A Tunisian parliamentarian has warned that the increasing emigration of skilled professionals, including 7,000 engineers and numerous doctors, poses a threat to national security. Riadh Jaidane, head of the parliamentary commission on foreign affairs and migration, raised the alarm regarding this growing “brain drain.” The departure of highly qualified individuals is now being framed as a critical issue impacting the country’s stability. This exodus represents a significant loss of expertise and potentially weakens key sectors. Jaidane’s statement highlights the severity of the situation and suggests a need for urgent government attention to address the factors driving emigration. The article appeared in Business News, further emphasizing the economic implications of this trend.