tunisia's revolution in 2011, led by protests and civil unrest, led to the overthrow of long-time President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and the establishment of a new democratic government.
- Presidential elections: Kais Saied won the 2019 presidential election, defeating incumbent President Beji Caid Essebsi. Saied campaigned on a platform of anti-corruption and economic reform.
- Political crisis: Tunisia has faced a political crisis since Saied's dissolution of parliament, with opposition parties and civil society groups criticizing his actions as a power grab.