Dubai-Sharjah Border Dispute
Court of Arbitration
91 I.L.R. 543 (1993)
- Written by Kyli Cotten, JD
Facts
The boundary lines between the emirates Dubai and Sharjah were never clearly defined due to the nomadic nature of the region’s tribal inhabitants. The boundaries would change over the years, in large part, depending on what shaikh, or ruler, to whom the tribes were allegiant. In 1937, oil was discovered in the region, which created a need to establish clear boundaries. Dubai and Sharjah specifically disputed the Al Mamzer Peninsula because both emirates had strong links to the area. In the preceding decades, Sharjah had legal title over Al Mamzer through the town of Abu Hail. However, Abu Hail later disappeared, and Dubai increasingly gained economic and political control of the area. The parties eventually agreed to submit the matter to arbitration.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Per curiam)
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