And mentioned the upcoming legislative elections as well as respect for democratic principles, separation of powers, consolidation of the rule of law, pluralism and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.
The High Representative of the European Union (EU), Josep Borell, spoke on Wednesday on the results of the constitutional referendum held in Tunisia on July 25.
In a statement made public today, the High Representative declared that “the European Union takes note of the provisional results of the constitutional referendum (…) which was marked by a low turnout”, recalling that “a broad consensus among different political forces, including political parties and civil society, is essential for the success of a process that preserves democratic gains”.
The press release emphasized the “preparation and the methods of holding the legislative elections”, scheduled for next December, where an “inclusive national dialogue” should be initiated according to the expression of the High Representative.
According to the same source, “the election of Parliament will form the cornerstone of the country’s return to the regular functioning of institutions, in full respect of democratic principles, in particular the separation of powers, the consolidation of the rule of law, pluralism and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms”.
The statement also said that the EU “will continue to follow developments closely and will remain at the side of the Tunisian people and attentive to their needs at this crucial time for the country”.
The European Union says it is ready to provide its political support to bring about a successful democratic transition in Tunisia, and to support the Tunisian people in the face of the major socio-economic and financial challenges currently facing the country which is going through a major economic crisis, compounded by the repercussions of the Russian-led war in Ukraine.
The press release concludes by emphasizing the need for Tunisia to carry out urgent structural reforms in order to hope for a way out of the crisis.
On May 25, Tunisian President Kaïs Saïed issued a decree calling on voters to vote for a new constitution for the country in a popular referendum held on July 25.
On June 30, Saïed published the draft Constitution in the official journal of the Tunisian Republic (JORT), and amended it on June 8 of the same month.
The draft of the new Constitution was finally approved, after obtaining 94.6% of the votes.
