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Tunisia Extends State of Emergency Until January 30, 2025

Tunisia has announced the extension of its nationwide state of emergency for an additional month, from January 1 to January 30, 2025, according to an official statement. This measure was formalized through a decree published in the official gazette of the Republic of Tunisia. The state of emergency......

Kais Saied Secures Second Term Amidst Low Voter Turnout and Political Discontent in Tunisia

In a significant electoral outcome, Kais Saied has been re-elected as president of Tunisia, garnering 90.69% of the votes cast, according to the electoral authority ISIE. However, this victory is overshadowed by a historically low voter turnout of just 28.8%, indicating widespread dissatisfaction among......

EU's Human Rights Dilemma: The Cost of Migration Deals with Tunisia

The European Union (EU) is grappling with a significant credibility crisis as it navigates the delicate balance between addressing human rights violations in Tunisia and maintaining a contentious migration agreement with the North African nation. A leaked internal report from the EU’s diplomatic......

Tunisia Court Reinstates Former Minister Znaidi in Presidential Race

A Tunisian court has overturned a decision by the Independent Higher Election Authority (ISIE), allowing former minister Mondher Znaidi to participate in the upcoming presidential election on October 6. This ruling could significantly alter the dynamics of the race, posing a tougher challenge for incumbent......

EU's Declining Appetite for Moroccan Tomatoes: Imports Drop by 6.8%

The European Union's demand for Moroccan tomatoes has experienced a noticeable dip this season, with imports from the North African nation dropping by 6.8% compared to the previous year. This decline follows a record high in Moroccan tomato imports to the EU in 2022, marking the steepest decline......

Diplomatic Breakthrough: Morocco and Tunisia Signal Potential Rapprochement

In a significant development for North African diplomacy, high-ranking officials from Morocco and Tunisia recently engaged in their first official meeting since a diplomatic rift emerged in 2022. This encounter, which took place on the sidelines of the 80th anniversary ceremonies of the Allied landings......

Morocco's Central Bank Poised for Further Interest Rate Reductions in 2024

In a significant move that could reshape Morocco's economic landscape, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank, is expected to implement additional cuts to its policy rates during the latter half of 2024. This forecast, put forth by Fitch Solutions, suggests a continuation of the monetary......

Tunisia's Political Landscape Shifts as President Saied Announces Re-election Bid

In a move that has sent ripples through Tunisia's political sphere, President Kais Saied has officially declared his intention to seek a second five-year term in the upcoming October presidential election. The announcement, made on Friday, comes amidst a backdrop of political tension and opposition......

Tunisia's Turbulent Path: Saied Calls Presidential Vote Amid Crackdown on Dissent

Against a backdrop of political turmoil and an escalating crackdown on dissent, Tunisian President Kais Saied has announced October 6 as the date for the nation's eagerly anticipated presidential election. This declaration, formalized by official decree on Monday, sets the stage for Saied's potential......