The United Arab Emirates[b] (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, [c] is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy …

6 days ago · United Arab Emirates, federation of seven emirates along the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Abu Dhabi, its largest emirate, is known for its oil wealth, and the emirate of Dubai serves …

This video highlights the UAE as a combination of seven destinations and a blend of the old and the new. It highlights the UAE’s natural beauty, historical sites and other features of the UAE’s culture …

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UAE Advances Innovation-Led Development Agenda In 2025 The United Arab Emirates accelerated its long-term development agenda in 2025 through a series of initiatives and digital policies aimed at …

The UAE time is 4 hours ahead of GMT. The Emirati Dirham is the official national currency. The US dollar is exchanged for the UAE Dirham at a rate of 3.67, and credit cards are widely accepted. The …

The United Arab Emirates, sometimes simply called the Emirates or UAE, is a federation of seven emirates (states): Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah.

Strategically located in the Arabian Gulf, and within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world’s population, the UAE is a modern crossroads, connecting East and West.

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The United Arab Emirates consists of seven independent city-states: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm al-Qaiwain, Fujairah, Ajman and Ra’s al-Khaimah.