Kuala Lumpur: Opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim says he backs the restoration of the Parliament and rule of law in Tunisia.
Tunisia’s president Kais Saied dismissed the government and froze parliament on Sunday. He is to assume executive authority with the assistance of a new prime minister. The President also dismissed PM Hichem Mechichi.
“The Parliament is the institution which stands in defence of accountability and against the resurgence of the old, dictatorial order. Sweeping it aside for any reason risks undoing a decade of progress and can further undermine the effectiveness of the pandemic response.
“My thoughts are with the people of Tunisia. For over a decade they have patiently and courageously worked to build a just and fair society in the aftermath of decades of oppressive dictatorship.
“Today they are confronted with a rapidly worsening Covid-19 situation which has not been handled effectively by the government. Parliament is the place to challenge the government’s performance. This is why I add my voice to those who call for an immediate restoration of Parliament and of the rule of law in Tunisia.”
