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Prime Minister Essid has stated that his government is planning to begin negotiations with the European Union for “the complete and detailed draft free trade association” to be finalized. He said negotiations between them could begin as early as October in order for the agreement to “soon see the day.” He was speaking at a […]
Tunisia: Licenses awarded for 120 MW wind projects
The Tunisian government has awarded licenses for four onshore wind projects totaling 120 MW under its renewables sector development scheme. The plants, which represent a combined investment of $134 million, will be installed in the governorates of Ben Arous and Bizerte. Local media reported that works on the four selected projects will start between May […]
Refugee crisis: “We need free money to handle influx of refugees, not loans,” Lebanese official
Top official of the Lebanese Ministry of Finance warned that the country may collapse if the international community does not assist economically countries taking in refugees. “The support has to be through grants. It cannot be loans,” said Alain Bifani, director general of the Lebanese finance ministry. “As long as we can, we will turn […]



