Tunis — The academic community of Sousse governorate expressed warm thanks and deep gratitude to president Zine El Abidine Ben Ali for the special care he is constantly providing to Tunisian universities and academics , which allowed to promote the system of education and research that has now worked its way up to the level of advanced countries.

In messages extended to the head of state, the academic community paid a glowing tribute to President Ben Ali for the pioneering, historic measures he decided at the special session of the regional council of Sousse governorate.

These measures, they said, will certainly promote the systems of higher education and scientific research, contribute to build-up a new economy and take up the challenge of international competition.

In conclusion, the senders of messages, including professors, students and staff, reaffirmed commitment to contribute to the success of next Sunday's presidential and legislative elections, so as to make this day a memorable date that testifies to their attachment to president Ben Ali as leader of the successful progress of Tunisia and most capable of taking up challenges and achieving the country's progress and prosperity.