Malaysia–Tunisia relations

Malaysia–Tunisia relations
Map indicating locations of Malaysia and Tunisia

Malaysia

Tunisia

Malaysia–Tunisia relations refers to bilateral foreign relations between Malaysia and Tunisia. Diplomatic relations established in 1962.[1] The Malaysian Embassy in Algiers covers Tunisia while the Tunisian Embassy in Jakarta covers Malaysia.[2] The relations are mainly in economic relations with several agreements has been signed.[3] On 24 November 1992, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad arrived Tunisia to begin a three-day official visit.[4] Both countries are members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, Group of 77 and Non-Aligned Movement.

Economic relations[edit]

In 1993, trade relations between the two countries stood at MYR16.47 million with Malaysian export reach MYR12.49 million while Tunisian export reach around MYR3.98 million.[3] In 2013, Tunisia invited any investments from Malaysian companies especially in the development of their city in Sfax.[5] Besides that, Tunisia is also keen to invest in Malaysia especially in Islamic banking and halal products.[6]

Education relations[edit]

In education, Tunisia has offered places for Malaysian students in Ez-Zitouna University while Malaysia provided places for Tunisian students in the International Islamic University Malaysia.[3]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Wisma Putra extends its heartiest congratulations to the Republic of Tunisia on the joyous occasion of its 65th Anniversary of Independence Day". 20 March 2021. Retrieved 26 April 2023.
  2. ^ "Embassy of Tunisia in Jakarta". Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia. Retrieved 19 March 2014.
  3. ^ a b c Farush Khan (25 May 1994). "Malaysia, Tunisia to step up trade and bilateral relations". New Straits Times. Retrieved 19 March 2014.
  4. ^ "Mahathir begins 3-day official visit to Tunisia". New Straits Times. 25 November 1992.
  5. ^ "Tunisia invites investment in development of RM61bil city". The Star. 18 April 2013. Retrieved 19 March 2014.
  6. ^ "Tunisia keen to invest in Malaysia —Husni". The Borneo Post. 21 May 2012. Retrieved 19 March 2014.