Working Session on the Textile and Apparel Sector Held in Tunis
A working session dedicated to the textile and apparel sector was held on Monday in Tunis, chaired by the Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy, Fatma Thabet Chiboub.
Key Points Discussed
- Sector Concerns: Participants reviewed the main challenges facing the industry.
- Procedural Simplification: They examined ways to streamline the procedures for obtaining an operating licence for companies and for securing a safety certificate. These measures aim to boost exports and facilitate access to foreign markets.
- Strategic Importance: The attendees reiterated the sector’s crucial role in:
- Adjusting the trade balance,
- Creating jobs, and
- Attracting direct foreign investment.
The meeting underscored the need for regulatory reforms and supportive policies to strengthen Tunisia’s textile and clothing industry and enhance its competitiveness on the global stage.
