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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly stressed 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, lowering dependence on imported products while likewise producing jobs for both nationals and residents.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has secured 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 flows into the UAE reached roughly US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, putting the UAE second internationally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 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 variety of business exceeded 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 production firms with tailored facilities, outstanding logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers smooth connectivity to international markets, which allows effective distribution of items to a large range of clients and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of open market contracts 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 manufacturing bases.