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Customs of the United Arab Emirates presentation. Presentation “United Arab Emirates

Presentation
Student of class 10-A
NVK No. 57
Dmitrenka Egor

United Arab Emirates -
federal state consisting
of seven emirates, each of which
represents a state -
absolute monarchy: Abu Dhabi,
Ajman, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Ummel Qaiwain, Fujairah and Sharjah.

Attractions

The village of Hatta is mountain resort With
clean air, transparent
lakes and harsh scenery in
view of the Hajar Mountains. Residents of Dubai
come here for the mild climate,
to take a break from the humid heat
coast. In the center of Hatta stands
ancient fortress Hatta Fort -
now an ethnographic museum -
previously served to protect the city.
The houses of the inhabitants of the old village are huddled together
rocks, and are used for vegetable gardens
terraces going down. Not long ago
a fort was reconstructed here, two
18th century watchtowers and two
a dozen houses made of stone, clay, trunks
reeds and palm trees with
traditional systems
water supply

Singing Dubai Fountain The Dubai Fountain is a musical fountain located in an artificial lake with an area of over 12 hectares next to the Bu skyscraper

Singing Dubai Fountain
The Dubai Fountain is a musical fountain located in an artificial lake
with an area of over 12 hectares next to the Burj Khalifa skyscraper in the center of Dubai.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

In the eyes of uninitiated foreigners, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque is the main showcase
the untold riches of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. A kind of illustration for “Tales of 1000 and
one night." Thanks to the guidebooks who vying with each other about it
extreme luxury. Like, the size of the miracle building is equal to five
football fields, its walls are inlaid with pure gold and gems, and
the estimate is expressed in ten figures - 2,000,000,000 dirhams.

Dubai Mall is the largest shopping and entertainment center in the world, located in downtown Dubai.

Seas and rivers In the north, the UAE has access to the Persian Gulf, from where, through the Gulf of Oman, you can get to the Arabian Sea, and then to Indian Ocean. The country's water resources are extremely scarce; there are no permanent rivers in the UAE, only wadis - the beds of temporary water flows that tend to appear and disappear

Natural conditions UAE The landscape of the UAE is not particularly diverse; only in the east of the country do the peaks of the Al Hajjar Mountains, which are about 200 million years old, rise majestically. The value of these mountains, consisting of separate massifs up to m above sea level, lies in their reserve water resources in the form of volcanic lakes and groundwater. The climate of the UAE is dry subtropical. In winter, the UAE has warm and sunny weather, with an average daily temperature of about 26°C, but at night in winter the temperature can drop to 12-15°C on the coast, and in the desert and highlands even below 5°C. In summer, the average daily temperature is about 45°C, and sometimes higher. The water temperature in the Persian Gulf exceeds 33° C in summer, and in winter it drops to 16° C in the north and up to Although the coastal regions of the country are more humid (50-60% humidity, up to 90% in summer and autumn) than the central ones, the annual level precipitation is no more than 100 mm. In other words, rain in the UAE is rare (no more than 7-10 days a year, usually in winter). Droughts, which can last for several years in a row, are normal for this region. In winter and spring, the United Arab Emirates is characterized by sandy winds that blow predominantly from the north and northwest

Transport routes The bulk of overseas transport is carried out by sea. Own maritime transport poorly developed - total displacement is about 1 million tons. A significant amount of cargo is transported on foreign ships. The total cargo turnover is about 35 million tons. cargo and up to 80 million tons. oil per year. The most important ports are Jebel Ali and Rashid in the emirate of Dubai, Zayed in Abu Dhabi, Fujairah in the principality of the same name

UAE resources The UAE, as you know, is one of the oil-exporting countries: the proven oil reserves of the United Arab Emirates amount to about 10% of the world - about 13.5 billion tons. Daily oil production exceeds 2.7 million barrels, of which about 2.2 million are exported. The main importers of UAE oil are the countries of South- East Asia, while Japan accounts for about 60% of the oil exported by the UAE. Most of the country's reserves are concentrated in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The main oil fields are: in Abu Dhabi - Asab, Beb, Bu Hasa; to Dubai - Fallah, Fateh, Southwestern Fateh; to Rashid Sharjah - Mubarak. The UAE's oil refining capacity is about 39.3 thousand tons per day. The country's main oil refineries are Ruwayz and Um al-Nar-2. The UAE oil industry is controlled by the country's government. The state oil company Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) includes oil production, service and transportation companies. Outcrops of gold, lead, copper, and sulfur were discovered in the UAE. The reserves of asbestos, estimated at thousands of tons, and gypsum, million tons, are of industrial importance. The UAE also has iron ore, uranium and other minerals.

Type of reproduction, number The population is approximately 4.5 million people, of which ethnic Arabs make up only a third, and indigenous people 11%. The rest are from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other countries south asia who immigrated to the UAE as temporary workers. 85% of people living in the country are not its citizens. Arab immigrants are represented mainly by Palestinian refugees. The male part of the population makes up 2.54 million people (65%) of the total population. The UAE has the highest population growth in the Middle East and one of the highest in the world. 95% of the Emirates population is under 50 years of age. The largest age group is older people. Despite high population growth, the UAE has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world ($19,000/year). Type of reproduction – second.

Level of urbanization and major cities 88% of the Emirates' population is concentrated in cities. The largest and most dynamically developing city of Dubai with a population of more than 1.5 million people. Other major cities are Abu Dhabi (capital), Al Ain, Fujairah and Sharjah

Industries of specialization Currently, the UAE is one of richest countries world, in terms of their standard of living, they are quite comparable to the G7 countries. Before the discovery of oil, the traditional occupation of the not very large population of the UAE was cattle breeding, growing palm trees, and fishing and pearl fishing. By exporting pearls, the emirate of Dubai has become a major trading center in the region. But with the advent of artificial pearls, local traders had to reorient themselves to gold and jewelry. The capacity of the oil production industry is 9 million barrels/day. Gas reserves amount to 6.6 trillion. cube m, and the main volume of gas production is used to produce electricity. In addition, liquefied associated gas is produced and exported mainly to Japan. The oil refining industry is represented by two oil refineries in the emirate of Abu Dhabi - in Ruwais and Umm an-Nar. Urea and ammonia production plants (in Ruweis and Jebel Ali), as well as sulfur production facilities, oil and lubricant plants, also operate using oil and gas raw materials. The processing industry is represented by the Dubai Aluminum Smelter, a dry dock, 3 cable production plants, cement factories, numerous textile and food industry enterprises, small factories producing rolled steel, pipes and paints, and building materials.

Agriculture of the UAE The UAE is a country with an arid climate and little rainfall. Agriculture provides only 3% of GDP and employs 7% of the working population (2000). Main industries agriculture: agriculture and nomadic cattle breeding. The main areas of agricultural development are the eastern part of Ras al-Khaimah and Abu Dhabi, the north-east of Sharjah, and part of the coast of the Gulf of Oman. The main crops grown are dates and vegetables. Efforts are being made to achieve grain self-sufficiency, but this is hampered by shortages fresh water. Poultry and cattle are raised. Nomads raise sheep, goats and camels. Basic food needs are met through imports. Date palm fruit

Participation of the UAE in the international geographical division of labor Free economic zones: in order to attract foreign capital, a free economic zone (FEZ) was created in the emirate of Dubai in the area of the Jebel Ali port in 1985, in which 2,300 companies operate, 1/4 of which are small and medium-sized industrial companies. Main specialization: trade operations (74%), industry (22%), services (4%). The successful experiment in Jebel Ali prompted UAE governments to create new free economic zones. There are currently nine SEZs in the UAE, more than any other Arab country. According to available data, the percentage of industrial projects to the total number of projects implemented in SEZs is: in Sharjah - 17.7%, Fujairah - 39.8%, Ajman - 41.3%, Umm al-Quwain - 100%. Trade: UAE exports are mainly represented by oil and petroleum products (45%). Total exports increased from $22.6 billion (1993) to $44.9 billion (2002). In addition to oil, important export items are liquefied gas, aluminum, fertilizers, cement, fresh and dried fish, dates, and pearls. Main exporting countries: Japan (29.1%), South Korea(10.2%), India (5.4%), Oman (3.7%), Singapore (3.1%), Iran (2.2%) (as of 2001). The UAE imports machinery and equipment, vehicles, electronic equipment and household appliances, finished products, food, chemicals, synthetic materials, and metal products. The volume of imports in 1999 was $27.5 billion, in 2002 – $30.8 billion. Main trading partners: USA (6.7%), Germany (6.6%), Japan (6.5%) , France (6.3%), China (6.1%), Great Britain (5.9%), South Korea (5.5%) (as of 2001). Trading firms in the UAE, particularly in the Emirate of Dubai, are widely involved in re-export trade.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

الإمارات العربية المتحدة

Motto : "God, Nation, President"

COAT OF ARMS OF THE UAE

UAE FLAG

UAE- state in southwest asia in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula. Borders with Saudi Arabia in the west and south, with Oman in the east. It is washed by the waters of the Persian and Oman Gulfs.

The coast of the UAE is heavily indented, has many capes and sand spits, between which there are shallow bays and coves with natural beaches. The UAE comprises approx. 200 islands, most small in size.
Territory The UAE is mostly flat, rocky desert with occasional oases bordered by salt marshes, marshes and bayside beaches. The narrow coastal strip gives way to vast rocky plateaus, salt marshes and sand dunes of the desert region, which occupies 2/3 of the territory. The UAE desert is part of the vast Rub al-Khali desert. In the east of the UAE are located mountains Khojar; the average height is 1000-1500 m, the maximum is 2500. The coastal region of the Gulf of Oman stands out - Ash-Shamaliya (the center of the northern part of the Al-Watina valley) with a length of 75-80 km and a width of 2-4 to 25 km.

The depths of the UAE contain oil, natural gas, coal, iron ore, and rare earth metals. Oil and gas are the main ones natural resources UAE, of global importance. Proven reserves are estimated at 12,600 million tons of oil and 5,800 billion m3 of gas - 9.4 and 4.0% of world reserves, respectively (1997).
Soils: sandstones, limestones, mountain red and red-brown soils are found in the valleys.
The climate is desert, on the coast - subtropical. Average monthly temperatures in winter +10-18°C, in summer +35-48°C. Sandstorms are common in summer. In the east, summers are somewhat less hot and more humid. Precipitation is approx. 100 mm per year, in the mountains 300-400 mm per year. There are no natural reservoirs and rivers; temporary streams appear in the valleys.
Vegetation is mostly sparse and includes dry grasses and shrubs. Acacia, tamarisk, date and coconut trees. Animal world characteristic of the desert zone: gazelles, foxes, hares, small rodents, snakes. The coast is home to many species of birds (seagulls, flamingos, herons, etc.). sea waters rich in fish.

BRIEF INFORMATION

Population

Total (2008) 113th 6,122,000 people.

Density 65 people/km²

Total (2006) 55th in the world $129.3 billion.

Per capita $29.142 thousand.

Currency UAE dirham
Internetdomains.ae
Telephone code +971
Time zones UTC +4

Founded – December 2, 1971
Official language – Arabic
Capital: Abu Dhabi
The largest city is Dubai
Form of government –

Federation of Monarchies

President – Khalifa al-Nahyan
State Religion – Islam (Sunni)
Territory - 116th in the world 83,600 km²

Arab tribes have lived here since ancient times. Bedouins lived in the deserts, and sailors, pearl divers, and traders lived on the coast. In 1820, under the pretext of fighting local pirates, the British government signed an agreement with local sheikhs on the armed protection of English merchant ships. In the 19th century these lands became part of the British protectorate (from 1853 it was called Treaty Oman). An independent state was formed on December 2, 1971. The UAE is a member of the UN (since 1971), the League of Arab States (since 1972), the Non-Aligned Movement, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, and a member of OPEC since 1967.

POLITICAL ORGANIZATION

State structure The United Arab Emirates is a unique combination of republican and monarchical systems. The UAE is a federal state consisting of seven emirates - absolute monarchies. The state is headed by the Emir of Abu Dhabi, the government is headed by the Emir of Dubai. Sheikh

Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan

Formally Supreme Council of the Union takes highest place in the hierarchy of government in the UAE. The Council consists of the heads of all seven emirates. The Council determines the general policy of the state, and Council of Ministers is responsible to the Supreme Council for the implementation of this policy. The powers of the government include the development of bills and the federal budget, the adoption of regulations and instructions for the implementation of laws and other regulations, monitoring the execution of court decisions, ratification of international treaties and agreements, the appointment and dismissal of federal officials who do not require special orders from other higher authorities of the state. Currently, the Council of Ministers is headed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum.

Legislative branch represented by the federal National Council Judicial branch represented by the Supreme Court of Justice, which is the supreme federal court of the United Arab Emirates.

Mohammed ibn Rashid al-Maktoum

Emirate

Administrative center

Area, km²

Population, people

Ras Al Khaimah

Umm al-Quwain

Fujairah

Umm al-Quwain

Fujairah

The population of the United Arab Emirates is approximately 4.5 million people, of which ethnic Arabs make up only a third, and indigenous people make up 11%. The rest are from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other south Asian countries who immigrated to the UAE as temporary workers. 85% of people living in the country are not its citizens. Arab immigrants are represented mainly by Palestinian refugees. 88% of the Emirates' population is concentrated in cities. Almost all UAE citizens are Muslim, 85% of whom are Sunni and 15% Shia.

The basis of the UAE economy is the production and export of crude oil and gas. Current oil production is approximately 2.2 million barrels per day, most of it produced in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Other oil producers in order of importance: Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras al-Khaimah.
The most important sector of the economy is the electric power industry. The installed electricity production capacity is 6 thousand MW. The UAE is in 2nd place in the region after Saudi Arabia. Among the priority areas are the processing industry, real estate and services.
UAE agriculture contributes only 6% of GDP. It employs less than 5% of the working population. Total area cultivated lands - 32 thousand hectares. Basic food needs are met through imports.

Most overseas transport is carried out by sea.
Port Rashid and Port Jabel Ali in Dubai and Fujairah are among the top 40 container ports in the world, handling approximately three million container units per year.
The country has a well-developed transit system transport infrastructure in particular there are six international airports: in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharyah, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah and Alain. The largest of them, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, handle approximately six million passengers a year.
Internal transportation is provided by road transport. All emirates are connected by modern
Significant investments are being made in the construction of modern buildings and desalination plants to meet the growing demand for fresh water not only from the population, but also to meet the needs of the almost 100 million trees that have been planted over the past 25 years.

In order to attract foreign capital, 15 free economic zones have been created in the UAE, in which representative offices of 4 thousand foreign companies have opened.
The UAE is a major financial center in the Middle East. The total deposits of the 48 commercial banks operating in the country amount to about $80 billion.
The UAE's exports are mainly represented by oil and petroleum products. In addition to oil, liquefied gas, aluminum, fertilizers, and cement are also exported. Imports - primarily machinery and equipment, vehicles, household appliances, finished goods and food.
Main trading partners: China, Japan, USA, Great Britain, Republic of Korea, France, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Iran, India.

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United Arab Emirates

The UAE is a federal state consisting of seven emirates, each of which represents dwarf state with absolute monarchy: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Ras al-Khaimah, Umm al-Qaiwain, Fujairah and Sharjah.

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The state is headed by the President of the United Arab Emirates, who is the Emir of the largest emirate of Abu Dhabi. The capital of the United Arab Emirates is also the capital of the emirate of Abu Dhabi, the city of Abu Dhabi.

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Geographical location

The UAE is located in southwest Asia in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula. It borders with Saudi Arabia in the west and south, with Oman in the southeast and northeast (the Omani semi-enclave of Musandam (governorate) and its full enclave of Madha (wilayet of Musandam)). It is washed by the waters of the Persian and Oman Gulfs.

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CLIMATE

The climate in the United Arab Emirates is dry subtropical. There are usually no more than 7-10 rainy days per year, usually in the winter (January, February). In the winter months, the thermometer rarely drops below +20C, and in the summer months - July and August are considered the hottest here - average temperature is +35C. Water temperature ( open beaches on the coast of the Persian Gulf) in winter from +19C, in summer up to +35C. In hotel pools, the water temperature is always maintained at the most comfortable level: heated in winter and cooled in summer.

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State structure

The UAE is a young state, nevertheless, one of the richest in the world - the ocean floor regularly supplies the treasury with financial injections from the extraction of “black gold”. Oil production and export began in 1962 in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, and already in 1971, seven Arab emirates united into a confederation - the United United Arab Emirates.

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Population

The population of the United Arab Emirates is approximately 4.8 million, of which ethnic Arabs make up only a third and indigenous people 11%. The rest are from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and other South Asian countries and the Philippines who immigrated to the UAE as temporary workers. 85% of people living in the country are not UAE citizens. There are people from East and Central Africa. 88% of the Emirates' population is concentrated in cities. The largest and most dynamically developing city is Dubai with a population of more than 2.5 million people. Other major cities are Abu Dhabi (the capital), Sharjah, Al Ain and Fujairah.

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Religions

Almost all UAE citizens are Muslim, 85% of whom are Sunni and 15% Shia. Dubai is the only emirate to have a gurdwara and a mandir. There are churches in every emirate. In 2011, the first Orthodox church in the history of Christianity was built temple complex on the territory of the United Arab Emirates - St. Philip the Apostle in Sharjah.

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Languages

Arabic - official language UAE. English, Hindi, Urdu and Farsi are also used in the country.

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Jumeirah Mosque

It was built in 1979 in the medieval Islamic style, the building material for which was pink sandstone. In this wonderful example of modern Islamic architecture, traditional medieval elements also look harmonious, reminiscent of the mosques of Cairo of the 14th-15th centuries. The mosque is one of the largest, most beautiful, majestic and graceful architectural landmarks in the UAE.

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Burjkhalifa

The most tall building in the world, built in Dubai and named after the President of the UAE, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayedeen Nahyan. The height of the building is 828 m (with more than 160 floors). The author of this project is the American architect Adrian Smith. The Dubai Tower is a key element of the new business center of the metropolis. Inside the complex there are shopping centers, offices, hotels and apartments.

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Palm Islands

These are three huge artificially created "islands", which are visible from space with the naked eye, with a diameter of 6 km - Jumeirah, Jebel Ali and Deira. They represent the “trunk” and “crown” of a palm tree, consisting of 17 branches, around which there are two “crescents” with “inscriptions” in Arabic script.

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Presentation on the topic "United Arab Emirates" on geography in powerpoint format. This presentation contains a lot for schoolchildren. interesting information about the United Arab Emirates: general information, economics, resources, population characteristics and much more. Author of the presentation: Olga Kapranova, 10th grade student.

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"Business card"

Area - 83,600 sq. km
Population - 4,496,000 people. (2005)
Capital: Abu Dhabi
The official language is Arabic
Form of government – monarchy
Emirates - Al Fujairah, Al Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Qiwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Abu Dhabi, Dubai

UAE coat of arms

The coat of arms of the UAE depicts a yellow falcon - a symbol of autocracy in a country, most of which is occupied by desert. The tail plumage symbolizes the seven emirates - seven feathers.

UAE currency

Dirham is equal to 100 fils.
There are coins in denominations of 5, 10, 25 fils and banknotes of 5, 10, 50, 100, 200 and 500 dirhams.

Characteristics of EGP

Neighbours

The UAE is a federation of seven independent states along east coast Arabian Peninsula. In the north, the state borders with Qatar, in the west and south - with Saudi Arabia, in the east - with the Sultanate of Oman.

Seas and rivers

In the north, the UAE has access to the Persian Gulf, from where through the Gulf of Oman you can get to the Arabian Sea, and then to the Indian Ocean. The country's water resources are extremely scarce; there are no permanent rivers in the UAE, only wadis - the beds of temporary water flows that tend to appear and disappear

Natural conditions of the UAE

In summer, the average daily temperature is about 45° C, and sometimes higher. The water temperature in the Persian Gulf in summer exceeds 33° C, and in winter it drops to 16° C in the north and to 22-24. Although the coastal regions of the country are more humid (50-60% humidity, up to 90% in summer and autumn) than the central regions, the annual precipitation level is no more than 100 mm. In other words, rain in the UAE is rare (no more than 7-10 days a year, usually in winter). Droughts, which can last for several years in a row, are normal for this region. In winter and spring, the United Arab Emirates is characterized by sandy winds that blow predominantly from the north and northwest
The UAE's landscape is not particularly diverse; only in the east of the country are the majestic peaks of the Al Hajjar Mountains, which are about 200 million years old. The value of these mountains, consisting of individual massifs up to 1000-1500 m above sea level, lies in their supply of water resources in the form of volcanic lakes and groundwater. The climate of the UAE is dry subtropical. In winter, the UAE experiences warm and sunny weather, with an average daily temperature of around 26°C, but during winter nights the temperature can drop to 12-15°C on the coast, and in the desert and highlands even below 5°C.

Transport routes

The bulk of overseas transportation is carried out by sea. Own sea transport is poorly developed - the total displacement is about 1 million tons. A significant amount of cargo is transported on foreign ships. The total cargo turnover is about 35 million tons. cargo and up to 80 million tons. oil per year. The most important ports are Jebel Ali and Rashid in the emirate of Dubai, Zayed in Abu Dhabi, Fujairah in the principality of the same name

UAE Resources

The UAE, as you know, is one of the oil-exporting countries: the proven oil reserves of the United Arab Emirates amount to about 10% of the world - about 13.5 billion tons. Daily oil production exceeds 2.7 million barrels, of which about 2.2 million are exported. The UAE's main oil importers are Southeast Asian countries, with Japan accounting for about 60% of the UAE's oil exports.
Most of the country's reserves are concentrated in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The main oil fields are: in Abu Dhabi - Asab, Beb, Bu Hasa; to Dubai - Fallah, Fateh, Southwestern Fateh; to Rashid Sharjah - Mubarak.
The UAE's oil refining capacity is about 39.3 thousand tons per day. The country's main oil refineries are Ruwayz and Um al-Nar 2.
The UAE oil industry is controlled by the country's government. The state oil company Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) includes oil production, service and transportation companies
Outcrops of gold, lead, copper, and sulfur were discovered in the UAE. Asbestos reserves, estimated at 800-1000 thousand tons, and gypsum reserves at 500-600 million tons, are of industrial importance. The UAE also has iron ore, uranium and other minerals.

Population characteristics

Type of reproduction, number

The population is approximately 4.5 million, of which ethnic Arabs make up only a third and indigenous people 11%. The rest are from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other south Asian countries who immigrated to the UAE as temporary workers. 85% of people living in the country are not its citizens. Arab immigrants are represented mainly by Palestinian refugees. The male part of the population makes up 2.54 million people (65%) of the total population. The UAE has the highest population growth in the Middle East and one of the highest in the world. 95% of the Emirates population is under 50 years of age. The largest age group is people aged 25-29 years. Despite high population growth, the UAE has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world ($19,000/year). Type of reproduction – second.

HDI

According to the HDI (Human Development Index), the UAE ranks 39th (2007-2008). The HDI takes into account average duration life, literacy of the population and its involvement in education, as well as GDP per capita (at PPP - purchasing power parity)

Level of urbanization and major cities

88% of the Emirates' population is concentrated in cities. The largest and most dynamically developing city is Dubai with a population of more than 1.5 million people. Other major cities are Abu Dhabi (capital), Al Ain, Fujairah and Sharjah

Industries of specialization

Currently, the UAE is one of the richest countries in the world, with its standard of living quite comparable to the G7 countries. Before the discovery of oil, the traditional occupation of the not very large population of the UAE was cattle breeding, growing palm trees, fishing and pearl fishing. By exporting pearls, the emirate of Dubai has become a major trading center in the region. But with the advent of artificial pearls, local traders had to reorient themselves to gold and jewelry. The capacity of the oil production industry is 9 million barrels/day. Gas reserves amount to 6.6 trillion. cube m, and the main volume of gas production is used to produce electricity. In addition, liquefied associated gas is produced and exported mainly to Japan.
The oil refining industry is represented by two oil refineries in the emirate of Abu Dhabi - in Ruwais and Umm an-Nara. Urea and ammonia production plants (in Ruweis and Jebel Ali), as well as sulfur production facilities, oil and lubricant production plants also operate on oil and gas raw materials. The processing industry is represented by the Dubai Aluminum Smelter, a dry dock, and 3 cable production plants , cement factories, numerous textile and food industry enterprises, small factories producing rolled steel, pipes and paints, and building materials.

Agriculture UAE

The UAE is a country with an arid climate and little rainfall. Agriculture provides only 3% of GDP and employs 7% of the working population (2000). The main branches of agriculture: farming and nomadic cattle breeding. The main areas of agricultural development are the eastern part of Ras al-Khaimah and Abu Dhabi, the north-east of Sharjah, and part of the coast of the Gulf of Oman. The main crops grown are dates and vegetables. Efforts are being made to achieve self-sufficiency in grains, but this is hampered by a lack of fresh water. Poultry and cattle are raised. Nomads raise sheep, goats and camels. Basic food needs are met through imports.

UAE participation in the international geographical division of labor

Free economic zones: in order to attract foreign capital, a free economic zone (FEZ) was created in the emirate of Dubai in the area of the Jebel Ali port in 1985, in which 2,300 companies operate, 1/4 of which are small and medium-sized industrial companies. Main specialization: trade operations (74%), industry (22%), services (4%). The successful experiment in Jebel Ali prompted UAE governments to create new free economic zones. There are currently nine free economic zones in the UAE, more than any other Arab country. According to available data, the percentage of industrial projects to the total number of projects implemented in the SEZ is:

in Sharjah - 17.7%,
Fujairah - 39.8%,
Ajman - 41.3%,
Umm al-Quwain – 100%.

Trade: UAE exports are mainly represented by oil and petroleum products (45%). Total exports increased from $22.6 billion (1993) to $44.9 billion (2002). In addition to oil, important export items are liquefied gas, aluminum, fertilizers, cement, fresh and dried fish, dates, and pearls. Main exporting countries:

Japan (29.1%),
South Korea (10.2%),
India (5.4%),
Oman (3.7%),
Singapore (3.1%),
Iran (2.2%) (as of 2001).

The UAE imports machinery and equipment, vehicles, electronic equipment and household appliances, finished products, food, chemicals, synthetic materials, and metal products. The volume of imports in 1999 was $27.5 billion, in 2002 – $30.8 billion. Main trading partners: