Tunisia Seeks to Convert Investment Intentions into Concrete Projects
Tunisia is seeking to convert investment intentions into concrete projects and strengthen its positioning as an open economic platform to Africa. This was the dominant message at the opening of the 22nd edition of the Tunisia Investment Forum (TIF 2026), held on Thursday, June 25, in Tunis.
Opening of the Forum
The Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, presented the forum as a showcase for the economic reforms undertaken by the government and the investment opportunities offered in several high-value-added sectors. He also emphasized that this edition will allow for discussions on the orientations of the future development plan 2026-2030, entrepreneurship, African markets, and the role of the Tunisian diaspora in economic development.
Launch of a New Digital Platform
The Minister announced the official launch of a new digital platform for investors, aimed at simplifying administrative procedures and facilitating access to information. Several foreign companies are also expected to take advantage of the forum to unveil new investment projects in Tunisia.
African Development Bank's Perspective
For the African Development Bank (AfDB), the challenge goes beyond simply attracting capital. Malinne Blomberg, Deputy General Manager for North Africa, estimated that "opportunities must be transformed into investments, partnership intentions into projects, and projects into visible results." In a context marked by international uncertainty, she stressed the importance of investor confidence, which relies on stability, the quality of institutions, and the ability to quickly implement projects.
Investment Opportunities and Economic Growth
She welcomed the 30% increase in foreign investment recorded in Tunisia in 2025, as well as the country's ranking as the fourth African country in terms of industrialization, according to the index published by the AfDB this week. Blomberg also defended a more ambitious vision of Tunisia's economic role on the continent, stating that the country can become more than just a gateway to Africa. "Tunisia can become a full-fledged actor in African economic transformation," she affirmed, highlighting the opportunities offered by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
