LaivNFang
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| Motto: "Close your eyes... it'll all be over soon" | |
| Region | Antarctic Oasis |
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| Capital | LaivNFang Central |
| Official Language(s) | English |
| Government | Semi-Presidential Republic |
| - Prime Minister | Kristian S. Hayes |
| - President | Brittany L. Gleeson |
| - Minister of Defense | Gen. James B. Barrett |
| - Minister of Treasury | William G. Hallifax |
| Population | 240+ Million |
| Currency | Pound |
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LaivNFang, officially the United States of LaivNFang, is a nation situated in the Antarctic Oasis and is home to some 240 million multi-cultural residents. Despite a major increase in European contact in the past 200 years, a majority of LaivNFangems can trace their ancestry to the native tribes who first inhabited the land almost 10,000 years ago, more widely known as the Fangem Tribes. Neighbouring countries include Gruenberg, Omigodtheykilledkenny, Cronaria, The Unionized Stoners, Kivistan UN Bordello, Cluichstani UN Mission and Queen Fran.
LaivNFang is a United Nations charter member.
Government
The United States of LaivNFang is a semi-presidential republic, with a parliamentary system of government. Democratic elections are held every six years, in which the people elect members to the 128-seat House of Representatives, where the LaivNFang Liberal Party currently holds the balance of power. The LaivnFang Labor Party and the Fangish Democrats currently serve in Opposition. The Government is led by the Prime Minister, currently Mr Kristian S. Hayes, whose unprecedented popularity has led him win three consecutive elections making him the longest serving Prime Minister of LaivNFang in history. The Office of the President is largely a representative role and is administered by the incumbent, Miss Brittany L. Gleeson. Executive powers are retained by the Office of the President.
The Government of LaivnFang consists of a nine cabinet ministers appointed by the Prime Minister, in consultation with the President. The following portfolios are represented by the cabinet:
Office of Treasury
Office of Defense
Office of Foreign Affairs
Office of Trade
Office of Social Welfare
Office of Industrial Relations & Business
Office of Education & Communications
Office of Health & Scientific Research
Office of Environment
The last election was held on September 28, 2006 in which the LaivnFang Liberal Party won a majority 94 seats, whilst the Labor Party retained 28 and the Democrats, just 6. Kristian S. Hayes stood unopposed during internal party nominations shortly after, for the Office of the Prime Minister.
The judiciary is controlled by the High Court of LaivNFang which has extensive representation throughout the country.
Economy
LaivNFang's economy has been considered increasingly stronger in recent years, backed by a liberal-minded Government with a distinct passion for the cheese export industry.
A successful campaign by the Liberal Party before the 2006 national election, led by popular Minister of Treasury, William G. Hallifax, saw the eventual introduction of legislation commonly known as the 'Highly-skilled, Highly-valued, Highly-paid Agenda' responsible for increasing minimum wages for tradespeople and rewarding citizens for updating their vocational knowledge, with increased governmental superannuation donations.
The current income tax rate for all LaivNFangems is 44%.
Geography
The total landmass of LaivNFang is 14,702,850 square kilometres which is bordered in part by 18,780 kilometres of coastline. A large proportion of this landmass is cold, uncongenial and virtually inhospitable.
Police & Military
LaivNFang is served by the LaivNFangish Police Association (LPA) a national crime-fighting force which has been extensively effective in reducing the crime rate and deterring criminals.
The Armed Forces of LaivNFang largely consists of an elite AirForce contingent, supported by considerable ground forces in the Army. The Navy exists in predominately a support and transport role and is also responsible for sea border control. A small specialist force known as the Special Service Patrol are responsible for keeping an eye on LaivNFang's land borders. The Armed Forces are overseen by the Minister for Defense, General James B. Barrett. Military service is undertaken on a voluntary basis.
Demographics
LaivNFang has maintained an active immigration program throughout the region to boost population growth. A diverse range of immigrants are granted citizenship with a particular emphasis on previous vocational training. The immigration quota also makes allowances for additional family members and possible refugees, whose cases are heard on an individual basis by the High Court.
English is the national language but the traditional Fangish is also widely used. Thanks to progressive social policies in multi-cultural education, a considerable proportion of the population are bilingual. It is believed that there were up to 50 variations of the Fangish tongue at the time of first European contact in 1784. A single strain of this language survives today. Consideration is also made in general society for the hearing and visually imparied.
The Supreme Church of LaivNFang is the official state religion, however is adopted by only 44% of the population. The head of the church is the Bishop Paul "Stretch" Hollick, who is best known for his televangelistic preaching and for living a very comfortable lifestyle.
School attendance is compulsory throughout LaivNFang for children aged 6–16 years and education at this level is Government-sponsored. In addition, the Government has established 52 public universities and 627 feeder colleges, at which teachers, instructors and lecturers are tested on a routine basis to ensure their skills are at a premium standard. Approximately 64% of LaivNFangems between the ages of 24 and 68 have vocational or tertiary qualifications.
