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Tunisian president appoints first female prime minister in Arab world

Tunisia’s President Khais Saeed on Wednesday appointed 63-year-old Najla Boden Ramadan as Tunisia’s new prime minister. which made her prime minister The first woman in the Arab world.

“This is the first time in Tunisia’s history. that women lead the government,” Saeed said as he met with Ms Ramadan at the presidential palace on Wednesday. “This is an honor for Tunisia and Tunisian women.”

Ms Ramadan was the Minister of Higher Education in 2011, but is now prime minister during the country’s crisis. When the democracy gained from the 2011 revolution is at stake After President Saeed took power stop government activities and will rule the country by decree

Tunisia also faces a public financial crisis. After years of economic stagnation aggravated by the coronavirus pandemic and political struggle The new government of Mrs. Ramadan will have to move quickly to find financial support. to budget and pay public debt

However, many feared that Mrs. Ramadan might have less power than she should have. because Mr Saeed announced last week that The government will be under the responsibility of the President. and he will be able to elect or dismiss ministers. resulting in the position of Prime Minister less important