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United Arab Emirates

June 19, 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved a major new regulation setting the minimum age for social media use at 15 years which is aimed at strengthening child protection in the digital space.

About United Arab Emirates:

  • Location: It is a Middle East country that is located on the north east edge of the Arabian Peninsula.
  • Bordering Countries: It is bordered by the Saudi Arabia (South and West) and Oman (East).
  • Maritime Boundary: Gulf of Oman (East), Persian Gulf (North).
  • Capital City: Abu Dhabi
  • Geographical Features of United Arab Emirates:
    • Terrain: The emirates comprise a mixed environment of rocky desert, coastal plains and wetlands, and waterless mountains. 
    • Climate: The climate is hot and humid along the coast and is hotter still, but dry, in the interior. 
    • Highest point: Jabal Bil ‘Ays Mountain
    • Major Ports: Port Rāshid and Port Jebel Ali
    • Natural Resources: It mainly consists of petroleum and natural gas.
    • Tropic of Cancer passes through UAE, specifically Abu Dhabi emirate.

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