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Why is Tunisia’s recovery stalling? Trade and energy drag

Trade surges in Africa. Photo by Kurt Cotoaga @ Unsplash
Trade surges in Africa. Photo by Kurt Cotoaga @ Unsplash

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  • Tunisia’s second-quarter growth slowed to 2.3%, its weakest pace in five quarters.
  • Agriculture and domestic demand strengthened.

 

TUNIS, TUNISIA – Tunisia’s economic growth slowed in the second quarter as stronger domestic spending and agriculture failed to overcome pressure from trade, mining and energy.

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