The University of Tunis El Manar's College of Economic Sciences and Management, in collaboration with the "Larma" Laboratory of Applied Economics, is organizing the first international meeting on "Geopolitical Conflicts and Contemporary Economic Stakes" on November 13-14, 2026, in Hammamet, Tunisia. This scientific conference aims to explore the complex interactions between current geopolitical transformations and their direct impact on regional and international economic situations.
The meeting is expected to bring together experts, academics, and economic decision-makers to discuss the implications of geopolitical tensions on global trade, supply chains, energy costs, food security, and financial stability in developing countries. The event will feature keynote speakers, including Fريد بلحاج, former Vice President of the World Bank for the Middle East and North Africa region, Habib Zitone, Professor of Economics and President of the Tunisian Economists Association, and Taher Akkri, University Professor and specialist in development economics.
The scientific program of the meeting will focus on four main axes: analyzing investment risks in uncertain situations, designing monetary and financial policies to address economic shocks, exploring mechanisms to support sustainable development, and promoting vital sectors such as agriculture and alternative energies. The goal is to produce practical recommendations that can guide public policies towards achieving economic adaptation and growth.
The meeting is seen as a high-level academic platform for discussing the complex interplay between current geopolitical transformations and their direct impact on regional and international economic situations. It aims to bring together experts and decision-makers to share their experiences and expertise, with a focus on finding solutions to the economic challenges posed by geopolitical conflicts.
The event is expected to attract a large audience of experts, academics, and economic decision-makers from Tunisia and abroad. The meeting will provide a unique opportunity for participants to engage in discussions and debates on the most pressing economic issues of the time, and to explore ways to address the challenges posed by geopolitical conflicts.
The organization of this meeting is a significant initiative by the University of Tunis El Manar and the "Larma" Laboratory of Applied Economics, demonstrating their commitment to promoting research and discussion on economic issues in Tunisia and the region. The meeting is expected to contribute to the development of economic policies and strategies that can help Tunisia and other countries navigate the challenges posed by geopolitical conflicts.
The first international meeting on geopolitical conflicts and economic stakes is set to be a major event in the academic and economic calendar in Tunisia, and is expected to have a significant impact on the country's economic landscape. The meeting's focus on finding practical solutions to economic challenges will make it a valuable platform for experts and decision-makers.
Key points
- The meeting will focus on four main axes, including analyzing investment risks and designing monetary and financial policies to address economic shocks.
- The event will feature keynote speakers, including Fريد بلحاج and Habib Zitone.
- The meeting aims to produce practical recommendations that can guide public policies towards achieving economic adaptation and growth.
