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United Arab Emirates Capital: Abu Dhabi Population: 2,602,713 The Geography of United Arab Emirates Total Size: 82,880 square km Size Comparison: slightly smaller than Maine Geographical Coordinates: 24 00 N, 54 00 E World Region: Middle East General Terrain: flat, barren coastal plain merging into rolling sand dunes of vast desert wasteland; mountains in east Geographical Low Point: Persian Gulf 0 m Geographical High Point: Jabal Yibir 1,527 m Climate: desert; cooler in eastern mountains The People of United Arab Emirates Type of Government: federation with specified powers delegated to the UAE federal government and other powers reserved to member emirates Languages Spoken: Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu Independence: 2 December 1971 (from UK) National Holiday: Independence Day, 2 December (1971) Nationality: Emirati(s) Religions: Muslim 96% (Shi'a 16%), Christian, Hindu, and other 4% Economy of United Arab Emirates Major Industries: petroleum and petrochemicals; fishing, aluminum, cement, fertilizers, commercial ship repair, construction materials, some boat building, handicrafts, textiles Agricultural Products: dates, vegetables, watermelons; poultry, eggs, dairy products; fish Natural Resources: petroleum, natural gas Major Exports: crude oil 45%, natural gas, reexports, dried fish, dates Major Imports: machinery and transport equipment, chemicals, food Currency: Emirati dirham (AED) National GDP: $111,300,000,000 Total Export Revenue: $103,100,000,000 Brief History of United Arab Emirates: 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. Back to Geography Home Page

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