Tunisian Member of Parliament Rim Sghaier defended the use of decree-laws on Friday, October 2nd, 2026, arguing they are justified by the country’s presidential system. Sghaier, a member of the General Legislation Commission of the Assembly of the People's Representatives (ARP), made the statement during a meeting. She asserted that the current period necessitates the implementation of these decrees. The comments come amidst ongoing debate regarding the extent of executive power in Tunisia. The article first appeared on Business News, a Tunisian publication. Sghaier’s justification highlights a potential acceptance of expanded presidential authority within the ARP. This raises questions about the balance of power in Tunisian governance.