This program supports equity investments in basic industries that create intra/inter-regional synergies. Regions supported include: West Bank/Gaza, Jordan and Oman. This program is designed to promote and facilitate U.S. investment in emerging market economies by working with private capital to make direct equity and equity related investments. Investment funds are designed to complement OPIC loan products. Each investment fund must meet OPIC policy requirements, including impacts on the U.S. economy and employment. Contact OPIC, Dr. Fuad Abu Zayyad, Chairman, InterArab Mgmt. Inc., 2468 Eubarcadero Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303; 650-917-0390; Fax: 650-856-9864; {info@opic.gov}; {http://www.opic.gov/subdocs/public/publications/fundlist.htm}.