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Other sectors are also being significantly highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV production, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to build a more varied and sustainable economy, minimizing dependence on imported goods while also developing tasks for both nationals and residents.

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

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 brand-new companies, marking its finest first quarter in over twenty years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total variety of business went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing companies with customized infrastructure, exceptional logistics, and over 100 customized projects.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses smooth connectivity to global markets, which makes it possible for 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 number 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 appealing area for developing manufacturing bases.