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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly stressed to advance the nation's decarbonization goals following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE intends to build a more varied and sustainable economy, decreasing dependence on imported goods while likewise creating tasks for both nationals and locals.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has secured a leading position in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows within the region. The World Financial Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached roughly US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, putting the UAE second globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 new business, marking its finest first quarter in over twenty years, with significant registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall variety of companies went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing companies with tailored facilities, excellent logistics, and over 100 tailored projects.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses seamless connection to international markets, which allows effective distribution of products to a wide variety of customers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of open market contracts with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing place for establishing production bases.