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Other sectors are likewise being progressively highlighted to advance the country's decarbonization objectives 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 intends to develop a more varied and sustainable economy, lowering reliance on imported products while likewise producing jobs for both nationals and citizens.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has actually protected 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 Development reported that FDI streams 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 brand-new business, marking its finest first quarter in over 20 years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total variety of business surpassed 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing companies with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 personalized projects.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers smooth connectivity to global markets, which enables efficient distribution of products to a broad range of consumers and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing number of complimentary trade contracts with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing location for establishing manufacturing bases.