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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV production, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE intends to build a more diversified and sustainable economy, minimizing dependence on imported goods while also producing tasks for both nationals and homeowners.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has actually 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 streams into the UAE reached around US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, putting the UAE 2nd worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 new companies, marking its finest first quarter in over 20 years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total variety of business exceeded 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing firms with tailored facilities, exceptional logistics, and over 100 tailored tasks.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides smooth connection to worldwide markets, which makes it possible for effective distribution of items to a wide variety of clients and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of open market arrangements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive place for developing manufacturing bases.