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Other sectors are also being progressively highlighted to advance the country's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to develop a more varied and sustainable economy, decreasing reliance on imported goods while also developing tasks for both nationals and citizens.

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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 Development reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached roughly US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, positioning the UAE 2nd internationally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 new business, marking its finest first quarter in over twenty years, with considerable registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total variety of companies went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 production companies with customized infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 personalized jobs.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connectivity to international markets, which makes it possible for efficient circulation of items to a large range of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of complimentary trade agreements with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing place for establishing manufacturing bases.