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Other sectors are also being progressively emphasized to advance the country's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon innovations, such as solar PV production, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to develop a more diversified and sustainable economy, reducing dependence on imported goods while also producing jobs for both nationals and citizens.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has actually secured a leading position in foreign direct financial investment (FDI) inflows within the region. The World Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Advancement reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached roughly US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, positioning the UAE 2nd worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 brand-new business, marking its best first quarter in over 20 years, with considerable registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total variety of business exceeded 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing companies with customized infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 tailored jobs.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides smooth connection to global markets, which allows efficient circulation of products to a wide variety of clients and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of complimentary trade agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing location for establishing production bases.