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African Manager
19-04-2025
- Business
- African Manager
EU Ambassador: 90% of investment in Tunisia is European
The European Union (EU) and Tunisia would soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary of their association agreement, Giuseppe Perrone, the EU ambassador in Tunis, told MosaiqueFM on Thursday. He said that the agreement had been very beneficial for Tunisia. With three thousand companies providing more than 400,000 jobs, the EU accounts for 70% of trade and 90% of foreign investment in Tunisia,' he said. 'In addition to the economy, the EU has launched numerous social programmes in Tunisia, including vocational training and job creation,' he added. Giuseppe Perrone pointed out that cooperation programs in higher education and vocational training, such as 'Horizon Europe' and 'Erasmus+ Tunisia', enable Tunisians to benefit from more attractive job offers and contribute to economic development. He also pointed out that the European Union was waiting for Tunisian proposals before resuming discussions on a possible free trade agreement along the lines of the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Areas (DCFTA).
Babnet
28-01-2025
- Business
- Babnet
Minister of Economy Oversees Information Day on "Funding Opportunities Under the Cross-Border Cooperation Program for the Mediterranean Basin"
On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the Minister of Economy and Planning, Mr. Samir Abdel Hafidh, presided over the opening of an information day organized by the ministry in collaboration with the European Union. The event focused on "Funding Opportunities Under the Cross-Border Cooperation Program for the Mediterranean Basin – Next Med." The event was attended by the EU Ambassador to Tunisia, Mr. Giuseppe Perrone, along with representatives from the Next Med program, central and regional administrations, local authorities, public institutions, universities, research centers, chambers of commerce and industry, technical centers, technology hubs, national organizations, and others. During his address, Mr. Samir Abdel Hafidh highlighted the program's importance in fostering cooperation and partnership in the Mediterranean Basin by providing funding for projects aimed at addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges in the region. These opportunities are available to both the public and private sectors. The minister noted that the Next Med program, with a budget of approximately €84 million, is dedicated to joint projects in critical areas, such as energy efficiency, circular economy, water management, innovative solutions to combat climate change, ecological challenges, and reducing carbon emissions. These fields align closely with Tunisia's current and future national priorities. Mr. Abdel Hafidh praised the robust collaboration between Tunisia and the European Union, particularly through programs like the cross-border cooperation initiative. This program aligns with the EU's neighborhood policy, which aims to make the Mediterranean region a space of peace, development, and prosperity. He expressed hope that the event would allow participants to gain a deeper understanding of the funding opportunities available through Next Med, the procedures to access them, and how to design projects that align with the program's objectives.
Zawya
27-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Tunis Rapid Railway Network Line D inaugurated
Tunis - The Line D project of the Tunis Rapid Railway Network (RFR) between Tunis and Gobaa was inaugurated on Saturday by Transport Minister Rachid Amri. The project is 13.5 kilometers long and is worth TND 1,360 million, with a 40% contribution from the Tunisian State and 60% covered by co-financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB), the French Development Agency (AFD), the German Development Bank (KFW) and a TND-28 million grant by the European Union (EU). European Union's Ambassador to Tunisia Giuseppe Perrone voiced, in a statement to TAP, satisfaction at the launch of this project, perceived as one of the major partnership projects between the European Union and Tunisia. Transport is a key sector in the bilateral partnership, he said, adding that the launch of this project testifies to the two sides' commitment to achieve projects which positively impact the citizens' living conditions. The ambassador pointed out that preparations are underway to identify other projects with Tunisia in the transport field, as part of workq of the Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) in Brussels, which would then be called to examine bilateral partnership agreements in this field and explore new cooperation opportunities. France's Ambassador to Tunisia Anne Guéguen underlined for her part, the role of the AFD and other partners in the achievement of this project, which will undoubtedly improve transport in Greater Tunis. © Tap 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
