Tunisia
Risks and opportunities 2021: Middle East/North Africa
COVID-19-driven economic turmoil is unlikely to translate into political change
Middle EastTunisia faces dire economy and instability in 2021
The government today passed the budget for 2021, forecasting an optimistic 4% GDP growth next year
TunisiaInternal struggles could split Tunisia's Ennahda
The leader of Muslim democrat party Ennahda is facing pressure to step down as he makes plans for a third term
TunisiaProspects for North Africa in 2021
The pandemic has wrought havoc on North African economies, most of which depend on tourism and energy exports
EgyptTunisia tough COVID winter may lead to spring protests
Authorities have announced a curfew among other restrictions on travel and gatherings
TunisiaMoussi’s rise could invite interference in Tunisia
A former Ben Ali official, Abir Moussi is gaining prominence with her provocative and populist messaging
TunisiaEU asylum reforms leave key tensions unresolved
The European Commission’s new proposals for asylum reform fail to prepare the EU for another migration crisis
EUWashington may eye Maghreb aid against strategic foes
Mark Esper is touring North Africa amid US concerns over Sahel terrorism and Russian and Chinese regional influence
North Africa
