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The world's second-largest economy has in recent years been mired in a persistent domestic spending slump just as pressure on its export-reliant manufacturing sector intensifies.

At a club mired in ownership and financial troubles, 12th was an admirable performance.

But with Tunisia now mired in public debt, the current government has backtracked on that promise and is planning a fivefold increase in fertiliser output at Gabes in a bid to boost hard currency earnings.

But with many still mired in recovery and reconstruction efforts, Kunitz believes others may not be satisfied with the findings from authorities.

The talks have been mired in persistent disagreement over who should have to cut back on water and by how much.