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Other sectors are also being increasingly emphasized to advance the nation's decarbonization goals following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon technologies, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to develop a more diversified and sustainable economy, decreasing dependence on imported goods while likewise developing tasks for both nationals and locals.

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As one of the world's top 20 economies, the UAE has secured 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 Development reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached approximately US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, placing the UAE second internationally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) invited 665 new business, marking its best very first quarter in over twenty years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's overall number of business went beyond 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing firms with customized facilities, outstanding logistics, and over 100 customized tasks.

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Its tactical place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses smooth connection to global markets, which enables effective circulation of items to a broad range of consumers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of open market arrangements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an attractive location for establishing manufacturing bases.