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IV CONVENTION

FOR MALTESE LIVING ABROAD

2015

United Arab Emirates

Presented by

Ms Georgina Bugeja

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About The United Arab Emirates

Located in the Arabian Peninsula bordering Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar & Bahrain

Established in 1971 as a federation of Abu Dhabi (capital), Dubai (largest city), Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaima, Ajman and Sharjah

Population of 9.2 million with only 1,7 million comprising Emiratis and the rest as expatriates

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Lifestyle

What best sums up the lifestyle lived by expats in the UAE are the following 4

simple statements:

A diverse society

Urban surroundings

Luxurious as a way of life

Comparatively liberal

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What attracts Maltese to live in UAE

The Maltese have been seeking further opportunities away from Malta since

the 1950s. As Maltese, we are known to be hardworking and easy to learn,

and have managed to carve out expat communities in some of the largest

cities in the world, most notably New York, Sydney and London, and more

recently, cities within the UAE.

What attracts Maltese to live and work in the UAE ?

Work opportunities – mainly in fields that are somewhat limited in Malta

Tax free income

Acceleration of hierarchy within the company

Comfortable lifestyle

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What is the level of success of Maltese in UAE?

The Maltese living and working in the UAE have managed to carve out good careers

for themselves.

The 2 countries have a solid partnership which is continuously growing, with success

experienced in the economic and commercial spheres.

There are about 600 Maltese living in the UAE, working in various sectors such as

advertising, banking, airlines, hospitality, education and the financial sectors.

The Maltese have managed to excel in all walks of life

The majority are associated with Emirates Airline

Other strong work forces are in the fields of:

Aircraft maintenance

Gynaecology

Marketing

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What makes Maltese comfortable to integrate in UAE?

The Maltese are also known to be adaptable and flexible, while adhering to a strict

work ethos. This mentality has led many of the Maltese who decided to take the

plunge and move to the UAE for further opportunities, to feel comfortable and

integrated in the community.

The key points which help the most are:

Strong work ethics

Business language being English

The Maltese are hard working by nature, as highlighted previously, thus favored by

employers

Flexibility and excellent communication skills

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What situations do Maltese find while residing in UAE?

The UAE Government does not provide nationality so one cannot immigrate

to UAE and hence, can work only on a temporary basis for a certain period of

time. This can read as several years.

Labour laws are nothing close to what they are in Malta.

Family lifestyle is not typical Maltese. You will not find grandparents, uncles

and aunts like one would in, say, Australia, UK or in their very own backyard

in Malta.

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The Emirates – A Way of Life

… A Way of Life …

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A bustling metropolis

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Burj Al Arab

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Man made wonders …

Palm Jumeirah

Burj Khalifa

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Beautiful Places

Beautiful places in the desert

Emirates Mosque

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Tradition and the Olden Days

↑The olden days, before modern development took place and the 7 Rulers of the 7 Emirates ↓ Traditional dance, the desert and local cuisine

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Commuting in the Cities

Newly developed Metro – makes for easier and efficient commuting

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Nature’s wonders

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Adventure and Experience !

↑ Dubai

Aquarium

and

Ski Dubai

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Ferrari World

in Abu Dhabi

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Adventure and Experience !

Hot air ballooning

Experiencing the beautiful cityscapes

or the wonder of nature over the

desert

v Thank You