 The Trucial States
of the Persian Gulf coast granted the UK control of their defense
and foreign affairs in 19th century treaties. In 1971, six of these
states - Abu Zaby, 'Ajman, Al Fujayrah, Ash Shariqah, Dubayy, and
Umm al Qaywayn - merged to form the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
They were joined in 1972 by Ra's al Khaymah. The UAE's per capita
GDP is not far below those of leading West European nations. Its
generosity with oil revenues and its moderate foreign policy stance
have allowed the UAE to play a vital role in the affairs of the
region. |
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