Minister of Economy and Planning Leads Series of Meetings in Washington
The Minister of Economy and Planning led a series of meetings in Washington during the autumn meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, currently taking place in the American capital. As part of his participation, he signed an important loan guarantee agreement of $15 million (approximately 47 million Tunisian dinars) on behalf of the Tunisian Investment Fund.
On the first day of his visit, the Minister met with several high-ranking financial officials. These exchanges allowed for exploring commitments to support Tunisia in implementing priority development projects, particularly in the health and energy sectors. Discussions also took place on the possibilities of intensifying financial cooperation with regional partners.
The Minister also reviewed ongoing cooperation projects and future programs in sectors such as phosphate, transportation, and business environment improvement. Recent economic progress in Tunisia was praised, reaffirming the commitment to support sustainable and inclusive development efforts.
A meeting with a representative of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) addressed strengthening partnerships, particularly in social and economic areas, such as economic empowerment of vulnerable groups, including women in agriculture. The Minister also chaired a working session with World Bank experts on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting the crucial importance of this sector for the Tunisian economy.
On the sidelines of these meetings, a gathering took place at the Tunisian Embassy in Washington, bringing together the Minister, American investors, and members of the Tunisian diaspora. During this event, the Minister presented the government's efforts to improve the business and investment climate in Tunisia, while highlighting the advantages of a conducive environment for profitable projects.
The Minister also emphasized the notable improvements in economic indicators, offering a positive message to encourage investments and promote fruitful partnerships in Tunisia. During a roundtable organized by the World Bank, recommendations were made to improve project execution. He advocated for better technical knowledge sharing, increased collaboration in project preparation, and adjusting implementation timelines to reduce project costs.
