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Other sectors are also being progressively stressed to advance the country's decarbonization goals following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon innovations, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE intends to construct a more diversified and sustainable economy, reducing dependence on imported products while also creating tasks for both nationals and locals.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has protected a leading position in foreign direct 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, placing the UAE second globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 brand-new companies, marking its best first quarter in over 20 years, with significant registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall variety of companies went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing companies with customized facilities, exceptional logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers smooth connectivity to international markets, which makes it possible for effective circulation of products to a wide variety of clients and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of complimentary trade agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing place for establishing production bases.