Africa/Northern Africa
Tunisia
Tunis
12.0 Mio
163 610 km²
Tunisian dinar
Coastal
Arabic
Historical Events
146 - Fall of Carthage
Carthage is defeated by the Romans, ending its status as a major power.
7th century - Arab Conquest of Tunisia
Arab Muslims conquer Tunisia, introducing Islam and Arabic culture.
1546 - Ottoman Control Established
The Ottoman Empire establishes control over Tunisia.
1881 - French Conquest of Tunisia
France conquers Tunisia, marking the beginning of French protectorate rule.
1956 - Independence of Tunisia
Tunisia gains independence from French colonial rule and is established as a republic.
2011 - Tunisian Revolution
The revolution overthrows President Ben Ali, sparking the Arab Spring.
2014 - Democratic Elections
Tunisia holds free parliamentary and presidential elections, solidifying democratization.
2022 - Democratic Backsliding
Under President Kais Saied, Tunisia experiences a rating drop to a hybrid regime.