The flag of United Arab Emirates features a red vertical band on its hoist side that takes up about one-fourth the width of the field and three equal horizontal bands of green, white and black adjoining the vertical band.

United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

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United Arab Emirates (officially United Arab Emirates) is an independent country located in Western Asia, Asia. With a population of 11,294,243 people, it ranks #86 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 83,600 km² (#116 globally), with a population density of 135 people per km². The capital city is Abu Dhabi. The official language is Arabic.

Key Facts

Population

11,294,243

#86 world ranking

Area

83,600 km²

#116 world ranking

Population Density

135/km²

Capital

Abu Dhabi

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+04:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

2

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of United Arab Emirates?
The capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi.
What is the population of United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates has a population of 11,294,243 people, ranking #86 in the world by population.
How big is United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates covers an area of 83,600 km², ranking #116 in the world by area. The population density is 135 people per km².
What languages are spoken in United Arab Emirates?
The official languages of United Arab Emirates are: Arabic.
What is the currency of United Arab Emirates?
The currency of United Arab Emirates is United Arab Emirates dirham (د.إ).
What countries border United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates shares borders with 2 countries: Saudi Arabia, Oman.

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