Key Facts about United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is a Middle East country that is located on the north east edge of the Arabian Peninsula. Read more aboutUnited Arab Emirates, Location, Bordering Countries, Capital, Latest News.

Key Facts about United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates Latest News

The President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is visiting India and will hold official talks with the Prime Minister of India.

About United Arab Emirates

  • Location: It is a Middle East country that is located on the north east edge of the Arabian Peninsula.
  • Bordering Countries: It is bordered by Saudi Arabia in the south and west; and Oman in the east.
  • Maritime Boundary: Gulf of Oman (East), Persian Gulf (North).
  • Capital City: Abu Dhabi

Geographical Features of United Arab Emirates 

  • Terrain: The emirates comprise a mixed environment of rocky desert, coastal plains and wetlands, and waterless mountains. 
  • Climate: The climate is hot and humid along the coast and is hotter still, but dry, in the interior. 
  • Highest point: Jabal Bil ‘Ays 1,905 m Mountain
  • Major Ports: Port Rāshid and Port Jebel Ali
  • Natural Resources: It mainly consists of petroleum and natural gas.
  • Tropic of Cancer passes through UAE, specifically Abu Dhabi emirate. 

Source: TH

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