Is the UAE an EU country?

Is the United Arab Emirates an EU country?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is not a member of the European Union (EU). The UAE is located in the Middle East on the Arabian Peninsula and consists of seven emirates. Although the UAE is not an EU country, it maintains close economic and political relations with the European Union.

Relations between the UAE and the EU are based on cooperation agreements covering trade, investments, security and the environment, among other things. The EU is one of the UAE’s most important trade partners, and there is a lively trade between the two countries, especially in the oil and gas sector.

Although the UAE is not an EU country, it actively participates in international cooperation and strives to promote peace and stability in its region. The country also has strong relations with other international actors, such as the United Nations and the Arab League.

Sources: European External Action Service, UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs