Bethlehem: Tunis: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti declared that women currently make up 39.3% of Tunisia's diplomatic corps. They constituted 80% of the most recent class of Foreign Affairs secretaries, a notable increase compared to 74% in 2025 and 50% in 2024. Speaking at the International Day of Women in Diplomacy event at the Tunis Diplomatic Academy, Nafti emphasized Tunisia's dedication to enhancing women's roles in diplomatic initiatives. According to Agence Tunis Afrique Presse, Nafti highlighted Tunisia's historical inclusion of women in its first delegation to the United Nations General Assembly post-independence. He credited this approach to the modern state's founders, who envisioned equality among citizens and the empowerment of women as fundamental principles. The minister honored Tunisian women diplomats for their contributions to national sovereignty, the defense of the country's interests, and sustainable development efforts. He acknowledged the ir active involvement within the ministry and international organizations in dialogue, negotiations, and consensus-building, as well as their role in promoting peace and security both regionally and globally. Nafti also mentioned Tunisia's support for United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 in 2000, recognizing women's rights beyond protection and prevention, and acknowledging their essential role in peace, security, and global development efforts. Tunisia was the first North African country to implement a national action plan for this resolution and has launched a second plan for 2023-2027. Florence Basty, representing the UN Women office for Tunisia and Libya, praised Tunisia as a pioneer in advancing women's rights regionally and internationally. She highlighted Tunisia's history of women's significant roles in multilateral diplomacy and international peace efforts. Basty emphasized that Tunisia's commitment to women's centrality in national priorities and diplomatic action underscores its strate gic choice and international responsibility. Basty further noted that this commitment aligns with the 'Women, Peace and Security' agenda and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, serving as a framework to enhance women's roles in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and sustainable security. An exhibition organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at the Diplomatic Academy celebrated Tunisian women pioneers in diplomacy, showcasing their careers and contributions to national diplomacy.