United Arab Emirates
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About United Arab Emirates
- United Arab Emirates
- Population: 4,798,491 (115th)
- Area Size: 32,300 sq mi (114th)
- GDP: $206.3 billion (51st)
- Currency: UAE dirham (AED)
- Official Language: Arabic
- Capital City: Abu Dhabi
- Largest City: Dubai
United Arab Emirates Prosperity Rank: 27 |
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