VOICED: Mass marriages to save UAE identity

The video discusses the Emirati government's efforts to encourage native marriages through a $19,000 grant, addressing population imbalance and promoting national identity. With only 15% of the population being nationals, the government aims to boost birth rates and reduce divorce rates. The marriage fund supports young Emiratis in forming families, offering guidance on child-rearing and marital problem-solving to ensure lasting unions.

What financial incentive does the UAE government offer to encourage Emiratis to marry?

• $25,000 grant

• $30,000 grant

• $19,000 grant

• $10,000 grant

What is one of the main demographic issues the UAE is facing?

• Lack of education

• Population imbalance

• High unemployment rate

• Overpopulation

What percentage of the UAE's population is made up of nationals?

• 25%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

What is one of the goals of the marriage fund in the UAE?

• To reduce taxes

• To protect young people and create Emirati families

• To increase tourism

• To promote international marriages

What type of guidance is provided to couples to help maintain their marriages?

• Travel planning

• Career counseling

• Financial planning

• Child-rearing and marital problem-solving