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Other sectors are also being increasingly 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 construct a more diversified and sustainable economy, reducing reliance on imported items while likewise creating tasks 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 financial investment (FDI) inflows within the area. The World Financial Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached approximately US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, positioning the UAE 2nd globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 brand-new business, marking its finest very first quarter in over 20 years, with significant registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall number of business exceeded 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing companies with customized infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers smooth connection to global markets, which allows efficient distribution of items to a large range of clients and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of free trade agreements with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive area for establishing manufacturing bases.