Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia
This grant supports private investment and international standards in Tunisia’s phosphate sector to boost mineral processing, trade, and economic ties with the U.S.
Funder: Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Due Dates: September 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Award range: $1,000,000–$1,536,507; one award expected; up to one year
Summary: Supports private-sector-led phosphate development, improved mineral processing, and stronger trade/investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, supports projects that advance transparent, private-sector-led investment in Tunisia's phosphate sector, optimize downstream mineral processing to meet international standards, and strengthen trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia. The program aims to enhance Tunisia’s economic development and export capacity by improving critical minerals supply chains, with a focus on commercial diplomacy and international collaboration.
