Latest discovery of archaeological remains in Tunisia by Chinese staff

A Chinese staff recently discovered an archaeological site of the Roman period. The discovery has taken place during the preparing inauguration of a sport and cultural complex project in Ben Arous province in southern suburbs of Tunis.

“The inauguration was scheduled this Friday, but the workers of the Chinese company in charge of this project detected the archaeological remains,” said Sonia Ben Cheikh said. “It will be necessary to identify this archaeological monument which should constitute a wealth for the Tunisian heritage and we will decide with our Chinese partner,” Ben Cheikh added.

The complex project, which will be built with China’s assistance, includes a swimming pool, a block of administration and auditorium, the accommodation of 100 beds, sports rooms, recreation areas and so on. “China is contributing to the development and prosperity of Tunisia through projects such as the sports and cultural center of El-Menzah in north of Tunis and a university hospital in Sfax in the center of the country,” Cheikh said.