Tunisia—the only country to emerge from the Arab Spring with a functioning democracy—faces challenges from a flailing economy and terrorism, even as its parliament approved a new government with a confidence vote on Monday, Aug. 29.
Tunisia is important to security in the region, and its efforts at democratization offer hope that other Arab countries could follow suit. However, persistent challenges remain that could easily set back a nation that has made great strides in achieving democratic governance.
Inclusive Government
New Tunisian Prime Minister Youssef Chahed (R) shakes hands with former Prime Minister Habib Essid during the handover ceremony in Tunis on Aug. 29, 2016. AP Photo/Riadh Dridi
