TUNISIA

Sandra Appiah March 03, 2011

 Gaining its independence in 1956 after 75 years under French control, this North African nation was ruled by President for Life Habib Bourguiba until his ouster in 1987. Political and economic reforms have since pulled Tunisia from the brink of collapse. The fluctuating economy is based on agriculture—particularly market gardening of vegetables—as well as phosphates and petroleum. Tunisia’s sunny Mediterranean coast and ancient history, spectacularly preserved at Carthage, make for a robust tourist industry.


TUNISIA
Fast Facts
Population:
10,043,000
Capital:
Tunis; 1,996,000
Area:
163,610 square kilometers (63,170 square miles)
Language:
Arabic, French
Religion:
Muslim
Currency:
Tunisian dinar
Life Expectancy:
73
GDP per Capita:
U.S. $6,800
Literacy Percent:
74

ECONOMY
  • Industry: Petroleum, mining, tourism, textiles, footwear
  • Agriculture: Olives, olive oil, grain, dairy products
  • Exports: Textiles, mechanical goods, phosphates and chemicals, agricultural products

TUNISIA

Source: The National Geographic
              CIA- The World Factbook

Last Edited by: Updated: February 25, 2014

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