Tunisia and Chad are moving towards a new era of economic cooperation. The Tunisian Export Promotion Centre and the Chadian National Agency for Investments and Exports have expressed interest in signing a memorandum of understanding. This agreement aims to establish a framework for cooperation between the two countries and enhance trade exchanges. The memorandum is expected to facilitate the implementation of joint initiatives in commercial promotion and information exchange on markets.
The announcement was made following a meeting between the Director-General of the Tunisian Export Promotion Centre, Mourad Ben Hussein, and a representative of the Chadian National Agency for Investments and Exports, Fatima Housseyni Hamida. The meeting took place at the Dar El Source headquarters and focused on exploring ways to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions. The discussion also touched on enhancing economic and trade exchanges between Tunisia and Chad.
The meeting provided an opportunity for both parties to review preparations for the fourth edition of the Tunisian-African Business Meetings. The event is scheduled to take place on December 9-10, 2026, in Tunis. This platform aims to promote communication between Tunisian companies and their counterparts in sub-Saharan African markets. The event will feature business-to-business meetings and professional networking activities.
The Tunisian Export Promotion Centre and the Chadian National Agency for Investments and Exports are keen on promoting joint initiatives to boost bilateral trade. These initiatives include commercial promotion, information exchange on markets, and organizing business meetings. The two institutions also plan to provide support to Tunisian and Chadian companies in accessing each other's markets.
The Director-General of the Tunisian Export Promotion Centre invited Chad to participate actively in the upcoming Tunisian-African Business Meetings. He encouraged Chadian economic operators to explore partnership opportunities and develop business relationships with participating Tunisian companies. This invitation aims to strengthen economic ties between Tunisia and Chad.
The potential memorandum of understanding between Tunisia and Chad is expected to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries. This cooperation will focus on promoting trade exchanges, commercial promotion, and information exchange on markets. The agreement will also provide a framework for supporting companies in accessing new markets.
The meeting between the Tunisian Export Promotion Centre and the Chadian National Agency for Investments and Exports reflects the commitment of both countries to strengthening economic ties. The two institutions will continue to explore opportunities for cooperation and promote joint initiatives to boost bilateral trade.
Key points
- Tunisia and Chad are set to sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance economic cooperation and trade exchanges.
- The agreement aims to promote commercial promotion, information exchange on markets, and support companies in accessing new markets.
- The Tunisian-African Business Meetings will provide a platform for Tunisian and Chadian companies to explore partnership opportunities.
