CLEAN : Two years on Tunisia

The transcript discusses the socio-economic challenges faced by the town of Thala in Tunisia. Despite its potential wealth from natural resources, the town struggles with high unemployment and social discontent. The new government has yet to decide on resource exploitation, leading to local demands for fair benefits. Frustration with the current situation has led some residents to consider secession. The government claims economic growth, but these assertions are met with skepticism by the people of Thala.

What is the main economic potential of Thala mentioned in the video?

• Fishing

• Agriculture

• Tourism

• Precious white rock

What is the residents' main demand from the government regarding resources?

• To increase taxes on resources

• To nationalize all resources

• To export resources to neighboring countries

• To provide licenses for resource exploitation

What are the key factors behind the social unrest in Thala?

• High taxes and inflation

• Unemployment and tough living conditions

• Lack of education facilities

• Political instability

What drastic action have some residents of Thala threatened to take?

• Boycott elections

• Form a new political party

• Organize a nationwide protest

• Secede from Tunisia

How does the Tunisian government view the country's economic situation?

• It is unpredictable

• It is declining rapidly

• It is improving with expected growth

• It is stable with no growth