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FACTBOX: U.S. sets out projects to re-engage with Muslim world
MARRAKESH, Morocco |
MARRAKESH, Morocco (Reuters) - The United States will step up support for businesses, vulnerable young people, local governments and associations under President Barack Obama's plan for a "new beginning" with the Islamic world.
Following are details of schemes, including two projects in Yemen and Jordan worth more than $100 million, unveiled by U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Tuesday during a visit to Morocco.
* The projects focus on civil society, entrepreneurship and economic development, education, science, technology, empowering women and cooperation between religions. They include:
* A plan to hold an Entrepreneurship Summit in Washington in early 2010 bringing together innovators and leaders in Muslim communities and America's business leaders.
* A global network to connect entrepreneurs and bring together investors, business support services, schools and colleges.
* Civil Society 2.0, a plan to help grassroots organizations around the world use digital technology to communicate
* A $30 million project for vulnerable youth in Jordan
* $76 million scheme to help increase economic opportunities, social services and local governance in Yemen
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