Formed in 1971, the United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven states or emirates - Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Quwain, Ras al-Khaimah, and Fujairah. A member of the Gulf Cooperation Council, it is situated along the south-eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, with an extensive coastline and more than 200 islands.
Read More