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DRC Seeks Enhanced Social Protection Cooperation with Tunisia

From La Presse · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) seeks to strengthen cooperation with Tunisia in social protection and child welfare.
  • DRC's Minister of State Irène Esambo Diata praised Tunisia's experience and public policies in social affairs.
  • The DRC is particularly interested in Tunisia's expertise in economic inclusion for people with disabilities, digital services for children, and child protection.

Tunisia continues to solidify its position as a regional leader in social policy, extending its expertise to African partners. The recent meeting between DRC's Minister of State Irène Esambo Diata and Tunisia's Minister of Family, Women, Children, and Seniors, Asma Jabri, highlights this growing collaboration.

Minister Diata's visit underscores the DRC's recognition of Tunisia's advanced social programs. She specifically lauded Tunisia's coherent public policies and its significant experience in areas crucial for national development, such as the economic and social inclusion of persons with disabilities and the enhancement of digital services targeted at children.

Tunisia's experience in the social field and the coherence of its public policies.

— Irène Esambo DiataMinister of State of the DRC, praising Tunisia's social policies during a meeting with her Tunisian counterpart.

From a Tunisian perspective, as reported by La Presse, this cooperation is a natural extension of our commitment to social progress. Our nation's efforts in child protection, support for vulnerable categories, and the development of family-centric services are models that resonate across the continent. The DRC's interest in leveraging Tunisian expertise, particularly in integrating children with autism spectrum disorders and improving care facilities, demonstrates the tangible impact of our social initiatives.

This partnership is more than just an exchange of knowledge; it represents a shared vision for a more inclusive and supportive society. By sharing our strategies and best practices, Tunisia not only aids the DRC's development but also reinforces its own standing as a beacon of social innovation in North Africa and beyond. The focus on practical, resident-centered improvements, from digital inclusion to specialized care, reflects a deep understanding of the challenges faced by developing nations.

The interest of his country in benefiting from Tunisian expertise, particularly regarding the economic and social inclusion of people with disabilities, the development of digital services for children, child protection, and the integration of children with autism spectrum disorders.

— Irène Esambo DiataMinister of State of the DRC, outlining specific areas of interest for cooperation with Tunisia.
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Originally published by La Presse in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.