The Ambassador’s visit to Zaghouan Governorate showcases U.S. firms’ investment in Tunisia, increasing bilateral trade, and how U.S. government assistance is creating opportunity and jobs for Tunisians across the country. PRESS RELEASE TUNIS, September 25, 2023 – Ambassador Joey Hood travelled to Zaghouan on September 25 and met with local government officials, U.S. companies in …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 26 September, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
CELEBRATING THE 226TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TUNISIAN-AMERICAN PEACE AND FRIENDSHIP TREATY H.E. Joey Hood, U.S. Ambassador to Tunis to La Presse : ” When you consider the history of bilateral relations and what we’re doing today, we see a bright future ahead of us “ By Chokri Ben Nessir Published on 28/08/2023 Today, August …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 30 August, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, History, News
Empowering Women in Tunisian Agriculture Over 600,000 women are the backbone of Tunisia’s agricultural sector, but many endure physical, psychological, and financial hardships. Ambassador Hood met with the National Union of Tunisian Women Kairouan (UNFTK), the Rural Women Association Jendouba (AFRJ), and women agricultural workers to learn about how their partnership with @USAID is helping …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 17 August, 2023 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, Events, News
PRESS RELEASE AMBASSADOR’S VISIT TO SOUSSE AND MONASTIR HIGHLIGHTS U.S. SUPPORT FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT During his two-day trip to Sousse and Monastir, Ambassador Hood engaged with local officials, partners, and participants of U.S.-sponsored initiatives and was impressed by efforts to transform the region into an innovation and technology hub. TUNIS, July 28 – Ambassador …
Read More»
By benjeddoul | 29 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Press Release Tunis, July 17, 2023 Delivery of Cutting-Edge Training Aircraft Expands U.S.-Tunisian Security Cooperation The handover of four next generation American-made Textron T-6C Trainer Aircraft highlights U.S. commitment to support Tunisia’s efforts to respond to security and humanitarian needs. On Monday, January 17, U.S. Ambassador Joey Hood and Deputy Under Secretary of …
Read More»
By benjeddoul | 21 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Hood inaugurated the Fouchana sports complex in Ben Arous with the Governor, Ezzeddine Chalbi. With support from the U.S. people, through USAID Tunisia, the center has been renovated to offer top-notch fitness facilities. This collaborative initiative will provide youth-friendly spaces for over 700 young people and more than 19,000 community members.
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 14 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
As Prepared for Delivery Ambassador Joey Hood’s Independence Day Remarks Good evening, everyone, and thank you for being with us tonight to celebrate the 247th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America. What a beautiful night to celebrate the birthday of our country with you – our colleagues, partners, and friends! I …
Read More»
By benjeddoul | 6 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events
Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt visited Tunisia May 5-10. Before the horrific and deplorable antisemitic attack on May 9 that stands in sharp contrast to Tunisia’s rich, multicultural history, Special Envoy Lipstadt and Ambassador Hood visited El Ghriba Synagogue and attended the annual Lag B’Omer festival on the island of …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 12 May, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Joey Hood and Minister of Cultural Affairs Hayet Guettat Guermazi signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to protect Tunisia’s cultural property. The MOU will facilitate technical cooperation between law enforcement, customs officials, and archaeologists of both countries to identify, interdict, and return trafficked cultural heritage from Tunisia. Tunisia now joins its neighboring North African …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 17 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, Events, News
Did you know that through U.S. support, an agricultural cooperative in Jendouba is producing its own cattle feed to benefit more than 200 farmers? Ambassador Joey Hood enjoyed meeting with members of the agricultural cooperative SMSA El Faleh in Bousalem, where he saw firsthand how training and U.S.-donated farming equipment is improving cattle feed production …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 6 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Joey Hood met with the Governor of Jendouba Samir Kouka on his first trip outside of Tunis. During the meeting, the Ambassador discussed with the Governor U.S. support for more than 2,300 small and medium-sized businesses, increasing agricultural and handicraft production, and creating nearly 3,000 new jobs.
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 6 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
To mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Ambassador Joey Hood and Ukrainian Ambassador Volodymyr Khomanets joined allies and partners yesterday in Tunis in recognition of the resolve of the Ukrainian people, their desire to remain independent, and their unwavering defense of freedom, sovereignty, and democracy. The United States remains committed to working …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 27 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News
In their introductory meeting yesterday, Ambassador Joey Hood and Prime Minister Najla Bouden discussed expanding bilateral relations through economic growth and job creation. While in the Kasbah, Ambassador Hood was thrilled to view the 1799 Treaty of Friendship and Commerce between the United States and Tunisia with the Prime Minister.
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events
As part of our strong support for Tunisia’s healthcare sector, the United States worked closely with the Ministry of Health to deliver 14 life-saving pediatric incubators to hospitals across the country. “These state-of-the-art incubators will help Tunisia’s medical professionals meet the needs of the country’s youngest patients,” said Ambassador Joey Hood during a ceremony attended …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 17 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Foreign Assistance
Newly arrived U.S. Ambassador Joey Hood presented his credentials to President Kais Saied at the Presidential Palace in Carthage. Ambassador Hood emphasized: “I am delighted to be the new ambassador to Tunisia and look forward to building on our two nations’ long-standing and historic ties.”
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy Tunis | 3 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News
