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Other sectors are also being increasingly emphasized to advance the country's decarbonization goals 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 construct a more diversified and sustainable economy, decreasing 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 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 Advancement reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached approximately US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, placing the UAE 2nd worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 new business, marking its finest 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 overall variety of companies surpassed 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 production firms with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides seamless connectivity to international markets, which allows effective circulation of items to a wide range of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing number of complimentary trade contracts 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 manufacturing bases.