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Other sectors are also being significantly stressed to advance the country's decarbonization goals following the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28). Low-carbon innovations, such as solar PV manufacturing, are being actively pursued. 5 By targeting these sectors, the UAE aims to build a more diversified and sustainable economy, reducing reliance on imported goods while also creating jobs for both nationals and homeowners.

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As one of the world's leading 20 economies, the UAE has actually secured a leading position in foreign direct financial investment (FDI) inflows within the area. The World 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 second globally in FDI inflows.

In 2022, the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC) welcomed 665 brand-new business, marking its finest first quarter in over twenty years, with substantial registrations from China, India, the UK, Germany, and France. 7 By 2023, the DMCC's total number of business went beyond 24,000.8 Similarly, the Jebel Ali Free Zone supports almost 800 manufacturing companies with customized facilities, outstanding logistics, and over 100 customized jobs.

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Its tactical location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, offers seamless connection to worldwide markets, which allows effective circulation of products to a broad range of consumers and end-users. Further, the UAE's strong logistics and infrastructure, absence of trade sanctions, and a growing number of free trade 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 developing production bases.