Tunisian Ambassador to China Advocates for Enhanced Strategic Cooperation
The Tunisian Ambassador to China, Adel Elarbi, highlights the significance of China’s “two sessions” as a strategic platform for future cooperation. He emphasizes the longstanding Tunisia-China relationship and advocates for deeper strategic ties through the Belt and Road Initiative. Elarbi encourages Chinese investment in Tunisia as a gateway to larger markets and underscores the value of collaborative efforts for mutual progress.
The “two sessions” in China, a significant political event, recently concluded in Beijing. Tunisian Ambassador to China, Adel Elarbi, emphasized its importance as a platform for evaluating and planning future policies. He commended China’s initiatives in market openness, cultural exchange, and the promotion of a green economy, highlighting that China’s developmental journey is vital for global advancement.
Ambassador Elarbi observed that over 3,000 journalists from around the globe reported on the “two sessions,” underscoring China’s substantial global influence. He remarked, “China is a very important actor in the international world. Everybody knows the political and the economic importance of such a country,” noting its potential role in fostering global peace, stability, and development.
Regarding the Chinese government work report, he expressed strong interest in China’s economic and political ties with other nations. The ambassador acknowledged the longstanding friendship between Tunisia and China, celebrating the upcoming 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2024, alongside a visit from Tunisian President Kais Saied to China and a signed joint statement marking the establishment of a strategic partnership.
Elarbi expressed Tunisia’s desire for enhanced cooperation at a higher, strategic level. With the 2025 government work report highlighting a commitment to high-quality Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation, he noted Tunisia’s interest in implementing BRI values in infrastructure, green economy, and science and technology.
He urged increased investment by Chinese enterprises in Tunisia, advocating for its potential as a gateway to larger markets in Africa, the Arab world, and the European Union. Reflecting on collaboration, he quoted, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together,” emphasizing the benefits of mutual efforts in achieving long-term goals.
In his conclusion, Elarbi remarked, “If we walk together, we can discover more. We can learn from each other. I can learn from my Chinese friends, and the Chinese friends can see another way of thinking from me. So we can progress more,” thereby highlighting the importance of solidarity and shared knowledge.
In summary, Ambassador Adel Elarbi underscores the significance of China’s recent “two sessions” as a strategic platform for global cooperation. He emphasizes the long-standing relationship between Tunisia and China, advocating for deeper bilateral ties, particularly through the Belt and Road Initiative. Elarbi encourages increased Chinese investment in Tunisia to leverage broader regional market opportunities. Ultimately, he highlights the potential of collaborative efforts to foster mutual growth and understanding.
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