Ajman is the smallest of the seven emirates. Its population was 504,846 in 2017. Its GDP amounted to AED 32 billion at current prices in 2019.
Ajman is the smallest of the seven emirates measuring about 259sq. km. which is about 0.3 per cent of the UAE's area without the islands. Ajman has a few sandy beaches but is mainly characterised by the rugged Hajjar mountain range. Although Ajman city is modern and provides up-to-date services and facilities, it reflects its traditional charm.
The population of Ajman in 2017 was 504,846. There are 188.13 males per 100 females.
Ajman lies on the coast of the Arabian Gulf, in the northern part of the UAE. It is 16 km. long and lies between the emirates of Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain.
Ajman city - It comprises the Ruler's office, companies, banks and commercial markets in addition to the Ajman port, which is located on the natural valley, which passes through the city.
Al Manamah city - It is about 60km. from Ajman and is known for its valleys and high mountains, which are rich in magnesium, chromate and rocks.
Masfout city - It is about 110km. to the southeast and is known for agriculture, mountains such as Dafta and Leshan, and wide valleys such as Ghalfa.
As per the Annual Economic Report 2020 for the emirate of Ajman (PDF, 1 MB), the GDP of Ajman in 2019 amounted to AED 32 billion at current prices, showing a growth rate of about 2.3 per cent over the previous year.
Construction, building and real estate sectors dominated the GDP for 2019 contributed 31.9 per cent, one of the highest contributions nationwide. These sectors contributed an average of about 18 percent to the non-oil sector.
The manufacturing sector contributed 18.8 per cent and the trade sector contributed 18.8 per cent to the GDP during 2019.
Ajman Port and Ajman Free Zone are two key players in the economic growth of the emirate.
Ajman Fort is one of the country's historic landmarks. It dates back to the 18th century and shows life in different eras.
The fort has been restored and transformed into a museum. It contains archaeological samples that show people's possessions, industries, traditional professions as well as images from their old social life.
The magical beaches of Ajman with their fresh air, peaceful environment and clean water provide various marine activities that attract many sea lovers.
Some of the major landmarks in Ajman are:
The Al Nuaimi tribe, who migrated to the region around 1775, formed Ajman. The first recognition of Ajman as an autonomous state came in 1820.
Ajman is ruled by H. H. Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi. As the 10th ruler of the emirate of Ajman, he succeeded his late father H. H. Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi on 6 September 1981.
The reign of late Sheikh Rashid Bin Al Nuaimi lasted 53 years, from 1928 to 1981.
Sheik Humaid received his early education in Dubai in 1940 before proceeding to Cairo, Egypt, to continue his higher education. Soon after, he became involved in the political affairs of the emirate and became the Deputy Ruler of Ajman. He held this position from 1960 to 1981. H. H. is considered the founder of the new emirate of Ajman.
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