The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the southwest; it shares maritime borders with Qatar and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. As of 2024, the UAE has an estimated population of over 10 million; Dubai is the country's largest city.
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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.
Though small in size (similar to the State of Maine), the UAE has become an important player in regional and international affairs. In 1971, the late President His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan unified the small, underdeveloped states into a federation—the only one in the Arab world.
Currency 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.
Today, the UAE is a strong, vibrant, and modern nation that welcomes people from all around the world. The UAE is a model for sustainability, innovation, dialogue, and coexistence. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed was elected president of the UAE in May 2022.
This section provides essential information about the UAE's economy, political and government system, strategies, plans and initiatives. Know about the UAE’s vast history and rich culture.