Abu Dhabi is the center of the UAE's political, financial, and cultural life, and is home to the country's government, government-owned companies, and many international businesses. The city is also a major tourist destination, with its beaches, resorts, shopping malls, and cultural...
The UAE was founded in 1971 and is made up of seven states: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Ras Al-Khaimah and Fujairah. The UAE is home to some of the world’s tallest skyscrapers, including the Burj Khalifa, which stands at...
The UAE hosts the highest number of expatriates of any country in the world, with Indians, Pakistanis, and Egyptians comprising the majority of the foreign residents. The majority of the population is comprised of Arabs, with Indians, Pakistanis, and other Asian nationalities...
The country has seen a rapid economic growth in recent years, driven by its diversified economy, which is based on a strategic mix of oil and gas, finance, industry and services. The UAE is also a major player in the global energy...
Journalists are often censored and arrested for reporting on sensitive topics such as labor rights, women’s rights, and the country’s internal politics. Migrant workers face exploitation and abuse, including forced labor, human trafficking, and wage theft. There have been improvements in some...
