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Other sectors are likewise being progressively highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives 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 develop a more varied and sustainable economy, lowering reliance on imported goods 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 financial investment (FDI) inflows within the area. The World Financial Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Advancement reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached around US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, positioning the UAE second worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 brand-new companies, 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 overall number of companies surpassed 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with customized infrastructure, outstanding logistics, and over 100 personalized projects.

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Its strategic area at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses smooth connectivity to international markets, which enables effective distribution of products to a large range of clients and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of open market agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive place for establishing manufacturing bases.