Tunisia
Tunisia's economic challenges show no sign of abating
The government is still struggling with weak growth and high external debt burdens
TunisiaTunisia’s local elections will help Saied
Despite low turnout, local polls will pave the way for the presidential ballot by establishing new patronage networks
TunisiaTunisia's president will scapegoat more businesspeople
Under economic pressure and with an eye to the 2024 elections, President Kais Saied is targeting the business class
TunisiaTunisia will walk a financial tightrope
Indications suggest the government may have staved off the risk of defaulting on external debt, for now
TunisiaMiddle East and North African debt fears will rise
Fiscal and current account deficits are creating debt concerns for fuel-importing Middle East and North African states
Middle EastTunisian president will leverage migration pressure
An Italian prime ministerial visit to Tunis prioritised migration control
TunisiaTunisian government may introduce more water cuts
The government implemented restrictions on water use, but additional measures are required to manage the supply side
TunisiaAlternatives to a Tunisian IMF deal are few
The IMF said it is close to ensuring financing for a Tunisian programme, even as Tunisia's president's rejects its terms
TunisiaIrregular migration to the EU will rise significantly
Migrant arrivals to Europe via the Mediterranean this year are expected to be over 50% higher compared to 2022
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