United Arab Emirates

Throughout Middle Eastern, beginning in the 1800’s many changes and continuities have occurred and shaped what there national identity is in present day. Religion and literature have remained a continuous factor throughout this time period; where as a very successful oil discovery and currently changing government help shape the Middle Eastern national identity

The seasonal movements of the nomadic groups created frequent clashes amongst them but also led to the establishment of seasonal and semi-seasonal settlements and centers. The tribal groups whose names are still carried by the modern Emiratis are known as: Bani Yas, Al Bu Falah, Al Ain, Liwa, the Dhawahir, Awamir, Manasir, the Sharqiyin, and the Qawasim. The Bani Yas confederation was the most dominant force of Abu Dhabi by the 17th century.

Seven different Muslim nations decided to join under one banner. While they retain their names, together they call themselves the United Arab Emirates (UAE). A nation of approximately 5,927,482 people, and the size of the state of Indiana, it is no wonder why they are comprised of many nationalities. Investigating this nation’s culture has been an enlightening experience. Furthermore, understanding this sovereign states government, culture, and its rich ties to the United States of America, helps to define why both nations come together to defeat terrorism with combined air defense.

For the better part of a century, due to a need for protection against piracy, the British controlled a majority of what was the Trucial States. A pact between these countries become the Treaty of Peace. However, in the 1950s one of the Trucial States, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), discovered oil on their lands. The UAE is a Middle Eastern country located on the Arabian Peninsula, which borders Oman and Saudi Arabia. In recent years, they have become one of the world leaders in exports, entertainment and military development. Nevertheless, the British pulled out of the region in 1971 due to the inability to afford such a prolonged stint at sea. This was against the wishes of the UAE who needed continued protection. Despite the

The city of Dubai is situated in the heart of the Arabian Peninsula. Part of the United Arab Emirates UAE, this city-state is aspiring to be major metropolis and the most populated in UAE with a population of 2.1 million approx. Dubai is also one of the richest economies of the world with ‘an estimated per capita income of $37000/-’10

385 million people. 13 million square kilometers. 22 Countries. Significant numbers that represent the population, the surface area, and the number of countries of the Arab world respectively, and yet they all speak one language. The aforementioned surprisingly does not imply that all Arabs are the same. Lebanon and the UAE are two countries belonging to the Arab world, they both share one language which is Arabic with some differences in the accent. Lebanon is known for its relaxed laws, extensive history, and corrupt government. UAE is known for its wealth, development, and traditions. In spite of the fact that these two countries speak one language, they have their similarities and differences when it comes to culture, law,

The Urban Muslim Arab has a complex social structure compared to that of the rural counterpart. Arabs are divided into two extremes. On one hand the desert Arabs have are a conservative and rigid people while the townspeople have begun changing their traditions (“Introduction to Islamic Beliefs and Practices”). There has been a rapid change in culture among the Arabs. Migration, for instance, has driven Arabs from the poor countries to rich states that produce oils which has become a vital source of the region’s revenue.

Amongst the most common characteristics of Arab societies, which have various effects on the genetic sequence of the people within the Arabic region, are the early marriages, intermarriage, and the continuation of having children until menopause.

Amid of the everchanging history of our world, the culture of a country must be understood. Perhaps what defies culture, and what influences culture to change throughout history. Within a group of people, characteristics is what defies culture. Multiple things can defy a country’s culture such as: ideas, behaviors, customs, beliefs, and traditions that country which is passed from generation to generation. As the world is continuously changing, culture changes along with is. It has evolved due to changes of people’s beliefs, thoughts of the future and advancement of technology. The Kingdom of Bahrain has many attributes to culture, due to its’s main populations of Shi’a and Sunni. Although, focusing on its environment, military capability, and political views.

In addition, the rapid development of the UAE tourism, there are millions of people in every year come to the United Arab Emirates to participate in exhibitions, business meetings, or purchase orders. Dubai 's GDP in 2013 reached $ 887 billion, but there only less than 2 percent GDP of gross domestic product is oil class.

United Arab Emirates is located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula and it extends along the part of the Gulf of Oman and the southern coast of the Persian Gulf. Country is not very big; it is only the size of the Maine. The neighboring countries are Saudi Arabia to the west and south, Qatar to the north, and Oman to the east. : The UAE is primarily flat or rolling desert. Its coast, which stretches along the southern shore of the Persian Gulf, consists mainly of salt pans that extend far inland. The largest natural harbor is Dubai. The UAE has no permanent rivers, but the desert area of Abu Dhabi includes two important oases with adequate underground water for permanent settlements and cultivation. The climate of the UAE is generally hot and dry.

The United Arab Emirates is currently adjusting to the balance of modernization and tradition. The United States of America has an important participation in this endeavor.Different beliefs, opinions, and views from people inside and outside the United Arab Emiratesabound regarding the matter involving free speech, media, and trademark laws in the country. The foundation and goal that was set by the UAE government in creating these laws resulted in the similarities and differences of the perspectives of the society. The events in UAE have considerable effect in the American economy due to the economic ties between the two countries.

The United Arab Emirates has achieved great success in developing its hospitality industry and its general economy. The country however is faced with a big challenge of having its local citizens work and feel part of the growing hospitality industry. The biggest part of the problem is that while the hospitality industry should be a social institution that is embedded into the culture of the host country, it is not viewed as such and there are various reasons for that. The current situation is quite worrisome, because the expatriates who make up the biggest percentage of the Emiratis are also the majority of workers in the industry, holding about 91% of all jobs in the public sector. Trying to make the hospitality industry acceptable to the

Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates, a country located on the southeastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, straddling the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, which leads to the Arabian Sea (see Map 1 above). With a population of roughly 1.6 million, Abu Dhabi is the second most populous city in the country, after Dubai. The city is also the capital of the Abu Dhabi emirate, the largest of all emirates in the country, comprising over 80% of the country’s total land area. Abu Dhabi is situated on an island located just 250 meters from the mainland, and has a very distinguishable skyline consisting of modern skyscrapers.1, 2 The city is located in a desert area by the sea, so it possesses a hot and humid desert climate with summer temperatures averaging above 104 degrees but almost nonexistent rainfall.2 The city of Abu Dhabi was initially settled over 500 years ago, and it remained a relatively small settlement for local tribes until well into the 19th century. Under the rule of Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa, Abu Dhabi focused on the trading pearls, and was able to develop quickly as a result of its favorable location linking the western world and the eastern realm such as India.3 The city embarked on a road to prosperity in 1958, when large offshore and onshore petroleum reserves were discovered, and oil exportation ensued in 1962. With over half the economy supported by oil revenue, the city’s GDP reached $100 billion in 2006, representing a

UAE is a truly blessed nation and an important a role model for the entire world. Founded on the principles of union and justice, this nation today stands tall and has found a firm footing on the world map. An arid piece of land transformed by the vision and aspirations of a man who wanted to bring about a change in the lives of those around him. A man of pride and wisdom – H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan not only dreamt but had the courage to pursue his dream and turn it into a beacon of reality. In the process, he never lost sight of his roots and cultural heritage.