The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a federation composed of seven emirates. These are the constituent regions that collectively form the country, located in Western Asia on the Eastern Coast of the Arabian Peninsula.
As stated in the reference, the seven emirates are:
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Umm Al Quwain
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
The Seven Emirates
The UAE functions as a single country, but each emirate retains considerable autonomy under its own ruler. Abu Dhabi serves as the federal capital of the United Arab Emirates.
Here is a list of the seven emirates:
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Umm Al Quwain
- Ras Al Khaimah
- Fujairah
List of Emirates and Their Capital Role
For clarity, here is a table showing the names of the seven emirates:
| Emirate | Role in Federation |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | Federal Capital |
| Dubai | - |
| Sharjah | - |
| Ajman | - |
| Umm Al Quwain | - |
| Ras Al Khaimah | - |
| Fujairah | - |
These seven emirates collectively form the United Arab Emirates, a sovereign federal state.
