United Arab Emirates

Coordinates: 24°N 54°E / 24°N 54°E / 24; 54

The United Arab Emirates i/juːˌntd ˌærəb ˈɛmɪrts/ (Arabic: دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة Dawlat al-Imārāt al-‘Arabīyah al-Muttaḥidah), sometimes simply called the Emirates or the UAE, is a country located in the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south, as well as sharing sea borders with Qatar and Iran. In 2013, the UAE's total population was 9.2 million, of which 1.4 million are Emirati citizens and 7.8 million are expatriates.

Established in December 1971, the country is a federation of seven emirates. The constituent emirates are Abu Dhabi (which serves as the capital), Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain. Each emirate is governed by an absolute monarch; together, they jointly form the Federal Supreme Council. One of the monarchs is selected as the President of the United Arab Emirates. Islam is the official religion of the UAE, and Arabic is the official language, although English is widely used.

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UAE businesses get big VAT break on their group medical insurance costs

Gulf News 06 Oct 2024
This comes after the UAE ... According to the Ministry, “Certain services related to virtual assets will be exempt from VAT as part of efforts to support innovation and advanced financial technology, further positioning the UAE as a prominent center for virtual asset investment.”....
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New VAT rules: UAE businesses get major break on group medical insurance costs

Gulf News 06 Oct 2024
This comes after the UAE ... According to the Ministry, “Certain services related to virtual assets will be exempt from VAT as part of efforts to support innovation and advanced financial technology, further positioning the UAE as a prominent center for virtual asset investment.”....
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Bahrain International Airport holds ‘Hosted Airline Programme’

GCC Business News 06 Oct 2024
As part of this, the guests also visited the Basket Weaving Center in Manama, which offered a striking glimpse into Bahrain’s timeless craftsmanship ... By centering on innovation, efficiency, ... UAE Civil Aviation Day; A historic day of global recognition in air transport market .......
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Wynn Resorts Secures First Gambling License in UAE

The Arabian Post 05 Oct 2024
This significant development follows months of anticipation regarding the UAE’s potential move toward legalizing gambling, with Wynn Resorts at the center of the speculation ... The UAE has long maintained strict regulations prohibiting gambling, making this decision a watershed moment for the country’s economic and social policies....
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UAE Weather Forecast from 6 to 9 October 2024

Emirates 24/7 05 Oct 2024
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has announced the expected weather conditions in the UAE for the period from Sunday, October 6, to Wednesday, October 9, 2024 ... .......
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Indian passport portal services down with maintenance, UAE residents urged to visit BLS centres for services

Gulf Today 04 Oct 2024
Passport and related services (including TATKAAL and PCC) will not be rendered in the centers of M/s BLS International on 5 October 2024.” ... “Other Consular and Visa Services will continue to be rendered at all centers of M/s BLS International across UAE on 5 October 2024.”....
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India's foreign minister to visit Pakistan in rare trip

Khaleejtimes 04 Oct 2024
India's decision to attend the summit is "undoubtedly motivated more by (its) commitment to the SCO than to a desire to move the needle forward on relations with Pakistan", said Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute at the Washington-based Wilson Center ... UAE non-basmati rice prices set to drop 20% as India lifts export ban UAE ... ....
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Germany and UAE advance innovation

Gulf News 03 Oct 2024
Germany and the UAE have enjoyed a long-standing and fruitful relationship since establishing diplomatic ties in 1972 ... Many of these businesses are involved in technology-driven industries, underscoring the UAE’s transformation into a regional center for advanced innovation....
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Marex Group Set to Acquire Aarna Capital in Abu Dhabi

The Arabian Post 03 Oct 2024
The UAE’s strategic location, robust regulatory framework, and rapidly growing economy make it an attractive market for financial services firms ... The deal also comes at a time when the UAE is positioning itself as a global financial center, attracting investments from various sectors....
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Dubai Basketball ready for big clash against Serbia's Mega MIS

Khaleejtimes 03 Oct 2024
More than a battle of undefeated rivals, Dubai Basketball fans can also look forward to dazzling dance performances by UAE’s Sharmila Dance Center, led by world-renowned artist and choreographer Sharmila Kamte, who has been featured at internationally acclaimed events including ......
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The Risks of Buying American Specs Cars and Importing to UAE

The Arabian Post 02 Oct 2024
The importation of cars from other regions to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has gained traction over the years ... Besides, there is a free trade agreement between the UAE and the United States ... Maintaining GCC-spec vehicles in the UAE is cheaper because the local service centers in the region are familiar with the typical issues that come with them....
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Video: Dubai to honour senior citizens with helicopter rides over iconic landmarks

Khaleejtimes 02 Oct 2024
"It is in line with the directives of His Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who places active participation of senior citizens in various community activities at the heart of the priorities of all social and family initiatives launched by Dubai." ... UAE....
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Ministry of Economy launches National Economic Registry ‘Growth’ to support the UAE’s efforts in providing ...

Emirates 24/7 02 Oct 2024
Abdulla bin Touq, Ministry of Economy, affirmed that the UAE, thanks to the vision and guidance of its wise leadership, has adopted an innovative and pioneering initiative to promote sustainable digital readiness of government entities and upgrade the government services ecosystem, making it more flexible and competitive....
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