United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation of seven emirates located in the southeastern part of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East. The emirates include Abu Dhabi (which is also the capital), Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras al-Khaimah. The culture of the UAE is deeply rooted in Arab and Islamic traditions, with modern influences due to rapid economic growth and urbanization. The UAE's economy is among the most diversified in the Gulf, with strong sectors such as oil, tourism, trade, and finance. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are particularly known for their futuristic skylines, luxurious shopping malls, and ambitious architectural projects. The UAE is also famous for hosting world-class sporting and cultural events. The country has a history of nomadic tribes and small fishing settlements before the discovery of oil, which radically transformed its economy and society. Population of the United Arab Emirates from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 9.6 million inhabitants. 2019: Approximately 9.7 million inhabitants. 2020: Approximately 9.9 million inhabitants. Capital (Abu Dhabi): Population in 2020: About 1.5 million inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) Dubai: ~3.3 million Abu Dhabi: ~1.5 million Sharjah: ~1.4 million Al Ain: ~766,000 Ajman: ~504,000 Ras al-Khaimah: ~345,000 Fujairah: ~225,000 Umm al-Quwain: ~78,000 Khor Fakkan: ~34,000 Dibba Al-Fujairah: ~31,000 Administrative Divisions: The UAE is divided into 7 emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Umm al-Quwain. GDP in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About $414.2 billion. 2019: About $421.1 billion. 2020: About $354.3 billion. Public deficit in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 2.2%. 2019: Approximately 2.4%. 2020: Approximately 2.6%. Inflation Rate from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Around 3.1%. 2019: Approximately -1.9%. 2020: Around -2.1%.