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The Middle East has become a global entrepreneurship hotspot, led by the UAE's free zone model offering 100% foreign ownership and zero corporate tax. Combined with world-class infrastructure, strategic location between Europe and Asia, and ambitious government-backed accelerator programmes, the region is attracting founders from around the world.
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United Arab Emirates excels in your top priority (infrastructure) with a score of 96, backed by strong career.
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