Tunisia's President Kais Saied said in a video published by his office on Sunday that there were contacts with 'friendly countries' to cut the country's financial deficit, without giving details.
A general view shows the commercial port of Rades in Tunis, Tunisia, May 24, 2021. REUTERS/Jihed AbidellaouiTUNIS, Aug 1 - Tunisia's President Kais Saied said in a video published by his office on Sunday that there were contacts with "friendly countries" to cut the country's financial deficit, without giving details.
Tunisia's fiscal deficit and public debt both grew sharply last year as a result of the pandemic and the government has been in negotiations with the International Monetary Fund for a loan deal.More from ReutersSubscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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