UAEs

UAEs is an uncommon plural form sometimes used to refer to the United Arab Emirates, a federation located on the southeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula along the Persian Gulf. The federation comprises seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The country was formed in 1971, after British protectorate arrangements ended, and Abu Dhabi serves as the federal capital while Dubai is its largest city by population. The official language is Arabic, with English widely used in commerce and daily life.

The UAE operates as a federal constitutional monarchy. The Federal Supreme Council, made up of the seven rulers of the emirates, oversees national matters and selects the President and Vice President from among its members. The Prime Minister is typically the ruler of Dubai. The federal government handles defense, foreign affairs, finance, and other nationwide policies, while each emirate maintains substantial local authority. The Federal National Council serves as a consultative body with limited legislative powers.

Economically, the UAE has transformed into a high-income, diversified economy. While oil and gas were foundational, the country has broadened into trade, logistics, tourism, finance, aviation, and renewable energy. The currency is the dirham (AED). The population is predominantly expatriate, with UAE nationals forming a minority. The geography includes coastal plains, desert interior, and the eastern mountains, covering about 83,600 square kilometers.

Note: In formal writing, UAE is the standard abbreviation. UAEs is not common and can be ambiguous, as it is not the standard way to refer to the federation.