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Arabic language training for British officials, 1982 Jan 01 - 1982 Dec 31

This file concerns the level of linguistic skill displayed by UK diplomatic staff in the Gulf. It contains correspondence on: The relative value of speaking Arabic vis-à-vis English, mentioning Bahrain, Qatar, Dubai and the UAE in general The link between language knowledge and local knowledge Arabic language training arrangements with the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) at London University The provision of interpreters for Arab visitors to the UK.

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Trucial States: internal security and policing (excluding Abu Dhabi), 1967 Jan 01 - 1967 Dec 31

This file contains correspondence relating to: The consultations between the Political Agency Dubai, Major J Briggs and Dr Tom Johnstone of the University of London on the training of prospective police officers in Arabic The planned visit by a member of the security service to the Dubai Petroleum Company The arrangements for A T Bevan, J I Burns, J K Humphreys and H J Pugsley to travel to Aden in order to receive training in Arabic language at the Command Arabic Language School The plan for W B Peskett to join the other officers for language training in Aden The assignment of of

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Arabic language training for British officials, 1982 Jan 01 - 1982 Dec 31

Trucial States: internal security and policing (excluding Abu Dhabi), 1967 Jan 01 - 1967 Dec 31