The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation of seven emirates located in West Asia, along the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Abu Dhabi is the nation's capital, while Dubai is its largest city and a global business hub. The country has a population of over 10 million, with only about 11% being Emirati citizens; the rest are expatriates.

Arabic is the official language, and Islam is the state religion, but English is widely spoken, especially in business contexts. The UAE has transitioned from a traditional economy based on fishing and pearling to one of the region's most diversified economies, stemming from significant oil and gas reserves, major investment in infrastructure, and a thriving tourism sector. The country is known for its modern architecture, luxury tourism, and efforts at economic diversification.