Tunisian President Kais Saied replaces 19 ministers, including key posts, ahead of Oct 6 election amidst repression claims and financial crisis.
Tunisian President Kais Saied has replaced 19 ministers, including key positions in defense, foreign affairs, and economics, ahead of the October 6th presidential election. Critics argue Saied, who previously shut down the elected parliament, is using the reshuffle to weaken electoral opponents and secure re-election amid financial crisis and public discontent over water and electricity outages, and shortages of essential goods and medicines. Human Rights Watch claims Tunisia is experiencing increased repression of dissent and free speech, without crucial checks and balances on Saied's power.
August 25, 2024
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