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 …

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‘Make it in the Emirates’ is the unified industrial brand identity to encourage manufacturing and production in the UAE. Local and international investors are invited to contribute to the development …

Jul 13, 2023 · The United Arab Emirates (UAE), a federation located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula, comprises seven distinct emirates. Each emirate maintains considerable autonomy, while …

2 days ago · While in the UAE, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning the United Arab Emirates is provided …

23 hours ago · American, Ukrainian and Russian representatives are due to gather again in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday for the next round of trilateral talks.

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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.

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 …

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.