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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly highlighted to advance the country's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV production, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to develop a more diversified and sustainable economy, minimizing reliance on imported products while also 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 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, positioning the UAE second internationally in FDI inflows.

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

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Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connection to global markets, which allows efficient distribution of items to a wide variety of customers and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of open market arrangements with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive location for establishing manufacturing bases.