As part of the Year of Multilateralism, which symbolizes a renewed commitment to strengthening cooperation and partnerships with United Nations agencies and the multilateral system, and in line with the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD), Tunisia will host a thematic workshop on May 6, 2025, focused on diaspora engagement in promoting investment and sustainable development.

Organized jointly by the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Tunisia, this event is integrated into the broader GFMD framework. It closely aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM), both of which emphasize the importance of migration and the diaspora as key drivers of inclusive growth and social cohesion. Drawing inspiration from the international momentum initiated by the Global Diaspora Summit (GDS) and the Dublin Declaration, the workshop aims to highlight the strategic potential of diasporas — including remittances, productive investments, skills transfers, and innovative partnerships. These dimensions are essential for stimulating job creation, supporting innovation, and strengthening economic and social resilience.

Ahead of the Colombia summit, this thematic workshop represents a strategic opportunity to enhance Tunisia’s visibility on the international stage, showcase its national initiatives for diaspora engagement, and consolidate government actions toward good migration governance. It will also provide a platform to share global best practices, foster collaboration with other countries, and chart an ambitious roadmap to maximize the diaspora’s contribution to sustainable development.

IFAD will share expertise during this important event, as a speaker in Session “Catalyzing Diaspora Investment in Emerging and Innovative Sectors“ discussing and shaping concrete outcomes that help unlock the full strategic potential of diaspora engagement.