Archive forJune, 2014
TAYP Board members convened on June 19, 2014 at American University in Washington DC to discuss the organization’s progress in implementing its 2014 objectives, and brainstorm additional actions that can be undertaken to strengthen US-Tunisia economic cooperation and exchanges. Key outcomes of the meeting were as follows (1) Build partnerships with several identified organizations that increase exchanges of private sector, politicians, […]
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Dear TAYP Members and Friends, The prevailing question in Tunisia nowadays is forward looking; what is next for Tunisia? The question is simple, yet powerful, and it reflects on the maturity of the Tunisian citizen political psyche. It also symbolizes the desire of the people to question and understand what their leaders are planning for […]
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Dear TAYP members and friends We are almost half way through 2014 and like they say; time flies when you are having fun. At TAYP, we are accustomed at working hard and having fun. The past few months have been full of interesting activities, and projects. The articles within this newsletter will shed light on […]
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In March, The Project for Middle East Democracy in association with TAYP and other groups, prepared a letter sent to Secretary Kerry signed by a diverse group of high-profile voices from across the political spectrum—including four former U.S. Ambassadors to Tunisia, six former Assistant Secretaries of State, eight former Members of the House and Senate—called for […]
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Article published with the Atlantic Council, on the importance of setting the proper ecosystem and financial vehicles to foster further investment of the Tunisian diaspora towards Tunisia In the wake of Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa’s world tour to court international assistance, the focus on Tunisia’s economy has taken center stage a means to further the country’s […]
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TAYP, working with a grant from US Embassy in Tunisia, is executing on a project to help expand exports of Tunisian handicrafts to the US market. We are offering selected Tunisian handicrafts vendors a very innovative market-driven approach that leverages technology, supply chain and fair trade to successfully market and sell Tunisian handicrafts. As part […]
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That was the theme of the Round Table organized on March 17th in Tunis by Young Arab Analysts Network International (YAANI). This is an initiative of the British Council in partnership with Chatham House, in the region of Middle East and North Africa. YAANI aims to help the creation of a generation of young policy […]
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The Center for Transatlantic Relations at John Hopkins SAIS organized a conference from June 2 to June 4, 2014 dedicated at examining cooperation among Mediterranean countries. The conference was titled “Transatlantic Economic Forum: Building Bridges Across the Mediterranean 2014”. In his intervention, TAYP board chairman, Mohamed Malouche, articulated Tunisia’s value proposition as an investment destination […]
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By Michael Blumer The TAYP Tunisian chapter board members enjoyed a wonderful dinner with the delegates from the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL). We all delved deeper into discussion about the flip-side to what they probably did not hear during their formal meetings with Tunisian politicians, institutions, and students. Such formal meetings were […]
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The Tunisian American Young Professionals (TAYP) in partnership with the American Council for Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) hosted a delegation of 7 young American political leaders, in Tunisia, from May 20 to May 25, 2014. The second edition of this program (after a successful first exchange in December 2012) was designed to provide an in-depth […]
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Dear TAYP members and friends, We are almost half way through 2014 and like they say; time flies when you are having fun. At TAYP, we are accustomed at working hard and having fun. The past few months have been full of interesting activities, and projects. The articles within this newsletter will shed light on […]
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TAYP Board Meeting and Awards Reception
TAYP Board members convened on June 19, 2014 at American University in Washington DC to discuss the organization’s progress in implementing its 2014 objectives, and brainstorm additional actions that can be undertaken to strengthen US-Tunisia economic cooperation and exchanges. Key outcomes of the meeting were as follows (1) Build partnerships with several identified organizations that increase exchanges of private sector, politicians, […]
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TAYP Editorial March 2014
Dear TAYP Members and Friends, The prevailing question in Tunisia nowadays is forward looking; what is next for Tunisia? The question is simple, yet powerful, and it reflects on the maturity of the Tunisian citizen political psyche. It also symbolizes the desire of the people to question and understand what their leaders are planning for […]
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TAYP Editorial June 2014
Dear TAYP members and friends We are almost half way through 2014 and like they say; time flies when you are having fun. At TAYP, we are accustomed at working hard and having fun. The past few months have been full of interesting activities, and projects. The articles within this newsletter will shed light on […]
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POMED Letter to Secretary Kerry for Tunisia
In March, The Project for Middle East Democracy in association with TAYP and other groups, prepared a letter sent to Secretary Kerry signed by a diverse group of high-profile voices from across the political spectrum—including four former U.S. Ambassadors to Tunisia, six former Assistant Secretaries of State, eight former Members of the House and Senate—called for […]
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The Tunisian Diaspora is key to FDI
Article published with the Atlantic Council, on the importance of setting the proper ecosystem and financial vehicles to foster further investment of the Tunisian diaspora towards Tunisia In the wake of Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa’s world tour to court international assistance, the focus on Tunisia’s economy has taken center stage a means to further the country’s […]
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Interview- Les Afriques Magazine June 2014
Mohamed Malouche, board chairman of the Tunisian American Young Professionals was interviewed in Rabat, Morocco by Les Afriques reporter Sanae Taleb, on TAYP’s efforts to further US-Tunisia relationships and on the needed cooperation between the three Maghreb Countries. Interview M Malouche Les Afriques June 2014 Read MoreTunisian Handcraft Export Initiative – Update
TAYP, working with a grant from US Embassy in Tunisia, is executing on a project to help expand exports of Tunisian handicrafts to the US market. We are offering selected Tunisian handicrafts vendors a very innovative market-driven approach that leverages technology, supply chain and fair trade to successfully market and sell Tunisian handicrafts. As part […]
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Is Policy Analysis needed in Tunisia?
That was the theme of the Round Table organized on March 17th in Tunis by Young Arab Analysts Network International (YAANI). This is an initiative of the British Council in partnership with Chatham House, in the region of Middle East and North Africa. YAANI aims to help the creation of a generation of young policy […]
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Tunisia’s value proposition: the fundamentals are not enough
The Center for Transatlantic Relations at John Hopkins SAIS organized a conference from June 2 to June 4, 2014 dedicated at examining cooperation among Mediterranean countries. The conference was titled “Transatlantic Economic Forum: Building Bridges Across the Mediterranean 2014”. In his intervention, TAYP board chairman, Mohamed Malouche, articulated Tunisia’s value proposition as an investment destination […]
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A memorable Dinner-Debate with ACYPL Exchange delegation
By Michael Blumer The TAYP Tunisian chapter board members enjoyed a wonderful dinner with the delegates from the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL). We all delved deeper into discussion about the flip-side to what they probably did not hear during their formal meetings with Tunisian politicians, institutions, and students. Such formal meetings were […]
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American Council for Young Political Leaders visit to Tunisia
The Tunisian American Young Professionals (TAYP) in partnership with the American Council for Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) hosted a delegation of 7 young American political leaders, in Tunisia, from May 20 to May 25, 2014. The second edition of this program (after a successful first exchange in December 2012) was designed to provide an in-depth […]
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TAYP Editorial June 2014
Dear TAYP members and friends, We are almost half way through 2014 and like they say; time flies when you are having fun. At TAYP, we are accustomed at working hard and having fun. The past few months have been full of interesting activities, and projects. The articles within this newsletter will shed light on […]
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