by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 19, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Syrian Foreign Minister Visits Tunis as Normalization Progresses Summary: On Monday, 17 April 2023, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mikdad began an official visit to Tunisia as both countries look to accelerate the normalization of diplomatic relations....
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 18, 2023 | Political, Security, Tunisia
Tunisia: Ennahdha Leader Arrested, Continuing String of Opposition Arrests Summary: On the night of 17 April 2023, Ennahdha Party leader Rached Ghannouchi was arrested at his home after a video of him warning of the potential for civil war had circulated. Many...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 17, 2023 | Diplomacy, Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: Loan Deal Revival Planned Despite President’s Skepticism Summary: From 10 – 16 April 2023, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held their 2023 Spring Meetings in Washington, DC, an event at which Tunisia was represented by the Minister...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 16, 2023 | Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: Parliament Adjusts Internal Rules Possibly Signaling Greater Independence Summary: On April 13, the internal oversight committee of Tunisia’s Parliament approved new rules governing the conduct of the parliament, some of which may conflict with the...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 14, 2023 | Economic, Security, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Economic Challenges Drive Desperation in Kairouan and Beyond Summary: On Thursday, 13 April 2023, former professional soccer player Nizar Issaoui died from burns after he lit himself on fire in an act of protest against what he described as the “police...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Apr 12, 2023 | Economic, Security, Tunisia
Tunisia: Migration Crisis Remains in Spotlight with UN Camp Dispersal Summary: On 11 April 2023, a makeshift camp occupied by migrants and asylum seekers outside of the United Nations office in the Lac area of Tunis was destroyed. Several dozen migrants were...