France is willing to support Tunisia in its negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said France's ambassador in Tunis André Parant as he met Speaker of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) Brahim Bouderbala. France is ready to provide the "necessary" support to Tunisia to help it address the difficult economic situation it is going through and achieve its development and social goals, he was quoted as saying in an ARP press release. Parant voiced during the meeting, appreciation for the developments of the democratic process in Tunisia, notably in terms of rights and freedoms, reaffirming France's esteem and consideration for the Tunisian people, who, he said, deserve support and backing to achieve their aspirations for well-being. The ambassador further commended the progress of relations between Tunisia and France, which is perfectly evident through the many mutual visits in various fields, and through cooperation and partnership in the economic, trade, investment and tourism fields. Bouderbala for his part, pointed out the depth of the long-standing relations binding the two countries, voicing satisfaction at the level of cooperation between Tunisia and France, Tunisia's leading partner.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 10, 2023 10:17 UTC