The Tunisian-Austrian business forum took place in Tunis on September 29, 2026, with a delegation of 22 Austrian companies in attendance. The event highlights the strong economic relationship between the two countries, with Tunisia exporting significantly more to Austria than it imports. In 2025, Tunisia exported 245 million euros worth of goods to Austria, while importing only 88 million euros.
According to data from Statistik Austria, the total trade between Tunisia and Austria reached approximately 333 million euros in 2025. This resulted in a trade surplus of 157 million euros for Tunisia. The significant surplus indicates that Tunisia has a strong competitive edge in the Austrian market. The export-driven nature of their trade relationship is a notable characteristic.
Tunisia's exports to Austria account for 73.6% of their bilateral trade. This means that for every euro of goods imported from Austria, Tunisia exports approximately 2.8 euros. The Austrian companies present at the forum are looking to explore and develop economic relationships in various sectors. However, their presence does not necessarily mean that Tunisia will attract 22 new investors.
A business mission like the one that took place is primarily a prospecting effort, involving meetings and identifying opportunities. After the forum, the focus will shift to monitoring potential projects and investments. Several sources suggest that over 70 Austrian companies are already represented or active in Tunisia, but this information requires further verification.
The outcome of the forum will be closely watched, with key indicators including any agreements, investment projects, partnerships, or verifiable B2B announcements. Tunisia enters this phase with a measurable advantage, having already established a significant trade surplus with Austria. The country's exports to Austria are nearly three times its imports.
The Austrian companies are looking to tap into Tunisia's potential, and the forum provides a platform for both sides to explore opportunities. While the number of companies present is notable, the actual results of the forum will be more significant in determining the future of their economic relationship.
Key figures from the 2025 trade data include 333 million euros in total exchanges, 245 million euros in Tunisian exports, 88 million euros in imports, and a Tunisian trade surplus of 157 million euros. With these numbers, Tunisia has a strong foundation for future economic cooperation with Austria.
Key points
- Tunisia exported 245 million euros worth of goods to Austria in 2025, while importing only 88 million euros.
- The total trade between Tunisia and Austria reached approximately 333 million euros in 2025.
- Tunisia's exports to Austria account for 73.6% of their bilateral trade.
