The UAE remains the Middle East’s most popular destination for foreign manufacturing investments. The UAE secured 20 greenfield FDI projects in manufacturing in 2018, outstretching its neighbouring Middle East countries, according to greenfield investor monitor fDi Markets. Saudi Arabia and Oman respectively attracted 11 and seven manufacturing projects, while Bahrain, Israel, Qatar and Iran combined recorded just 50% of the UAE’s intake. Within the UAE, Dubai received the most investment announcements, with 14. The Jebel Ali free zone – just outside Dubai – was the most popular free zone, with five projects established or announced there. US …

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