Country Details
| Land Area |
82,880 sq km |
Population |
2724000 |
| Capital City |
Abu Dhabi |
People |
Emirati 19%, other Arab and Iranian 23%, South Asian 50%, other expatriates (includes Westerners and East Asians) 8% (1982)
note: less than 20% are UAE citizens (1982) |
| Language |
Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu |
Religion |
Muslim 96% (Shi'a 16%), Christian, Hindu, and other 4% |
| Government Type |
federation with specified powers delegated to the |
Life Expectancy |
74.29 years |
| HIV/AIDS Rate |
0.18% (1999 est.) |
GNP per Capita |
$22,800 |
| Currency |
Emirati dirham (AED) |
Major Exports |
crude oil 45%, natural gas, reexports, dried fish, |
| National Holiday |
Independence Day, 2 December (1971) |
Dialing Code |
971 |
| Electricity |
220V |
Malaria Risk |
Moderate / Low Risk |
| Water Quality |
Unsafe |
Inoculations |
Malaria, Polio, Cholera, Typhoid |
| Crime |
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Driving License |
National Licence must be presented to Traffic Dept. with letters fromsponsor. |
| Photography |
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Entry Regs |
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| Time Zone |
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The Trucial States of the Persian Gulf coast granted the UK control of their defense and foreign affairs in 19th century treaties. In 1971, six of these states - Abu Zaby, 'Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Ash Shariqah, Dubayy, and Umm al Qaywayn - merged to form the United Arab Emirates (UAE). They were joined in 1972 by Ra's al Khaymah. The UAE's per capita GDP is on par with those of leading West European nations. Its generosity with oil revenues and its moderate foreign policy stance have allowed the UAE to play a vital role in the affairs of the region.
