The Benghazi Chamber of Commerce, Trade, Industry, and Agriculture hosted a delegation from Tunisian neighbors. This was led by the Head of the Chamber of Commerce, and Industry of Sfax (CCIS), and a number of representatives of major Tunisian companies. They discussed strengthening cooperation, and raising the levels of bilateral trade.
They also discussed aspects of cooperation in trade and industry, and the implementation of joint investment projects. This came with the aim of localizing industries, and organizing joint events to exchange experiences and expertise.
The visit also aims to enhance the role of the private sector in supporting and diversifying the national economy in both countries.
The Tunisian delegation was briefed on a number of economic, industrial, and commercial institutions in Benghazi’s public and private sectors.
Last week, Libya’s Minister of Economy and Trade, Mohamed Al-Hwaij discussed the promotion of joint trade exchange in the pharmaceutical and food industries, with his Tunisian counterpart, Samir Saied.
The Tunisian Ministry of Economy said that the meeting touched on the “available opportunities for establishing a strategic partnership, that would create real economic integration between the two countries.”
They also discussed the necessity of developing a common vision, to advance exchange and joint investment. Especially in sectors with a strategic dimension, including raw materials, and health services.
The two Ministers stressed the importance of public support structures, the private sector, and the financial and banking sectors. This is described by the Ministry as, “one of the most significant challenges that emerged during recent global events and crises.”
Both sides also highlighted the importance of supporting and assisting the private sector in both countries. In order to provide appropriate conditions and mechanisms through investments.
The two officials stated that they wanted to develop a practical action program, with the participation of various parties, especially with regard to the private sector.