Tunisia, while small, has shown great potential. Tunisia is in the process of economic reform and liberalization after decades of heavy state direction and participation in the economy. Prudent economic and fiscal planning have resulted in moderate sustained growth for over a decade.

Trade specialists in the region continue to report many opportunities for US businesses to export. To explore this, interested US executives should contact the U.S. Commercial Service in Tunisia or contact 1-800-USA-TRADE [872-8723] or 202-482-0543.

Facts & Data

• Background Note, U.S. State Department
• Consular Information Sheet
• World Factbook, Central Intelligence Agency
• Tunisia Summary, International Monetary Fund

Overviews & Guides

• Country Commercial Guide
• Annual Exporter Guide, U.S. Department of Agriculture
• Country Analysis Brief, U.S. Department of Energy
• Travel Advice for Middle East and North Africa

Trade Policy & Agreements

• Trade and Investment Framework Agreement

Multilateral Agreements

• Middle East Partnership Initiative
• Overview, Middle East Free Trade Area Initiative (MEFTA)

Tunisian Government Entities

• Tunisian Government Homepage
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Central Bank of Tunisia
• Ministry of Development
• Ministry of Transportation
• Ministry of Finances
• Ministry of Agriculture
• Tunisia Online (government index)

Associations and Organizations

Based in Tunisia

• Tunisian-American Chamber of Commerce

• National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations
• American Arab Chamber of Commerce
• National US-Arab Chamber of Commerce
• The Bilateral U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce

Resources

• U.S. Embassy in Tunis
• Find your local Export Assistance Center