Tunisia is a nation with a rich history and a diverse cultural heritage, known for its pivotal role in the Arab Spring. Politically, it is a unitary republic with a multi-party system, though recent years have seen significant changes under the leadership of President Kais Saied. Since his election in 2019, Saied has implemented a series of measures aimed at consolidating executive power, sparking debates about the balance between democracy and strong governance.
Algeria
BRIEF. The prestigious journalists' NGO has published its annual report on press freedom with mixed results for the Maghreb countries. With the exception of Mauritania, which remains in the top third, all the other countries score poorly.
Libya
INSIGHT. Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia have different views on the Libyan conflict, reflecting their different priorities and objectives for the country.