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3/26/25, 2:48 PM UAE and Tunisia begins CEPA talks to boost economic ties
CEPA, which will aim to enhance trade and investment flows by reducing tariffs

and trade barriers, improving market access, and establishing investment

pathways across various sectors.

According to the statement, the UAE and Tunisia will now proceed to negotiate

the specific chapters and provisions covered by the CEPA to deliver a balanced

and fair deal.

“Tunisia is a valued partner that presents

a diverse range of trade and investment

opportunities that will enhance our mutual

economic growth and prosperity. The start

of negotiations towards a Comprehensive

Economic Partnership Agreement Dr. Thani bin Ahamed Al-Zeyoudi
UAE Minister of State for Foreign
represents a pivotal opportunity for both Trade

the UAE and Tunisia to deepen our economic ties and unlock new

avenues for trade and investment. UAE stands as Tunisia’s leading

trade partner in the GCC region. In 2024, non-oil trade between the

UAE and Tunisia reached approximately $350 million, a growth

rate of 7.7 percent compared to 2023. The CEPA is expected to

serve as a strategic framework for further collaboration and

economic integration, increasing bilateral trade, investment

opportunities, and collaboration between both countries public and

private sectors.”

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