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Expat Community: Extremely large, particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The expat community makes up a majority of the population, with a significant number of Western professionals and workers from South Asia.

Cost of Living: High, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, though without personal income tax, which can balance the overall cost of living.

Quality of Life: Very high in terms of infrastructure, healthcare, and safety. The climate can be extremely hot, which might affect outdoor activities.

Ease of Settling In: Arabic is the official language, but English is the lingua franca in business and daily life, making
communication easy for expats.

Work Opportunities: Abundant in construction, finance, service industries, and energy sectors. The UAE’s economy is diversified, and its global business hubs attract talent from around the world.