United Arab Emirates

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.

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The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates along the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. The federation formed in 1971 after British forces withdrew from the Persian Gulf.

When is the next UAE public holiday 2026? The official dates to know

The UAE Cabinet announced at the start of the year that there will be at least 12 public holidays in 2026, depending on official moon sightings. After the public and private sectors had

United Arab Emirates

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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It is the fourth largest Emirate and covers an area of 1,684 square kilometres, 3.16% of the total area of the UAE. The Emirate is near the northern-most point of the United Arab Emirates and shares its

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About our United Arab Emirates news Latest news on UAE (United Arab Emirates), providing comprehensive coverage of economy, politics, development, culture and current affairs in the Gulf

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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

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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.

UAE Declares Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday: March 19-22 for Public Sector

UAE declares Eid Al Fitr 2026 holidays from March 19-22 for federal entities. Mark the end of Ramadan with community gatherings and prepare for a smooth return to work on March 23.

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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.