Tunisian President, European council President discuss boosting ties

Tunis, Tunisia (PANA) - The "excellent" relations between Tunisia and its traditional European partners and the need to find a new approach to these relations were at the centre of a telephone conversation on Thursday between Tunisian President Kais Saied and European Council President Charles Michel.

The two men also reaffirmed the importance of a collective fight against the new coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Tunisian head of state explained the reasons that led him to take the initiative to present to the Security Council a draft resolution aimed at overcoming traditional approaches and a close understanding of security.

The President of the European Council expressed his support for the Tunisian initiative and the need to overcome disputes between certain countries, particularly the major powers.

The two men also discussed the situation in Libya, whose complications, according to Mr. Saied, are the result of foreign interference. He reiterated that the solution to the crisis can only come from Libyans themselves.

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