AUDI Continues Follow-Up on Green Activities in Arab Cities Project – Participatory Neighborhood Greening

23 Jun 2026

A delegation from the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI), led by Dr. Ziad Alameddine, Director of Urban Policy Research Program, and including Eng. Nassima Chehboun, Project Manager, conducted a three-day working visit to the Republic of Tunisia to follow up on the implementation of the “Supporting Green Activities in Selected Arab Cities – Participatory Neighborhood Greening” project, funded by the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development. The project seeks to revitalize underutilized spaces within the historic city of Tunis through greening activities, public space enhancements, and improvements to the urban environment while preserving the area’s historical and cultural character. These efforts aim to enhance quality of life and promote the concept of participatory neighborhood greening. The visit began with a field tour of the project site alongside representatives of the Association for Safeguarding Tunis Medina (ASM Tunisia) to review implementation progress and monitor ongoing activities. The delegation also met with officials at the Tunis Municipality, including representatives from the Ministries of Interior and Foreign Affairs and municipal officials, to assess achievements to date and discuss upcoming phases. Participants highlighted the importance of continued coordination among partner institutions to ensure the project’s successful implementation. The visit concluded with a meeting with ASM Tunisia to review project progress and discuss measures and procedures to ensure its long-term sustainability. Discussions focused on establishing mechanisms for the continued maintenance of project components after implementation, with the aim of preserving its outcomes and maximizing its lasting impact. The visit was conducted within the framework of the cooperation agreement signed between AUDI and the Tunis Municipality on the sidelines of the 2025 Arab European Cities Dialogue Forum in Riyadh. The agreement forms part of broader efforts to support Arab cities in adopting sustainable urban solutions and strengthening development partnerships.