This book investigates the socioeconomic factors that triggered Tunisiäs revolution for
dignity¿ and the current issues and challenges facing its economy while suggesting mechanisms
and instruments for their resolution. The author begins by analyzing the roots of the
revolution and the post-revolution situation from a political sociology perspective and then
diagnoses the Tunisian economy before and after the revolution and identifies the
multidimensional binding constraints preventing it from escaping the middle-income trap. The
book then explores the pillars of an inclusive development strategy that Tunisia should pursue.
The emphasis is made on building inclusive institutions developing a new social contract and
reinventing the country's leadership. Beyond the institutional dimension the author suggests
innovative financial channels discusses the strategy of a successful integration of the
Tunisian economy in the global economy as well as the pillars of its transformation into a
knowledge-based economy.
