Michigan has top universities, world class advanced manufacturing facilities, a highly productive work force, access to the largest bodies of fresh water in the world, and shares an international border.

Michigan, the hub of the U.S. and global auto industries, is forging into the new economy with emphasis on the same competitive-edge technologies (life sciences, homeland security, alternative energy, etc.) Moreover, Michigan offers Israel advantages such as collaboration with world-class research institutions (including University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Wayne State University and Lawrence Technological University), an abundance of fresh water, advanced and precision manufacturing facilities, as well as access to world markets via the St. Lawrence Seaway and a major international airport.

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