Tunisia's Committee for Granting Advantages, attached to the Agency for the Promotion of Agricultural Investments, has approved several investment projects worth 17 million dinar ($5.5 million). The committee's sixth session in 2026, held at the agency's headquarters, greenlit projects in the states of Bajah, Bizerte, and Medenine. These projects cover various agricultural activities, including poultry farming and protected crop cultivation.

The approved investments aim to boost agricultural development in these regions. According to a statement on the agency's Facebook page, the projects will enhance the sector's growth and productivity. The committee's decisions reflect the government's efforts to promote agricultural investments and support economic development in Tunisia.

In addition to the investment projects, the committee approved five real estate loans to acquire agricultural land in the state of Kasserine. The loans, totaling 715,900 dinar ($230,000), will cover an area of 4,990 hectares. This move is part of the government's strategy to support young entrepreneurs and enable them to implement agricultural projects.

The Committee for Granting Advantages plays a crucial role in promoting agricultural investments in Tunisia. By providing financial support and incentives, the committee aims to attract investors and stimulate economic growth in the sector. The approved projects are expected to create jobs and contribute to the country's agricultural development.

Tunisia has been working to improve its business environment and attract foreign investment. The country's agricultural sector, in particular, has been identified as a key area for growth and development. The government's efforts to support young entrepreneurs and promote agricultural investments are seen as essential steps towards achieving this goal.

The approved projects will have a positive impact on the local economy, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth. The committee's decisions demonstrate the government's commitment to supporting agricultural development and promoting investment in the sector. Tunisia's agricultural sector is expected to benefit from the approved projects, which will enhance productivity and contribute to the country's economic growth.

The Agency for the Promotion of Agricultural Investments will oversee the implementation of the approved projects. The agency's efforts to promote agricultural investments and support entrepreneurs are crucial to Tunisia's economic development. The approved projects mark a significant step towards achieving the country's agricultural development goals and promoting economic growth.

Key points

  • The Committee for Granting Advantages approved 17 million dinar in agricultural investment projects.
  • The projects will be implemented in the states of Bajah, Bizerte, and Medenine.
  • The committee also approved five real estate loans to acquire agricultural land in Kasserine.

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