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Arts and Culture in the UAE

Arts and Culture in the UAE

Global Center for Performing Arts

Abu Dhabi is creating a center for the arts on Saadiyat Island. GLobal cultural landmarks include a Guggenheim Museum and a Louvre, along with the UAE National Museum. Architects include Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid and Jean Nouvel. Learn more about Arts and Culture in the UAE


News

IISS: UAE leads region in peaceful nuclear energy

Study highlights the UAE’s program as a positive model in which safety, transparency, and nonproliferation are paramount. See Full Story.

UAE supports Copenhagen climate accord

The UAE is the first OPEC member to pledge support for the Copenhagen Accord, urging "equitable and coordinated international action to mitigate climate change." See Full Story.

NASA astronauts meet with UAE students

US astronauts brief Dubai students to build interest in science education and encourage UAE students to attend Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama.

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UAE Foreign Minister meets with Secretary of State Clinton

The two reaffirmed the strong US-UAE partnership in a joint statement.  Visiting Washington, the Minister's meetings have included National Security Advisor General James Jones and key Congressional representatives.

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In Focus
Peaceful Nuclear Energy
The UAE is pursuing a peaceful, civilian nuclear energy program that upholds the highest standards of safety, security, nonproliferation, and operational transparency.
UAE-US Relations
The UAE and US are reliable allies with shared strategic interests in the security, economic and social-cultural arenas.
Establishing a Business
The UAE has one of the most open economies in the world. Learn more about the different ways to do business there.
US Universities in the UAE
The UAE is proud to partner with numerous US universities to improve education and promote cross-cultural understanding.