IRAQ BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN DUBAI - The Government of Iraq in cooperation with the US Government Task Force for Business Stability Operations (BSO) in Iraq will host an Iraq Business and Investment Conference in Dubai from 28 to 30 August 2007. Over 100 high net worth businesspeople from the Southern Governorates of Iraq will be in Dubai to highlight investment and profit opportunities to GCC and international businesses. The conference aims to stimulate trade and investment in the south of the country by showcasing companies with clearly defined projects seeking outside financing from qualified investors. Investment opportunities will range from smaller businesses in need of a minimum of $1 million in financing to large enterprises seeking $200 million. The conference is focused on sound investment opportunities that are ready to move forward immediately rather than any specific industries.