Choose two Middle Eastern nations to profile. Research the nations, and fill in the required

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twenty-first century. Be sure to use reliable sources for your research.

Nation 1 Nation 2

name of nation United Arab Emirates Turkey

style of government federation of monarchies democratic

name of leader in power president: Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan

prime minister: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Makhtoum president: Recep Tayyip Erdogan

prime minister: Ahmet Davutoglu

economic ranking and gross domestic product (GDP) economic ranking: 18

GDP: $722 billion (as of 2015) economic ranking: 31

GDP: $339 billion (as of 2015)

main exports and imports exports: crude oil and natural gas

import: machinery and transport equipment exports: textiles and clothing

import: electronic equipment

any internal or international issues facing the nation in the twentieth century finding productive employment for citizens of the United Arab Emirates ongoing political tensions with Armenia

brief description of people and culture culture: diverse

people: mainly Emirati and expatriates

The United Arab Emirates is heavily influenced by Persian culture. It has an ethnically diverse community. culture: diverse

people: Turks and Kurds

The people of Turkey are friendly and hospitable. The country is famous for its food and music and is one of the top travel destinations.