The EU initiated sanctions against Tunisia in 2011, targeting those involved in widespread state corruption under deposed President Zine El Abedine Ben Ali, who fled the country that year following a popular uprising.
On 29th January 2024 the EU extended its Tunisia sanctions programme until 31st January 2025.
On 9th October, 2024, the EU amended its decision creating humanitarian exceptions to its Tunisia regime, allowing certain categories of humanitarian actors to engage in transactions with listed individuals and entities without prior authorisation.
Sanction Name
Restrictive In View Of The Situation In Tunisia
First Imposed
Last updated
Targets
Asset Freeze:
• Individuals involved in state corruption or the theft of government assets during the government of President Zine El Abedine Ben Ali.
