Tunisia and Chad are looking to strengthen their cooperation in the field of exports with a memorandum of understanding that aims to establish a framework for collaboration and enhance trade exchanges between the two nations. The agreement is expected to facilitate the implementation of joint initiatives in areas such as commercial promotion, information exchange on markets, and organization of bilateral business meetings. This move is part of efforts to increase economic ties between Tunisia and Chad.
The memorandum of understanding was announced by the Center for the Promotion of Exports following a meeting between its CEO, Mourad Ben Hussein, and a representative of the Chadian National Agency for Investments and Exports, Fatima Housseyni Hamidou. The meeting, which took place in Tunis, aimed to explore ways to solidify cooperation between the two institutions and promote exchanges between economic operators in both countries. The discussions focused on exchanging economic and trade information, sharing expertise in export promotion, and identifying joint initiatives to boost bilateral trade.
The meeting also touched on preparations for the fourth edition of the Tunisian-African Business Meetings, scheduled to take place in Tunis on December 9-10, 2026. The event will provide a platform for Tunisian companies to connect with their counterparts in sub-Saharan African markets through bilateral business meetings and professional networking activities. Ben Hussein invited Chad to participate actively in the event, encouraging Chadian economic operators to explore partnership opportunities and develop business relationships with Tunisian companies.
The Center for the Promotion of Exports stated that the memorandum of understanding will enable the two countries to work together in areas such as market research, trade promotion, and business matchmaking. This cooperation is expected to help Tunisian and Chadian companies access new markets and increase their exports. The agreement is also seen as a way to strengthen economic ties between Tunisia and Chad, which have been growing in recent years.
The Tunisian-African Business Meetings have become an important event for promoting trade and investment between Tunisia and African countries. The event has attracted a growing number of participants from across the continent, providing a platform for companies to connect and explore new business opportunities. This year's event is expected to draw a large number of participants, including companies from Chad.
According to the Center for the Promotion of Exports, the memorandum of understanding with Chad is part of Tunisia's efforts to expand its trade relationships with African countries. Tunisia has been actively seeking to increase its exports to Africa, and the agreement with Chad is seen as a step in this direction. The country has also been working to strengthen its economic ties with other African nations, including Libya, with which it has a long-standing trade relationship.
The agreement between Tunisia and Chad is expected to come into effect soon, with both countries looking forward to increased cooperation in the field of exports. The two countries have expressed their commitment to working together to promote trade and investment, and to exploring new opportunities for economic growth and development.
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- Tunisia and Chad are set to sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance export cooperation between the two countries.
