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African Manager
23-04-2025
- Business
- African Manager
Tunisia in the crosshairs of Brazilian business leaders
A Brazilian trade delegation is expected in Tunis at the end of May 2025 as part of a visit organized on the initiative of the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (APEX-Brasil) to explore the Tunisian market and its products, according to Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Brazil in Tunis, Fernando José Marrone de Abreu. During a meeting held on Monday in Tunis with President of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (UTICA), Samir Majoul, the Brazilian diplomat explained that the mission, who will also include Algeria and Morocco, will be led by a number of Brazilian businessmen and representatives of economic institutions. It will be an opportunity to hold bilateral meetings and opening up new horizons for cooperation and partnership, particularly in the food processing, pharmaceutical, transport, tourism and automotive sectors… according to information published by the employers' association. Both parties underlined the importance of developing relations between the two countries, particularly in the economic and trade fields, in line with global challenges and the opportunities offered by international partnerships. In line with South-South complementarity In the same context, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen trade and investment exchanges between the two countries and broaden the horizons of cooperation in many sectors and areas. They underlined the pioneering role that the Tunisian-Brazilian Joint Business Council can play in supporting the partnership between businessmen in both countries, facilitating bilateral meetings and organizing joint economic events and exhibitions. In the same context, both parties renewed their commitment to continue working together to strengthen bilateral economic relations and promote trade in a way that serves the interests of both countries and supports the path of development and South-South complementarity, according to the same source. The meeting at the headquarters of the employers' organization was attended by a number of members of the National Executive Committee, the head of the Tunisian side of the Tunisian-Brazilian Business Council and representatives of the Union's economic sectors. It should be noted that a delegation from the Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts, comprising a number of leaders from various sectors, will accompany the former Foreign Minister, Nabil Ammar, on an official working visit to Brazil in July 2024, as part of a mission representing the private sector and Tunisian official structures responsible for the pharmaceutical and phosphate sectors, in addition to customs. The visit will be marked by the organization of a Tunisian-Brazilian business forum and the activation of the joint business council, as well as the holding of bilateral meetings between the delegation of Tunisian businessmen and their Brazilian counterparts, according to the same press release. Phosphate and olive oil versus coffee and soft drinks It should be recalled that Tunisia's trade with Brazil amounted to around 1,530.4 billion dinars in 2024, compared with 1,541.1 million dinars a year ago. The same statistics show that the main products exported from Tunisia to Brazil were chemicals, phosphates, olive oil, dates and electrical machinery, while the main products imported by Brazil were coffee, sugar and soft drinks. The total volume of Brazilian olive oil imports in 2024 amounted to around 250,000 tons, with a total value of around $695 million. Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established in 1956, followed by the agreement signed in 1990, which created the Tunisian-Brazilian Joint Economic Council. In 2001, the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding for political consultations.
Saraha News
12-04-2025
- Business
- Saraha News
Senator Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq Reviews in Paris The Prospects for Enhancing Economic Cooperation Between France and Jordan
The Executive Office and Board of Directors of the Arab-French Chamber met in the French capital, Paris, headed by the Chamber's President, Vincent Reyna, with the participation of the Chamber's First Vice President and President of the Jordan Chamber of Commerce, Senator Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq, the President of the Union of Arab Chambers, Samir Majoul, the President of the Qatar Chamber, Khalifa Al Thani, and the Secretary-General of the Union of Arab Chambers, Dr. Khaled Hanafi, in addition to members of the Chamber from the Arab and French sides. During the meetings, the current work of the Arab-French Chamber and the role it plays in strengthening and enhancing economic, trade, and investment relations between France and the Arab world were reviewed. The ongoing preparations for the upcoming Arab-French Economic Summit were also discussed. Samir Majoul, President of the Union of Arab Chambers, Senator Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq, President of the Jordan Chamber of Commerce, and Dr. Khaled Hanafi, Secretary-General of the Federation of Arab Chambers, participated in the dialogue meeting held in the French capital, Paris, with the Chairman of the Foreign Relations and National Security Committee in the French Parliament. This was attended by a wide range of Arab and French businessmen, in addition to a prominent presence from the Council of Arab Ambassadors accredited to the French capital, Paris, as well as members of the Board of Directors of the Arab-French Chamber. During the meeting, the historical relations between France and the Arab world were reviewed, as well as ways to develop them into a strategic partnership in the coming period, given the current global circumstances. The meeting also touched on the activities and events the Chamber will organize this year, which will enhance cooperation between Arab countries and the French Republic in the fields of trade and investment. His Excellency Senator Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq praised the growing trade relations between Arab countries and France, noting that the Jordan Chamber of Commerce is working with the Arab chambers that are members of the Arab-French Chamber of Commerce to unify positions on various economic and trade issues, leading to the promotion of Arab exports to the French Republic. He pointed out that the Arab-French Chamber of Commerce aims to develop and strengthen trade relations and cooperation between economic and commercial decision-makers in France and the Arab countries. His Excellency highlighted the close cooperation ties between Jordan and France, stressing the importance of strengthening cooperation between Jordanian businessmen and their French counterparts, which would contribute to increasing trade exchange between the two countries, making France an important trading partner for Jordan. Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq noted that many Jordanian businessmen and investors are turning to the French market for its attractive investment climate and lucrative opportunities.
African Manager
14-03-2025
- Business
- African Manager
UTICA/CBF: It is imperative to develop electronic payment system
The urgent need to develop and democratize the electronic payment system was the focus of a recent working session between Samir Majoul, President of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (UTICA), and Néji Ghandri, President of the Banking and Financial Council (CBF). During the meeting held at the UTICA headquarters, attended by members of the executive bureau of the employers' organization and representatives of the CBF, emphasis was placed on the necessity of offering citizens affordable banking cards that provide ease of payment. Discussing the 'TuniChèque' platform, participants deemed it essential to resolve issues hindering the platform's smooth operation and to organize informational sessions on its use. In this context, the presidents of UTICA and CBF highlighted the importance of the success of this new platform, calling for a reduction in cash usage, which only fuels the informal economy. On another note, the two parties discussed ways to restructure companies classified by banks, in light of the results of the legal revaluation of their real estate and movable assets. This aims to facilitate their access to financing and enable them to fully play their economic and social roles. Additionally, they stressed the imperative of supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in overcoming obstacles to their sustainability, bolstering the export sector, diversifying national revenue sources, and improving the trade balance as well as the balance of payments.
