Ajman
At a glance
| Item | Fact |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, since 6 September 1981 |
| Towns | Ajman city, Al Manamah and Masfout |
| Port | Ajman Port |
Source: UAE Government Portal: Ajman; UAE Government Portal: Fact sheet1,3
The economy
GDP at current prices rose from AED 33.9 billion in 2022 to more than AED 36 billion in 2023, and at constant prices from AED 30.5 billion to about AED 32 billion. Manufacturing contributed 18.9%, wholesale and retail trade with vehicle repair 18.31%, and construction 17.36%.1
The population figure is the latest the UAE government portal gives, from 2017.1
Free zones
Source: UAE Government Portal: Starting a business in a free zone2
Where the emirates are
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the smallest emirate?
Ajman, at about 260 sq km, or about 0.3% of the UAE's area without the islands.
Sources
- UAE Government Portal: Ajman
- UAE Government Portal: Starting a business in a free zone
- UAE Government Portal: Fact sheet
- UAE Government Portal: Abu Dhabi
- UAE Government Portal: Dubai
- UAE Government Portal: Sharjah
- UAE Government Portal: Umm Al Quwain
- UAE Government Portal: Ras Al Khaimah
- UAE Government Portal: Fujairah
Figures checked 21 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. Figures come from the sources listed.