Parliamentary Secretary Alghabra welcomes representatives of Tunisia's National Dialogue Quartet
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May 17, 2016 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
Omar Alghabra, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Consular Affairs), today met with the leaders of the member organizations of the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet, recipient of the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize, in Ottawa.
Parliamentary Secretary Alghabra and the representatives of the Quartet discussed Tunisia’s democratic transition and the significant progress made, particularly in terms of civil and political rights, in building a democratic and pluralistic society.
The Quartet was awarded the Nobel Prize in honour of its vital role in Tunisia’s 2013 crisis, which threatened the democratic transition the country had undertaken in 2011. This is the first Nobel Prize awarded to a Tunisian organization.
During their visit to Ottawa, the representatives of the Quartet also met with the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada. In addition, they attended question period in the House of Commons and met with the Honourable Geoff Regan, Speaker of the House.
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“The key role the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet played during the 2013 crisis shows clearly the importance of civil society in Tunisia’s new democracy. Canada unequivocally supports Tunisians’ determination to move their country forward on a foundation of social and political consensus. This peaceful model also contributes to the progress of democracy and stability in the Middle Eastern and North African region.”
- Omar Alghabra, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Consular Affairs)
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