Turkey-Tunisia Trade Surges 9.9%: Dried Fruits and Steel Lead the Charge

Turkey’s exports to Tunisia reached $720.386 million in the first seven months of the year, up %9.9 from the same period last year. The most striking growth came from the dried fruits and processed foods sector, which jumped %226, and the steel sector, which grew %40.8.

Sectorial Breakouts

■Dried fruits and processed foods: %226 increase, $2.5 million

■Steel: %40.8 increase, $108 million

■Iron and non‑ferrous metals: %39.7 increase, $50.6 million

■Cement, glass, ceramic and pottery: %38.3 increase, $11.4 million

Strategic Positioning and New Business Models

Tunisia’s proximity to EU and African markets complements Turkey’s production and technology capabilities. Joint production and supply‑chain opportunities are highlighted in chemistry, textiles, steel, and automotive ancillary sectors.

Investment Outlook

If the export growth trend in the first seven months continues, a %13.7 increase in 2025 could bring the figure close to $1.2 billion.

Fatih Kılıç: The rapid expansion of Turkey‑Tunisia trade is a product of the synergy between the two countries’ strategic positions and manufacturing strengths. Focusing on high‑value added goods and integrating digital and green‑transition solutions will drive future growth engines.