In a notable diplomatic exchange, President Kais Saied of Tunisia engaged in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, delving into multifaceted issues of mutual concern. The Tunisian Presidency disclosed that the leaders explored various dimensions of their countries’ relationship, the evolving dynamics within the European Union, and the rapidly shifting global landscape.
A central theme of their conversation was the escalating challenge of illegal migration, particularly the concerning surge of irregular migrants from sub-Saharan Africa into Tunisia. President Saied underscored the gravity of the situation, highlighting the nefarious operations of criminal networks involved in human trafficking. He emphasized the imperative of concerted efforts to dismantle these networks and staunch the flow of vulnerable individuals who are being exploited for profit. President Saied unequivocally asserted Tunisia’s stance of refusing settlement for irregular migrants, branding such exploitation as both unacceptable and suspicious.
Amidst their deliberations, President Saied and President Macron turned their attention to the pressing humanitarian crisis unfolding in Palestine. President Saied condemned the ongoing atrocities inflicted upon the Palestinian people, labeling it a genocide that demands immediate international intervention. He lamented the shortcomings of the international community, asserting that the prevailing system of international legitimacy has failed to adequately address the magnitude of human suffering.
The Tunisian President, in a poignant reflection, remarked that humanity has outpaced the capabilities of the international community to respond effectively to crises of such magnitude. He argued that the principles of international legitimacy no longer suffice to address the urgent needs of humanity as a whole.
The exchange between the Tunisian and French leaders underscores the gravity of the challenges facing the international community, urging concerted action to address the plight of migrants and the ongoing humanitarian crises with the urgency and compassion they demand.
