Pakistan and Tunisia are working on a Preferential Trade Agreement.The two countries share warm, cordial and brotherly relations.

Tunisia is interested in exporting olive oil, dates and fertilizer to Pakistan. Pakistan desires to make Tunisia a hub for enhancing its exports to North Africa.

Both sides want to translate excellent brotherly relations into meaningful economic and trade cooperation. An early conclusion of the PTA and frequent engagements at the G2G and B2B levels coupled with trade promotional activities will be ensured. Both sides have also agreed on cultural exchanges/ participation of cultural troupes in major events in the near future.

The textile and clothing sector in Tunisia accounts for 35 per cent of the country’s GDP and offers 161,425 jobs.

The textile and clothing industry in Tunisia plays a critical role in the socio-economic development of the country.

Tunisia is among the top 15 garment suppliers in the world, and has the advantage of being close to the European market. It is the fifth largest supplier to the European Union as well as the leading trouser supplier to the EU. Other important products are work wear and lingerie. The main foreign investors in the apparel sector in Tunisia are France, Germany, Belgium and Italy.