This website is the official website of The United Arab Emirates Government (UAE), providing information on the functions of the federal government departments, public services and political activities. The website is available in Arabic and English. The United Arab Emirates (The United Arab Emirates; abbreviated: UAE) is located in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula, the capital and seat of government in Abu Dhabi, the official language is Arabic, the federal system, the federal Supreme Council of Chiefs is the highest authority, the UAE's highest official is the head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces.