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3/26/25, 2:49 PM UAE and Tunisia open CEPA negotiations to boost $350m trade ties | bilaterals.org
He said: “The agreement we are working towards will mark a pivotal shift in establishing a
comprehensive new framework for economic and trade collaboration between our nations, serving the
interests of both countries and opening up extensive opportunities for joint cooperation in priority
areas, ensuring mutual benefits for both sides.”

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.

Upon successful conclusion, the CEPA has the potential to unlock significant investment opportunities
in Tunisia, with its diverse economy and strong export portfolio that includes key sectors such as

agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy.

The CEPA will serve as a catalyst for collaboration, enabling UAE investors to explore a range of high-
potential sectors while enhancing Tunisia’s access to GCC and global markets.

The initiation of negotiations with Tunisia aligns with the UAE’s broader strategy to double the size of
its economy and further expand its role in international trade.

With 26 CEPA’s concluded and numerous agreements already in force, the program has played a
crucial role in enhancing access to high-growth markets, contributing significantly to the UAE’s total

trade that, in 2024, reached an all-time high of $816bn, marking a 14.6 per cent increase over 2023.

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