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Other sectors are likewise being progressively stressed to advance the nation's decarbonization goals 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 diversified and sustainable economy, minimizing reliance on imported products while likewise developing jobs for both nationals and homeowners.

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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 streams 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 companies, marking its best first quarter in over twenty years, with considerable registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of companies exceeded 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 personalized jobs.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses seamless connection to worldwide markets, which allows effective circulation of items to a large range of customers and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing number of free trade agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive location for developing manufacturing bases.