Tunisia Hosts the African Center of Excellence for Inclusive Markets

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 28 October 2025

Tunisian Foreign Minister Receives Director of African Center for Inclusive Markets

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, received on Monday in Tunis, the Executive Director of the African Center for Inclusive Markets (AIMEC), Youssef Ahmed Al-Kurdfani, on the occasion of the launch of the activities of this institution in Tunisia.

Support for the African Center

The Head of Tunisian diplomacy reaffirmed Tunisia's support for this emerging institution, considering the Center as a "major asset for the continent" to promote intra-African trade, strengthen the private sector, and accelerate regional integration. He expressed Tunisia's determination to offer "all necessary facilities" to start its activities and implement its programs.

Strategic Partnership

This installation in Tunisia is part of the country's "strategic choice" to establish a strong partnership with the African Union and strengthen its ties with regional institutions, in line with the objectives of Agenda 2063.

Cooperation and Future Projects

For his part, Al-Kurdfani expressed his gratitude for the cooperation of the Tunisian authorities, estimating that the choice of Tunisia to host the headquarters was "wise" due to its strategic geographical position and the quality of its human resources. The two parties examined the Center's missions, programs, and future projects. Several financial institutions have also expressed their willingness to finance its programs to promote African economic integration.

Key Takeaways

  • The African Center for Inclusive Markets (AIMEC) has launched its activities in Tunisia
  • Tunisia reaffirms its support for the institution and offers necessary facilities for its development
  • The Center aims to promote intra-African trade, strengthen the private sector, and accelerate regional integration
  • Several financial institutions are willing to finance the Center's programs for African economic integration