Here’s a Detailed Overview Of Foreign Investors in Tunisia And The Sectors They’re Most Active In

Here’s a detailed overview of foreign investors in Tunisia and the sectors they’re most active in:

Key Sectors Attracting Foreign Investment in Tunisia

1. Automotive Industry
   • Major Investors:
     • LEONI (Germany) – Automotive wiring systems
     • YAZAKI (Japan) – Auto parts manufacturing
     • Faurecia (France) – Car seats and interiors
   • Tunisia is a hub for automotive components, especially for the European market.
2. Aerospace and Aviation
   • STELIA Aerospace (France) and Zodiac Aerospace are major players.
   • Tunisia hosts several aerospace parks with export-focused production.
3. Textiles and Garments
   • European companies (especially French, Italian, and German) operate factories in Tunisia due to low labor costs and proximity to Europe.
4. Electronics
   • Siemens (Germany) and STMicroelectronics (France/Italy) have operations in Tunisia.
   • Tunisia is growing as a base for electronic component manufacturing.
5. Renewable Energy & Green Tech
   • Foreign companies, particularly from Germany, France, and the UAE, are investing in solar and wind energy projects.
6. Agribusiness
   • Italian, Spanish, and Gulf companies have invested in olive oil, dates, and agribusiness packaging sectors.

Top Countries Investing in Tunisia

Special Incentives for Foreign Investors

Tunisia has investment-friendly laws, including:

• 100% foreign ownership allowed in many sectors
• Tax incentives in offshore/industrial zones
• Skilled labor at competitive wages
• Trade agreements with the EU, Africa (AfCFTA), and Arab countries

Notable Projects

• ENI (Italy) – Oil & gas operations in the south of Tunisia
• Desertec (EU & MENA initiative) – Focused on solar power export projects
• Qatari Diar (Qatar) – Major real estate and tourism development in Tunisia