On November 6, 2026, Tunisia's Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdel Hafiz, met with the new director of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Tunisia, George Akhalkatzi. The meeting focused on the progress of several projects financed by the EBRD and the future cooperation program between Tunisia and the bank. The two parties discussed the implementation of ongoing projects and the prospects for future collaboration.
Akhalkatzi emphasized the EBRD's commitment to supporting its partnership with Tunisia, expressing willingness to intensify consultations to define future cooperation programs and enhance coordination in monitoring ongoing projects. He highlighted the bank's interest in supporting Tunisia's economic development and its readiness to work closely with the Tunisian government to achieve this goal.
Minister Abdel Hafiz stressed the importance of the financial and technical cooperation between Tunisia and the EBRD, expressing his desire to further enhance it within the framework of the country's development priorities and programs for the next five years. He also emphasized the need for closer coordination among all stakeholders to monitor projects and accelerate their implementation.
The minister and the EBRD director discussed the bank's programs related to supporting the private sector and the possibility of expanding and diversifying these programs. Abdel Hafiz highlighted the importance of these programs in promoting economic growth and development in Tunisia.
The meeting between the minister and Akhalkatzi comes at a time when Tunisia is preparing for the next phase of its economic development. The country's economy has shown signs of growth, with the volume of loans directed to the economy reaching 123 billion dinars at the end of 2025. The government is working to strengthen its partnerships with international institutions like the EBRD to support its development goals.
The EBRD has been actively involved in supporting Tunisia's economic development, financing several projects in various sectors. The bank's support has helped to promote economic growth, improve competitiveness, and enhance the business environment in Tunisia. The future cooperation program between Tunisia and the EBRD is expected to build on these achievements and address new challenges and opportunities.
The Tunisian government has been working to enhance its cooperation with international institutions and partners to support its economic development goals. The country's budget for 2027 includes a 543.55 million dinar allocation for the regional development program, reflecting its commitment to promoting economic growth and development in all regions. The government is also working to strengthen its partnerships with international institutions like the EBRD to support its development goals and address the challenges facing the economy.
Key points
- The EBRD has expressed its commitment to supporting Tunisia's economic development and its readiness to work closely with the Tunisian government to achieve this goal.
Reporting sources
- Radio Tataouine · Radio Tataouine
