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Issues in United Arab Emirates
Flag of United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
Population: 2,484,818 (July 2003 est.)
Capital: Abu Dhabi
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International Disputes : Because the treaties have not been made public, the exact alignment of the boundary with Saudi Arabia is still unknown and labeled approximate; boundary agreement signed and ratified with Oman in 2003 for entire border, including Oman's Musandam Peninsula and Al Madhah enclaves; UAE engage in direct talks and solicit Arab League support to resolve disputes over Iran's occupation of Lesser and Greater Tunb Islands and Abu Musa Island.
Illicit Drugs : The UAE is a drug transshipment point for traffickers given its proximity to southwest Asian drug producing countries; the UAE's position as a major financial center makes it vulnerable to money laundering; anti-money-laundering controls improving.

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Data Source: Central Intelligence Agency 2004 World Factbook