Syrians in the United Arab Emirates
Total population | |
---|---|
242,000 estimated (2015)[1] | |
Regions with significant populations | |
Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. | |
Languages | |
Arabic (Syrian Arabic), English | |
Religion | |
Majority Sunni Islam with Shia Muslim minority |
Syrians in the United Arab Emirates include migrants from Syria to the United Arab Emirates, as well as their descendants. A large number of Syrians live in the UAE.[2] The number of Syrians in the United Arab Emirates was estimated to be around 242,000 in 2015.[1]
See also
References
- 1 2 Schreck, Adam (2015-09-09). "Emirates defends its response to Syria's refugee crisis". AP News. Associated Press. Retrieved 2018-04-11.
- ↑ Simpson, Colin (2012-06-04). "Syrians in Dubai look to rebuild homeland". The National. Retrieved 2018-04-11.
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