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Other sectors are also being progressively highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (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 varied and sustainable economy, minimizing dependence on imported goods while also creating jobs for both nationals and residents.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has protected a leading position in foreign direct 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, putting the UAE second globally in FDI inflows.

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

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Its tactical area at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connectivity to worldwide markets, which makes it possible for efficient circulation of items to a broad variety of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of free trade agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive location for establishing manufacturing bases.