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About the UAE

The United Arab Emirates consists of seven independent city-states: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm al-Qaiwain, Fujairah, Ajman and Ra’s al-Khaimah. In land mass, the UAE is comparable to the size of the state of Maine. Since 2004, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been the President of the UAE.

In just over three decades, the nation has transformed from a tribal culture reliant on agriculture and fishing to an entrepreneurial success story with world-class infrastructure. The leadership has dramatically improved education (effectively eliminating illiteracy), advanced health care and embraced change as the UAE modernizes, consistent with its history and cultural values.

The UAE is a member of the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, Arab League and the Gulf Cooperation Council.

To Learn More:

United Arab Emirates Embassy to the United States

UAE-US Relations