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Other sectors are likewise being progressively stressed to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE intends to construct a more varied and sustainable economy, minimizing dependence on imported items while also producing jobs for both nationals and locals.

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As one of the world's top 20 economies, the UAE has actually protected a leading position in foreign direct financial investment (FDI) inflows within the region. The World Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Advancement reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached roughly US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, placing the UAE second worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 new companies, marking its best 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 total number of companies exceeded 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with customized facilities, outstanding logistics, and over 100 personalized projects.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses seamless connection to international markets, which enables effective distribution of items to a large range of customers and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of open market agreements with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive place for developing production bases.