AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHuman Rights Under Pressure: Tunisia’s civil society is facing criminalisation, with rights defender Sihem Bensedrine sentenced to 25 years and journalist Sonia Dahmani hit with another conviction over criticism of prison conditions and anti-migrant policies, as authorities lean on cybercrime and restrictive laws. Economic Policy Watch: Tunisia’s central bank kept the Money Market Average Rate (TMM) steady at 6.99% for a fifth straight month in June, while reaffirming its focus on monetary stability and modernising the financial system. Digital Infrastructure: Orange Tunisia moved ahead with the operational launch of the MEDUSA submarine cable, aiming to boost international bandwidth and resilience for the country’s digital transformation. Security & Border Readiness: Tunisia received 48 armored vehicles from the U.S., meant to strengthen border protection, counter smuggling and terrorism, and support joint exercises. Energy Transition in Fisheries: WWF North Africa backed Tunisia’s first solar-powered electric propulsion pilot for an artisanal fishing boat in Djerba, linking decarbonisation with marine protection.
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