Tunisia’s Regional Leaders Call for a New, Participatory Infrastructure Development Plan (2026‑2030)
Tunis, 12 February 2026 – Imed Derbali, President of the National Council of Regions and Districts, highlighted during a parliamentary debate that the current state of infrastructure in Tunisia exposes major challenges faced by citizens across the country and points to a decline in essential public services.
“The debate on the infrastructure dossier reveals deep‑rooted gaps that stem from past development policies which ignored the specificities and needs of each region,” Derbali said. “This has created development disparities and a growing feeling of marginalisation among our people.”
A Break with Centralised Planning
Speaking at a debate session on Friday, attended by Minister of Equipment and Housing Slah Zouari, Derbali underscored that the 2026‑2030 Development Plan represents a genuine project that:
- Rejects excessive centralisation and the manipulation of local interests.
- Embeds the will of the people into decision‑making processes concerning development.
“The plan will address citizens’ urgent needs and implement a participatory, justice‑oriented approach,” he added.
Infrastructure as a Shared Responsibility
Derbali stressed that building the country’s infrastructure is a collective duty and the cornerstone of a social state and sustainable development. He reaffirmed his commitment to:
- Support the successful implementation of the 2026‑2030 Development Plan.
- Shape and guide public policies to ensure equitable infrastructure projects.
- Defend the interests of regions and citizens, thereby strengthening public confidence in state institutions.
“When infrastructure development is inclusive and fair, it becomes the bedrock of a thriving, sustainable Tunisia,” Derbali concluded.
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Keywords: Tunisia infrastructure, regional development, 2026‑2030 Development Plan, decentralisation, sustainable development, public services, citizen participation.
