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Mideast Boom
Mosaica is not the only company benefiting from a surge in Mideast demand for U.S. goods and services. This year, U.S. exports to the region are expected to increase 56 percent, to $40 billion. Below, the top 15 importers.
| Country | 2006 Imports from the U.S. |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.7 billion |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.2 billion |
| Egypt | $5.1 billion |
| Kuwait | $2.4 billion |
| Iraq | $2.2 billion |
| Algeria | $1.5 billion |
| Qatar | $1 billion |
| Jordan | $1 billion |
| Oman | $920 million |
| Morocco | $800 million |
| Lebanon | $580 million |
| Bahrain | $450 million |
| Yemen | $350 million |
| Tunisia | $220 million |
| Syria | $200 million |
Source: The Institute for Research: Middle Eastern Policy
Correction: Our list of the top Mideast importers of U.S. goods omitted Israel. With an anticipated $11.4 billion in imports from U.S. businesses in 2006, Israel should have topped this list.
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