The employment minister meets the European Union ambassador in Tunisia Focus on supporting business competitiveness and economic empowerment

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Meeting Between Tunisian Minister of Employment and European Union Ambassador

The Minister of Employment and Vocational Training, Riadh Chaouad, and the European Union Ambassador to Tunisia, Gilles Perron, met to discuss the progress of joint programs and projects between the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training and the European Union. The goal of these programs is to support the employment and vocational training system in Tunisia.

Discussion of Joint Programs

The two parties discussed the implementation of the "Support for Business Competitiveness and Economic Empowerment through Job Creation" (CAP-Emploi) program, which is being carried out in collaboration with the African Development Bank. This program aims to develop skills to strengthen job opportunities for job seekers and empower young people through entrepreneurship and support for the structuring of informal sector projects.

Evaluation of Ongoing Programs

The evaluation of ongoing joint programs and projects between the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training and the European Union was at the center of the meeting. Chaouad highlighted the importance of these joint projects and their role in strengthening the capacities of the vocational training and employment system.

Commitment to Continued Cooperation

The European Union Ambassador praised the significant progress made in the implementation of joint cooperation programs with the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training. He reiterated the European Union's commitment to supporting this constructive cooperation and its continuity. The two parties agreed to continue coordinating and collaborating to contribute to improving the employability of young people and strengthening the national economy's capacity to ensure development and employment.

Key Points

  • The CAP-Emploi program aims to develop skills and strengthen job opportunities for job seekers
  • The program also aims to empower young people through entrepreneurship and support for informal sector projects
  • The European Union and the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training are committed to continuing their cooperation to support the employment and vocational training system in Tunisia
  • The goal of the joint programs is to improve the employability of young people and strengthen the national economy's capacity to ensure development and employment.