Royal families of the United Arab Emirates

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The dynasties of the United Arab Emirates consist of the six ruling families of the seven Emirates. [1]

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Nahyan dynasty — Abu Dhabi

Maktoum dynasty — Dubai

Al Qasimi dynasty — Sharjah

Al Qasimi dynasty — Ras Al Khaimah

Al Nuaimi dynasty — Ajman

Al Mualla dynasty — Umm Al Quwain

Al Sharqi dynasty — Fujairah

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