Tunis – The General Assembly of the African Commission of the International Congress SHIELD was held in an official session in the Tunisian capital, with the attendance of a number of official and media figures. The session also included the presence of a judicial officer and a legal notary, along with representatives from security agencies and several journalists who covered the event. Some members of the organization also participated virtually through the online platform, which allowed for greater interaction and engagement with attendees.
The meeting was chaired by Mr. Mohamed Khrouf, President of the Commission, and attended by Ms. Sonia Ben Khalifa, Vice President; Dr. Riad Daldoul, Treasurer; and Mr. Nour Eddine Chouchane, Secretary General of the Commission.
The agenda included the review of financial and organizational reports, an overview of activities conducted during the past period, and the discussion of a future action plan aimed at strengthening the organization’s presence in Africa. The focus was also on expanding the scope of work in promoting a culture of peace, defending human rights, and reinforcing values of coexistence and social justice.
In his opening speech, Mr. Mohamed Khrouf emphasized the pivotal role played by the African Commission in spreading the values of tolerance and enhancing cooperation among nations. He praised the executive team’s commitment and their dedication to fulfilling the organization’s objectives with a spirit of responsibility and coordinated effort.
The session also marked the celebration of the official opening of the International Congress SHIELD’s office in the Republic of Tunisia—an event considered a major step toward strengthening the organization’s regional presence and reaffirming its commitment to the principles of peace, human rights, and international cooperation.
Mr. Khrouf stated:
“We are pleased and honored today to celebrate together the opening of the International Congress SHIELD office in the Republic of Tunisia. This milestone is a significant step in reinforcing the organization’s regional presence and reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the principles of peace, human rights, and international cooperation.”
He added:
“Tunisia has always been a land of dialogue and openness, a model in supporting humanitarian and developmental causes. Therefore, choosing Tunisia to host this office is not coincidental—it is a recognition of its status and effective role in building bridges of communication and understanding between peoples.”
He continued:
“We hope this office will serve as an active platform for implementing programs and initiatives that benefit local communities and enhance collaborative efforts with government institutions and civil society, working toward a future of peace, justice, and human dignity.”
The meeting concluded with a set of unanimously agreed-upon organizational and strategic recommendations, with participants praising the high level of professionalism and coordination. This reflected the collaborative spirit within the Commission and reaffirmed a strong commitment to progress toward shared goals.
In closing, the International Congress SHIELD extended its gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this project, calling on all partners and stakeholders to expand avenues of cooperation and partnership for the benefit of Tunisia and the entire African region.
