The Tunisian Ministry of Finance has presented its 2027 budget plan, which includes a proposed allocation of 1626.6 million dinars. This represents a 10% increase from the 1477 million dinars allocated for 2026. The budget plan was presented during a joint session of the Finance Committees of the Assembly of People's Representatives and the National Council of Regions and Districts. The session was attended by Finance Minister, Mechakha Salama Khaldi.
The proposed budget allocates 92% of its resources to three key programs with a regional impact: customs, public accounting, and taxation. These programs will receive 652.8 million dinars, 495.6 million dinars, and 355 million dinars, respectively. The remaining 8% will be allocated to central programs related to budget and public debt management, leadership, and support. The budget plan also includes a 11% increase for the customs program, a 12% increase for public accounting, and a 13% increase for taxation.
The budget plan also outlines a 8% increase in investment spending for 2027 compared to 2026. The Ministry of Finance has identified several key priorities for 2027, including ensuring liquidity to meet the state's internal and external obligations, controlling the budget deficit and public debt, and promoting tax fairness and combating tax evasion. The ministry will also focus on developing digital services and improving the quality of services provided to citizens and institutions.
The 2027 budget plan includes provisions for the recruitment of 1000 new staff members, including 296 for the customs program, 372 for taxation, and 269 for public accounting. The plan also includes 28 positions for graduates of military and naval academies and the National Defense Institute. The budget plan outlines 19 strategic objectives and 58 performance indicators, covering 84 sub-programs.
Finance Minister Mechakha Salama Khaldi emphasized the ministry's horizontal role in preparing and monitoring the state's budget. She noted that the ministry's interventions are focused on investment projects in regional administrations of customs, finance, and public accounting. Khaldi also highlighted the challenges facing the ministry in 2027, including ensuring liquidity and managing public debt.
The 2027 budget plan aims to prioritize spending based on available resources and the needs of the economy and key sectors. The plan also seeks to improve the efficiency of budget management, promote public investment, and simplify procedures for project implementation. The ministry's goals for 2027 include controlling the budget deficit and public debt, promoting tax fairness and combating tax evasion, and developing digital services.
The proposed 2027 budget plan reflects the Ministry of Finance's efforts to promote economic growth and stability in Tunisia. The plan's focus on key programs and investment projects is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economy and public services. The budget plan will be subject to review and approval by the Tunisian parliament.
Key points
- The 2027 budget plan proposes a 10% increase in allocations compared to 2026.
- The budget plan focuses on key programs with a regional impact, including customs, public accounting, and taxation.
- The plan includes provisions for the recruitment of 1000 new staff members and a 8% increase in investment spending.
