Tunisia – A Revolution and its Consequences

On January 14, 2011 the Tunisians won a great victory. Within just four weeks the desire for freedom, democracy and dignity succeeded in toppling a dictator from his pedestal. Many people in other countries have followed the events in Tunisia with interest, sympathy and even excitement. Tunisia’s revolution has started a wave of change across the whole Arab world. Furthermore, the changes in Tunisia have opened the door to new opportunities to strengthen Euro-Mediterranean relations.