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Other sectors are likewise being progressively emphasized to advance the country's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (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 dependence on imported products while likewise creating jobs for both nationals and locals.

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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 Financial 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, placing the UAE 2nd globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 new business, marking its best first quarter in over 20 years, with significant 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 manufacturing firms with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 tailored jobs.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connectivity to international markets, which enables efficient circulation of products to a large range of clients and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety 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 attractive place for establishing production bases.