Released on = September 8, 2006, 7:11 am

Press Release Author = Multicultural Business Council

Industry = Small Business

Press Release Summary = Israel\'s removal today of the air blockade over Lebanon
signals an excellent opportunity for businesses in the Middle-Eastern nation. An
international naval force will be in place within 48 hours, at which time the sea
embargo will also be lifted.

Press Release Body = ROCHESTER HILLS, MI (September 8, 2006) - Israel\'s removal
today of the air blockade over Lebanon signals an excellent opportunity for
businesses in the Middle-Eastern nation. An international naval force will be in
place within 48 hours, at which time the sea embargo will also be lifted.

Hotels and restaurants not affected by the recent conflict are open for business and
air traffic has already resumed to the Beirut International Airport. A Middle East
Airlines flight from Paris was the first commercial aircraft to arrive, landing just
after 6 p.m. local time.

Joyce Mouawad, Director of Marketing & Events for Monroe Hotels in Lebanon, says she
will be "very honored" to welcome people back to Beirut.

The opportunities in Lebanon are significant as people begin to return to this
popular tourist destination. All tourist related industries, including hotels,
restaurants, and nightclubs, are prime investment opportunities. Also, excellent
investment or commerce opportunities would be anything that will help rebuild
Lebanon\'s infrastructure. This includes all aspects of construction and skilled
trades.

"During our cultural tour at the beginning of July we learned that Beirut and its
people are a vital global commerce resource," says William Kaafarani, President of
Multicultural Business Council, a global organization that connects cultures through
commerce. "In addition to their tourist industry, they have excellent opportunities
for manufacturing operations."

MBC is working with the government of Lebanon in effort to clearly identify all of
the opportunities now available for businesses around the world.

About the Multicultural Business Council: The Multicultural Business Council is a
membership organization based near Detroit, Michigan. Its purpose is to connect
cultures through commerce. The organization offers certification programs, events,
cultural trips, and other venues to increase awareness and appreciation of the
multiple cultures flavor the world. For more information about the Multicultural
Business Council, send an email to rick@mbcglobal.org or visit www.mbcglobal.org.


Web Site = http://www.mbcglobal.org

Contact Details = Rick Weaver||1720 Northumberland Drive, Suite 202||Rochester Hills
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