Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia
The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs has announced a funding opportunity for a program to support the development of phosphate resources in Tunisia, with the goal of advancing the country's economic development and export capacity. The program aims to promote transparent, private-sector-led investment and strengthen trade links between Tunisia and trusted partners. The funding opportunity is open to various types of organizations, including U.S. and U.S.-aligned companies, not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public international organizations. The total amount of funding available is USD 1,536,507. This notice does not provide details on the specific scope of work or requirements for applicants.
Description
U.S. Embassy Tunis and the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs' Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) seek applications for the “Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia” program, a commercial diplomacy initiative to support transparent, private-sector-led investment in phosphate development, optimize downstream mineral processing to meet international standards, and strengthen trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia, advancing Tunisia’s economic development and export capacity.
Eligibility Criteria
The following organizations are eligible to apply: • U.S. and U.S.-aligned for-profit companies and organizations, such as corporations and commercial firms • U.S. and U.S.-aligned not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
Focus Sectors
Mining
Target Countries
Tunisia