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Tunisia Charts New Course for Blue Economy with Multi-Million Dollar Fisheries Overhaul

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Thursday, March 19, 2026, 06:00 (GMT + 9)

Government reforms, port upgrades, and aquaculture investments aim to balance growth with marine sustainability

TUNIS — Tunisia is ramping up efforts to transform its fisheries and aquaculture sector into a cornerstone of sustainable economic growth, unveiling a series of reforms and investments worth millions of dollars to modernize infrastructure, protect marine resources, and boost production.

Photo: Worldbank

The sector, a key pillar of the national economy, supports thousands of jobs, strengthens food security, and contributes to export revenues. However, increasing pressure on fish stocks—particularly from overexploitation—has pushed authorities to act decisively.

To address these challenges, the government has allocated investment grants totaling approximately 7.7 million Tunisian dinars (about $2.5 million USD) to encourage new projects and expand production capacity.

Speaking during a dialogue session at the National Council of Regions and Districts, Minister of Agriculture Ezzedine Ben Cheikh highlighted ongoing efforts to modernize production systems, upgrade port infrastructure, and enhance monitoring mechanisms. He also emphasized the growing importance of aquaculture as a sustainable solution to meet rising seafood demand.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Sara Zaafrani Zenzri, presenting the 2026 Finance Bill in November 2025, confirmed that the government plans to allocate 119 million dinars (around $38 million USD) to support development programs in the sector. These include fuel subsidies for fishing vessels and expansion projects for several ports.

According to the minister, these initiatives form part of a broader national strategy aimed at balancing economic exploitation with environmental protection. The plan includes upgrading landing facilities, modernizing wholesale seafood markets, and improving product quality and competitiveness both domestically and internationally.

Reforms Target Illegal Fishing and Strengthen Oversight

In 2025, Tunisia introduced significant regulatory reforms, including a review of the legal framework governing fisheries. The new measures impose stricter penalties on illegal and excessive fishing practices to safeguard marine biodiversity.

Photo: Worldbank

Monitoring has also been reinforced through satellite tracking systems now installed on more than 90% of fishing vessels longer than 15 metres, significantly improving surveillance and reducing violations.

Authorities have further regulated high-value activities such as bluefin tuna fishing and fattening, expanded quota allocations, and introduced new rules for recreational fishing under a ministerial decree issued in April 2025.

Photo: Tunisia Holding

At the same time, work has begun on a national master plan for marine aquaculture development, part of a broader initiative to ensure sustainable management of fisheries resources.

Ports, Research, and Aquaculture at the Heart of Growth Strategy

Looking ahead, Tunisia is prioritizing investment in port infrastructure and scientific innovation. Plans include the rehabilitation of the Sfax fishing port and development projects in key coastal hubs such as Kelibia, Teboulba, Kalaat El Andalous, Mahdia, Zarat, and Sayada.

A major expansion project is already underway at the Menzel Abderrahmane fishing port, with an estimated cost of 24 million dinars (approximately $7.7 million USD).

The government is also boosting aquaculture by promoting local production inputs, introducing new species and technologies, and supporting scientific research to enhance competitiveness.

To sustain fishing activity—especially among small-scale operators—the state continues to provide fuel subsidies valued at 82 million dinars (around $26 million USD).

Officials say these combined efforts reflect Tunisia’s long-term vision of building a resilient blue economy—one that not only drives growth but also ensures the sustainable use of marine resources through stronger regional and Mediterranean cooperation.


🇯🇵 日本語(Japanese)

チュニジア、数百万ドル規模の漁業改革でブルーエコノミーの新たな航路を描く

政府の改革、港湾整備、養殖投資が成長と海洋資源の持続可能性の両立を目指す

チュニス — チュニジアは、漁業および養殖セクターを持続可能な経済成長の中核へと転換する取り組みを強化しており、インフラの近代化、海洋資源の保護、生産拡大を目的とした数百万ドル規模の改革と投資を打ち出した。

このセクターは国家経済の重要な柱であり、数千の雇用を支え、食料安全保障を強化し、輸出収益に貢献している。しかし、特に乱獲による魚類資源への圧力の高まりを受け、当局は断固たる対応を迫られている。

こうした課題に対応するため、政府は新規プロジェクトの促進と生産能力の拡大を目的として、総額約**770万チュニジア・ディナール(約250万米ドル)**の投資助成金を割り当てた。

農業大臣エゼディン・ベン・シェイクは、地域・県国民評議会での対話セッションにおいて、生産システムの近代化、港湾インフラの整備、監視体制の強化に向けた取り組みを強調するとともに、増大する水産物需要に対応する持続可能な解決策として養殖の重要性が高まっていると述べた。

一方、首相サラ・ザーフラニ・ゼンズリは、2025年11月2026年度予算法案を提示した際、政府が同セクターの開発プログラム支援のために**1億1900万ディナール(約3800万米ドル)**を配分する方針であることを明らかにした。これには漁船用燃料の補助金や複数港の拡張事業が含まれる。

大臣によれば、これらの施策は経済的利用と環境保護のバランスを図る国家戦略の一環である。この計画には、水揚げ施設の整備、卸売市場の近代化、国内外市場における水産物の品質と競争力の向上が含まれる。

違法漁業対策と監視強化に向けた改革

2025年、チュニジアは漁業法制度の見直しを含む重要な改革を実施し、違法・過剰漁業に対する罰則を強化して海洋生態系の保護を図った。

また、全長15メートル以上の漁船の90%以上に衛星追跡システムが導入され、監視体制が大幅に強化され、違反の抑制につながっている。

当局はさらに、クロマグロ漁および肥育活動を規制し、割当対象船舶の拡大を行い、2025年4月の省令によりレジャー漁業にも新たな規則を導入した。

同時に、持続可能な資源管理を目的とした養殖開発の国家マスタープランの策定作業も開始された。

港湾整備・研究・養殖が成長戦略の中核

今後、チュニジアは港湾インフラと科学技術への投資を優先する。計画にはスファックス漁港の改修や、ケリビア、テブールバ、カラート・エル・アンダルス、マーディア、ザラト、サヤダといった主要拠点での整備が含まれる。

また、メンゼル・アブデルラフマネ漁港では拡張工事が進行中で、総工費は**2400万ディナール(約770万米ドル)**と見積もられている。

政府はさらに、地元投入資材の活用促進、新技術と新種の導入、科学研究支援を通じて養殖分野の競争力強化を図っている。

小規模漁業者を含む漁業活動の継続を支えるため、政府は**8200万ディナール(約2600万米ドル)**の燃料補助を維持している。

当局は、これらの取り組みが、成長を促進しつつ海洋資源の持続可能な利用を確保する強靭なブルーエコノミー構築という長期ビジョンを体現するものであると強調している。


🇨🇳 简体中文(Simplified Chinese)

突尼斯推进数百万美元渔业改革,开启蓝色经济新航程

政府改革、港口升级和水产养殖投资力求在增长与可持续之间取得平衡

突尼斯 — 突尼斯正加大力度,将渔业和水产养殖业转型为可持续经济增长的核心支柱,推出一系列价值数百万美元的改革与投资计划,以实现基础设施现代化、海洋资源保护和产能提升。

该行业是国家经济的重要支柱,提供了数千个就业岗位,增强了粮食安全,并促进了出口收入。然而,尤其是由于过度捕捞导致的鱼类资源压力不断加剧,促使政府采取果断行动。

为应对这些挑战,政府已拨款约**770万突尼斯第纳尔(约250万美元)**的投资补助,用于支持新项目并扩大生产能力。

地区与省国家委员会的一次对话会议上,农业部长埃泽丁·本·谢赫强调,政府正在推进生产体系现代化、港口基础设施升级以及监测系统强化,同时指出水产养殖作为满足日益增长的海产品需求的可持续解决方案正变得愈发重要。

与此同时,总理萨拉·扎夫拉尼·曾兹里2025年11月提交2026年财政法案时表示,政府计划拨款**1.19亿第纳尔(约3800万美元)**用于支持该行业的发展项目,包括渔船燃料补贴以及多个港口的扩建工程。

部长表示,这些措施属于国家战略的一部分,旨在实现资源开发与环境保护之间的平衡。该战略包括改善卸鱼设施、升级批发市场,以及提升海产品在国内外市场的质量和竞争力。

改革打击非法捕捞并加强监管

2025年,突尼斯实施了重要的监管改革,包括对渔业法律框架的审查,并对非法及过度捕捞行为实施更严厉的处罚,以保护海洋生态。

目前,超过90%的15米以上渔船已安装卫星监测设备,大幅提升了监管能力并减少违规行为。

政府还对蓝鳍金枪鱼捕捞及育肥活动进行规范,扩大配额受益船只范围,并通过2025年4月颁布的部长令对休闲捕捞进行管理。

与此同时,相关部门已启动制定国家海洋水产养殖发展总体规划,以推动资源的可持续管理。

港口、科研与养殖成为增长核心

展望未来,突尼斯将优先投资港口基础设施与科技创新,包括对斯法克斯渔港的修复,以及在凯利比亚、特布勒巴、卡拉特安达卢斯、马赫迪亚、扎拉特和赛亚达等地推进项目。

此外,门泽尔阿卜杜拉赫曼渔港扩建工程已启动,预计成本约为2400万第纳尔(约770万美元)

政府还通过推广本地投入品、引入新技术和新品种,以及支持科研来加强水产养殖发展。

为保障渔业持续运行,尤其是小规模渔民,政府继续提供约**8200万第纳尔(约2600万美元)**的燃料补贴。

官员表示,这些努力体现了突尼斯打造强大蓝色经济的长期愿景,在推动经济增长的同时确保海洋资源的可持续利用,并加强区域及地中海合作。

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