Choosing Self‑Sufficiency and Betting on the Country’s Own Resources to Drive Economic Recovery
The decision to pursue self‑sufficiency and to capitalize on Tunisia’s own resources for the economic turnaround plan appears, so far, justified, profitable, and certainly not punitive.
What gives full weight to this direction is that it has forced the State to deeply rethink its modus operandi in favor of a new, solidarity‑based, compact, and well‑oriented development model.
Positive Signals from the Latest Indicators
Today, a range of indicators confirm the success of this new policy:
- The national economy is moving on the right trajectory.
- Public finances are gradually regaining balance.
- The country as a whole is on the path to re‑earning the confidence of international markets.
We are still far from our usual level, but the signals are positive and reassuring. This is reflected in the assessments of international economic and financial institutions and in the upward revisions of Tunisia’s sovereign ratings by the major rating agencies.
Core Fundamentals Behind the New Development Model
The real legitimacy of the new economic development model lies in its bet on key fundamentals that have regained dynamism:
| Fundamental | Recent Gains |
|---|---|
| Fiscal system | Precise policy directions have markedly improved profitability and reduced pressure on public finances. |
| Productive apparatus | After a long period of stagnation, production has accelerated, boosting overall efficiency. |
| Well‑performing sectors | Agriculture and tourism—already strategic—have further enhanced performance and created added value. |
Commitment Across the Economic Landscape
What truly matters is the level of commitment, responsibility, and involvement of all economic actors in the national development project.
The Banking Sector Takes the Lead
The golden medal unquestionably goes to the banking sector, which has completely reinvented itself to align with the various phases of the national socio‑economic recovery plan.
“We are proud of the scale of banks’ responsibility in implementing the country’s strategic orientations, especially in these difficult times,” said senior decision‑makers.
According to the latest statistics, bank loans to the State in 2025 accounted for roughly 18 % of Tunisian banks’ assets.
- Some observers view this commitment as salutary, but they stress that it must be managed prudently.
- As often reminded, excessive exposure could erode bank liquidity.
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