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Emirates, officially the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates, commonly referred to as the UAE, is a federation comprised of seven emirates located along the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. These emirates include Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah. Each emirate is ruled by its own monarch and has its own local government, but they all come together to form one united country. The UAE is known for its modern cities, luxury hotels, stunning architecture, and thriving economy. Dubai, one of the most famous emirates, is a global hub for business, tourism, and innovation.

United Arab Emirates flag

The United Arab Emirates flag is a horizontal triband with a bar on the left. The used colors in the flag are red, green, black, white. The proportion of the United Arab Emirates flag is 1:2. The Flag of the United Arab Emirates was adopted in 1971. The first use of the current flag design was in 1971. The last change to the current United Arab Emirates flag design was in 1971.

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Ishy Bilady (Arabic: عيشي بلاديlit. ‘Long Live my Country’) is the national anthem of the United Arab Emirates. It was officially accepted as the national anthem of the UAE after the formation of the country in 1971. It is not clear whether it was the Egyptian composer Saad Abdel Wahab or his uncle, Egyptian composer Mohammed Abdel Wahab, who created the melody for the anthem in 1971. The anthem did not have lyrics until 1986, which were written by Arif Al Sheikh.

Religion in Emirates

 (2010 Census)
Religion Percent
 Islam
76.0%
Christianity
9.0%
Hinduism
6.0%
Others
8.0%
 
 

Facts & Stats

Emirates
Overview

United Arab Emirates, federation of seven emirates along the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula.

Official Name

الإمارات العربية المتحدة (United Arab Emirates)

Official Language

Arabic

Capital

Abu Dhabi

Population

(2024 est.) 9,257,000

Form Of Government

Federal Islamic semi-constitutional monarchy

Head Of State

President: Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Monetary Unit

real (R$; plural reais)

Total Land Area (Sq Km)

83,600 km

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Membership in
International Unions
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International organization participation: ABEDA, AfDB (nonregional member), AFESD, AMF, BIS, CAEU, CICA, FAO, G-77, GCC, IAEA, IBRD, ICAO, ICC (national committees), ICRM, IDA, IDB, IFAD, IFC, IFRCS, IHO, ILO, IMF, IMO, IMSO, Interpol, IOC, IPU, ISO, ITSO, ITU, LAS, MIGA, NAM, OAPEC, OIC, OIF (observer), OPCW, OPEC, PCA, UN, UNCTAD, UNESCO, UNIDO, UNRWA, UNWTO, UPU, WCO, WHO, WIPO, WMO, WTO

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The UAE is an ideal destination for investment with a vibrant culture, investor-friendly legislation, and a stable environment. With low taxes and new opportunities across mainland and free zones, the UAE aims to attract $150 billion of foreign investment by 2030, becoming a top global investment destination.

Invest Emirates

Invest Emirates is your investment guide to the UAE, bringing together information and data from government entities, international institutions, and private-sector consultants. The dedicated team that manages Invest Emirates aims to continue collating publicly sourced information and proprietary data to fill a gap in the resources currently available through various emirate-level investment facilitation bodies.

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Trade and professional associations

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), recognized for its strategic geographic location and booming economy, hosts an array of trade and professional associations that bolster its status as a preeminent commercial hub. These associations serve as linchpins connecting the vibrant network of businesses in sectors as varied as finance, real estate, technology, healthcare, and more, reflecting the country’s diversified economy and its move away from oil-dependence.

These organizations advocate for the interests of businesses and professionals by offering resources and opportunities for development, networking, and policy influence, thereby ensuring industries continue to thrive

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