Tunisian Government Ministers Receive Instructions to Secure National Exams and Strengthen Education System
President Kaïs Saïed Emphasizes Education as the Foundation of National Security
On Monday, President Kaïs Saïed presided over a meeting at the Palais de Carthage, bringing together several government ministers to discuss education, higher education, and training. The meeting aimed to address the challenges facing the education sector and to provide instructions for securing national exams.
Attendees Included:
- M. Noureddine Nouri, Minister of Education
- M. Mondher Belaid, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research
- M. Riadh Chaoued, Minister of Employment and Vocational Training
- M. Sofiene Hemissi, Minister of Communication Technologies
President's Instructions:
President Kaïs Saïed gave clear instructions to ensure a rigorous organization of national exams at all levels. He emphasized that the country's future relies on a national education system that guarantees equal opportunities for all, highlighting that this equality must be more than theoretical and must be reflected in reality.
Importance of Education:
The President reiterated that the creation of the Higher Education Council, as outlined in the Constitution, is not coincidental. It reflects the Tunisian people's conviction about the vital importance of this sector, which is considered a pillar of national security. In this context, the President clarified his vision of ignorance: "Ignorance is not limited to conventional illiteracy, but also resides in the absence of free thought and intellectual alienation."
Strengthening Tunisia's Intellectual Influence:
The President concluded by stating that Tunisia, historically a hub of intellectual influence, is called upon to reinforce this influence in all areas. He assured that efforts will continue without respite to ensure that the Higher Education Council begins its work as soon as possible, initiating a comprehensive reform of the education system in line with the aspirations of the Tunisian people.
Key Takeaways:
- The Tunisian government is committed to securing national exams and strengthening the education system.
- President Kaïs Saïed emphasizes the importance of education as the foundation of national security.
- The creation of the Higher Education Council is a vital step towards ensuring equal opportunities for all and promoting intellectual freedom.
- Tunisia aims to reinforce its intellectual influence and become a hub of knowledge and innovation.
