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The United Arab Emirates was formally established on December 1, 1971.
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The seventh emirate, Ras al-Khaimah, agreed to the new federation on December 2, 1971.
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The Supreme Council of the Federal is composed of the seven sheikhs of the eight Emirates.
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The President and Vice President of the Federation are elected by the Supreme Council for a term of three years.
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The Supreme Council has the power to appoint persons to office, but not to enact legislation.
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Qatar and Bahrain are part of the United Arab Emirates.
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The Supreme Council decisions require a majority vote of six sheikhs.
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The President of the Federation has limited legislative and executive powers.
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The President of the UAE has the power to appoint the Prime Minister.
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The Federal National Council has 50 members representing the seven emirates.
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The Federal Supreme Court consists of seven judges including a President of the court.
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Kuwait gained independence from the United Kingdom on June 20, 1961.
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The Emir of Kuwait is elected by popular vote.
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The National Assembly of Kuwait has 70 seats.
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All laws enacted by Kuwait National Assembly are valid until signed by the Emir within three months.
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The Supreme Court of Kuwait consists of 3 judges.
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The UAE Constitution grants the power of defence to Dubai.
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The Federal judiciary of the UAE includes the Federal Supreme Court and the Federal courts of appeal only.
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What was the main purpose of Sheikh Zayed's call for a federation among the Emirates in 1968?
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What is the basis of the political system of the UAE?
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What are the key responsibilities of the President and Vice President of the UAE?
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What is the composition of the Supreme Council of the Federal?
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What is required for the Supreme Council's decisions to be approved?
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What is the term of office for the President and Vice President of the UAE?
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Who assumes the responsibilities of the President in their absence?
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What does the UAE's constitution guarantee to its citizens?
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Who is the head of the Council of Ministers in the UAE?
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What is the name of the first woman minister in the UAE?
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How many members does the Federal National Council (FNC) have?
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What are the powers granted to Abu Dhabi under the UAE Constitution?
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What is the system of government in Kuwait?
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How many seats are there in Kuwait's National Assembly (parliament)?
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What is the role of the Emir in the Kuwaiti government?
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What is the structure of the judicial system in Kuwait?
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Study Notes
Formation of the UAE
- In 1968, Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum called for a federation that would include the seven Emirates, including Qatar and Bahrain.
- An agreement was reached between the rulers of six of the Emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm al-Quwain, Fujairah, and Ajman) to form the United Arab Emirates.
- The UAE was formally established on December 2, 1971.
- Ras al-Khaimah joined the federation in 1972, while Qatar and Bahrain became separate nations.
Political System of the UAE
- The UAE is a constitutional federation with a constitution that outlines the main rules of the political and constitutional organization of the country.
- The constitution guarantees all UAE citizens equal rights and opportunities, safety and security, and social justice.
- The Supreme Council of the Federal is composed of the seven sheikhs of the seven Emirates.
- The Supreme Council has the power to enact legislation, establish policy, appoint persons to office, and assume supreme supervision of the Federation's affairs.
- Decisions require a majority of five votes, including the votes of the sheikhs of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
The President and Vice President
- The President and Vice President are elected by the Supreme Council for a term of five years, renewable.
- The President has overall responsibility for the administration of federal laws and affairs.
- In the absence of the President, the Vice President assumes his responsibilities.
The Council of Ministers
- The Council of Ministers is an executive authority of the federation, headed by the Prime Minister.
- The Prime Minister selects cabinet ministers from representatives of the seven emirates.
- The first woman minister in the UAE was HE Sheikha Lubna Al Qassimi, appointed in November 2004.
The Federal National Council
- The Federal National Council includes 40 members representing the seven emirates.
- The number of seats assigned to each emirate is based on its population.
- The Federal National Council has a consultative role, including serving the people and the nation, consolidating the principles of shura, examining and amending proposed federal legislation, and questioning ministers.
The Judicial System
- The judicial system is composed of a federal and a local judiciary.
- The Federal Supreme Court consists of five judges, including a President, appointed by presidential decree and endorsed by the Supreme Council.
Powers of Abu Dhabi
- The UAE constitution grants Abu Dhabi powers over defence, air traffic control, nationality, passports, and residence.
Kuwait's Government
- Kuwait gained independence from the United Kingdom on June 19, 1961.
- The State of Kuwait is a constitutional emirate with a parliamentary system of government.
- The Emir is the head of the authorities and appoints the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers.
- The National Assembly (parliament) has 66 seats, with 50 elected by popular vote and 16 cabinet ministers appointed by the Prime Minister.
Kuwait's Judicial System
- Kuwait has a civil law system, with Sharia law significantly used for personal matters.
- The Supreme Court, Cassation Court, and Constitutional Court each consist of 5 judges appointed by the Emir upon recommendation of the Supreme Judicial Council.
Formation of the UAE
- In 1968, Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum called for a federation that would include the seven Emirates, including Qatar and Bahrain.
- An agreement was reached between the rulers of six of the Emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Umm al-Quwain, Fujairah, and Ajman) to form the United Arab Emirates.
- The UAE was formally established on December 2, 1971.
- Ras al-Khaimah joined the federation in 1972, while Qatar and Bahrain became separate nations.
Political System of the UAE
- The UAE is a constitutional federation with a constitution that outlines the main rules of the political and constitutional organization of the country.
- The constitution guarantees all UAE citizens equal rights and opportunities, safety and security, and social justice.
- The Supreme Council of the Federal is composed of the seven sheikhs of the seven Emirates.
- The Supreme Council has the power to enact legislation, establish policy, appoint persons to office, and assume supreme supervision of the Federation's affairs.
- Decisions require a majority of five votes, including the votes of the sheikhs of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
The President and Vice President
- The President and Vice President are elected by the Supreme Council for a term of five years, renewable.
- The President has overall responsibility for the administration of federal laws and affairs.
- In the absence of the President, the Vice President assumes his responsibilities.
The Council of Ministers
- The Council of Ministers is an executive authority of the federation, headed by the Prime Minister.
- The Prime Minister selects cabinet ministers from representatives of the seven emirates.
- The first woman minister in the UAE was HE Sheikha Lubna Al Qassimi, appointed in November 2004.
The Federal National Council
- The Federal National Council includes 40 members representing the seven emirates.
- The number of seats assigned to each emirate is based on its population.
- The Federal National Council has a consultative role, including serving the people and the nation, consolidating the principles of shura, examining and amending proposed federal legislation, and questioning ministers.
The Judicial System
- The judicial system is composed of a federal and a local judiciary.
- The Federal Supreme Court consists of five judges, including a President, appointed by presidential decree and endorsed by the Supreme Council.
Powers of Abu Dhabi
- The UAE constitution grants Abu Dhabi powers over defence, air traffic control, nationality, passports, and residence.
Kuwait's Government
- Kuwait gained independence from the United Kingdom on June 19, 1961.
- The State of Kuwait is a constitutional emirate with a parliamentary system of government.
- The Emir is the head of the authorities and appoints the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Ministers.
- The National Assembly (parliament) has 66 seats, with 50 elected by popular vote and 16 cabinet ministers appointed by the Prime Minister.
Kuwait's Judicial System
- Kuwait has a civil law system, with Sharia law significantly used for personal matters.
- The Supreme Court, Cassation Court, and Constitutional Court each consist of 5 judges appointed by the Emir upon recommendation of the Supreme Judicial Council.
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Learn about the events that led to the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1968. Discover how Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum played a key role in establishing closer ties among the Emirates.
