AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTunisia–Finance Law: Finance Minister Mechket Salama Khaldi said the 2026 Finance Law has entered into force after presidential promulgation and publication in the Official Gazette, but some provisions still need implementing decrees and recruitment competitions are starting to be announced. Monetary Policy: The Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) kept its key interest rate unchanged at 7% while warning inflation risks remain and calling for policy alignment with production capacity and external balance needs. Public Finance: Tunisia’s parliament approved a $500m Afreximbank sovereign loan to support the 2026 budget, with the government stressing the funds are meant for investment and development projects, not consumption. Banking & Markets: TSB signalled a turnaround path in 2025 despite a net loss, while the Tunis Stock Exchange saw a rebound led by banking stocks after circuit-breaker volatility, with Tunindex up about 1.3% to near 20,000 points. Energy Pressure: Tunisia continues to face mounting backlash over heatwave power cuts hitting farms, food producers and businesses, adding to social tension. Regional Diplomacy: Libya and Tunisia agreed to strengthen security coordination against smuggling and trafficking and to expand economic cooperation, including joint infrastructure and trade.
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