Ajman
Country	Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Population (2003)
- Total	225,000

Ajman (Arabic: عجمان‎ 'Aǧmān) is the capital of the emirate of Ajman located along the Persian Gulf.

Population

The city has a population of 225,000 (2003 census estimate). The urban area runs directly into the city of Sharjah along the coast to the south west, which in turn is adjacent to Dubai, forming a continuous urban area.

Commercial

Ajman is home to the Ruler's office, companies, commercial markets, and about 50 international and local retail shops. Banking interests include: Ajman Bank, Arab Bank PLC, Bank Saderat Iran, and Commercial Bank of Dubai.

Shipping

The port of Ajman is located along a natural creek which penetrates the town. Ajman is also home to Arab Heavy Industries, one of the world's largest ship manufacturing firms.

Sources

Emirates of the United Arab Emirates Emirate (capital) Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi) · Dubai (Dubai) · Sharjah (Sharjah) · Ajman (Ajman) · Umm al-Quwain (Umm al-Quwain) · Fujairah (Fujairah) · Ras al-Khaimah (Ras al-Khaimah)

Coordinates: 25°23′58″N 55°28′47″E / 25.3995°N 55.4796°E / 25.3995; 55.4796