What is Tunisia's defense and security profile?

Quel est le profil de defense et securite de la Tunisie?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-08 EN FR

Short Answer

Military: 40,000 active personnel, NATO's Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) since 2015. Budget: 2.5% GDP. US military aid: $100M+/year (equipment, training). Roles: border security (Libya and Algeria borders), counter-terrorism (Bardo/Sousse attacks 2015 led to capacity building), maritime patrol. Intelligence cooperation with EU (Frontex), US (AFRICOM HQ Stuttgart). Security improvements: tourist zone patrols, hotel security standards, airport scanning. Travel advisory: most countries rate Tunisia as generally safe (standard precautions).

Version francaise

40 000 militaires actifs, allie majeur non-OTAN depuis 2015. Budget: 2.5% PIB. Aide militaire US: 100M+/an. Roles: securite frontaliere, anti-terrorisme. Cooperation UE (Frontex), US (AFRICOM). Tunisie generalement sure.

Limitations & Caveats

Data reflects latest available official sources. Some figures may have a 6-12 month lag. Estimates are clearly labeled.

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-08
Expires2026-09-30
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
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