The Future of Africa Depends on Cooperation Between Our States
Ouael Chouchene, Secretary of State for Industry, made this statement during the opening of the second Salma Dialogue in Dakar.
This meeting takes place in a context of rapid transformations: industries are evolving, resources are dwindling, and sustainability has become a necessity. In this framework, the forum is counting on South-South and triangular cooperation to guarantee the continent's economic sovereignty and create value.
A Historical Relationship Being Modernized
The Secretary of State recalled that the solidarity between Tunisia and Senegal dates back to the days following their independence. Today, this bond of trust is adapting to current economic realities through concrete projects and operational partnerships on the ground.
Sharing Expertise and Future Sectors
Tunisia wishes to share its experience to promote a more competitive and sustainable industry. The focus is on strategic sectors such as:
- The automotive industry and sustainable mobility
- Innovation and local integration
- Training, relying on the existing Tunisian ecosystem
The 2027 Pact
At the heart of this strategy, the 2027 Competitiveness Pact aims to build transcontinental value chains. For Chouchene, South-South cooperation should no longer be just a concept, but a lever for investment, skill transfer, and job creation.
Conclusion
In conclusion, he invited African and international partners to build an integrated cooperation model. The goal is to enable Africa to move forward using its own strengths, while remaining open to global partnerships.
