United Arab Emirates – Location / History Borders the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf,
between Oman and Saudi Arabia in southwest Asia.
Comparative to the size of Maine.
1853 – Britain enforced full truce due to piracy on the coast
1971 – British withdrew, 7 of the 9 states became the United Arab Emirates
Basic Information/Current Conflicts Capital - Abu Dhabi Population - 5,628,805 Religion - Muslim (76%),
Christian (9%), Other (15%)
Languages - Arabic(official), Persian, English, Hindu, Urdu
Ethnicity – Emirati (19%), Arab/Iranian (23%), South Asian (50%), Other (8%)
Major Drug Shipment point A lot of money laundering schemes
due to it being a financial center
National Symbols
Coat of ArmsFeatures the golden falcon holding a red script saying the country’s name. On the chest is a disc depicting the flag.
Peregrine FalconThe peregrine falcon is the national bird of the UAE. It symbolizes both force and courage. It also recognizes the importance of falconry in Arab culture.
Economy 2013 GDP - $269.8
billion Free-Market
Economy 8th largest producer
of crude oil in the world
2.4% unemployment rate
GDP Composition
Agriculture – 0.8%
Industry – 56%
Services – 43.2%
Values and Beliefs Religion is very important to
the majority of people in the UAE.
There is no disconnect between their faith and their daily lives.
People of the Muslim faith will: Say prayer 5 times a day Donate portions of their
income to the poor Make a pilgrimage to the city
of Mecca
Focused on a group-oriented culture
Arranged marriages are typical
Strongly believe in the concept of fate as an explanation for success, rather than hard work.
Opinions I would enjoy living in this
country for a short period of time and doing business here.
Tax-Free zones are an ideal set up for international businesses
It would be hard to adapt to the language and the strong religious customs of those around me.
Opinions I would also enjoy living in
Ireland. It seems like a very easygoing, stress-free place with very nice people.
It is also very helpful that they speak English and are welcoming to foreigners.
However, unemployment is rising and their recently great economy is on a decline.
Ireland – Location / History Located in Western
Europe. Separated by the Irish Sea
from Great Britain About half the size of
Arkansas 1608- Protestant English farmers
sent to take over Catholic-owned land.
1916 – Easter Rebellion the Monday after Easter. Irish troops fight British troops
1919-1921 – Anglo-Irish war ends in Britain giving up control of most of Ireland (Gains Northern Ireland)
Basic Information/Current Conflicts Capital - Dublin Population – 4,832,765 Religion – Roman Catholic
(84.7%), Church of Ireland (2.7%), Other Christian (2.7%), Not Specified (9.1%)
Languages - English(official), Irish(Used on Western Coast)
Ethnicity – Irish (84.5%), Other White (9.8%), Asian (1.9%), Black (1.4%), Not Specified (2.5%)
Transshipment point for drugs coming from North Africa, South America and Europe
73 refugees
National Symbols
Shamrock-Thought to have magical powers in ancient Ireland. The number 3 was also a strong number.-Also used in the church to teach the Trinity
Irish Harp-Many legends of the harp’s magical powers.-Used on official documents, coins, uniforms and the official state seal.
Economy
2013 GDP - $190.4 billion
Free-Market Economy
13.5% Unemployment
EU Nation
Major exports include:-Medical Devices
-Pharmaceuticals
-Computer Software