Rijykas (Pacifica)
the Roug Republik over Rijykas â Reskipubbliki-Roug êçosi Rijyk | |
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Motto: "Dare, Dream, Desire." | |
Anthem: ["Rijk National Anthem"] | |
 Map of the six prefectural republics (with names). | |
 Map of the six prefectural republics (without names). | |
| Capital | Uval |
| Largest city | Mys Galfport |
| Official languages | Rijyki |
| Ethnic groups (2022) | Rijk Peoples (90%) , Dacians (6%) , TSPians (2%) , Other (1%) |
| Demonym(s) | Rijk, Rijks |
| Government | Parliamentary Presidential Revolutionary Republic |
| Aitkin Luthor | |
| Legislature | Rijk Legislature |
| Grande Treize | |
| House of Representatives | |
| Population | |
• 2022 estimate | 4,016,085 (132) |
• 2022 census | 4,016,085 |
• Density | 295.63/km2 (765.7/sq mi) (48) |
| GDP (PPP) | 2022 estimate |
• Total | 442,079,200,000 USD (51) |
• Per capita | 110,077.15 USD (1) |
| GDP (nominal) | 2022 estimate |
• Total | 724,720,000,000 USD (22) |
• Per capita | 180,454.36 USD (1) |
| Gini (2022) | 2.89 low · 1 |
| HDI (2022) |  .926very high · 17 |
| Currency | Uuras (Ў) |
| Time zone | UTC+2:00 (Uval Coordinated Time) |
| Date format | yyyy.mm.dd |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +66 |
| World Forum Code | XR / XRJ |
| Internet TLD | .xrj |
the Roug Republik over Rijykas, or simply "Uvalor", "Rijkas", or "the Rijk State", is an island confederation of six republics located in The South Pacific. With a population of around 4.02 million people, the Rijk state is somewhat crowded for it's size. The largest and most important city to the country is Uval, hence where it got it's name. Uval is the country's capital, and the 2020s incorporation of Norreykpolder (formerly Nor'rijkpolder) is under Rijk control. The port of Uval is one of largest trading hubs.
The country is famous for it's golden beaches and it's shear amount of islands (approximately 19,875!). On average, the temperature of the country can get to 0°C for most of the year, and on occasion can get up to 10°C. The Rijk State is a very young nation, only being created and gaining independence in 2002. For almost six centuries, the country was an autonomous province of New Dacia (Pacifica). That was until 2001, when a referendum was held in the region, deciding on whether it should be independent or remain an autonomous region of New Dacia (Pacifica). In an overwhelming change, 91% of the population voted in favor of independence. New Dacia (Pacifica) recognized the new nations and deemed their referendum valid. And thus, the six republics of Yugoalizstokiyy, Tsentral, Zapad, Norreykpolder, Riyiki, and Leykerden were created. The next year, the six republics formed a political union, and soon a full-fledged merge which birthed the Rijykiroug and Rijykas (Pacifica). The Rijk State carries right-leaning libertarianism, with policies such as a drug ban, divorce ban, same-sex marriage, a climate treaty, and a smoking prohibition.
History
In the late 14th century, Paltorina, a medieval civilization, invaded much of the mainland rivershed and Rijkas Offshore Archipelago. During this time, slavery was enforced as the country had a massive cotton monopoly. Eventually, Paltorina evolved into the Empire of New Dacia (Pacifica). For almost 4 centuries, the cotton industry would thrive, until a massive flood in the 18th century devastated the cotton fields. As a result, the empire began to rapidly decline, as slave revolts and independence movements began to pop up. Within years, the empire had abandoned all of it's colonies in favor of domestic expansion. The only region not to leave was Rijkas. For two more centuries, Rijkas would server many purposes to New Dacia (Pacifica), and even served as the "Final Stronghold", where King Michael was forced into refuge there, after a communist revolt came and went. Two decades later, the six republics making up Rijkas declared their independence in 2001. Rijkas was soon created by five of the six republics 2002, after a valid referendum was passed. In 2020, they annexed Norreykpolder, the 6th and final republic.
Geography
Government
The Rijk State is a presidential, revolutionary republic. The country is regarded as one of the more democratic and free countries in The South Pacific.
The reigning president of the country is Aitkin Luthor. As stated by the Magna Carta, the president is not above the law, and the chancellor in limited in terms of political power
The executive power in the Rijk State is invested in the President, with very limited going to the parliament, the Grande Treize. The cabinet is usually consisted of 13 head members. The head of government is the President of the Rijykiroug, and he/she is the highest of ranks, having the ability to rule out laws and policies proposed by Parliament.
Additionally, there is a Vice President who takes control of political and government duties in the absence of the President.
In the case of an assassination attempt, whether successful or failed, the Vice President will take control of political and government duties for the time. If the assassination was successful, then the Vice President will inherit the late-President’s role and remainder of their term until the next election decides if they stay or not.
As of September 3, 2022, the Vice President is Ândresz Vilakarqov.
Military
The Rijks hold an overall strong military presence for their size. Several generals rule over certain legions of the armed forces. The Rijk Armed Forces enforces around 155,000 thousand total troops, with 90,000 active duty soldiers and 65,000 in reserves.
The military is composed of four legions
- Rijk Armed Forces, (RAF), the Rijk Armed Forces defends the nation.
- Rijk Liberation Admirality, (RLA), the Rijk Liberation Admirality defend the nation's waters.
- Rijk Defensive Code, (RDC), the Rijk Defensive Code enforces a defensive law during military conflict.
- Rijk National Police, (RNP), the tasks can include regular and local duties, military police, and border control.
Economy
The Rijk State has an extremely prosperous economy. Since the late 20th century, science and technology products have led the nation's economy, along with agriculture in Norreykpolder. Other major industries include tourism, book publishing, retail, insurance, etc. The country is one of the leading trade countries in The South Pacific. The port of Uval, in fact, receives on average more ships than other powerful countries like Somurias and Nivosea.
Agriculture
The Rijk agricultural sector is highly mechanised, employing around 8% of the Rijk labour, but produces nearly 95% of all agricultural goods shipped and exported to other countries. Uvalor is known for it's spices, lychees, oranges, and it's rather famous "saprus" fruit.
Electricity
The Rijk Electric Output, as by an international climate treaty, is obliged to halt all uses of fossil fuels. Despite it's nuclear efficiency, about 88% of the nation is run by Hydroelectricity. This is mainly because of it's massive dam in the Okster Canal. Additionally, about 18% of the nation runs on Nuclear Power, and the remaining 2% is produced by the Far East Wind Farm, an off-shore windfarm on the easternmost islands of Norreykpolder.
Demographics
Languages
The official language of the country is the native Rijyki language.
Ethnic Makeup
In the recent census, Uvalor's population is approximately 90% Rijk, 6% Dacian, 2% TSPian, and 1% other races from across NationStates.
Religion
The country is religiously free, but the country does have a national faith. This said religion is headed under the Church of the Rijks, which about 64% of the Rijk population follow, about 28% are other religions followed in the TSP, 6% follow Dacian Orthodoxy, and the remaining 2% are atheists and non-religious people.
Education
Rijk Education is compulsory between the ages of 5 and 17, and partially compulsory between the ages of 18 and 19. All children in the country usually attend Grade I through IV Education from (on average) ages 5 to 15. It comprises of twelve years, split three years for each grade. Grade V is a special grade level for 18 and 19 year olds, taking this course grade can provide future benefits. An estimated 98.8% of the Rijk State is literate. The major centers of higher education are the University of Uval, Rijk National University, and the Manscerhart.
Culture
Art, astronomy, literature
Music
Film and television
Sports
In Uvalor, about 95% of the population participate in sports weekly. Ice Hockey is the most popular participant sport in Uvalor, followed by football (soccer) and handball. While tennis, gymnastics, and golf are the top three most widely engaged individual sports.
Cuisine
The cuisine of Uvalor has been shaped by the practices of fishing and farming in Uvalor. The Rijk diet is relatively high in calcium and protein, yet it is rather simple, containing many dairy and meat products. Breakfast typically consists of cheese or egg waffles topped with Saprus Sauce and lychee. Traditionally dinner in Uvalor consists of saprus-seasoned steak with spices and a glass of wine (or a soft drink).
The northern province of Norreykpolder is renowned for its many rich lychees, pastries, cakes, stews, and crackers. Uvalor is world-famous for saprus punch, lychee punch, fresh sodas, and waffles. Some of the most-important saprus producers include: Stellar, Goosebry, Kuiper, and Nautical. Uvalor produces over 1200 varieties of saprus punch. Pastermeer is the biggest producer in The South Pacific by volume.