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Leaders' perspectives We Tunisians are pleased that the 2017 G7 summit will be held in Taormina on the island of Sicily, a reminder of the special place the Mediterranean has played in our history and the importance it constitutes for us today. This sea has consistently served as a crossroads between Africa and Europe. Current challenges show well the type of international efforts that are needed to achieve shared prosperity on both shores and beyond. During the last six years, Tunisians have produced the most outstanding example of democratic transformation south of the Mediterranean. We are proud of what we have achieved, so far. The national dialogue conducted by Tunisia’s main political parties and civil society groups paved the way for free and fair elections in 2014. Since then, we have formed a national unity government and embarked on wide-ranging reforms to accelerate economic recovery and meet the demands of our young and ambitious population. Our success in satisfying these demands will protect our young people from the lure of such options of despair as extremism and illegal migration. Seven years after the 2010 revolution, we are yet to satisfy the aspirations of our youth who are clamouring for jobs and a chance at a better life. Our democratic experiment will not succeed without the success of our economic transition. We are already working to establish a business-friendly environment through vast reforms ensuring the removal of red tape, the alleviation of tax burdens, and the facilitation of investment and customs procedures. We held an international investment conference last November that highlighted Tunisia’s many assets. We are counting on the support of the international community to boost investments and financial resources and expand trade opportunities for Tunisia. A safe environment A crucial factor in our economic recovery is to ensure a safe environment for our own citizens as well as foreign investors and visitors. The security measures we have taken to combat terrorism and protect our borders have prevented major incidents from occurring since the 2015 attacks – credit goes to the improved efficiency of our security forces and support from our foreign friends and partners, especially the G7 members. The fight against terrorism will be long and costly. It requires budget spending at the expense of human and social development resources, at a time when such resources are needed most. It is also a multifaceted struggle requiring far-reaching educational reforms that Beji Caid Essebsi President, Tunisia instil young minds with the culture of technological innovation and openness and counter the narratives of extremism and radicalisation. We know that innovation is necessary for the economic growth that will create greater employment and business opportunities. Tunisia boasts a large pool of university graduates and, each year, about 70,000 new graduates enter the job market. Over one-third of them are science and technology majors. More than halting migration Africa looms large in our future, and given the potential Africa offers, this conviction should be shared by Europe and the rest of the world. European concerns over unprecedented migration inflows and security threats are legitimate. But Europe’s policies towards Africa should be about more than just halting illegal migration. A long-term policy must also focus on the wider issues of sustainable development, youth employment and poverty eradication. Tunisia, whose ancient name ‘Ifriqiya’ gave Africa its name, remains one of the continent’s key actors. We understand Africa’s predicaments and want to work with our African partners to pursue an economic model that ensures both the continued growth and the sustainable development of the continent. Helping the displaced There are, of course, urgent tasks requiring immediate action. Among them is the situation in Libya, where lawlessness has provided terrorist organisations and illegal migration traffickers with a fertile ground to pursue their business. Since the 2011 uprising in Libya, Tunisia has been hosting about one million displaced Libyans. The economic cost to us from lost trade and employment opportunities in Libya is estimated at billions of dollars. Inspired by our own compromisebased experience of national dialogue, we have consistently encouraged various Libyan parties to iron out their disagreement through peaceful negotiations. With the help of the G7, Tunisia is confident it can meet the challenges it faces today. Tunisia’s success will resonate with the whole community of nations. G7 "Europe’s policies towards Africa should be about more than just halting illegal migration" 10 G7 Italy: The Taormina Summit • May 2017 g7g20.com
Leaders' perspectives LEADER'S PERSPECTIVE At the crossroads With its strategic position in North Africa and the Mediterranean, Tunisia is uniquely placed to build on its free and fair elections by establishing wideranging economic reforms, writes Beji Caid Essebsi, President of Tunisia RAINER JENSEN/DPA/ALAMY LIVE NEWS g7g20.com May 2017 • G7 Italy: The Taormina Summit 11
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