Tunisia

Country Tunisia
Capital Tunis
Continent Africa
Currency Tunisian dinar(TND)
Languages Arabic, Tunisian Arabic, French & Berber

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Rivalry between French and Italian interests in Tunisia culminated in a French invasion in 1881 and the creation of a protectorate. Agitation for independence in the decades following World War I was finally successful in getting the French to recognize Tunisia as an independent state in 1956. The country's first president, Habib BOURGUIBA, established a strict one-party state. He dominated the country for 31 years, repressing Islamic fundamentalism and establishing rights for women unmatched by any other Arab nation. In November 1987, BOURGUIBA was removed from office and replaced by Zine el Abidine BEN ALI in a bloodless coup. BEN ALI is currently serving his fifth consecutive five-year term as president. Tunisia has long taken a moderate, non-aligned stance in its foreign relations. Domestically, it has sought to defuse rising pressure for a more open political society.

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Tunisia - World Bank GroupTunisia  World Bank Group

Hungary claim no-nonsense win against Tunisia to boost Olympic challenge - IHFHungary claim no-nonsense win against Tunisia to boost Olympic challenge  IHF

Tunisia closes crossing with Libya amid border clashes - The New ArabTunisia closes crossing with Libya amid border clashes  The New Arab

The Inauguration Ceremony of the International Diplomatic Academy of Tunis is Held - ?????The Inauguration Ceremony of the International Diplomatic Academy of Tunis is Held  ?????

Egypt becomes latest host of FIFA’s new friendly series, to play Croatia, Tunisia and New Zealand - SportstarEgypt becomes latest host of FIFA’s new friendly series, to play Croatia, Tunisia and New Zealand  Sportstar

IPL 2024: See how to watch tournament live in Tunisia - The Economic TimesIPL 2024: See how to watch tournament live in Tunisia  The Economic Times

Tunisia: 5 Persons Arrested over Links to 'Terrorist Organization' - Asharq Al-awsat - EnglishTunisia: 5 Persons Arrested over Links to 'Terrorist Organization'  Asharq Al-awsat - English

Brochure: Strategic note 2022–2025: Tunisia | Publications - UN WomenBrochure: Strategic note 2022–2025: Tunisia | Publications  UN Women

Strong Portugal extend Olympics hopes with win over Tunisia - IHFStrong Portugal extend Olympics hopes with win over Tunisia  IHF

Thousands protest Tunisia's falling living standards - FRANCE 24 EnglishThousands protest Tunisia's falling living standards  FRANCE 24 English

34 migrants rescued off Tunisia coast, two dead after boat sinks - Le Monde34 migrants rescued off Tunisia coast, two dead after boat sinks  Le Monde

EU president and EU leaders to travel to Egypt for Tunisia-style migration deal - RFI EnglishEU president and EU leaders to travel to Egypt for Tunisia-style migration deal  RFI English

World Report 2024: Tunisia - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2024: Tunisia  Human Rights Watch

Water restrictions, increased prices and imprisonment: How is Tunisia battling 5 years of drought? - EuronewsWater restrictions, increased prices and imprisonment: How is Tunisia battling 5 years of drought?  Euronews

At least 34 missing in Shipwreck off Tunisia, 1,313 migrants were reported dead last year - WIONAt least 34 missing in Shipwreck off Tunisia, 1,313 migrants were reported dead last year  WION

Tunisia's olive oil exporters lament missed opportunities - ReutersTunisia's olive oil exporters lament missed opportunities  Reuters

Tunisia Country Climate and Development Report - World Bank GroupTunisia Country Climate and Development Report  World Bank Group

Norway celebrate their Olympics ticket with big win over Tunisia - IHFNorway celebrate their Olympics ticket with big win over Tunisia  IHF

Climate Action will Boost Tunisia's Economy, says World Bank Report - World Bank GroupClimate Action will Boost Tunisia's Economy, says World Bank Report  World Bank Group

Tunisia's Economic Recovery Slows Down amid the Drought - World Bank GroupTunisia's Economic Recovery Slows Down amid the Drought  World Bank Group

Tunisia: the government promises economic and financial liberalizations that have been awaited for years - Agenzia NovaTunisia: the government promises economic and financial liberalizations that have been awaited for years  Agenzia Nova

Tunisia: the government approves a reform to "revolutionize" foreign currency exchanges - Agenzia NovaTunisia: the government approves a reform to "revolutionize" foreign currency exchanges  Agenzia Nova

Tunisia: Authoritarian Drift Erodes Rights - Human Rights WatchTunisia: Authoritarian Drift Erodes Rights  Human Rights Watch

EU Commission Should Stop Ignoring Tunisia's Abuses Against Migrants - Human Rights WatchEU Commission Should Stop Ignoring Tunisia's Abuses Against Migrants  Human Rights Watch

European Commission accused of ‘bankrolling dictators’ by MEPs after Tunisia deal - The GuardianEuropean Commission accused of ‘bankrolling dictators’ by MEPs after Tunisia deal  The Guardian

Why Selma Feriani wants people to discover Tunisia through its art and culture - The NationalWhy Selma Feriani wants people to discover Tunisia through its art and culture  The National

Tunisia’s Saied wants to make the central bank fill the budget deficit - Al Jazeera EnglishTunisia’s Saied wants to make the central bank fill the budget deficit  Al Jazeera English

Ambassador of Republic of Tunisia met Chairman - ISROAmbassador of Republic of Tunisia met Chairman  ISRO

Former Tunisian president Moncef Marzouki given eight years in prison - The GuardianFormer Tunisian president Moncef Marzouki given eight years in prison  The Guardian

The European Union and Tunisia: political agreement on a comprehensive partnership package - European UnionThe European Union and Tunisia: political agreement on a comprehensive partnership package  European Union

Creating a Project Readiness Fund for PPPs in Tunisia - World Bank GroupCreating a Project Readiness Fund for PPPs in Tunisia  World Bank Group

Statewatch | “Action file” on Tunisia outlines EU's externalisation plans - StatewatchStatewatch | “Action file” on Tunisia outlines EU's externalisation plans  Statewatch

At least 34 migrants missing off Tunisia, two die after boat sinks - ReutersAt least 34 migrants missing off Tunisia, two die after boat sinks  Reuters

Statewatch | Parliamentary lawyers: democratic oversight needed for EU-Tunisia migration agreement - StatewatchStatewatch | Parliamentary lawyers: democratic oversight needed for EU-Tunisia migration agreement  Statewatch

Tunisia’s press, civil society silent as Ghannouchi sentenced, analysts say - Al Jazeera EnglishTunisia’s press, civil society silent as Ghannouchi sentenced, analysts say  Al Jazeera English

Tsunami deposits in Tunisia contemporaneous of the large 365 CE Crete earthquake and Mediterranean Sea ... - Nature.comTsunami deposits in Tunisia contemporaneous of the large 365 CE Crete earthquake and Mediterranean Sea ...  Nature.com

Four Daughters review – emotionally wrenching look at why two Tunisian girls turned to fundamentalism - The GuardianFour Daughters review – emotionally wrenching look at why two Tunisian girls turned to fundamentalism  The Guardian

AFCON 2024: Namibia upsets Tunisia with a shock 1-0 victory - SportstarAFCON 2024: Namibia upsets Tunisia with a shock 1-0 victory  Sportstar

Evaluation Highlights: In Tunisia, the emergence of a sustainable microfinance sector - Agence française de développement (AFD)Evaluation Highlights: In Tunisia, the emergence of a sustainable microfinance sector  Agence française de développement (AFD)

At least 34 migrants missing off Tunisia, two die after boat sinks - Arab NewsAt least 34 migrants missing off Tunisia, two die after boat sinks  Arab News

The Buildup to a Crisis: Current Tensions and Future Scenarios for Tunisia - Carnegie Middle East CenterThe Buildup to a Crisis: Current Tensions and Future Scenarios for Tunisia  Carnegie Middle East Center

International Youth Warriors Tournament: Tunisia to take on Mauritania on March 21 - MSNInternational Youth Warriors Tournament: Tunisia to take on Mauritania on March 21  MSN

MEPs claim EU aid to Tunisia went to President Saied instead - The New ArabMEPs claim EU aid to Tunisia went to President Saied instead  The New Arab

At least 13 Sudanese asylum seekers killed after boat capsizes off Tunisia - Al Jazeera EnglishAt least 13 Sudanese asylum seekers killed after boat capsizes off Tunisia  Al Jazeera English

Tunisia, a country far away but feeling close by | News & Media - JICATunisia, a country far away but feeling close by | News & Media  JICA

Tunisia wants to borrow billions from its Central Bank - Africanews EnglishTunisia wants to borrow billions from its Central Bank  Africanews English

Tunisia: Cybercrime Decree Used Against Critics - Human Rights WatchTunisia: Cybercrime Decree Used Against Critics  Human Rights Watch

MEPs blast EU commission over Tunisia migrant deal - EUobserverMEPs blast EU commission over Tunisia migrant deal  EUobserver

Tripoli sends reinforcements to guard border crossing with Tunisia - Libya UpdateTripoli sends reinforcements to guard border crossing with Tunisia  Libya Update

Tunisia's energy sector can become an engine of green growth - World BankTunisia's energy sector can become an engine of green growth  World Bank

Tunisia to present verbal claims on Israel at world court, but no official role due to recognition concerns - Anadolu Agency | EnglishTunisia to present verbal claims on Israel at world court, but no official role due to recognition concerns  Anadolu Agency | English

Tunisia is not a place of safety - Tunisia - ReliefWebTunisia is not a place of safety - Tunisia  ReliefWeb

Tunisia: Reject Bill Dismantling Civil Society - Human Rights WatchTunisia: Reject Bill Dismantling Civil Society  Human Rights Watch

In Tunisia, the families of El Hancha’s disappeared fight to find them - Al Jazeera EnglishIn Tunisia, the families of El Hancha’s disappeared fight to find them  Al Jazeera English

World Bank Group Announces New Country Partnership Framework with Tunisia: Advancing Programs to Unleash ... - World Bank GroupWorld Bank Group Announces New Country Partnership Framework with Tunisia: Advancing Programs to Unleash ...  World Bank Group

Near Sfax, refugees scramble after violent clashes with Tunisia police - Al Jazeera EnglishNear Sfax, refugees scramble after violent clashes with Tunisia police  Al Jazeera English

Tunisia's 2024 election: What role will migration play? - DW (English)Tunisia's 2024 election: What role will migration play?  DW (English)

French probe on 'Saied dictatorship' sparks Tunisian uproar - The New ArabFrench probe on 'Saied dictatorship' sparks Tunisian uproar  The New Arab

SA young scientists to showcase innovative research at Tunisia science festival - Creamer Media's Engineering NewsSA young scientists to showcase innovative research at Tunisia science festival  Creamer Media's Engineering News

Protests erupt in Tunisian town as search continues for 37 missing migrants - Al Jazeera EnglishProtests erupt in Tunisian town as search continues for 37 missing migrants  Al Jazeera English

At Least 34 Migrants Missing off Tunisia, Two Die After Boat Sinks - U.S. News & World ReportAt Least 34 Migrants Missing off Tunisia, Two Die After Boat Sinks  U.S. News & World Report

Tunisia debates bill to criminalise normalisation of ties with Israel - Al Jazeera EnglishTunisia debates bill to criminalise normalisation of ties with Israel  Al Jazeera English

Tunisia farmer turns to old wheat varieties as climate change bites - ReutersTunisia farmer turns to old wheat varieties as climate change bites  Reuters

Tunisia's Ex-President Marzouki Sentenced to 8 Years in Absentia - Voice of America - VOA NewsTunisia's Ex-President Marzouki Sentenced to 8 Years in Absentia  Voice of America - VOA News

2 migrants died, 34 went missing off Tunisia - National Guard - Libya Update2 migrants died, 34 went missing off Tunisia - National Guard  Libya Update

Tunisia: Former president Moncef Marzouki sentenced to eight years in prison - Le MondeTunisia: Former president Moncef Marzouki sentenced to eight years in prison  Le Monde

Europe frets over migration; Tunisia moves refugees to departure points - Al Jazeera EnglishEurope frets over migration; Tunisia moves refugees to departure points  Al Jazeera English

Tunisia Launches cutting-edge RASME Tool for Project monitoring - African Development BankTunisia Launches cutting-edge RASME Tool for Project monitoring  African Development Bank

The Current Situation in Tunisia - United States Institute of PeaceThe Current Situation in Tunisia  United States Institute of Peace

Tunisia: African Migrants Intercepted at Sea, Expelled - Human Rights WatchTunisia: African Migrants Intercepted at Sea, Expelled  Human Rights Watch

Tunisia - African Development BankTunisia  African Development Bank

How Henry Kissinger got caught up in the Tunisian president’s crackdown - Al Jazeera EnglishHow Henry Kissinger got caught up in the Tunisian president’s crackdown  Al Jazeera English

In Tunisia, pro-Palestinian fervour used to push for anti-NGO law - Al Jazeera EnglishIn Tunisia, pro-Palestinian fervour used to push for anti-NGO law  Al Jazeera English

IMF Monetary Policy / Tunisia - IMF Media CenterIMF Monetary Policy / Tunisia  IMF Media Center

Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi sentenced to three years - Al Jazeera EnglishTunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi sentenced to three years  Al Jazeera English

Japan donates fishery patrol capacity to Tunisia - Fiskerforum.comJapan donates fishery patrol capacity to Tunisia  Fiskerforum.com

World Bank Approves $268 Million Project Linking Tunisia's Energy Grids with Europe - World Bank GroupWorld Bank Approves $268 Million Project Linking Tunisia's Energy Grids with Europe  World Bank Group

Tunisia at the Crossroads: What Role for the United States in a Multipolar World? - The Washington InstituteTunisia at the Crossroads: What Role for the United States in a Multipolar World?  The Washington Institute

The anti-Israel law dividing Saied and Tunisia's parliament - The New ArabThe anti-Israel law dividing Saied and Tunisia's parliament  The New Arab

Tunisia: No Safe Haven for Black African Migrants, Refugees - Human Rights WatchTunisia: No Safe Haven for Black African Migrants, Refugees  Human Rights Watch

Commission announces almost €127 million in support of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding ... - European UnionCommission announces almost €127 million in support of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding ...  European Union

Record number of migrants died or went missing off Tunisia in 2023 - ReutersRecord number of migrants died or went missing off Tunisia in 2023  Reuters

Tunisia says Palestinians have right to reclaim their occupied lands - Anadolu Agency | EnglishTunisia says Palestinians have right to reclaim their occupied lands  Anadolu Agency | English

Tunisia Compact - Millennium Challenge CorporationTunisia Compact  Millennium Challenge Corporation

Press statement by President von der Leyen with Italian Prime Minister Meloni, Dutch Prime Minister Rutte and ... - European UnionPress statement by President von der Leyen with Italian Prime Minister Meloni, Dutch Prime Minister Rutte and ...  European Union

CyberSouth and Tunisia: Exchanges on the accession to the Convention on Cybercrime (Budapest Convention ... - Council of EuropeCyberSouth and Tunisia: Exchanges on the accession to the Convention on Cybercrime (Budapest Convention ...  Council of Europe

EU to start releasing money to Tunisia under migration pact - Al Jazeera EnglishEU to start releasing money to Tunisia under migration pact  Al Jazeera English

In Tunisia, the EU is repeating an old and dangerous mistake - POLITICO EuropeIn Tunisia, the EU is repeating an old and dangerous mistake  POLITICO Europe

European Union and Tunisia Joint Statement - European CommissionEuropean Union and Tunisia Joint Statement  European Commission

Tunisia: Energy exports rise 44% by value in January 2024 - ZAWYATunisia: Energy exports rise 44% by value in January 2024  ZAWYA

Tunisia's President Saied might be re-elected despite a tumultuous first term and a flagging economy - The Associated PressTunisia's President Saied might be re-elected despite a tumultuous first term and a flagging economy  The Associated Press

Tunisia: Repressive NGO draft law threatens independent civil society - Amnesty InternationalTunisia: Repressive NGO draft law threatens independent civil society  Amnesty International

Celebrating Ambassador Joey Hood's one-year anniversary serving in Tunisia! - US Embassy in TunisiaCelebrating Ambassador Joey Hood's one-year anniversary serving in Tunisia!  US Embassy in Tunisia

Elections in Tunisia: 2023 Local Elections - The International Foundation for Electoral SystemsElections in Tunisia: 2023 Local Elections  The International Foundation for Electoral Systems

Tunisia hands back €60M of EU funding as migrant deal tensions soar - POLITICO EuropeTunisia hands back €60M of EU funding as migrant deal tensions soar  POLITICO Europe

Tunisia: Crisis as Black Africans Expelled to Libya Border - Human Rights WatchTunisia: Crisis as Black Africans Expelled to Libya Border  Human Rights Watch

‘We can’t endure this’: Migrants suffer in extreme Tunisian heat - Al Jazeera English‘We can’t endure this’: Migrants suffer in extreme Tunisian heat  Al Jazeera English

Tunisia sends humanitarian aid to Palestine - Anadolu Agency | EnglishTunisia sends humanitarian aid to Palestine  Anadolu Agency | English

Ons Jabeur: Tunisia’s ‘Minister of Happiness’ brings hope and joy - Al Jazeera EnglishOns Jabeur: Tunisia’s ‘Minister of Happiness’ brings hope and joy  Al Jazeera English

Dozens of migrants rescued, two dead off Tunisa: Official - Al Arabiya EnglishDozens of migrants rescued, two dead off Tunisa: Official  Al Arabiya English