Tunisia Accelerates Efforts to Mobilize Financing and Attract International Investments
Tunisia is stepping up its efforts to secure financing and attract international investments. This push is part of the Minister of Economy and Planning's participation in the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, held in Washington from April 13 to 17, 2025. These meetings bring together key financial partners to discuss global economic issues.
Key Meetings and Discussions
Several meetings were held on the sidelines of the event, including:
- With UNOPS, discussions focused on public markets and infrastructure project management.
- With the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, cooperation is expected to be strengthened under the 2026-2030 development plan.
- With the International Finance Corporation and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, talks centered on investment financing, private sector support, and projects related to renewable energy and water.
Calls for Cooperation and Investment
The Minister also called for renewed cooperation with the OPEC Fund for International Development, particularly in areas such as energy transition, food security, health, and support for SMEs.
Bilateral Relations and Investment Opportunities
On a bilateral level, Tunisia is seeking to strengthen its relations with:
- Italy, under the Plan Mattei
- Spain, through the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation, particularly in the areas of environment and energy efficiency
Aerospace Industry and Investment
A meeting with Boeing officials highlighted Tunisia's capabilities in the aerospace industry and its attractiveness to investors.
Overall, Tunisia's participation in the Spring Meetings demonstrates its commitment to mobilizing international financing and investment to drive economic growth and development.
