TAP 3h

Africas Fastest-Growing Companies 2026 Ranking: 6 Tunisian companies in Top 130

Tunis, May 14 (TAP) - Six Tunisian companies appear in the Top 130 of the 5th Africa's Fastest-Growing Companies 2026 Ranking, conducted by the Financial Times (FT) and Statista.This achievement places Tunisia among the top five African countries...»»»

TAP 4h

Tunisia strengthens protection of its local seeds as Global Seed Vault is nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

Tunis, May 14 (TAP) - Tunisia is intensifying its efforts to protect its agricultural genetic resources and reinforce its food sovereignty, amid expectations of a promising grain season and a projected output exceeding 20 million quintals, compared...»»»

Arab News 4h

US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans

WASHINGTON: The United States said Wednesday it would ease its system of demanding bond payments of visa applicants for certain fans seeking to come for the World Cup. Under one of President Donald Trump’s many initiatives to crack down on migration, the United States has begun asking people from 5»»»

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TAP 4h

Tunisians living abroad: Application for BID 2026–2027 cohort open (GIZ)

Tunis, May 14 (TAP) - Entrepreneurs from the Tunisian community abroad with innovative projects or those in the development phase can now apply for the new BID 2026–2027 cohort, supported by the MEG Tunisia programme run by the German Agency for...»»»

TAP 7h

New Delhi hosts second meeting of Tunisia-india task force on trade, investment

Tunis, May 14 (TAP) - New Delhi played host on May 11-12 to works of the second meeting of the Tunisia-india task force on trade and investment.Ways to increase cooperation and the competitive edge of Tunisian exports were discussed, the Tunisian...»»»

TAP 8h

UNOPS Chief says Tunisia can serve as strategic bridge for international cooperation

TUNIS, May 14, 2026 (TAP- Ahmed Gaddeh) - United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of United Nations Office for Project Services Jorge Moreira da Silva said Tunisia has become a “country of huge opportunities” capable of...»»»

Arab News 22h

Tunisian tourism slows in fallout of Mideast war

DJERBA, Tunisia: In Tunisia, May usually heralds the start of the summer tourism boom, but as the Middle East war wreaks havoc on the region, the season is opening on uneasy footing. Industry officials blame the fallout from the conflict, which has sent oil prices and travel costs skyrocketing, eve»»»

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TAP 23h

Tunisia hosts Mediterranean dialogue on energy and green transition

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - Tunisia hosted on Wednesday the opening of the “1st Multi-Programme Projects Dialogue on Energy,” with the participation of representatives from European and Mediterranean institutions, as well as experts, researchers, and...»»»

TAP 13.05. 22:46

Economy Minister: Sovereignty is not isolation — Tunisia is betting on an energy transition

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - “National sovereignty does not mean isolation,” Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, stated on Wednesday, stressing that the current choice is oriented toward promoting an energy transition based on national...»»»

TAP 13.05. 22:17

Working session on consular cooperation between Tunisia and Poland

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - A working session held on Wednesday between Tunisia’s Ambassador to Warsaw, Toufik Chebbi and Director of the Consular Department at the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Justyna Chrzanowska, provided an opportunity to...»»»

TAP 13.05. 20:22

Tunisia–Madagascar ink protocol of agreement to transform potential into economic realities

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - A protocol of agreement aimed at transforming potential into concrete economic realities between Tunisia and Madagascar was inked between the Tunisia-Madagascar Chamber of Commerce (CCTM) and the Malagasy Employers' Grouping...»»»

TAP 13.05. 19:46

Tunisia strengthens global standing as top health tourism hub, says Tourism Minister

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - Tunisia’s internationally recognised thalassotherapy centres help reinforce its position as the world’s second leading destination for health tourism, said Tourism Minister Sofiene Tekaya.He noted that Tunisia also has six...»»»

Al Awsat 13.05. 18:36

Tunisian Tourism Slows in Fallout of Middle East War

In Tunisia, May usually heralds the start of the summer tourism boom, but as the Middle East war wreaks havoc on the region, the season is opening on uneasy footing. Industry officials blame the fallout from the conflict, which has sent oil prices and travel costs skyrocketing, even thousands of mi»»»

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TAP 13.05. 14:51

Tunisia calls for stronger African Defence Cooperation at Air Forces Forum

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) – Minister of National Defence Khaled Sehili said the 15th Meeting of African Air Chiefs of Staff reflects Tunisia’s commitment to consolidate joint African action and boost military cooperation across the continent.He stressed...»»»

TAP 13.05. 14:51

ARP delegation on visit to Qatar

Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - A delegation from the Tunisia-Qatar friendship group coming under the Parliamentary Cooperation with Arab Countries Group paid a visit to Doha on May 10-13. The delegation, also including members of the Parliamentary...»»»

BNE 13.05. 06:50

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

intellinews.com
TAP 12.05. 22:41

Kazan Economic Forum opens with delegations from over 100 countries, including Tunisia

Tunis, May 12 (TAP Correspondent Besma Chettaoui) - The 17th International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World” opened on Tuesday in the Russian city of Kazan, bringing together official, economic and media delegations from more than 100...»»»

TAP 12.05. 21:48

Tunisia committed to international law, continues building deep partnerships across Africa — PM [Update 1]

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri delivered Tunisia’s address on Tuesday at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi during the plenary session on peace and security, held as part of the Africa-France Summit...»»»

Arab News 12.05. 21:42

Tunisia upholds sentence against jailed journalists

TUNIS: A Tunisian appeals court on Tuesday upheld the three-and-a-half-year prison sentences of two prominent journalists jailed for alleged financial crimes, according to their lawyer. The journalists, Mourad Zeghidi and Borhen Bsaies, were sentenced in January for money laundering and tax evasion»»»

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TAP 12.05. 21:24

Tunisia committed to international law, continues building deep partnerships across Africa — PM [Update 1]

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri delivered Tunisia’s address on Tuesday at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi during the plenary session on peace and security, held as part of the Africa-France Summit...»»»

TAP 12.05. 20:00

Tunisia committed to international law, continues building deep partnerships across Africa — PM

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Tunisia remains committed to respecting international law and continues to build long-term partnerships deep across the African continent, Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri stressed Tuesday in Tunisia’s speech during the...»»»

TAP 12.05. 19:52

German group LAPP inaugurates new research & development centre in Tunisia

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - A new research & development (R&D) centre, run by the German group "LAPP" – a world leader in the manufacture of cables for the electrical and electronics industries – was officially inaugurated on Tuesday by Economy and...»»»

TAP 12.05. 18:36

Tunisia, Iraq agree to revive economic partnership

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Tunisia and Iraq have agreed to revive their economic partnership on a new basis, following a meeting held on Sunday in Baghdad between Tunisia's Ambassador Chokri Latif, and Chairman of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of...»»»

TAP 12.05. 17:28

Over 50% of agricultural product trade in distribution channels controlled by informal intermediaries (study)

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Over 50% of agricultural product trade in distribution channels is controlled by informal intermediaries, according to a study on the Rehabilitation of Agricultural Distribution Channels in Tunisia, presented during the 10th...»»»

TAP 12.05. 17:28

Africa Forward Summit: Tunisia counts on startups to build development model based on innovation, says PM

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) - Tunisia is counting on start-ups to build a development model based on innovation and flexibility, Prime Minister Sarra Zaâfrani Zenzeri said on the sidelines of her participation in the Africa Forward Summit, co-organised by...»»»

TAP 12.05. 16:00

Canadian delegation holds talks with Tunisian lawmakers

Tunis, May 12 (TAP) — A Canadian parliamentary delegation headed by Francis Scarpaleggia visited the parliament, on Tuesday, as part of an official visit to Tunisia running from May 10 to 13, 2026.The visit focused on reviewing a draft law related...»»»

TAP 12.05. 15:36

Tunisias Days in Serbia on May 14-16 in celebraton of diplomatic relations

Tunis, May 12 (TAP)- Tunisia's embassy in Belgrade, in collaboration with the Tunisian National Tourist Office (ONTT), is organising Tunisia's Days in Serbia on May 14-16 at the Madlena Art Palace. The event, which will take place in observance of...»»»

TAP 12.05. 14:51

Tunisia’s trade deficit widens to TND 7.528 billion at end of April (INS)

TUNIS, May 12, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia’s trade deficit widened to TND 7,528.8 million at the end of April 2026, compared with TND 7,293 million during the same period in 2025, according to the monthly foreign trade report at current prices for April...»»»

TAP 12.05. 13:39

Tunisia’s trade deficit widens to TND 7.528 billion at end of April (INS)

TUNIS, May 12, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia’s trade deficit widened to TND 7.528 billion at the end of April 2026, compared with TND 7.293 billion during the same period in 2025, according to the monthly report on external trade at current prices for April...»»»

Arab News 12.05. 13:16

Francophonie Festival showcases Saudi-French cultural and educational exchange

JEDDAH: The Francophonie Festival celebrated the diversity of the French-speaking world and its growing academic and cultural ties with Saudi Arabia at the consul general’s residence in Jeddah on Sunday. Participants at the event included ambassadors and consuls general from Francophone countries. »»»

arabnews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 12.05. 07:21

A world more afraid: Wars fuelling rising fears of foreign attacks

The world is simultaneously more afraid of war and less willing to fight one. That paradox sits at the heart of the security and defence findings from the 2026 Democracy Perception Index — a survey of 94,146 people across 98 countries conducted between March 19 and April 21, as US and Israeli force»»»

intellinews.com
TAP 11.05. 20:19

Tunisia-Egypt: Ways to further scale up cooperation reviewed

Tunis, May 11 (TAP) - Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ben Ayed on Monday received Egypt's Ambassador to Tunisia Bassem Hassan.The talk covered the state of cooperation relations binding...»»»

TAP 11.05. 18:00

Foreign investment inflows to Tunisia reach TND 838.6 million in Q1 2026

Tunis, May 11 (TAP) - Foreign investment inflows to Tunisia in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1) reached TND 838.6 million, compared with TND 707.3 million in the same period last year, up 18.6%, according to data from the Foreign Investment...»»»

TAP 11.05. 16:06

Tunisias Ambassador in Tokyo meets with UNAFEI Director

Tunis, May 11 (TAP) - Tunisia's Ambassador in Tokyo Ahmed Chafra received on Monday Yamauchi Yoshimitsu, Director of the United Nations Asia and Far East Institute for the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders (UNAFEI) and Japan’s...»»»

TAP 11.05. 14:47

Tunisia eyes stepped-up cooperation with EBRD, PM says in Nairobi [update 1]

Tunis, May 11 (TAP)- Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri said, as she met Monday at the University of Nairobi with President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Odile Renaud-Basso, Tunisia is keen to take partnership...»»»

TAP 11.05. 14:42

Tunisia, Canada seek to strengthen parliamentary cooperation

Tunis, May 11(TAP)- Speaker of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) Brahim Bouderbala met on Monday with Speaker of the Canadian House of Commons Francis Scarpaleggia, who is on an official visit to Tunisia accompanied by a parliamentary...»»»

TAP 11.05. 13:23

Tunisia eyes stepped-up cooperation with EBRD, PM says in Nairobi

Tunis, May 11 (TAP)- Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri said, as she met Monday at the University of Nairobi with President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Odile Renaud-Basso, Tunisia is keen to take partnership...»»»

BBC 11.05. 08:38

Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco has been found and identified

Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco has been found and identified 10 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGrace Eliza Goodwin US Army Europe and AfricaOne of two US soldiers who went missing off the coast of Morocco has been identified as First Lieutenant Kendrick Lamont Key Jr Th»»»

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Arab News 10.05. 22:34

Remains of US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered

CASABLANCA: The remains of a US Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco a week ago have been recovered in the Atlantic Ocean, the US military said Sunday. Military teams are still searching for a second missing soldier. The remains found are those of 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamo»»»

arabnews.com
Arab News 10.05. 22:33

Remains of US soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered

CASABLANCA: The remains of a US Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco a week ago have been recovered in the Atlantic Ocean, the US military said Sunday. Military teams are still searching for a second missing soldier. The remains found are those of 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamo»»»

arabnews.com
TAP 10.05. 20:03

Russia regards Tunisia as key MENA partner as bilateral trade tops $1.8 billion, ambassador says

TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) — Russian Ambassador to Tunis Alexandre Zolotov said Tunisia is “a traditional, reliable and highly valued partner” for Russia in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, highlighting the development of bilateral...»»»

TAP 10.05. 16:30

Tunisia replaces 10,000 air conditioners in public institutions under Energy Transition Programme

TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) – As part of the energy transition programme in public institutions, 10,000 air conditioners were replaced with high energy-efficiency Class 1 appliances for the benefit of 80 public institutions, helping reduce carbon...»»»

TAP 10.05. 12:42

Tunisia to replace 270,000 lighting points with LED technology in 140 public institutions (ANME)

Tunis, May 10 (TAP) — As part of its energy transition program in public institutions, Tunisia plans to replace 270,000 lighting points with LED technology across 140 major public facilities.According to the latest progress update, 50% of the...»»»

TAP 10.05. 12:02

Speaker of Canadian House of Commons on official visit to Tunisia

Tunis, May 10 (TAP) — The Speaker of the Canadian House of Commons, Francis Scarpaleggia, arrived in Tunisia on Sunday morning for an official visit, at the invitation of the Speaker of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP), Brahim...»»»

Qatar Tribune 10.05. 00:01

QC launches Dhul-Hijjah campaign to boost for humanitarian projects

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has launched its Dhul-Hijjah Campaign for the season 1447 AH – 2026, under the slogan “The Most Blessed Days”. Driven by the generosity of donors in Qatar, the campaign seeks to mobilise support for the implementation of various humanitarian and developm»»»

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TAP 09.05. 18:34

Tunisian parliamentary delegation to visit Qatar, May 10-13

Tunis, May 9 (TAP) - A Tunisian delegation of MPs will travel to Doha, Qatar, on May 10-13, as part of fostering relations between the two countries.The visit of the delegation, drawn from the Tunisia-Qatar Parliamentary Friendship Group under the...»»»

TAP 09.05. 16:19

Canadian House of Commons Speaker to pay official visit to Tunisia

TUNIS, May 9, 2026 (TAP) – Speaker of the House of Commons of Canada Francis Scarpaleggia will pay an official visit to Tunisia from May 10 to 13, 2026, leading a parliamentary delegation at the invitation of Speaker of the Assembly of People’s...»»»

TAP 09.05. 12:46

Drought episodes in Tunisia profoundly affecting rural income stability and social cohesion (AfDB report)

Tunis, May 9 (TAP) - Tunisia is facing worsening episodes of drought, caused by the combined effects of climate change, overexploitation of water resources and fragmented institutional governance, warned a recently published African Development Bank...»»»

TAP 09.05. 01:28

Europe Day: FM calls for overhaul of Tunisia-EU Association Agreement 

Tunis, May 9 (TAP) - Tunisia remains committed to the principles on which its partnership with the European Union was built, a historic partnership that is called upon to evolve, becoming more balanced, fairer and more respectful of each party’s...»»»