The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation of seven emirates governed by hereditary emirs and a single national president. Abu Dhabi is the capital and largest emirate, making up 87% of the UAE's total land area. The economy relies heavily on oil exports, with the UAE having some of the highest per capita incomes and lowest unemployment rates in the world. Islam is the dominant religion and Arabic is the official language, though English is also widely spoken due to the diverse expatriate population that makes up the majority of residents. Tourism is a major industry, with the UAE seeking to attract visitors with its modern infrastructure, luxury hotels and shopping malls.

1. COUNTRY PRESENTATION Presented to : Prof. Varun Verma Prof Ipshita Chattopadhyay Section : SC3

2. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UAE THE EMIRATES

3. The UAE is a federation of Seven Emirates, each governed by a hereditary EMIR , with a single national president. ABU DHABI إمارة أبو ظبي ‎ AJMAN عجمان‎ DUBAI دبيّ ‎ FUJAIRAH الفجيرة‎ SHARJAH الشارقة ‎ RAS AL-KHAIMAH رأس الخيمة‎ UMM AL-QUWAIN أمّ القيوين‎

4. CAPITAL – ABU DHABI WORLD TALLEST BUILDING – BURJ KHALIFA ONLY 7 STAR HOTEL IN WORLD - BURJ AL ARAB LAND IN THE SEA – THE PALM ISLANDS SNOW IN THE DESERT – SKI DUBAI SNOW PARK PETROLEUM DEPOSITS BIGGEST MALLS SHARJAH CRICKET STADIUM

5. GEOGRAPHY Situated in Southwest Asia, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia. The total area of the UAE is approximately 83,600 square kilometers. The largest emirate, Abu Dhabi, accounts for 87 percent of the UAE's total area . Maximum temperatures reach above 40 °C (104.0 °F) on the coastal plain during July and Aug. Minimum temperatures in January and February are between 10 and 14 °C (50 and 57.2 °F). In the oases grow date palms, acacia and eucalyptus trees.

6. ECONOMY Abu Dhabi was labeled "The richest city in the world" by a CNN article. Highest per capita incomes in the world ($49,499). More than 85% of the economy is based on the exports of natural resources. $350 billion worth of active construction projects. We import manufactured goods, machinery, and transportation equipments. $360 billion in overseas investments & an estimated $900 billion in assets. Lowest Unemployment rate in the world, 0.5%

7. INFRASTRUCTURE Biggest projects market in the region. Many huge investments have been poured into real estate, tourism and leisure. Al Maktoum International Airport – Largest Airport in the world. World Tallest Building – Burj Khalifa Jebel Ali Port is the largest port in the Middle East, and the seventh busiest in the world. The Dubai Metro is the first urban train network in the Arabian Peninsula. Only 7 star hotel in world - Burj Al Arab.

8. CULTURE Islam is largest and the official state religion of the UAE. Tolerance toward other religions and rarely interferes in the activities of non-Muslims. Diverse and multicultural society. Of the total 8.9 million residents, Indian (1.75 million); Pakistani (1.25 million); Bangladeshi (500,000); other Asian (1 million); European and African (500,000); and Emirati (890,000). Religions: Muslim (96%), Hindu, Christian. Languages: Arabic (official), English, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali. Alcohol is generally only served in hotel restaurants and bars.

9. TOURISM Hospitality is the main aspect of UAE people traditions and values. Tourism capital on the middle east. Most modern of malls, world’s most sought-after brands. Desert meets the sea shores. Unique natural sites (e.g. islands, oases, and beaches). Elite and top classes seeking luxury and welfare. Suit all people of ages, like cinema festivals, concerts, sports champions, shopping festivals, culinary events, family festivals.

10. EDUCATION The UAE has a strong interest in improving education and research. Primary schools, Middle schools and High schools. Arabic medium with emphasis on English as a second language. Public schools in the country are free for citizens of the UAE. Illiteracy rate is of 7%, mainly amongst the adult population. Thousands of nationals pursuing formal learning at 86 adult education centers spread across the country. The Higher Colleges of Technology, offering courses in business administration, accounting, banking, information systems, computers, engineering, aviation technology, health sciences, and entertainment.

11. HEALTH The UAE Ministry of Health (MoH) provides special medical centers for school children, and health units in every school. Tap water is desalinated and safe for drinking. There are world-class hospitals and clinics in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other major cities of the UAE. Life expectancy at birth in the UAE, at 78.3 years, has reached levels similar to those in Europe and North America. The UAE is working with leading global institutions to develop its health care system.

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