Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Marine Fisheries Denies Rumors of Refused Sheep Donation
Official Statement
The Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Marine Fisheries has formally denied persistent rumors of a supposed refusal of a donation of one million sheep. In an official statement, the institution describes these allegations as completely unfounded and calls for vigilance in the face of misinformation.
Background
This clarification comes in response to the proliferation of publications on social media and certain electronic news sites. These platforms relayed statements attributed to a representative of the professional agricultural group, affiliated with the Confederation of Citizen Enterprises in Tunisia (CONECT), which were allegedly made during a hearing before the parliamentary agriculture commission at the Assembly of the People's Representatives (ARP).
Official Clarification
In its statement, the ministry provided a definitive clarification: no official offer of such a donation has ever been submitted to Tunisian authorities, making the idea of a refusal materially impossible. The online data shared is described as "completely devoid of foundation and without any link to reality."
Call for Media Responsibility
In the face of the proliferation of these false information, the ministry has urged all media outlets and digital platform users to exercise rigor. It reminds the importance of verifying facts and instructing files only through official sources, in order to prevent the spread of disinformation that could destabilize or shake public opinion.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the ministry took the opportunity to reaffirm its commitments to the national agro-food sector. The authorities reiterated their absolute support for the animal production system, the protection of Tunisian livestock, and the preservation of the economic balances of the red meat industry, in the name of the country's supreme interest and economic sovereignty.
Translation Notes
- The original article uses the term "moutons" (sheep) to refer to the donated animals. However, it is worth noting that the term "moutons" can also refer to sheep in general, but in the context of the article, it is likely referring to a specific breed or type of sheep.
- The article uses the term "CONECT" to refer to the Confederation of Citizen Enterprises in Tunisia. This is a French acronym, and it is used throughout the article.
- The article uses the term "ARP" to refer to the Assembly of the People's Representatives. This is a French acronym, and it is used throughout the article.
- The article uses the term "infox" to refer to disinformation. This is a French term, and it is used throughout the article.
