Tunisia Roundup: Economic growth, World Bank pledges, rape allegations
Business cooperation
Tunisian Minister of Trade and Export Development, Kalthoum Ben Rejeb, has assured businessmen and economic stakeholders that the state will provide the necessary support as well as a business-friendly environment towards the creation of wealth and development of the country. During the opening of the work of the 37th session of the Business Days in Sousse from December 7 to 9, 2023, the minister noted that this applies to businessmen and women who operate within the confines of the law. Kalthoum also highlighted government plans to promote the quality of agricultural products and boost the economy, according to local press La Presse.
Health issues
The Minister of Health, Ali Al-Marrabit has emphasized the need for adopting a strategic partnership with Algeria in the field of pharmaceutical industries. During a field visit to the Tunisian Pharmaceutical Industries Company on December 8, accompanied by Algerian Minister of Industry and Pharmaceutical Production, Ali Aoun, Al-Marrabit stressed the relevance of developing new drugs with high added value to benefit both countries, local news outlet Babnet reported.
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Rape allegations
The defender of Moroccan national team, Achraf Hakimi has confronted a woman who accused him of rape. This comes days before a crucial match for Paris Saint-Germain which he also plays for. According to local news outlet Tuniscope, Achraf faced the woman on December 8, 2023, after an investigating judge charged him with rape and placed him under judicial supervision in March this year.
Economic growth
Tunisian media Babnet has reported that the country has paid for approximately 93% of its external debt service as of November 2023. According to the report, this was confirmed by the Minister of Finance Siham Namsia on December 6 during a plenary session in the House of People’s Representatives. The Minister considers this a great feat considering the country’s past financial status with regard to public finances and external factors.
World Bank development goals
The World Bank has reiterated its commitment towards contributing to development in Tunisia. During a working session at the government palace in Kasbah chaired by the head of government, World Bank Vice President Ferid Belhaj pledged continuous support to Tunisia in the implementation of its development and reform programs. The World Bank intends to improve agriculture and the energy sector as well as protection of the disadvantaged classes in Tunisia, Business News.
