United Arab Emirates

Coordinates: 24°N 54°E / 24°N 54°E / 24; 54

The United Arab Emirates i/juːˌntd ˌærəb ˈɛmɪrts/ (Arabic: دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة Dawlat al-Imārāt al-‘Arabīyah al-Muttaḥidah), sometimes simply called the Emirates or the UAE, is a country located in the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south, as well as sharing sea borders with Qatar and Iran. In 2013, the UAE's total population was 9.2 million, of which 1.4 million are Emirati citizens and 7.8 million are expatriates.

Established in December 1971, the country is a federation of seven emirates. The constituent emirates are Abu Dhabi (which serves as the capital), Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain. Each emirate is governed by an absolute monarch; together, they jointly form the Federal Supreme Council. One of the monarchs is selected as the President of the United Arab Emirates. Islam is the official religion of the UAE, and Arabic is the official language, although English is widely used.

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Why the Gulf States’ relations with Africa is the new heaven

B & FT Online 03 Apr 2025
In recent years, the relationship between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states comprising the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and African nations has evolved into a robust partnership characterized by substantial investments and strategic collaborations ... UAE’s Trade with Africa....
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UAE tops Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report

Madhyamam 03 Apr 2025
... one position for the fourth year in a row, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report 2024/2025.The report evaluated 56 global economies and ranked the UAE as the best environment for entrepreneurship and the development of small and medium-sized enterprises....
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Energy infrastructure projects announced to advance UAE AI strategy, net zero initiative

Urdu Point 03 Apr 2025
<p>ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 03rd Apr, 2025) Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) together with Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), today announced the development and implementation of new energy infrastructure projects to directly ......
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Taqa and EWEC sign power purchase agreement for 1GW of new advanced generation capacity 

Khaleejtimes 03 Apr 2025
... system despatch services of water and electricity across the UAE, on Thursday announced the development and implementation of new energy infrastructure projects to directly advance the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, and UAE Net Zero by 2050 initiative....
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Former Indian President Kovind to be chief guest at IBPC Dubai conclave

The Siasat Daily 03 Apr 2025
The event, slated to be held on April 25, will focus on strengthening India-UAE bilateral relations, exploring opportunities for Indian businesses and professionals in the UAE, and aligning India’s development goals with the UAE Vision 2030 ... Indian expat dies in UAE car accident after Eid staycation....
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How UAE sovereign wealth funds are evolving to shape global finance

The National 03 Apr 2025
However, although DIF plays a pivotal role in supporting fintech, the broader regulatory and infrastructural development of the UAE’s financial technology sector has been spearheaded by the Dubai International Financial Centre and the Dubai Financial Services Authority ... Amid these, the UAE is not merely reacting, it is leading....
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Watch: How Eid Al Fitr celebrations brought joy to 120,000 workers in UAE

Gulf News 03 Apr 2025
In previous years, the MoHRE has also been praised for initiatives such as providing transportation allowances, offering free healthcare, and facilitating professional development programmes for workers, all of which contribute to a positive and productive working environment across the UAE....
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Absa Group to Establish Dubai Office Amid Strengthening Africa-Gulf Investment Ties

The Arabian Post 03 Apr 2025
Trade between the UAE and sub-Saharan Africa has surged by more than 30%, and Saudi-Africa trade has expanded twelvefold during the same period. Recent developments, such as the UAE’s trade agreement with Kenya and Saudi companies like Jameel Motors entering the South African market, underscore the growing economic ties between the regions....
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Dubai Land Department Welcomes Global Investors and Experts at IPS Dubai 2025

Emirates 24/7 03 Apr 2025
Prominent Brazilian Delegations and Strengthening UAE-Brazil Ties ... This participation reflects the deepening economic and trade ties between the UAE and Brazil, offering a unique opportunity for investment collaboration and sustainable development initiatives ... Investment forums covering critical real estate trends and future city developments....
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Azizi Developments activates post-position draw for 2025 Dubai World Cup

Al Bawaba 03 Apr 2025
As part of its established partnership with the Dubai Racing Club, Azizi Developments, a leading ......
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EPA concludes its participation in Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2025

The Gulf Time 03 Apr 2025
Dr Abdulla AlSharhan, Vice President of EPA, remarked, “Our participation in the Bologna Children’s Book Fair is part of the association’s ongoing efforts to empower Emirati publishers by facilitating access to global platforms and engaging with the latest developments in children’s book publishing....
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‘Emirati Publishers’ take Emirati children's stories global from Bologna

Urdu Point 03 Apr 2025
Abdulla AlSharhan, Vice President of EPA, remarked, “Our participation in the Bologna Children’s Book Fair is part of the association’s ongoing efforts to empower Emirati publishers by facilitating access to global platforms and engaging with the latest developments in children’s book publishing....

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