Day: September 10, 2025

Chinese Tech Giant JETTY Automotive Opens First Overseas Plant in Tunisia

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In a significant move to expand its global footprint, Chinese automotive technology leader JETTY Automotive Technology Co. LTD has inaugurated its first manufacturing facility outside of China in Borj Cedria, Tunisia. The new plant, spanning 8,000 square meters, is projected to create up to 800 jobs by 2026. It is slated to supply high-tech components to several major international automakers, including Volvo and Chery. Company executives cited Tunisia’s skilled workforce, strategic geographic location, favorable regulatory environment, and strong institutional support as the key factors behind the investment decision. JETTY, which…

Beyond the Beach: Forging a Sustainable Future for Tunisian Tourism

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The numbers are undeniably impressive. As of late July, over 5.3 million tourists have chosen Tunisia for their holidays, not only surpassing last year’s figures but soaring 16% above pre-pandemic benchmarks. With tourism revenues climbing to nearly TND 4 billion and hotel occupancy on the rise, the sector is on track to smash records, potentially welcoming 11 million visitors by the end of 2025. This is more than just a recovery; it is a resounding vote of confidence. After years of struggle, Tunisia is firmly back on the map as…

Saudi, Tunisian Foreign Ministers Strengthen Ties at High-Level Consultation

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Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, met with his Tunisian counterpart, Mohamed Ali Nafti, on Tuesday to bolster diplomatic relations and coordinate on regional stability. The ministers co-chaired the fourth session of the Saudi-Tunisian Follow-up and Political Consultation Committee. The high-level talks focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and addressing pressing international issues, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. A central outcome of the meeting was the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on diplomatic training. The agreement, signed between the Prince Saud Al Faisal Institute for Diplomatic…

Tunisia Aims to Chart New Course for Tourism at Key Economic Forum

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The Arab Institute of Business Leaders (IACE) will host the 9th edition of the Tunisia Economic Forum on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at La Maison de l’Entreprise. Under the theme “Tourism in Tunisia: Towards New Horizons,” the forum will convene to analyze the challenges and opportunities within the nation’s vital tourism sector. The industry demonstrated strong recovery in 2024, generating 7.5 billion dinars in revenue according to Central Bank of Tunisia data—an 8.3% increase from the previous year. The discussions will focus on identifying necessary reforms, particularly of a regulatory…