Tunisia

As the impacts of climate change intensify, agricultural training plays a key role in strengthening the resilience of farming systems and sector stakeholders. In Tunisia, Swisscontact, through the Takween programme, supports national institutions in sustainably integrating climate considerations into agricultural skills development.

Under the title “Tunisian Talents: A driving force for Swiss companies”, the PERSPECTIVES programme held its first event in the German‑speaking part of Switzerland on 21 January 2026 in Zurich. The evening offered insights into the experiences of Tunisian professionals living and working in Switzerland and showed the skills and perspectives they bring to the local labour market. Through two panel discussions, young professionals, entrepreneurs and employers shared their views – open, practice‑oriented and with a clear message: Tunisian talent can be a valuable addition to Swiss companies.

The Perspectives program, supported by the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and implemented by Swisscontact, is opening new doors for young Tunisian professionals. Through an 18-month work experience in Swiss companies, participants gain hands-on skills, improve their language proficiency, and immerse themselves in innovative work environments.

Established through a bilateral agreement between Switzerland and Tunisia, the program facilitates the integration of motivated young talent into local teams in Switzerland, while offering Swiss companies privileged access to highly qualified profiles. With streamlined procedures, personalized support, and free participation, Perspectives stands out as a unique initiative fostering strong and lasting partnerships between the two countries.