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Other sectors are also being significantly stressed 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 build a more varied and sustainable economy, minimizing reliance on imported goods while also developing jobs for both nationals and citizens.

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As one of the world's top 20 economies, the UAE has actually protected a leading position in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows within the area. The World Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached approximately US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, putting the UAE 2nd globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 brand-new companies, marking its finest first quarter in over 20 years, with considerable registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall number of business went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing firms with tailored facilities, excellent logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its tactical place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides seamless connectivity to international markets, which enables efficient distribution of products to a large range 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 structured, 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.