Dubai is one among seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. Other
Emirates are Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khiamah, Ajman,
Umm Al Qaiwain,
and Fujairah.
Abudhabi is the
capital of UAE and where the president of the country lives.
UAE was formed in the year 1971.
Much loved and respected His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin
Sultan Al Nahyan was the UAE's first president until his death on 2
November 2004. His son, His Highness Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahayan is now
the president of the nation.
Ruler of Dubai:
The ruler of Dubai is H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid
Al Maktoum, who is also the Prime Minister of the federation of the
United Arab Emirates. The crown prince is H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin
Rashid Al Maktoum
Nations capital
Abudhabi is about two hour
drive from Dubai and is well connected. Abu Dhabi is country's largest
emirate too.
UAE is an oil rich country.
UAE is considered by many as the Singapore or Hong Kong
of the Middle East owing to excellent developments in infrastructure,
tourism, and business.
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