TUNIS, May 27 (Xinhua) -- Tunisian Prime Minister Elyes Fakhfakh affirmed Wednesday that the government is determined to move forward on the path of major reforms, in particular the digitization of public administration.
Fakhfakh made the remarks at a ceremony held at the headquarters of the government in capital Tunis on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, also stressing the importance of "preparing well for the post-coronavirus phase."
He praised the efforts of all in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic and in ensuring the proper functioning of public services under general confinement and partial lifting of lockdown.
So far, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country stood at 1,051.
The Tunisian government has imposed strict confinement measures shortly after the announcement of the first coronavirus case on March 2.
The North African country has received several batches of medical aid from the Chinese government, Chinese foundations and companies since late March to help its fight against the pandemic. Enditem
