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Tunisia-Italia: Underwater power link to enhance energy cooperation
A 220-kilometer undersea power link, 200 kilometers of which will be underwater cables, is set to connect Sicily to Tunisia’s Cap Bon, with a 600-megawatt capacity. This major infrastructure project, part of the Elmed initiative,supported by the Mattei plan, aims to strengthen energy ties between Europe and Africa, supporting Tunisia’s green transition and enhancing sustainability efforts. The Elmed project reflects both nations’ commitment to improving energy resilience and promoting sustainable growth.