Tunisia's faltering economy threatens democratic progress, risking return to authoritarianism.

A new Berggruen Governance Index report warns that Tunisia's faltering economy threatens its democratic progress, potentially leading to a return to authoritarianism. Despite initial gains post-2011 Jasmine Revolution, economic stagnation, rising unemployment, and declining foreign investment have eroded public trust in democratic institutions. President Kaïs Saïed's consolidation of power and rejection of a $2 billion IMF loan exacerbate these challenges, raising concerns about Tunisia's political future.

September 30, 2024
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