As the 7th African Union-European Union Summit begins in Angola, Tunisia is emerging as a pivotal player in a new energy partnership between the two continents.
Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti is leading the nation’s delegation to the high-level meetings on November 24-25, where discussions are centered on fostering peace, prosperity, and strengthened multilateral cooperation.
The summit is expected to yield new investment agreements, with significant announcements anticipated in the energy and digital sectors, culminating in a joint final declaration.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signaled a new phase in economic relations, telling TAP news agency that new projects will be unveiled under the EU’s “Global Gateway” investment strategy. This initiative is designed to boost connectivity and investment flows between African and European markets.
President von der Leyen singled out Tunisia for a critical role in this strategy, highlighting the planned submarine power cable connecting Tunisia to Italy. She stated the landmark project will “enhance the energy security of both countries and increase the share of renewables in their respective energy grids.”
The EU chief also reaffirmed the bloc’s support for Tunisian solar and wind power programs. According to von der Leyen, developing these sectors will allow Tunisia to cut production costs, accelerate its green transition, create tens of thousands of jobs, and generate sustainable benefits for its population.
TunisianMonitorOnline (NejiMed)
