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Other sectors are also being progressively stressed to advance the country's decarbonization goals 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 diversified and sustainable economy, reducing reliance on imported products while likewise creating jobs for both nationals and residents.

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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 Financial Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Advancement reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached around 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) welcomed 665 new business, marking its best very first quarter in over 20 years, with significant registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of companies exceeded 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 production firms with tailored infrastructure, excellent logistics, and over 100 tailored projects.

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Its strategic place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses smooth connectivity to global markets, which allows efficient 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 arrangements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing area for establishing production bases.