National Council of Tunisian Engineers Meeting
The National Council of Tunisian Engineers met in Sousse from May 1st to 3rd, where they conducted a thorough assessment of the profession and laid the groundwork for a new dynamic in the years to come. Under the theme "The Engineer, Pillar of Sovereignty and Development", these meetings highlighted the strategic challenges related to the role of engineers in the country's development.
Key Discussion Points
At the heart of the discussions was the need to thoroughly review the legal framework governing the profession, according to the TAP agency. Participants called for the acceleration of the adoption of a new law to replace the current one, which dates back to 1982 and is now considered outdated in the face of technological and economic changes. The goal is to provide the sector with a more adapted framework that meets current requirements and national ambitions.
Strengthening the Position of Engineers
In this context, the Order of Engineers aims to strengthen its position as a key player with public authorities. It aims to put its expertise at the service of the country's major orientations, particularly in priority areas such as infrastructure, energy transition, digital transformation, water security, and food security.
Internal Reform
A internal reform was also announced to modernize the organization's functioning. According to the same source, this evolution involves a greater involvement of young engineers and better representation of women in decision-making positions, reflecting a desire for openness and renewal.
Social Concerns
On the social level, the findings remain concerning. The Council emphasized the deterioration of engineers' material conditions in Tunisia, while warning about the continued brain drain abroad. In response to this situation, the body calls for urgent measures to improve the professional environment and offer incentives to retain talent.
Retaining Engineers
Engineers are not looking for just one thing to stay, but a set of concrete conditions that make their career stable, motivating, and evolving. In Tunisia, as elsewhere, their decision depends mainly on the balance between recognition, income, and prospects. It is worth noting that around 46,000 engineers out of 105,000 registered have left Tunisia over the past decade, according to the Order of Tunisian Engineers. This phenomenon, which has intensified since 2014, is explained in part by the attractiveness of salaries and working conditions abroad.
Conclusion
Through these recommendations, Tunisian engineers seek to reposition their role as a central lever for national development, in a context marked by growing economic and technological challenges.
