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Other sectors are also being significantly highlighted to advance the nation's decarbonization goals 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 develop a more varied and sustainable economy, lowering dependence 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 financial investment (FDI) inflows within the region. The World Financial Investment Report 2024 by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development reported that FDI streams into the UAE reached around US$ 30.69 billion in 2023, up from US$ 22.74 billion in 2022, putting the UAE second internationally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 new companies, marking its best first quarter in over 20 years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of companies went beyond 24,000.8 Likewise, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 production firms with customized infrastructure, outstanding logistics, and over 100 customized projects.

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Its tactical place at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, uses seamless connection to worldwide markets, which makes it possible for effective circulation of items to a wide variety of clients and end-users. Even more, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, lack of trade sanctions, and a growing variety 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 location for developing manufacturing bases.