The Emirates Society strengthens the UK-UAE relationship, deepening public understanding about the UAE in Britain.

The Emirates Society offers its deepest condolences to the people of the UAE on the death of their President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and its congratulations on the election of its new President HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The United Arab Emirates is:

• One of the UK’s top trading partners

• A force for stability and counter-extremism in the Middle East

• Where 100,000 British people call home

The Society exists to promote the relationship between Britain and the UAE, and increase awareness of it in both countries. To do this, we publish material and host events relating to the UAE and the UK relationship. These include panel discussions, lectures, film screenings and social occasions. You can see our latest recordings here. Sign up here to receive our occasional newsletter.

The UK and UAE have a deep and historic partnership which supports jobs and prosperity for both countries and peace and moderation in the Middle East.

Partners in education

Dozens of British schools and universities operate in the UAE and thousands of Emiratis study in the UK each year.