Tunisia is a lower-middle-income country with a population of approximately 12 million as of 2024. It is in North Africa along the Mediterranean Sea, sharing borders with Algeria to the west and Libya to the southeast. The official language is Arabic, while French is widely used in business and administrative contexts.

Key economic sectors in Tunisia include agriculture — which produces olives, dates, cereals, and citrus fruits — component manufacturing, retail, and tourism, supported by the Mediterranean coastline and the country's rich historical heritage.