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Rached Ghannouchi

Rached Ghannouchi is a Tunisian politician and academic known for his leadership in the Nahda Party, an Islamist-oriented political movement. He played a key role in Tunisia’s transition to democracy following the 2011 Arab Spring protests, advocating for political pluralism and peaceful change. Ghannouchi has a background in political science and Islamic thought, emphasizing moderation and dialogue. His influence extends beyond Tunisia, representing a modern approach to integrating Islamic values within democratic frameworks. Despite facing political challenges and bans in the past, he remains a significant figure in Tunisia’s ongoing democratic development.