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Oman, Saudia Arabia, Qatar
What are the UAE's neighboring countries?
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40
How many members does the Federal National Council (FNC) consist of?
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1996
When did the UAE join the WTO?
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1960s
When did the "oil era" begin?
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None!! Political parties are outlawed.
Bonus: Party of Liberation
Name the political parties in the UAE.
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Aluminium, mineral fuel and oil, precious stones, iron and steel products
What were some of the largest import categories in 2011?
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First World War, Great Depression, WWII, Japanese cultured pearl
Name some of the factors/events that contributed to the ending of the pearl industry
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Supreme Council, Council of Ministers/Cabinet, Federal National Council, Federal Supreme Court
What does the federal system of the government include?
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India, China, EU, Japan, South Korea
Name some of the UAE's largest import partners.
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December 2nd 1971
Since when was the UAE independent? (hint: national day)
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Establishes general policies, sanctions federal legislation, elects President and Vice President
Name some of the Federal Supreme Council's functions.
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45%, natural gas, dried fish and dates.
How much of the total exports of the UAE does oil make up? What is the rest of the 55%?
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Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Qaiwain, Sharjah, Ajman
Name the 7 emirates that make up the UAE.
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Imports: 113% increase, exports: 98% increase
Between 1995 and 2004,what was the % difference for each of: imports and export? (increase/decrease)
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