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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is located at the tip of the Arabian Peninsula bordering Oman and Saudi Arabia. In 2013, the country’s population was 9.2 million, of which only 1.4 million were Emirati citizens. The UAE boasts some 200 nationalities and is perhaps one of the most multicultural societies on the planet. Established in 1971, it is a federation of seven emirates including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Quwain, Ras al-Khaimah, and Fujeirah. With its capital Abu Dhabi and its most well-known city Dubai, the UAE is considered a powerhouse in the region due to its solid economy, tax-free status and high standard of living, low crime rate, and unparalleled multicultural lifestyle.
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Al-Karam, C.Y., Haque, A. (2015). Introduction. In: Al-Karam, C.Y., Haque, A. (eds) Mental Health and Psychological Practice in the United Arab Emirates. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137558237_1
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