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___ United Arab EmiratesDestination United Arab Emirates, this page is about many aspects of UAE. Here you will find comprehensive information about the United Arab Emirates in its diversity: geography, economy, science, people, culture, environment, government and history.You will have access to newspapers from United Arab Emirates and you will find extensive travel and tourism information for the Emirates of Abu Dhabi and Dubai. |
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United Arab Emirates | UAE |
Country Profile |
 Flag of United Arab Emirates Background: An oil-rich desert country situated in the south-east of the Arabian Pensinsula. In 1971 the former Trucial States of the Persian Gulf coast Abu Zaby (Abu Dhabi), 'Ajman (Ajman), Al Fujayrah (Fujairah), Ash Shariqah (Sharjah), Dubayy (Dubai), and Umm al Qaywayn (Umm al-Qaiwain) - merged to form the United Arab Emirates joined by Ra's al Khaymah (Ras al-Khaimah) in 1972. The UAE is the third largest oil producer in the Gulf after Saudi Arabia and Iran. border countries: Oman, Saudi Arabia other Gulf States: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates is a member state of the League of Arab States |
 Official Name: Dawlat Al Amarat al Arabiyah al Muttahidah int'l long form: United Arab Emirates abbreviation: UAE former: Trucial Oman, Trucial States. ISO Country Code: ae Actual Time: Sat-May-10 06:06 Local Time = UTC +4h Capital City: Abu Dhabi (pop. 928,000) Other Cities: Al Ain, Dubai (pop. 860 000), Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah. Government: Type: Federation of Emirates Independence: 2 December, 1971 Provisional constitution: 2 December, 1971 Geography: Location: Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. Area: 83,600 sq. km (32,400 sq. miles) Terrain: Largely desert with some agricultural areas. Climate: Hot, humid, low annual rainfall, cooler in eastern mountains People: Nationality: UAE, Emirati Population: The U.A.E. has approximately 3 million people from all over the Arab world, Asia, Europe, Africa and America. Approximately 80% of the population is non-UAE nationals. Ethnic groups: Arab, Pakistani, Indian, Iranian, Filipino (27% of residents are UAE citizens) Religions: Muslim (96%), Hindu, Christian. Languages: Arabic (official), English, Hindi, Urdu, Farsi. Literacy: (UAE citizens) about 80%. Natural resources: Petroleum, natural gas. Agriculture products: Dates, vegetables, watermelons; poultry, eggs, dairy products; fish. Industries: Petroleum, fishing, petrochemicals, construction materials, some boat building, handicrafts, pearling. Exports partners: Japan 24.6%, South Korea 9.8%, Thailand 5.6%, India 4.3% (2005) Imports partners: UK 10%, China 9.7%, USA 9.4%, India 9.2%, Germany 5.9%, Japan 5.4%, France 4.7%, Singapore 4.1% (2005) Currency: UAE Dirham (AED) |
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| Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of United Arab Emirates H.H.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al MaktoumCrown Prince of Dubai and Defense Minister of the UAE. H.H.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al NahyanRuler of Abu Dhabi and President of the United Arab Emirates. United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates Government Gateway. UAE Interact Official website for the Ministry of Information and Culture. Diplomatic Missions United Arab Emirates Mission to the United Nations UAE's Permanent Mission to the United Nations. Embassy of the United Arab Emirates Washington D.C. UAE Embassies and Consulates Address list of UAE Embassies and Consulates abroad. Visas and Immigration Visas and Immigration Information for the UAE. Foreign Embassies in Abu Dhabi Address list of foreign embassies in Abu Dhabi. Foreign Consulates in Dubai Address list of foreign consulates in Dubai. Maps Map of the United Arab Emirates Shaded Relief Map of the UAE. United Arab Emirates City Maps United Arab Emirates City and Emirates Maps.  Google
Earth United Arab EmiratesZoomable satellite view of United Arab Emirates. Google
Earth Abu DhabiZoomable satellite view of UAE capital city Abu Dhabi. Google
Earth DubaiZoomable satellite view of Dubai City. Google
Earth Dubai Jumeirah Beach HotelZoomable satellite view of Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab. Map of Western AsiaMap of Western Asia and the Middle East region. Map of AsiaReference Map of Asia. |
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UAE NewsEmirates MediaLargest media corporation in the United Arab Emirates and through out the Arab World. Gulf News UAE English News paper online. Khaleej Times Khaleej Times is an English language daily newspaper published from Dubai. The Emirates Network [TEN] Country information and news. UAE Interact published daily by the External Affairs Department of the Ministry of Information and Culture of the United Arab Emirates. UAE Today News, Entertainment, Lifestyle. WAM Emirates news agency. |
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Arts & CultureCultural Foundationwith the National Library and the Institution of Culture & Art. Dubai Museum in Al Fahidi Fort Insight into the rich history and cultural heritage of Dubai.  Sharjah
MuseumThis is the homepage of several modern museums located in Sharjah. |
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Business & Economy__Emirates BanksCentral Bank of the United Arab Emirates Emirates Banks Associtation National Bank of Abu Dhabi National Bank of Dubai __Emirates Chambers of Commerce and Industry Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Provides Information on the Capital of the UAE. Ajman Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry Dubai Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sharjah Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority A guide to the Emirate. Yellow Pages Of the United Arab Emirates __Transportation Abu Dhabi Aviation Largest commercial helicopter operator in the Middle East. Etihad Airways The national Ailrline of the United Arab Emirates. The Emirates Airlines Airline of the UAE flies to more than 70 destinations worldwide. Royal Jet Premium private charter aircraft service. Abu Dhabi Travel & Tourism Agencies Committee Main objective of ATTAC is to improve the standard of the travel agencies in the emirates. Port Zayed Capital port of UAE operated by the Abu Dhabi Seaport Authority. |
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about Business Communication and Business Etiquette in United Arab EmiratesBusiness United Arab Emirates |
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Destination United Arab Emirates - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover the United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman.Find hotels, accommodation, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, cruising, festivals and events, nightlife, wildlife, and tours by following the links below. Explore Abu Dhabi Official tourism website for Abu Dhabi. UAE Interact Comprehensive visitor's information for travel and tourism in the United Arab Emirates. United Arab Emirates Culture, tourism and history of the Arab Emirates. United Arab Emirates Home Page Information about the seven emirates their traditions and culture. Dubai Dubai The official tourism guide to Dubai. Dubai City Guide A portal on Dubai City for visitors and residents. Dubai Look A guide to Dubai events, clubs, dining and nightlife. Dubai Online Guide to Hotels, Jobs and Restaurants. Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah Tourism The official tourism site of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah Municipality (in Arabic) Sharjah Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority Online guide to Sharjah Emirate. Sharjah Municipality Official site ofSharjah Municipality. Abu Dhabi Capital city Abu Dhabi Municipality. Al Ain Al Ain Municipality. Hotels Emirates Palace Ultimate luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi. Jumeirah Beach Hotel The most fantastic hotel on Earth, the world's only seven star hotel, accompanied by the Burj Al Arab, the Arabian Tower. |
 Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab |
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EducationAjman University of Science & Technology Network (AUST Network)Established to be a distinguished institution of higher education in the UAE and the Arab world. United Arab Emirates University Arab Islamic University. University of Sharjah The University aims to become a leading academic institution in the Middle East. Zayed University Zayed's University for women. |
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EnvironmentEnvironmental Research & Wildlife Development Agency (ERWDA)Committed to protect and manage the rich biodiversity, provide a clean environment and promote sustainable development patterns in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. |
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HistoryThe PastHistory and Traditions of the People of the UAE. |
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| Sport Dubai World Cup Dubai international horse racing. |
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SearchImportant Places in U.A.E.UAE addresses. The Emirates Network [TEN]. UAE directory. Index UAE Search Engine A searchable directory of UAE web sites. United Arab Emirates Internet Pages UAE directory. Additional Information on United Arab EmiratesArabNet -- United Arab EmiratesBBC News Country Profile: United Arab Emirates Governments on the WWW: United Arab Emirates Open Directory: United Arab Emirates UT - MENIC: Countries: United Arab Emirates The Center for Middle Eastern Studies (University of Texas) on United Arab Emirates. Wikipedia: United Arab Emirates The World Factbook -- United Arab Emirates |
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