The Advisory Committee of Tunisia's Industrial Rehabilitation Program has approved two investment files for industrial companies active in the automotive and aircraft components industry and the metal canning industry. The total investment for these projects amounts to approximately $63 million, with grants totaling $9.5 million. This decision was made during a meeting chaired by Afaf Chachai El Taari, head of the Ministry of Industry's office.
The committee also reviewed the work of the Restricted Committee of the Industrial Rehabilitation Program, which met on September 30, 2026. The meeting included 23 rehabilitation files with a total investment cost of $82.3 million and grants worth $11.6 million. Additionally, 57 files for technological investments of high priority were discussed, with a total value of $3.17 million and grants amounting to $1.26 million.
The meeting was attended by representatives from various Tunisian organizations, including the Tunisian Union of Industry, Commerce and Traditional Industries, as well as ministries such as Finance, Economy and Planning, Trade and Export Promotion, Employment and Vocational Training, Social Affairs, and Health. Representatives from the banking sector and senior officials from the Ministry of Industry were also present.
The Industrial Rehabilitation Program aims to support and develop the industrial sector in Tunisia. The program provides financial support and incentives to companies looking to invest and develop their activities in the country. The approval of these investment files is expected to boost economic growth and create new job opportunities.
The automotive and aircraft components industry is a strategic sector for Tunisia, with several companies already operating in the country. The metal canning industry is also an important sector, with a significant potential for growth and development. The investment files approved by the committee are expected to contribute to the modernization and expansion of these industries.
The Tunisian government has been implementing various initiatives to support the development of the industrial sector. These initiatives include the Industrial Rehabilitation Program, which aims to improve the competitiveness of Tunisian industries and attract foreign investment. The program has been successful in attracting significant investment and creating new job opportunities.
The approval of these investment files is a positive step towards achieving the goals of the Industrial Rehabilitation Program. The program is expected to continue to support the development of the industrial sector in Tunisia, with a focus on strategic sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and metal canning.
Key points
- The Industrial Rehabilitation Program has approved two investment files worth $63 million for the automotive and metal canning industries.
- The program aims to support and develop the industrial sector in Tunisia, with a focus on strategic sectors.
- The approved investment files are expected to boost economic growth and create new job opportunities.
