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Other sectors are likewise being increasingly stressed to advance the country's decarbonization goals following the 28th Conference of the Celebrations (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, reducing reliance on imported items while also creating tasks for both nationals and residents.

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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 region. The World Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that FDI flows into the UAE reached roughly 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) invited 665 new companies, marking its finest first quarter in over twenty years, with considerable registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of business surpassed 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports nearly 800 manufacturing firms with customized infrastructure, exceptional logistics, and over 100 personalized tasks.

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Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, provides smooth connectivity to worldwide markets, which allows efficient circulation of products to a vast array of customers and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and facilities, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing variety of free trade agreements with streamlined, duty-free access to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, make it an appealing location for developing manufacturing bases.