Tunisia–China University Cooperation Agreement Signed

The University of Tunis has signed a memorandum of cooperation with Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU), strengthening Tunisia–China academic cooperation. The agreement opens new opportunities for student and staff exchanges, training and joint scientific research. According to Tunisian National Radio, both universities will promote exchanges involving students, teachers and researchers. Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) also reports the agreement, highlighting growing academic ties between Tunisia and China.

The partnership reflects wider efforts to expand Tunisia–China cooperation in education, science and technology. La Presse de Tunisie recently reported discussions on university collaboration and opportunities for Tunisian students to study in China. Those discussions also explored partnerships between universities and scientific research centres. Similarly, Tunisia TV highlights the University of Tunis–BFSU agreement as part of broader academic cooperation between Chinese and African universities.

The latest agreement builds on existing partnerships between Tunisian and Chinese institutions. In December 2025, Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) reported that the University of Carthage had signed an earlier memorandum with BFSU. The University of Carthage has also documented cooperation with other Chinese universities, including academic exchanges and joint programmes. At the diplomatic level, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs identifies education, scientific research and cultural exchange as important areas of China–Tunisia relations. Together, these partnerships strengthen the Tunisia–China education and research network and create opportunities for knowledge sharing, academic mobility and scientific collaboration.