"A hands-on guide to tackling UAE business culture"--T.p.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 187) and index.

Map of the United Arab Emirates -- Understanding and doing business in the UAE -- From Pirate Coast to the United Arab Emirates -- Early Settlement -- European Traders -- British Protectorate -- Uniting the Emirates -- An Oil Driven Society -- The Economy of the United Arab Emirates -- The Dominance of Abu Dhabi and Dubai -- Exports, Re-exports and Imports -- A Stable Currency -- Sophisticated Banking and Finance -- A Low/No Taxation Regime -- A Net Creditor Country -- Disparity of Income -- An Economy of Foreign Workers -- UAE Nationals as a Minority in the UAE -- Increased Competition from Bahrain -- The Government -- Lack of a Federal Vision -- Supreme Council of Rulers -- The Council of Ministers -- Federal National Council -- The Federal Judiciary -- Stable Politics -- The Majlis -- Emirate of Abu Dhabi -- Emirate of Dubai -- Emirate of Sharjah -- Emirate of Ras al Khaimah -- Emirate of Ajman -- Emirate of Fujairah -- Emirate of Umm al Qaiwain -- Emirs and Walis -- Business and the Bureaucracy -- Government and Business -- Chambers of Commerce with Real Clout -- Infrastructure -- Too Many Modern Ports -- Extensive Roads, Highways and Freeways -- Airports--Almost One Every Few Kilometres -- Getting About -- First World Quality Electricity Supply -- Sourcing Cost-Effective Water -- 21st Century Telecommunications -- Education -- Living in the UAE -- Practical Advice on Doing Business in the UAE -- Evaluating Opportunities -- Visiting the Market -- Supplying the Globe -- Emerging and Developing Industries -- Choosing a Business Partner -- Territorial Coverage -- The Management Team -- Commitment -- Business Arrangements -- Investors -- Branch and Representative Offices -- Joint Ventures -- Partnerships -- Sponsorship and Ownership -- Commercial Agency Law No. 18 -- Business Culture -- Business and Religion -- Women in Business -- Business Transactions -- Strategies for Business Success -- Research the Market -- The Media -- Outdoor Advertising -- Trade Fairs and Exhibitions -- The UAE's Silicon Valley -- Promotions and Marketing -- The Right Price -- The Right Product -- Commercial Laws of the UAE -- Intellectual Property Rights -- Business Licence -- Company Registration -- Choosing a Business Site -- Free Trade Zones and Technology Parks -- Contacts and Networking -- Corporate Culture.