Difference between revisions of "The Melanesian Islands"
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The economy of '''The Melanesian Islands''' is increasingly diverse. It is the economical powerhouse of the lower Carterian continent, and enjoys one of the highest GDP per capitas in the world. Economy is mostly based on tourism and its offshoot - gambling, located in many of the resort towns that dot the major eight islands. Also important are trout farming, which is based on the main island, and furniture restoration, which revolves around the cities. | The economy of '''The Melanesian Islands''' is increasingly diverse. It is the economical powerhouse of the lower Carterian continent, and enjoys one of the highest GDP per capitas in the world. Economy is mostly based on tourism and its offshoot - gambling, located in many of the resort towns that dot the major eight islands. Also important are trout farming, which is based on the main island, and furniture restoration, which revolves around the cities. | ||
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+ | == History == | ||
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+ | '''The Melanesian Islands''' were first inhabited around 200 BC by tribal groups of Solomonese descent. These early islanders were, for the most part, left alone for nearly two millenia. Then, during the Carterian Renaissance, the Islands became a haven for for political exiles from all parts of Carteria. Aristocrats and intellectuals from [[Hammer2026]], [[Mindus]] and [[Holyboy and the 666s]], among others came to the Islands and helped create the intelligent, opulent society there today. | ||
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+ | === Suzerainty === | ||
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+ | [[Uzbekistan and Solomon]] leased the islands for 500 years in the early 19th century, for the price of 10 000 principos a year, an ungodly sum of money then. Now, the Islands are an autonomous nation, and Uzbekistan and Solomon manages their most important political affairs. | ||
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+ | === Recent History === | ||
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+ | After the Renaissance, immigration into '''The Melanesian Islands''' was restricted, but millions of immigrants still pour into the islands annualy, creating dynamic new cities and expanding existing ones. After the disastrous "suburban experiments" of the 1950s, the government hired a full-time team of city planners to efficiently manage the growth of metropolitan centres. Melanesian cities are now the envy of much of the world, for their ingenious architecture, transit infrasturcture and land distribution. | ||
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+ | === Looking Ahead === | ||
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+ | As the 21st century dawns in '''The Melanesian Islands''', islanders, immigrants and natives alike, prepare to face the challenges the future holds, and are ready to overcome obstacles in the traditional, steadfast way. | ||
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Party to the [[Carterian Pact]]. | Party to the [[Carterian Pact]]. | ||
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+ | Citizens of '''The Melanesian Islands''' enjoy a very high quality of life, and have acess to a variety of domestic and international goods and services. The Islands' major airport, numerous regional airports and ship ports aid in the free flow of goods in and out of the country. Free market mentality is more widespread here than in the suzerain, [[Uzbekistan and Solomon]]. | ||
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+ | Citizens also have very extensive civil and political rights, sometimes reaching excessive levels. This proves that the Protectorate still keeps a very different identity from its suzerain, who lead a less libertarian lifestyle. |
Revision as of 12:15, 30 July 2005
Flag of The Melanesian Islands | |
Motto: Pecunia in arbotis non crescit | |
Region | Carteria - Southern Carteria |
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Capital | Fortuna Bay |
Official Language(s) | Melanesian, English |
Leader | Michal Pogorzelski |
Population | 100 - 500 million |
Currency | principo |
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Contents
Basic facts
The Melanasian Islands is an archipelago under the suzerainty of the country, Uzbekistan and Solomon.
- Type of government - New York Times Democracy
- Civil rights - Very Good
- Economy - Thriving
- Political freedoms - World Benchmark
- GDP - $6 302 000 000 000 (20.8% of Carteria's GDP)
- GDP per capita - $23 167
- national animal - Melanesian tiger
Economy
The economy of The Melanesian Islands is increasingly diverse. It is the economical powerhouse of the lower Carterian continent, and enjoys one of the highest GDP per capitas in the world. Economy is mostly based on tourism and its offshoot - gambling, located in many of the resort towns that dot the major eight islands. Also important are trout farming, which is based on the main island, and furniture restoration, which revolves around the cities.
History
Early History
The Melanesian Islands were first inhabited around 200 BC by tribal groups of Solomonese descent. These early islanders were, for the most part, left alone for nearly two millenia. Then, during the Carterian Renaissance, the Islands became a haven for for political exiles from all parts of Carteria. Aristocrats and intellectuals from Hammer2026, Mindus and Holyboy and the 666s, among others came to the Islands and helped create the intelligent, opulent society there today.
Suzerainty
Uzbekistan and Solomon leased the islands for 500 years in the early 19th century, for the price of 10 000 principos a year, an ungodly sum of money then. Now, the Islands are an autonomous nation, and Uzbekistan and Solomon manages their most important political affairs.
Recent History
After the Renaissance, immigration into The Melanesian Islands was restricted, but millions of immigrants still pour into the islands annualy, creating dynamic new cities and expanding existing ones. After the disastrous "suburban experiments" of the 1950s, the government hired a full-time team of city planners to efficiently manage the growth of metropolitan centres. Melanesian cities are now the envy of much of the world, for their ingenious architecture, transit infrasturcture and land distribution.
Looking Ahead
As the 21st century dawns in The Melanesian Islands, islanders, immigrants and natives alike, prepare to face the challenges the future holds, and are ready to overcome obstacles in the traditional, steadfast way.
Geography
The Melanesian Islands are made up of eight inhabited islands and hundreds of tiny, uninhabitable shoals and atolls off the coast of Carteria. The main island is Great Melanesian Is., which is also the largest. Seven other islands are also important to the country, and all are connected by ferry service, as well as airplane service.
Government
The Protectorate of The Melanesian Islands is ruled as an autonomous nation within the Holy Empire of Uzbekistan and Solomon. The city of Fortuna Bay is the local centre of jurisdiction, while the courts and higher government offices are located in Tashmara, Uzbekistan and Solomon.
Diplomacy
While most diplomatic relationships are managed in Tashmara by Uzbekistan and Solomon, there are several consulates in Fortuna Bay, along Elm Street:
- Consulate of The Republic of Hammer2026: 14 Elm Street
- Consulate of The Confederacy of Gwan Chimone: 89 Elm Street
- Consulate of The United Socialist States of Holyboy and the 666s: 66 Elm Street
- Consulate of The United Socialist States of Mindus: 123 Elm Street
- Consulate of The Democratic Republic of Sapphire Coast: 82 Elm Street
Treaties
Party to the Carterian Pact.
Life
Citizens of The Melanesian Islands enjoy a very high quality of life, and have acess to a variety of domestic and international goods and services. The Islands' major airport, numerous regional airports and ship ports aid in the free flow of goods in and out of the country. Free market mentality is more widespread here than in the suzerain, Uzbekistan and Solomon.
Citizens also have very extensive civil and political rights, sometimes reaching excessive levels. This proves that the Protectorate still keeps a very different identity from its suzerain, who lead a less libertarian lifestyle.