The Tunisian Ministry of Tourism has responded to a written inquiry from MP Ghassan Yamoun regarding the real estate portfolio of the Tourism Real Estate Agency in Djerba. According to the ministry, the agency currently has no real estate portfolio ready for tourism investment on the island, except for the "Aghir" golf course. The ministry's response was made in accordance with the constitution and the internal regulations of the Assembly of People's Representatives.

The MP's inquiry aimed to shed light on the number of plots and properties owned by the Tourism Real Estate Agency in Djerba, their total area, and geographical location. This inquiry comes in the context of calls for greater transparency in the management of public real estate and promoting equal opportunities for investors to support tourism investment and local development on the island.

The Ministry of Tourism stated that the properties owned by the agency in Djerba are mainly located in the "Lalla Hadria" area, in addition to some other plots. The ministry's response was prompted by the MP's inquiry, which was submitted based on articles 114 of the constitution and 129 of the internal regulations of the Assembly of People's Representatives.

The Tourism Real Estate Agency's portfolio in Djerba has sparked interest among investors and stakeholders in the tourism sector. The agency's properties are expected to play a significant role in promoting tourism investment and local development on the island. However, the ministry's response has raised questions about the availability of suitable properties for investment.

The MP's inquiry reflects the growing concerns about the management of public real estate in Tunisia. The country's tourism sector has been facing challenges in recent years, and there is a growing need for transparency and accountability in the management of public assets. The ministry's response is seen as a step towards addressing these concerns.

The "Aghir" golf course is one of the few properties owned by the Tourism Real Estate Agency in Djerba that is ready for tourism investment. The course has been attracting investors and tourists alike, and its development is expected to contribute to the growth of the tourism sector on the island.

The Ministry of Tourism's response to the MP's inquiry highlights the need for further investment in the tourism sector in Djerba. The island has tremendous potential for tourism development, and the ministry's efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the management of public real estate are seen as a positive step towards achieving this goal.

Key points

  • The Tunisian Ministry of Tourism has no real estate portfolio ready for tourism investment on Djerba, except for the "Aghir" golf course.

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