Federation of Bahrain and UAE Overview
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What major event did Britain approve in 1968 regarding the proposed union?

  • The establishment of a federal court
  • Joint defense agreements
  • The appointment of a permanent capital
  • The idea of the union itself (correct)

    • What was a key result of the first session meeting held in Dubai in 1968?

  • The formation of a higher council of governors (correct)
  • Creation of a joint defense protocol
  • Finalization of the union's constitution
  • Agreement on Bahrain as the permanent capital

    • During which session was the Ministerial Council of the Union established?

  • Fourth Session Meeting
  • Third Session Meeting (correct)
  • First Session Meeting
  • Second Session Meeting

    • What proposal did Bahrain submit regarding the union's structure?

    <p>Location of the permanent capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emirates were present during the first session meeting in 1968?

    <p>Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, Sharjah, and others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the most significant problems leading to Bahrain's withdrawal from the union?

    <p>Disagreements over the union's constitutional form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one outcome of the second session meeting held in Doha?

    <p>Authorization of the Supreme Council's final decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a discussion topic during the early sessions of the union?

    <p>Cultural exchange programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Bahrain's position regarding the representation of the UAE in the proposed Consultative Council?

    <p>It should be proportionate to the population in each emirate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which federal ministries were given to Bahrain?

    <p>Health and Education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was rejected by the other emirates in relation to Bahrain?

    <p>Manama as the permanent capital of the Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the United Arab Emirates established?

    <p>July 18, 1971</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emirate joined the United Arab Emirates Federation in February 1972?

    <p>Ras Al Khaimah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Bahrain take before declaring its independence?

    <p>Signed a ten-year friendship treaty with Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the steps taken by Bahrain towards independence?

    <p>Joining the United Nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the declaration made by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa during Bahrain's independence?

    <p>Bahrain is a Muslim Arab State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Federation of Bahrain and UAE

    • The idea of union dates back to the 1930s and 1940s.
    • The idea was negotiated after oil was discovered in Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait.
    • Bahrain initially supported the union but later opposed it.
    • Britain initially opposed the union but later supported it due to their withdrawal from the region.

    First Session Meeting

    • The first meeting was held in Dubai in February 1968.
    • Sheikhs from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain, Qatar, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah attended.
    • The session called for a union between the UAE emirates.
    • The creation of a higher council of governors with alternating chairpersons was proposed.
    • It was agreed the council would hold supreme authority and make decisions unanimously.
    • The creation of a constitution, a joint defense arrangement, prevention of conflict resolution, and a federal court was discussed.

    Second Session Meeting

    • The second session was held in Doha.
    • Decisions related to an economist and the Supreme Council receiving final decision-making power were made.
    • A decision was made to defend the Emirates Union.

    Third Session Meeting

    • The third session was held in Doha on May 15, 1969.
    • Topics included forming the Ministerial Council of the Union.
    • Discussions about popular representation and allocating representation to each emirate.
    • The headquarters of the union's capital were also considered.

    Suggestions submitted by Bahrain

    • Bahrain proposed Manama as the permanent capital.
    • Other emirates opposed this idea.

    Fourth Session Meeting

    • The fourth and final meeting of the nine rulers of the UAE took place in Abu Dhabi.
    • It occurred before Bahrain withdrew from the union.

    The most important problems faced by the Union

    • Conflicts surrounding the union's constitutional form and the structure of the federal executive and legislative branches.
    • Bahrain's objection to the distribution of ministries, with Bahrain mainly receiving health and education.
    • Bahrain's suggestion of Manama as the permanent capital, which was rejected by other emirates.

    Bahrain's Withdrawal from the Union

    • Various attempts at mediation failed to resolve issues.
    • The unification of the six emirates, excluding Ras Al Khaimah, happened on July 18, 1971.
    • Ras Al Khaimah joined the federation later in 1972.
    • Bahrain declared independence on August 14, 1971.
    • A ten-year friendship treaty with Britain followed.
    • Qatar's declaration of independence occurred in September 1971.

    Independence of the State of Bahrain

    • Bahrain sent letters to other Arab countries and Iran to explain its position.
    • A declaration of independence was read by Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa.
    • Bahrain was declared a Muslim Arab state.
    • Key issues discussed included Baharain's position in the UAE's union and its international and Arab relations.

    Steps of Independence

    • Bahrain ended treaties with Britain.
    • Sovereignty over its territory and internal/external affairs was asserted.
    • Bahrain applied for membership in the Arab League and the UN.

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    This quiz explores the historical context and meetings leading to the federation of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. It covers key events from the 1930s to the first and second sessions held in 1968 and Doha, focusing on the discussions that shaped the union. Test your knowledge on the significant political debates and agreements that facilitated this regional cooperation.

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