Individual Assignment 2 - Nurul Fatihah (2022923445)
Individual Assignment 2 - Nurul Fatihah (2022923445)
Individual Assignment 2 - Nurul Fatihah (2022923445)
PREPARED BY:
NURUL FATIHAH BINTI MATAKI (2022923445)
GROUP:
BA2462C
PREPARED FOR:
NURYUSMAWATI BINTI MOHD YUSOF
DATE OF SUBMISSION:
3RD JULY 2022
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I required the advice and counsel of well-known people in order to finish my project. I want
to start by giving thanks to Allah for blessing me with a sound body and lucid intellect so that
I may carry out my duties. As a result of finishing the report, I feel a sense of satisfaction.
I just wanted to say thanks to Miss Nur, my IBM537 instructor, for her helpful phone
consultation on the project. She has been a constant source of support and guidance as I
complete my individual projects and apply the findings of my study. In this lecture, our
professor will be discussing the United Arab Emirates, a nation in Southwestern Asia.
Finally, I'd want to express my gratitude to everyone who provided me with guidance and
encouragement during the course of this endeavour. Many more thanks are due to everyone
in my class who has been helpful. I would not have been able to do such a challenging task
without your help. Consequently, I want the best for everyone who helped me with this
project and worked with me on this analysis.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
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1.0 PROFILE OF UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
What are United Arab Emirates? The United Arab Emirates is a Southwestern
Asia nation. This is placed at the eastern extremity of the Arab Peninsula and has
boundaries with Oman and Saudi Arabia, as well as marine connections with Qatar
and Iran in the Persian Gulf. The UAE has indeed been populated for more than
125,000 years. Numerous societies, include Mesopotamia, Persia, and India, used it as
a commercial gateway. In practise, the emir of Abu Dhabi functions as head of state,
and the governor of Dubai performs as Vice President and Prime Minister. In the
twenty-first era, the state has grown fewer depending on petroleum and has shifted
its economical priority to tourist activities and industry.
2.0 HISTORY
Very first Christian building in the UAE were found with in 1990s, a huge
monastery structure at which is currently recognized as Sir Bani Yas Island. A church,
believed toward being Nestorian and constructed in the 600s, seems may had left
closed down quietly in the 750s. It is a unique visible connection to a Christian heritage
that is estimated means having expanded over the region via trading connections
between the 50th and 350th centuries. Even by 5th century, Oman had such a priest
called John, and Etienne was its final priest of Oman in the 676th century.
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3.0 POPULATION SIZE
The UAE's image is transforming. Once the 2021 UAE population numbers are
compared to past years, it's indeed clear that now the trend is reaching its maximum
presently. As increasing number of immigrants, the state is today most culturally
mixed than before. Here is not particular factor that individuals continue to come to
the state. This may be its administration's liberal taxation policy, the beach, or the
Ministry of Happiness and Wellbeing.
Although in the middle of Covid-19, its current statistics show a 0.05 million
rise in population above last year's estimates. During GMI investigation on this topic,
they found upon various contradictory statistics regarding the UAE's population in
2021. They were examining at statistics from a variety of organizations, each of which
has utilised its different methods and procedures to get at its conclusions.
United Arab Emirates population is more than simply a figure on a graph. It can
identify pertinent concerns and disclose intriguing truths once it is classified and
examined. While the year 2022 approaches, it might seem prudent to evaluate the
UAE's present demographic numbers in order to comprehend the country's successes
and downsides. During 2022, the UAE's population will be 10.08 million. The
population volume of the United Arab Emirates is 102.20 persons per square
kilometre, up 0.91 percent over 2021. By 2022, overall number of expats in the UAE
will be 8.92 million.
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4.0 CULTURAL ASPECTS
The Cultural of the United Arab Emirates is element of the cultural of Eastern
Arabia. The previous demographic was a tiny ethnic group that transformed with
advent of an inflow of immigrant migrants as in mid-20th century. Emirati tradition is
a combination of Arabian, Islamic, and Persian traditions, with inspirations from the
traditions of East Africa and Indian Subcontinent. Islam seems to have had a
considerable effect on local building, entertainment, clothing, food, and lifestyles.
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iv. Food or Cuisine
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5.0 RELIGION
i. Islam
ii. Christianity
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iii. Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism
iv. Judaism
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6.0 RACE OR ETHNICITY
The United Arab Emirates are a democratic country in Southeast Arabia. Saudi
Arabia, Oman, Iran, and Qatar border them. Abu Dhabi, the country's capital, is one of
seven national Emirates organisations. In 2013, the UAE had 9.2 million inhabitants,
1.4 million of whom were native Emiratis and 7.8 million foreigners. The oldest
evidence of human presence in the UAE goes back 125,000 years. The region has
Neolithic and Bronze Age graves. The tombs are ancient.
i. Emirati
ii. Indians
iii. Bangladeshi
iv. Pakistanis
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7.0 CLIMATES
UAE weather is bright and wet. Due to the nation's tropical weather, tourists
may take advantage of the sunny sky throughout the day to participate in thrilling
activities. Participating in activities in the nation's dry parts irritates sun-exposed skin
and leaves marks of a fantastic vacation. People in the UAE may select from several
outdoor activities. Prepare your feet and body to enjoy the nation's weather.
Its summer might be extremely hot and sunny, with daytime temperatures
between June and September ranging from 39 ° C to 42 ° C (101 to 107 ° F), and with
the air from the Persian Gulf carrying moisture air from the ocean, causing the warmth
to rise. Between June and September, daytime temperatures ranged from 39 ° C to 42
° C (one zero one to 107 ° F). April and October are indeed warm months, with
maximum temperatures ranging from 34 to 36 degrees Celsius (93 to 97 degrees
Fahrenheit). In these most recent days, the temperature may reach 47 to 48 degrees
Celsius (117 to 118 degrees Fahrenheit) by the seaside, or possibly higher inland.
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8.0 NATURAL RESOURCES
UAE also has natural gas. The UAE is a natural gas power due to its high
proven resources and demand. Abu Dhabi has the most natural gas (94%), followed
by Sharjah, Dubai, and Ras al-Khaimah. The state's natural gas reserve ranks fourth in
the Mideast and seventh globally. The UAE can produce considerably more gas, but
production is small owing to the high sulphur component of its natural gas. The high
sulphur level complicates natural gas production and processing. Natural gas
generates electricity and desalinates water. The UAE imports natural gas despite its
vast supplies.
Last but not least, land is other natural resource of United Arab Emirates.
Considering the state's primarily arid environment, agricultural land is projected to
account for around 1% of overall land surface. The UAE have actively attempted to
increase the amount of land below cultivation by doing studies on fertilisation and soil
quality technology. Agriculturally productive soil can be found along oasis and
intermittent riverbanks. Given the climatic changes, the UAE had established booming
agricultural, which eventually led to self-sufficiency in some vegetable products. Its
state's beef and milk businesses are also expanding.
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9.0 POLITICAL SYSTEMS
The Constitution is the political structure's basis since it establishes its basic
standards. The Constitution lays forth the main reason for the nation's foundation and
its aims for local and national administration. All UAE nationals enjoy the same
freedoms, opportunities, security, protection, and social fairness. The UAE has a
difficult political history, but today it's a modern, tolerant society. Skeptics dispute if
this is true. Foreigners must learn about the UAE's democratic framework and how
personal rights differ from their own country.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) had also, over the course of several years,
made a significant number of strides toward the advancement of its democratic
structure, with the goals of making it much more favourable to the requirements of
the social economic improvements of the nation and of ensuring that the population
of the UAE is prepared to deal with the hurdles posed by worldwide growth. The votes
for the Federal National Council, which took place in the UAE in 2006, and the
establishment of the election system were both historic moves that were taken with
the intention of increasing popular engagement in the democratic structure of the
UAE.
The revision of Article 62 of the Constitution, which took place around the
close of 2008, was an important step. According to the revised legislation, the
Prime Minister, the colleagues, or another national minister is prohibited from
working in any kind of professional or business capacity, and they are also not
allowed to engage in any kind of business deal with the national administration or
municipal governments.
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10.0 RECENT GOVERNMENT
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11.0 ECONOMIC PRACTICES
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ii. Gross National Income (GNI)
The Euro area, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States
are among these nations as of 2001. UAE GNI for 2019 was $424.76B, a
rise of 6.35 percent over 2018. UAE's gross national product increased by
7.15 percent in 2018 to $399.41 billion. 2017 UAE gross domestic product
was $372.75 billion, a 1.85% decrease from 2016. 2016 UAE gross
domestic product was $379.78 billion, a decrease of 4.35 percent from the
previous year.
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iii. Purchasing Power Parity (PPP)
Saudi Arabia's PPP GDP per capita fell 4.89 percent from 49,216 to
46,811 in 2020. During 2018's 2.38 percent increase, 2020's PPP GDP per
capita fell 4.77 percent. Gross domestic product translated to worldwide
currencies applying purchasing power parity and split by population.
Global dollars have the same buying power as U.S. dollars over GDP.
Purchasing power parity (PPP) is the ratio of the number of units of nation
A's currencies required to buy the exact amount of a certain commodity
or item that one unit of country B's currencies would buy in country B.
PPPs may use any country's currency. In reality, they are frequently
calculated across several nations and stated in a single currency, using the
U.S. dollar (US$) as the basis or "numeraire" money system. The UAE's
purchasing power parity declined from 2.2 LCU per global dollar in 2019 to
2.0 in 2020. In 2020, PPP fell 15% from 2018's 5.67% increase.
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12.0 ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES
The UAE maintains a rising per capita income and a large trading
surplus. Based on the CIA World Factbook, export growth has lowered oil and
gas's share of GDP to 30%. The UAE's oil dependency remains a long-term
concern, notwithstanding the country's diversification. Lower oil prices are
caused the UAE to slash social services. THE UAE'S Managerial Planning
FOCUSES ON Industrial Diversity, presenting the UAE as a worldwide
commerce and tourist centre, boosting industry, and generating more job
possibilities for residents by enhanced education and greater private industry
jobs.
i. Agriculture
ii. Trade
UAE has always valued trade. Dubai and Sharjah relied heavily
on marine commerce with Persia, India, the Indian Ocean islands, and
the east coast of Africa. Smuggled gold into India and African slaves to
the Arab Peninsula followed the exact shipping lanes. Its enormous
terminals and airlines have several of the world's greatest equipment
and are packed with shipping and cargo aircraft delivering commodities
or performing a transit stop. Most UAE-based enterprises are
benefiting from East-West trade growth. India is the leading overseas
market for 28% of UAE enterprises, following by Saudi Arabia and
mainland China.
iii. Tourism
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13.0 GLOBAL ECONOMIC ARRANGEMENTS
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14.0 TRADING PARTNERS (IMPORT AND EXPORT)
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Figure 5: United Arab Emirates Export (Category) from Trading
Economics
The next type of data that has been presented to us tells us which
10 products dominate the export market in the United Arab Emirates. It
is common knowledge that the petroleum industry is the primary factor
behind the growth of the United Arab Emirates. In the year 2020, the oil
industry was responsible for up to 52 percent of the country's total
revenue (when combined with mineral fuels and distillation products),
that recorded 173.35 billion dollars. When it comes to the export of their
oil, Saudi Arabia holds the number one spot. The second one is all of their
valuable items, such as their pearls, precious stones, metals, and coins.
Pearls and metals are also among the primary items that are exported
from this country.
14.2 United Arab Emirates Imports
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Figure 6: United Arab Emirates Imports (Country) from Trading
Economics
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15.0 CURRENT ISSUE
Extreme heat with dusty sky in the UAE, cloud cover and a likelihood of
rain in Fujairah and Al Ain, highest temperatures to approach 47°C, is one of
the biggest divisive topics in the United Arab Emirates. Based on the National
Center for Meteorology yesterday is hot, humid, and dusty because of the
heavy winds. There will be cloud cover and rains in several sections of the
nation.
Article talks about the sweltering heat and hazy sky of the United Arab
Emirates (UAE). The author claims that warm, moist air from the surface of the
land rises over the surrounding, colder air to generate convective clouds. Cities
like Dubai and Sharjah on the coast may anticipate highs of 40 to 44 degrees
Celsius. Several coastal locations could see highs of 80-85 percent moisture on
Tuesday night and Wednesday early.
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16.0 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SWOT ANALYSIS
i. Strengths
UAE exports 22.2 million barrels of crude oil, ranking third in the
worldwide. Oil cost declines affect the market. The administration has
funded budgetary losses for decades. This is a major total foreign
investment. UAE is a net external investor. The country's cultural and
system successors are steady. In the area, hydrocarbons exist. Foreign
holdings and investments are also substantial. Firm displays net
creditor position. The industry has expanded. Dirham's reliable trade
rates and long-standing dollar fix keep inflation in check.
ii. Weakness
iii. Opportunities
UAE may deal with Japan, Singapore, the EU, Mercosur, India,
Turkey, China, and others. Promote European and Asian countries while
creating Middle Eastern, Indian Subcontinent, and African emerging
markets. Upcoming year could change education, medical, culture, and
tourists. Air and sea transportation, travel, financial sectors, and other
services can boost GDP.
iv. Threats
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