PR-Kansiov

Spotlight on: National FlagThe People's Republic of Kansiov

"Your Life before Death!" UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy Civil Rights: Very Good Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Average Location: Nova

Regional Influence: Dealmaker

The People's Republic of Kansiov is a massive, safe nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its compassionate population of 1.103 billion have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked morass -- juggles the competing demands of Education, Social Welfare, and Healthcare. The average income tax rate is 47%, but much higher for the wealthy. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Book Publishing industry, followed by Information Technology and Automobile Manufacturing.

People reciting Shakespeare have become a common sight, citizens are bombarded with advertising from their compulsory minature radios, breastfeeding mothers are replacing smokers to loiter outside the workplace, and the government has instituted 'traveller reservations' across the country. Crime is totally unknown, thanks to a well-funded police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Kansiov's national animal is the golden eagle and its currency is the Kaniovian Dollar.

Kansiov is ranked 3rd in the region and 6,769th in the world for Largest Publishing Industry.