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Ceorana maintains a firmly pacifist foreign policy; the closest thing it possesses to a military is the multipurpose [[Ceorana Emergency Workforce]]. However, the nation generally doesn't do anything to infuriate other nations, so any attacks on it are usually condemned by international organizations. The latest attack like this was from the [[Gunkan]] province of [[Northern Sushi]]. | Ceorana maintains a firmly pacifist foreign policy; the closest thing it possesses to a military is the multipurpose [[Ceorana Emergency Workforce]]. However, the nation generally doesn't do anything to infuriate other nations, so any attacks on it are usually condemned by international organizations. The latest attack like this was from the [[Gunkan]] province of [[Northern Sushi]]. | ||
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Ceorana was founded long before [[Unification]], its former region, came into existance, but at that point, it began its rich history. Before the unification of Unification, it had inhabited various regions, most notably the [[North Pacific]], but was never very active, and didn't even join the [[United Nations]] until shortly before its entrance into Unification. | Ceorana was founded long before [[Unification]], its former region, came into existance, but at that point, it began its rich history. Before the unification of Unification, it had inhabited various regions, most notably the [[North Pacific]], but was never very active, and didn't even join the [[United Nations]] until shortly before its entrance into Unification. | ||
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| National motto: "Seize the Day; Change the World" | |||
| National anthem: "If I had a Hammer" | |||
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| Region | Isles of a Better World | ||
| Capital | Tzatzing | ||
| Largest City | Tzatzing | ||
| Population | 590 million + | ||
| Suffrage | Age 12, Universal | ||
| Official Language(s) | English, Spanish | ||
| Government | Direct democracy Björn Cooper, Jr. Benjamin Qiro | ||
| Independence • Formed Republic • Revolution Started • Formed Democracy |
1959 1972 2028 2031 | ||
| ISO Nation Code | CEOR | ||
| Currency | Ceorana Peace Coin (CEPC)
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| Time Zone | -0800 | ||
| • Summer (DST) | -0700 | ||
| Internet TLD | .ce | ||
| Calling Code | +315
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| National Symbols • Sport • Animal • Fruit • Flower |
Chess Orca Mango Rhododendron | ||
| UN Status | 
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| Info: NationStates NSEconomy Pipian NS Tracker XML | |||
The Peaceful Idealist Utopia of Ceorana, also known as simply Ceorana, is a nation in the region of Isles of a Better World. It is located on the northwest island in the Isles, and controls a small western island. Its power is concentrated in the northern fishing and publishing city of Tzatzing, which is also the capital.
Ceorana has been committed to democracy since its founding, and has a simple direct democratic government. This means that while the government is slightly less efficient than in some countries, it is very free and fair for the average citizen.
Ceorana maintains a firmly pacifist foreign policy; the closest thing it possesses to a military is the multipurpose Ceorana Emergency Workforce. However, the nation generally doesn't do anything to infuriate other nations, so any attacks on it are usually condemned by international organizations. The latest attack like this was from the Gunkan province of Northern Sushi.
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History
Ceorana was founded long before Unification, its former region, came into existance, but at that point, it began its rich history. Before the unification of Unification, it had inhabited various regions, most notably the North Pacific, but was never very active, and didn't even join the United Nations until shortly before its entrance into Unification.
Corruption and Anarchy
In 2028 CE, Ceorana's Executive Council, most notably Felix Zhavo, the International Relations Officer, was found by independent sources to be corrupt. This led to the removal of the entire Executive Council. Soon, the entire legislature was found to be corrupt, and the entire government dissolved. This led to a period of anarchy now known as the "Dark Ages of Ceorana".
The Reformers
In 2030 CE, a small group of citizens now referred to as the "Reformers" tried to bring order. Notably, this group included the son of the previous Executive Chief, a young, forward-thinking individual named Björn Cooper, Jr. Cooper's father, Bjōrn C. Cooper, had left the country along with other former government officials and lived in exile in nations such as Murkadia.
Reaching Equilibrium
The Reformers rallied much of the country together, and they finally managed to hold an election on December 31, 2031 to ratify a new constitution that laid out the government much differently than before, in a way that would minimize corruption. They also made the decision to veer away from the communist system used before and into a capitalist-socialist mode, although the economy is still fairly weak.
The Move to the Isles
Shortly after the revolution, the region of Unification collapsed. This was mainly due to the founder, Harrissy, leaving and the forum becoming defunct. The regional members not involved in the Northern Sushi-Prince Aiden Borderlands Pact decided to move to Isles of a Better World, Ceorana among them.
Government
Although most Ceoranans wished to keep the strong, leftist government, everyone realized that reforms were needed. A legislative body, consisting of all citizens connected electronically, was set up, under which a department system was created.
Citizen Assembly
- Main article(s): Ceorana Citizen Assembly
The legislative division of Ceorana is the Citizen Assembly, which consists of all citizens of Ceorana aged over 12 years. It doesn't actually meet, but uses electronic voting devices to cast votes and debate. The devices, known as Electronic Voting Apparatusses, are equipped with messenger features as well as identity-verifying devices in order to eliminate the possibility of voter fraud. The purpose of the Citizen Assembly is to make all decisions about the present and future of Ceorana. It elects leaders to facilitate votes and keep the tone of discussion civil. The current leader is Bjōrn Cooper, Jr., who is generally recognized as the leader of the country. It is important to note that even members and leaders in the departments are still members in the Citizen Assembly.
Departments
There are six departments in Ceorana. Each has its own duties and is presided over by a committee both in the Citizen Assembly and the Senate. The departments are the Department of Eduacation, the Department of Global Affairs, the Department of the Environment, the Department of the Treasury, the Department of Transportation and the Department of Home Affairs. The departments are completely controlled by the legislature.
Geography and Natural Resources
Ceorana is located on the southwest end of the most northwest island in the Isles. The country is fairly cold and mountainous, especially in Tzatzing up north. However, it has a very valuable natural phenomenon: hot springs. For this reason geothermal energy is the top source of energy in Ceorana, accounting for 85% of Ceorana's total energy production. In addition, certain areas around large hot springs form a small and contained biome, where tropical fruits can be grown, even mangoes, Ceorana's national fruit.
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Energy
Geothermal energy is Ceorana's top source of energy, but solar, wind, and water power are also used. Fossil fuels have been completely banned since the founding of Ceorana.
Parks
Ceorana's national park system has been merged with the Isles' regional one. In any case, most of the wilderness in Ceorana has been designated as protected wildlife area and is off-limits for development.
Economy
Before the revolution, Ceorana was a well-functioning communist state. But once the elected government was found to be completely corrupt, it was decided that reforms were needed. Ceorana still favors government doing much of the work, and in fact is still recovering from a bad economy, but is trying to move towards a good mix of socialism and capitalism.
People
Ceorana has a diverse mix of people that inhabit it.
Demographics
Taken from the last Ceorana census.
Race
Scandinavian 45% Hispanic 27% Non-Scandinavian European 25% Pacific Islander 3% Other 2%
Age
Ceorana has a very high population of younger citizens, and not so many older ones. However, this is because of the high birth rate, not the fact that the life expectancy is lower.
Under 18 18% 19-30 19% 31-40 19% 41-50 15% 51-60 14% 60-70 9% 70+ 3%
Religion
Ceorana is predominantly Protestant Christian, with Catholocism coming next in line. Christianity is the most widely-practiced religion, although there are some Buddhists and Hindus.
Protestant 53% Roman Catholic 27% Hindu 11% Buddhist 8% Other 1%
Education
Ceoranans are generally recognized as very intellegent, probably because of the comprehensive education system. Although it is suffering due to Ceorana's current crushed economic state, it is still going fairly strong, partly because the government was able to get a set of textbooks published online to defer their cost. Schooling is mandated up to an A.A. degree, and can continue upwards. The main university is the University of Ceorana, although several private universities are springing up now that the ban on private industry has been lifted. Correspondingly, the Education Department is the largest department in the Ceorana government, receiving between 20% and 30% of the budget.
News Media and Print Materials
Ceorana's largest industry is book publishing. There are three major competing companies which have just sprung up after the capitalist revolution: Fischer Books, Cap Publishing, and Sierra Furguson Publishing Company. Although all three are going strong, Fischer currently possesses the most market share at 43%. News media is also strong, led by the cheap Ceorana Herald and it's online partners.
Transportation and Communications
Basic Facts
Internet CCTLD: .ce
Calling Code: +315
International Airports: 2
Domestic Airports: 4
Domestic-only Airports: 2
Airlines: 2
Cities
Ceorana has four major cities. Tzatzing, the capital, is the largest city, home to the Citizen Assembly Network Center, the Ceorana Herald, and the University of Ceorana. Fjord City, the second largest city, is Ceorana's major port. Agriqo, the next largest, is the major agricultural town. Komosit, the smallest of the four largest cities, is an industrial town, and although it has the largest area of all Ceoranan cities, it has a very low population.
Air Travel
Ceorana's main airport is Ceorana-Tzatzing International. It flies to other areas in the Isles, and also houses two national airlines (Ceair and SkyCeo). These lead to a very easy time getting around internationally as well as somewhat domestically.
Rail
Most of Ceorana's transportation is done through a national monorail system, based in Tzatzing and having many in-city routes, but also having long-distance routes to connect the whole of Ceorana. The system is free for in-city commuting and charges a nominal fee for long-distance travel.
Flag
Design
The Ceoranan flag consists of four different sections on a navy blue field. The sections are divided by straight cyan lines. The top two sections stand for values of Ceorana (the domed building for participation in government and the hammer for justice) and the bottom two stand for two of the skills valued in Ceorana (the quill for language and the radical for mathematics). The flag was recently changed from a much plainer one with essentially just the bottom-lower quadrant in white and navy.
Flag Customs
Unlike the real world American flag, customs involving the Ceoranan flag are much looser, since the flag is meant to be simply a symbol of the nation and not a sacred item. For this reason, it is often printed on various items for use by the Ceoranan government. The preferred method of disposal is reuse in some other form, such as a patch for an item of cloth. If this is not possible, the flag should be burned.
National Motto
"Seize the Day; Change the World"
Conception
"Seize the Day; Change the World" was first thought of by Bob Johnson, widely cited as the most prominent member of the Citizen Assembly who doesn't actually have a position. It was first attempted to translate it into Latin, but that attempt failed when someone pointed out that the Latin word for "change" also meant "punish". The official motto is in English, although it has been translated into other languages.
Motto Trivia
- "Seize the Day; Change the World" is cited by elementary school teachers as the only motto in NationStates that includes a semicolon, however, in higher levels of education, this is ignored due to it not being confirmed.
Other Slogans
Although there is only one official motto, there are many "slogans" that are sometimes quoted. Most of them were official but changed.
- "The Word Processor is Mightier than the Bomb" (This was previous national motto until it was pointed out that a pacifist nation shouldn't have the word "bomb" in its motto, even if used derogatorially.)
- "The Quadratic Equation is Mightier than the Sword" (see above)
- "Consensus Survives (but oil doesn't)" (This was official until oil was unbanned.)
Currency
Ceorana's currency is the Ceorana Peace Coin, almost always refered to as the "peac", pronounced as "peak". Coins come in various denominations ranging from one peac to 200 peacs. The current exchange rate is around five peacs to a dollar.
Ceorana Emergency Workforce
- Main article(s): Ceorana Emergency Workforce
The Ceorana Emergency Workforce is the closest thing Ceorana has to a military. It deals with natural disasters, overseas operations, and related time-sensitive tasks.
International Membership
- United Nations
- Isles of a Better World (region)
See Also
- Isles of a Better World
- Factbook Category (Contains all pages relating to Ceorana.)
