On Wednesday, Tunisia's Minister of Equipment and Housing, Salah Zwari, met with a high-level delegation from the World Bank to discuss the implementation of several strategic projects in the energy, renewable energy, and mining sectors. The meeting, held at the Ministry's headquarters, was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the State Secretary for Energy Transition, Wail Chouchane.
The projects discussed during the meeting include the ELMED project, which aims to establish an electrical connection between Tunisia and Italy, as well as the reinforcement of the national electricity grid in the south-north region between Sidi Bouzid and Kandar. Additionally, the meeting touched on the phosphate transportation project. These projects are expected to contribute to the development of Tunisia's infrastructure, particularly in the energy sector.
The meeting also focused on ways to strengthen cooperation between Tunisia and the World Bank, particularly in supporting projects aimed at developing infrastructure, improving the efficiency of the electricity system, and promoting investment in renewable energy. The two parties emphasized the importance of continuing coordination and working together to advance joint projects, which will support Tunisia's energy transition and economic development.
The World Bank delegation was led by Ahmadou Moustapha Ndiaye, Regional Director for the Maghreb and Malta, and Ary Naim, Director for North Africa and the Horn of Africa at the International Finance Corporation (IFC). Other attendees included Omar Bouzouada, CEO of the Gafsa Phosphate Company and the Tunisian Chemical Group, and Khaled Atrash, General Director of Bridges and Roads at the Ministry of Equipment and Housing.
The Minister of Equipment and Housing emphasized the importance of these projects in meeting the needs of Tunisia's national economy and enhancing energy security. The World Bank delegation reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tunisia's development efforts, particularly in the energy sector. The two parties agreed to continue working together to overcome any challenges that may arise during the implementation of these strategic projects.
The meeting is part of Tunisia's efforts to strengthen its partnerships with international institutions, such as the World Bank, to support its economic development and address its energy challenges. Tunisia has been working to diversify its energy sources and improve its energy infrastructure, and the World Bank has been a key partner in this effort.
The implementation of these strategic projects is expected to have a positive impact on Tunisia's economy and energy sector, and will contribute to the country's efforts to achieve sustainable development and energy security. The World Bank's support for these projects reflects its commitment to helping Tunisia achieve its development goals and address its energy challenges.
Key points
- The meeting discussed several strategic projects in the energy, renewable energy, and mining sectors, including the ELMED project and the reinforcement of the national electricity grid.
