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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization objectives following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (COP28). Low-carbon innovations, such as solar PV production, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to construct a more diversified and sustainable economy, lowering dependence on imported products while likewise creating tasks for both nationals and citizens.

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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 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 2nd worldwide in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 brand-new business, marking its best very 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 business surpassed 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing companies with customized infrastructure, outstanding logistics, and over 100 tailored tasks.

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Its tactical place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides seamless connection to international markets, which enables effective distribution of items to a vast array of customers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing number of open market contracts with structured, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive area for developing production bases.