Tunisia
Africa
Tunisia officially known as the Tunisian Republic, is a country in
Northern Africa that has a Mediterranean
Sea Coastline in the
very center of Mediterranean Africa. Tunisia lies immediately to
the south of Italy and Malta,
Libya borders Tunisia to the south east, while Algeria lies to the west.
Tunisia is perhaps most famous for its wide array of historical
attractions, including the ancient city of Carthage in Tunis.
Temperate in north with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry
summers; desert in south. The Tunisian Sahara is quite gentle
compared with other deserts, climate-wise. Tunisia is best visited
in late spring or late autumn.
Free Trade Agreements
Approximately 70 % of Tunisia’s trade is with the European Union. Tunisia is the EU's 35th biggest trade partner, representing 0.5% of the EU's total trade with the world in 2020.
Tunisia has signed a number of agreements to facilitate trade and to guarantee investments and trade in goods . The Agadir Agreement, a framework agreement with Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco signed in 2004, allows free trade among the signatory countries.
Tourism
Tourism in Tunisia is an industry that generates around 9.4 million arrivals per year, which makes it one of the most visited countries in Africa.
Among Tunisia's tourist attractions are its cosmopolitan capital city of Tunis, the ancient ruins of Carthage, the Muslim and Jewish quarters of Djerba, and coastal resorts outside Monastir.
According to The New York Times, Tunisia is "known for its golden beaches, sunny weather and affordable luxuries . "
Economy
