Tunisia

Country Tunisia
Capital Tunis
Continent Africa
Currency Tunisian dinar(TND)
Languages Arabic, Tunisian Arabic, French & Berber

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Introduction

Rivalry between French and Italian interests in Tunisia culminated in a French invasion in 1881 and the creation of a protectorate. Agitation for independence in the decades following World War I was finally successful in getting the French to recognize Tunisia as an independent state in 1956. The country's first president, Habib BOURGUIBA, established a strict one-party state. He dominated the country for 31 years, repressing Islamic fundamentalism and establishing rights for women unmatched by any other Arab nation. In November 1987, BOURGUIBA was removed from office and replaced by Zine el Abidine BEN ALI in a bloodless coup. BEN ALI is currently serving his fifth consecutive five-year term as president. Tunisia has long taken a moderate, non-aligned stance in its foreign relations. Domestically, it has sought to defuse rising pressure for a more open political society.

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Tunisia - Wikipedia
Tunisia - CIA World Fact Book
Tunisia - BBC
Tunisia - Timeline - BBC

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Confrontation between Tunisia’s General Union, President Saied escalates - Al JazeeraConfrontation between Tunisia’s General Union, President Saied escalates  Al Jazeera

ITUC Condemns Escalating Attacks on UGTT and Tunisian Democracy - International Trade Union ConfederationITUC Condemns Escalating Attacks on UGTT and Tunisian Democracy  International Trade Union Confederation

Tunisia emerges as Türkiye’s key gateway to Africa in growing trade ties | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTunisia emerges as Türkiye’s key gateway to Africa in growing trade ties | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

China, Tunisia mark WWII victory with seminar in Tunis - XinhuaChina, Tunisia mark WWII victory with seminar in Tunis  Xinhua

Thousands demand union rights and civic freedoms in large Tunisia protest - ReutersThousands demand union rights and civic freedoms in large Tunisia protest  Reuters

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Brings Together Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, and More in a New Celebration of Unity and Passion - Travel And Tour WorldFIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 Brings Together Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, and More in a New Celebration of Unity and Passion  Travel And Tour World

Japan-Tunisia Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Tunisia Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Tunisia on the 'verge of explosion' as UGTT and Saied clash - The New ArabTunisia on the 'verge of explosion' as UGTT and Saied clash  The New Arab

Tunisia Baseball Softball Federation confirms President Saber Jilajla - World Baseball Softball Confederation - wbscTunisia Baseball Softball Federation confirms President Saber Jilajla  World Baseball Softball Confederation - wbsc

Tunisia today, Turkiye tomorrow. Meloni on the move in the Mediterranean - Decode39Tunisia today, Turkiye tomorrow. Meloni on the move in the Mediterranean  Decode39

Tunisia Look to Europe-Based Reinforcements Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers - Foot AfricaTunisia Look to Europe-Based Reinforcements Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers  Foot Africa

Union supporters demonstrate in Tunis amid stand-off with the government - The Arab WeeklyUnion supporters demonstrate in Tunis amid stand-off with the government  The Arab Weekly

Tunisians rally in support of embattled trade union amid government clampdown - France 24Tunisians rally in support of embattled trade union amid government clampdown  France 24

WHO contribution in Tunisia (?2019-2023): Evaluation report - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO contribution in Tunisia (?2019-2023): Evaluation report  World Health Organization (WHO)

The EU Has Simply Abandoned Human Rights in Tunisia - Human Rights WatchThe EU Has Simply Abandoned Human Rights in Tunisia  Human Rights Watch

Tunisia Records Rise in Road Deaths Despite Fewer Accidents - Medafrica TimesTunisia Records Rise in Road Deaths Despite Fewer Accidents  Medafrica Times

Tunisia: President Saïed Wants Emergency Patients Treated Without Upfront Payment - allAfrica.comTunisia: President Saïed Wants Emergency Patients Treated Without Upfront Payment  allAfrica.com

Tunisia an ‘open-air prison’, say protesters at anti-President Saied march - Al JazeeraTunisia an ‘open-air prison’, say protesters at anti-President Saied march  Al Jazeera

Tunisia's labour union UGTT calls for protest amid crackdown threats - France 24Tunisia's labour union UGTT calls for protest amid crackdown threats  France 24

“All Conspirators”: How Tunisia Uses Arbitrary Detention to Crush Dissent | HRW - Human Rights Watch“All Conspirators”: How Tunisia Uses Arbitrary Detention to Crush Dissent | HRW  Human Rights Watch

Cape Verde eliminate reigning champions Tunisia - fiba.basketballCape Verde eliminate reigning champions Tunisia  fiba.basketball

Tunisia among five African countries facing IMF economic consultation delays - The North Africa PostTunisia among five African countries facing IMF economic consultation delays  The North Africa Post

More than just roads: Lessons from Tunisia’s transport corridor project - World Bank BlogsMore than just roads: Lessons from Tunisia’s transport corridor project  World Bank Blogs

Abada committed to flying with Tunisia's new generation - fiba.basketballAbada committed to flying with Tunisia's new generation  fiba.basketball

PREVIEW - Who will take the last two spots in the 2025 AfroBasket quarterfinals? - fiba.basketballPREVIEW - Who will take the last two spots in the 2025 AfroBasket quarterfinals?  fiba.basketball

Tunisia’s Climate Crisis, Economic Downturn, and Growing Dependency on Algeria - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceTunisia’s Climate Crisis, Economic Downturn, and Growing Dependency on Algeria  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Anti-migrant sentiment in Tunisia puts people from Sub-Saharan region in peril - The HinduAnti-migrant sentiment in Tunisia puts people from Sub-Saharan region in peril  The Hindu

Digital 2025: Tunisia - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Tunisia  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Tunisia's top union UGTT challenges President Saied's authority - The New ArabTunisia's top union UGTT challenges President Saied's authority  The New Arab

Tunisia advances food safety governance - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTunisia advances food safety governance  Food and Agriculture Organization

TICAD 9 -Day 3- - Prime Minister's Office of JapanTICAD 9 -Day 3-  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

Tunisia becomes a black hole for international investors - middle-east-online.comTunisia becomes a black hole for international investors  middle-east-online.com

Tunisia National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Tunisia National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Tunisia: President urges action to tackle delays in key infrastructure projects - ZAWYATunisia: President urges action to tackle delays in key infrastructure projects  ZAWYA

Tunisia president's far-reaching clampdown targets opponents - DWTunisia president's far-reaching clampdown targets opponents  DW

In Tunisia, a shelter protects and empowers women facing gender-based violence - ohchrIn Tunisia, a shelter protects and empowers women facing gender-based violence  ohchr

Alas Pilipinas to face Tunisia without star Wassim Ben Tara in FIVB Men's World Championship opener - GMA NetworkAlas Pilipinas to face Tunisia without star Wassim Ben Tara in FIVB Men's World Championship opener  GMA Network

Tunisia: Release Sonia Dahmani and end weaponisation of cybercrime law - ARTICLE 19 - Defending freedom of expression and information.Tunisia: Release Sonia Dahmani and end weaponisation of cybercrime law  ARTICLE 19 - Defending freedom of expression and information.

Tunisia and Cameroon Discuss Direct Flight Connectivity to Strengthen Bilateral Relations - Travel And Tour WorldTunisia and Cameroon Discuss Direct Flight Connectivity to Strengthen Bilateral Relations  Travel And Tour World

FAO and Japan launch the SoilFER project in Tunisia to enhance soil data management for integrated soil and crop management | Partenariat mondial sur les sols | Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'alimentation et l'agriculture - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO and Japan launch the SoilFER project in Tunisia to enhance soil data management for integrated soil and crop management | Partenariat mondial sur les sols | Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'alimentation et l'agriculture  Food and Agriculture Organization

Scatec signs 25-year PPA in Tunisia for a 120 MW solar plant - scatec.comScatec signs 25-year PPA in Tunisia for a 120 MW solar plant  scatec.com

Head Coach Sami Trabelsi to invite more foreign players for Tunisia World Cup Qualifiers - Africa Top SportsHead Coach Sami Trabelsi to invite more foreign players for Tunisia World Cup Qualifiers  Africa Top Sports

Tunisia stay in contention, Madagascar go home 0-3 - fiba.basketballTunisia stay in contention, Madagascar go home 0-3  fiba.basketball

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Tunisia - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Tunisia  Human Rights Watch

Tunisia’s new swimming world champion Ahmed Jaouadi: Paris 2024 disappointment ‘made me hungry’ - Olympics.comTunisia’s new swimming world champion Ahmed Jaouadi: Paris 2024 disappointment ‘made me hungry’  Olympics.com

Border bargains only borrow time: How Europe can stop its Tunisia rot - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Border bargains only borrow time: How Europe can stop its Tunisia rot  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

Tunisia travel - Lonely PlanetTunisia travel  Lonely Planet

'Curly is beautiful': Tunisian women embrace natural hair - FashionNetwork USA'Curly is beautiful': Tunisian women embrace natural hair  FashionNetwork USA

Water diplomacy in Tunisia: The BRIDGE programme concludes a strategic cycle of dialogues on the Medjerda river basin - International Union for Conservation of NatureWater diplomacy in Tunisia: The BRIDGE programme concludes a strategic cycle of dialogues on the Medjerda river basin  International Union for Conservation of Nature

Japan to continue assisting Tunisia to address water shortage - arabnews.jpJapan to continue assisting Tunisia to address water shortage  arabnews.jp

Tunisia’s revolution 14 years on: ‘The emperor has no clothes’ - Al JazeeraTunisia’s revolution 14 years on: ‘The emperor has no clothes’  Al Jazeera

Popular Tunisian island’s cultural heritage at risk due to tourism, neglect and climate change - The ConversationPopular Tunisian island’s cultural heritage at risk due to tourism, neglect and climate change  The Conversation

Tunisia's strategic geographic position made of it trade and investment hub, PM tells Japanese business operators - ZAWYATunisia's strategic geographic position made of it trade and investment hub, PM tells Japanese business operators  ZAWYA

Tunisia: Targeted Programs Match Higher Education Graduates with Quality Jobs - World BankTunisia: Targeted Programs Match Higher Education Graduates with Quality Jobs  World Bank

Tunisia and Côte d’Ivoire discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation on sidelines of TICAD 9 - ZAWYATunisia and Côte d’Ivoire discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation on sidelines of TICAD 9  ZAWYA

Tunisia 2025: Day 1 – History will be made in Hammamet - IHFTunisia 2025: Day 1 – History will be made in Hammamet  IHF

Renewed State Backlash Against the African Court: Tunisia is the Fifth State to Withdraw Individual and NGO Access - EJIL: Talk!Renewed State Backlash Against the African Court: Tunisia is the Fifth State to Withdraw Individual and NGO Access  EJIL: Talk!

WHO Regional Director concludes a successful visit to Tunisia | News | Media centre - emro.who.intWHO Regional Director concludes a successful visit to Tunisia | News | Media centre  emro.who.int

Statement from IOM Spokesperson: IOM Chief Visit to Tunisia - International Organization for MigrationStatement from IOM Spokesperson: IOM Chief Visit to Tunisia  International Organization for Migration

Alas Pilipinas’ first foe Tunisia to miss star Wassim Ben Tara - Inquirer.netAlas Pilipinas’ first foe Tunisia to miss star Wassim Ben Tara  Inquirer.net

Secretary-General appoints Rana Taha of Jordan United Nations Resident Coordinator in Tunisia - United Nations Sustainable Development GroupSecretary-General appoints Rana Taha of Jordan United Nations Resident Coordinator in Tunisia  United Nations Sustainable Development Group

Tunisia’s president sacks third prime minister in less than two years - Al JazeeraTunisia’s president sacks third prime minister in less than two years  Al Jazeera

‘A mockery’: Mass trial begins in Tunisia of political opponents - Al Jazeera‘A mockery’: Mass trial begins in Tunisia of political opponents  Al Jazeera

Former Tunisian PM handed 34-year sentence, rejects ‘terrorism’ charges - Al JazeeraFormer Tunisian PM handed 34-year sentence, rejects ‘terrorism’ charges  Al Jazeera

‘Conspiracy trial’ restarts: What’s Tunisia’s history with death penalty? - Al Jazeera‘Conspiracy trial’ restarts: What’s Tunisia’s history with death penalty?  Al Jazeera

Strengthening Food Safety Governance in Tunisia: A Step Towards a Safer Future - Food and Agriculture OrganizationStrengthening Food Safety Governance in Tunisia: A Step Towards a Safer Future  Food and Agriculture Organization

First detection of Lumpy Skin Disease virus in Tunisia - FrontiersFirst detection of Lumpy Skin Disease virus in Tunisia  Frontiers

Tunisia court sentences lawyer critical of president to two years in prison - Al JazeeraTunisia court sentences lawyer critical of president to two years in prison  Al Jazeera

Securing Tunisia's Constitutional Right to Water: Policy Solutions - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceSecuring Tunisia's Constitutional Right to Water: Policy Solutions  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

NATO’s Special Representative for the Southern Neighbourhood concludes his visit to Tunisia - NATO - HomepageNATO’s Special Representative for the Southern Neighbourhood concludes his visit to Tunisia  NATO - Homepage

MANILA, Philippines — AFRICAN powerhouse Tunisia, Alas Pilipinas’ opening-day rival in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025, will be without its star player Wassim Ben Tara but still boasts a formidable squad ready to make some nois - LinkedInMANILA, Philippines — AFRICAN powerhouse Tunisia, Alas Pilipinas’ opening-day rival in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025, will be without its star player Wassim Ben Tara but still boasts a formidable squad ready to make some nois  LinkedIn

FIVB Worlds: Alas Pilipinas to face Wassim Ben Tara-less Tunisia on opening day - ABS-CBNFIVB Worlds: Alas Pilipinas to face Wassim Ben Tara-less Tunisia on opening day  ABS-CBN

Tunisia-Algeria Gaza aid convoy heads for Rafah - Al JazeeraTunisia-Algeria Gaza aid convoy heads for Rafah  Al Jazeera

Tunisia opposition leaders jailed on conspiracy and terror charges - BBCTunisia opposition leaders jailed on conspiracy and terror charges  BBC

Tunisia mass trial highlights opposition crackdown, weakening of judiciary - Al JazeeraTunisia mass trial highlights opposition crackdown, weakening of judiciary  Al Jazeera

Tunisia: Progress in talks on launching direct flight between Tunis and Douala - ZAWYATunisia: Progress in talks on launching direct flight between Tunis and Douala  ZAWYA

Tunisia: Drastic Closure of Civic Space - Human Rights WatchTunisia: Drastic Closure of Civic Space  Human Rights Watch

Top things to do in Tunisia - Lonely PlanetTop things to do in Tunisia  Lonely Planet

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program For 2026-2027 - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)The Fulbright Foreign Student Program For 2026-2027  U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)

Beyond the gridlock: The case for Tunisia-Israel normalization - Atlantic CouncilBeyond the gridlock: The case for Tunisia-Israel normalization  Atlantic Council

Security Alert – Exercise Increased Caution in the Region - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)Security Alert – Exercise Increased Caution in the Region  U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)

Ali Laarayedh: Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges - BBCAli Laarayedh: Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges  BBC

Tunisia plastic collectors spread as economic, migration woes deepen - Arab NewsTunisia plastic collectors spread as economic, migration woes deepen  Arab News

Ambassador Hood’s 2025 Independence Day Reception Remarks - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)Ambassador Hood’s 2025 Independence Day Reception Remarks  U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)

Tunisia leader Saied’s opponents, supporters stage rival rallies - Al JazeeraTunisia leader Saied’s opponents, supporters stage rival rallies  Al Jazeera

Security Alert (12 June 2025) - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)Security Alert (12 June 2025)  U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)

Inforegio - From hop crop biofertilisers to archaeological excavations: how Italy and Tunisia hooked success across maritime borders! - European CommissionInforegio - From hop crop biofertilisers to archaeological excavations: how Italy and Tunisia hooked success across maritime borders!  European Commission

Exploring the Authoritarian Trap in the MENA region: The Cases of Tunisia and Egypt - Sciences PoExploring the Authoritarian Trap in the MENA region: The Cases of Tunisia and Egypt  Sciences Po

Survivors recall Tunisia terror attacks 10 years on - BBCSurvivors recall Tunisia terror attacks 10 years on  BBC

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Commission planning overhaul of funding to Tunisia following abuse revelations - Commission signs € 3 billion agreement with Jordan - Tunisian MPs scrutinising draft deportation law - More doubts over possible impacts of E - European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE) |EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Commission planning overhaul of funding to Tunisia following abuse revelations - Commission signs € 3 billion agreement with Jordan - Tunisian MPs scrutinising draft deportation law - More doubts over possible impacts of E  European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE) |

Football World Cup Tickets: Head Coach Sami Trabelsi to invite more foreign players for Tunisia World Cup Qualifiers - eticketing.coFootball World Cup Tickets: Head Coach Sami Trabelsi to invite more foreign players for Tunisia World Cup Qualifiers  eticketing.co

Tunisia: Mass convictions of opposition activists after sham trial marks a dangerous moment - Amnesty InternationalTunisia: Mass convictions of opposition activists after sham trial marks a dangerous moment  Amnesty International

Tunisia’s UGTT: more than a trade union - Equal TimesTunisia’s UGTT: more than a trade union  Equal Times

Apply for The 2025 U.S.-Tunisia Space Camp! - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)Apply for The 2025 U.S.-Tunisia Space Camp!  U.S. Embassy in Tunisia (.gov)

'Curly is beautiful': Tunisian women embrace natural hair - Khaleej Times'Curly is beautiful': Tunisian women embrace natural hair  Khaleej Times

Tunisia: PM calls for new strategies for Africa’s development - ZAWYATunisia: PM calls for new strategies for Africa’s development  ZAWYA

Tunisians Share How their Life Changed Through the AMEN Program - World BankTunisians Share How their Life Changed Through the AMEN Program  World Bank

Tunisia’s 2025 Financial Gambles: Taxes, Loans, and the Central Bank - The Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy -Tunisia’s 2025 Financial Gambles: Taxes, Loans, and the Central Bank  The Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy -

The complex origin story of domestic cats: Research points to Tunisia - Phys.orgThe complex origin story of domestic cats: Research points to Tunisia  Phys.org

Tunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis - The International Commission of Jurists - ICJTunisia: Unfair Presidential Election Undermines Human Rights and Deepens Political Crisis  The International Commission of Jurists - ICJ