Imports
$23.62 billion (2011 est.)Exports
$17.73 billion (2011 est.)Inflation rate (consumer prices)
3.5% (2011 est.)Unemployment rate
18% (2011 est.)GDP - per capita (PPP)
$9,600 (2011 est.)National product real growth rate
3.4% (2010 est.)Internet users
3.5 million (2009)Telephones - mobile cellular
11.114 million (2009)Population growth rate
0.964% (2012 est.)Population
10,732,900 (July 2012 est.)About this country
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Historical background
Rivalry between French and Italian interests in Tunisia culminated in a French invasion in 1881 and the creation of a protectorate.
Agitation for independence in the decades following World War I was finally successful in getting the French to recognize Tunisia as an independent state in 1956.
The country's first president, Habib BOURGUIBA, established a strict one-party state.
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Economic overview
Tunisia has a diverse economy, with important agricultural, mining, tourism, and manufacturing sectors.
Governmental control of economic affairs while still heavy has gradually lessened over the past decade with increasing privatization, simplification of the tax structure, and a prudent approach to debt.
Progressive social policies also have helped raise living conditions in Tunisia relative to the region.
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Country Forecasts is a 480-page perfect-bound volume published in April and October. This publication provides a four-page summary of forecasts and data for each of the 100 countries monitored by Political ...
OECD
The Investment Policy Review examines Tunisia's investment regime and how it has influenced investor decisions, as well as its shortcomings under the former political regime. It reflects on developments ...
The Economist Intelligence Unit
OVERVIEW The new and more broadly based transitional cabinet will move faster than its predecessor to finalise the new constitution and organise presidential and legislative elections. The government ...
Dun and Bradstreet (Altares)
Risk Update Economic prospects remain positive but political troubles could damage the outlook. Report Summary This D&B Country RiskLine Report will help you analyze the risks, opportunities and likely ...
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