USEFUL BUSINESS INFORMATION ON UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE)
1. Country Brief:
A. Introduction - The United Arab Emirates, in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula, extends along part of the Gulf of Oman and the southern coast of the Persian Gulf. The nation is the size of Maine. Its neighbors are Saudi Arabia to the west and south, Qatar to the north, and Oman to the east. Most of the land is barren and sandy.
B. Climate - Hot, humid, low annual rainfall.
C. Geographical Area - Area: 82,880 sq. km. (30,000 sq. mi.)
D. Language - Arabic
E. Currency With Exchange Rate - United Arab Emirates Dirhams
1.00 AED = 0.272279 USD
F. Population - (2007 est.): 4.4 million.
G. Major Cities - Dubai, 1,511,700 (metro. area), 906,100 (city proper)
2. Transportation:
A. Railway -
B. Road - Highways: total: 4,835 km; paved: 1,088 km; unpaved: 0 km (1999 est.).
C. Airports - 41 (2002)
D. Waterways -
E. Sea ports - 'Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Das Island, Khawr Fakkan, Mina' Jabal 'Ali, Mina' Khalid, Mina' Rashid, Mina' Saqr, Mina' Zayid, Umm al Qaywayn.
3. Economy:
A. Major Manufacturing:
B. Major Export - $157 billion: petroleum, gas, and petroleum products
C. Import - $126.6 billion: machinery, chemicals, food.
D. Major Industry - petroleum and petrochemicals; fishing, aluminum, cement, fertilizers, commercial ship repair, construction materials, some boat building, handicrafts, textiles
E. Trade balance -
4. Trade Associations, Chamber of Commerce, Trade shows and Exhibitions in United Arab Emirates (UAE):
Major Trade Associations
Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of Commerce
Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Tel.: 02 6177 266
?Fax : 02 6177 288
Email: services@adcci.gov.ae
Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce
POB: 662
Tel: 02 6214000; fax: 02 6215867
Email: mohd.almehairbi@adcci.gov.ae
Website: Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry
POB 1457 Dubai
Tel: 04 2280000/ 2224651 Fax: 04 2211646
Email: dcciinfo@dcci.org
Website: http://www.dcci.ae
Major Trade Shows
Franchising Middle East (FME 2008)
Start Date: 18-MAY-08
End Date: 20-MAY-08
Event Profile: If you are a franchisor, have a business or license opportunity for sale, or are a service provider or adviser to the franchising industry, then the Franchising Middle East (FME 2008) is an invaluable chance for you to meet face to face with thousands of potential new investors. Experience unprecedented success at Dubai's premier franchising and business opportunities events
Venue:
Dubai International Exhibition Centre
Dubai , United Arab Emirates
Organised By:
International Expo-Consults LLC
International Expo-Consults LLC (IEC) is the leading international trade show organizer in the Middle East based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. For over a decade, IEC has played a key role in delivering the power of trade shows in stimulating regional and international trade through the United Arab Emirates. The professional expertise of IEC has guaranteed the success of events such as Theme Parks and Fun Centres show, Sign and Graphic Imaging and Automotive Aftermarket Middle East in addition to international trade shows dedicated to chemicals, corrosion, sports and leisure, glass and ceramics manufacturing industry and minerals and mining industry.
5. Useful links:
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Importers, Dealers of Japanese Used Cars, Construction Machinery & Auto Parts | 
