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Other sectors are also being increasingly stressed 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 develop a more diversified and sustainable economy, reducing reliance on imported goods while likewise developing jobs for both nationals and citizens.

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As one of the world's top 20 economies, the UAE has actually secured 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, positioning the UAE 2nd globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 brand-new companies, marking its best first quarter in over twenty years, with significant registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of companies surpassed 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with customized facilities, excellent logistics, and over 100 personalized tasks.

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Its strategic area at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides seamless connectivity to international markets, which allows efficient circulation of products to a large range of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of complimentary trade contracts with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive area for establishing manufacturing bases.