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Other sectors are also being significantly 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, reducing dependence on imported products while also creating tasks for both nationals and homeowners.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has protected 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 Development reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached around 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) welcomed 665 new business, marking its finest first quarter in over 20 years, with significant registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall variety of business exceeded 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its tactical area at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connection to international markets, which allows efficient circulation of items to a wide range of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, 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 appealing area for establishing production bases.