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Chedly Ayari
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Ayari in 2013
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| President of the Central Bank of Tunisia | |
| In office 24 July 2012 – 16 February 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Mustapha Kamel Nabli |
| Succeeded by | Marouane Abassi |
| Minister of Equipment, Housing and Spatial Planning | |
| In office 25 September 1974 – 19 February 1975 |
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| Preceded by | Mustapha Zaanouni |
| Succeeded by | Mansour Moalla |
| Minister of Finance | |
| In office 22 March 1972 – 25 September 1974 |
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| Preceded by | Mekki Zidi |
| Succeeded by | Abdelaziz Lasram |
| Minister of Education | |
| In office 12 June 1970 – 29 October 1971 |
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| Preceded by | Mohammed Mzali |
| Succeeded by | Abdelaziz Beltaïef |
| Minister of Youth and Sports | |
| In office 12 June 1970 – 6 November 1970 |
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| Preceded by | Mohammed Mzali |
| Succeeded by | Abdelaziz Beltaïef |
| Minister of Equipment, Housing and Spatial Planning | |
| In office 7 November 1969 – 12 June 1970 |
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| Preceded by | Abderrazak Rassaa |
| Succeeded by | Mansour Moalla |
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| Born | 21 August 1933 Tunis, French Tunisia |
| Died | 28 January 2021 (aged 87) |
| Political party | PSD |
Chedly Ayari (born August 21, 1933 – died January 28, 2021) was an important figure from Tunisia. He was a politician, an economist who studied money and resources, and a diplomat who represented his country.
Ayari held many important jobs in the government under Habib Bourguiba, who was the President of Tunisia for a long time. Later, he became the President of the Central Bank of Tunisia. This is like being in charge of the country's main bank, which manages its money and financial system. He held this role from 2012 to 2018.
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Early Life and Education
Chedly Ayari was born in Tunis, the capital city of Tunisia. He went to Sadiki College for his high school studies. After that, he moved to France to continue his education.
He studied at the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences in Paris. In 1961, he earned a special degree called a doctorate in economics. He also got a master's degree in private law from the Paris-Sorbonne University. This shows he was very dedicated to learning.
Career Highlights
Chedly Ayari had a long and impressive career. He worked in banking, taught at universities, and held many high-level government positions. He also worked with international organizations.
University Professor and Researcher
Ayari started his career in banking. Soon after, he became a teacher at Tunis University. He earned another high academic degree in economics from the University of Paris. This allowed him to become a full professor at Tunis University. He also taught at other universities, including Aix-Marseille University in France.
As a researcher, Ayari focused on how money works between different countries. He also studied how governments manage their economies and how people develop and improve their lives. He wrote many books about economics, money, and social issues. These books were published in several languages, including French, Arabic, English, and German.
Political and Diplomatic Roles
Ayari was involved in the Tunisian national movement from a young age. This movement worked for Tunisia's independence. He was a member of a student union and later joined a major political party.
President Habib Bourguiba chose Ayari for several important jobs in his government.
- He was the Minister of Equipment, Housing and Spatial Planning twice. This job involves planning cities and building homes.
- He also served as the Minister of Youth and Sports.
- He was the Minister of Education, overseeing schools and learning.
- Later, he became the Minister of Finance. This role is about managing the country's money and budget.
Ayari also worked as a diplomat, representing Tunisia in other countries and at international organizations.
- He was an economic advisor for Tunisia at the United Nations in New York City.
- He served as Ambassador to the European Commission, Belgium, and Luxembourg. An ambassador is a country's official representative in another country.
- He also held leadership roles at the World Bank and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa. These banks help countries with their economic growth.
Leading the Central Bank
On July 24, 2012, Chedly Ayari was chosen to be the President of the Central Bank of Tunisia. This was a very important job. The Central Bank manages the country's money supply, controls inflation, and oversees other banks.
When he took over, Tunisia's economy was facing challenges. Ayari worked hard to improve the situation. He also introduced new rules to make the banking system stronger. His efforts were recognized, and he received an award for excellence in the Arab world in 2014. In 2017, he was praised by an international finance magazine for his work.
Ayari resigned from his position as President of the Central Bank on February 14, 2018.
Personal Life
Chedly Ayari was the son of Sadok and Fatouma Ayari. He married Élaine Vatteau in 1959. They lived in Gammarth, a town in Tunisia, and had three children together.
He passed away on January 28, 2021, due to COVID-19.
Honours
Chedly Ayari received several high awards and honours for his service:
- Grand Cordon of the Order of Tunisian Independence
- Grand Cordon of the Order of the Tunisian Republic
- Grand Officer of the Ordre du 7-Novembre
- Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour (a very prestigious French award)
