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| conventional_long_name = The Federal Republic of Equatannia
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'''The Federal Republic of Equatannia''', commonly referred to as '''Equatannia''' (/.ɛkwə'tɒnjə/), is a unitary constitutional presidential republic known for its stunning environment, compassionate citizens, and stringent health and safety legislation.
Equatannia's geopolitical borders make up the Starr Peninsula, nearly bordering [[Durakia]] to the north, and eight small islands to the south. The nation's capital and most populous city is Equaa (/i:kwʌ/), situated on the eastern side of Equity Bay. Equatannia is currently governed by three regional boards under the direct rule of the federal government: Greater Equatannia, The Federal District of Equaa, and The Isles. Equatannia has an area of
The two most populous districts that make up the portion of modern Equatannia on the Starr Peninsula, Greater Equatannia and the Federal District, were once separate sovereign entities with the Chiefdom of Equaa to the south and six established independent villages in the north. The nations never exhibited political conflict or hostility with one another and eventually came to the agreement to unite as one sovereign state in 1927. This resolution was forged over the course of several years now known as The Internal Ambition by a committee formed of ambassadors from both nations. After a period of influence throughout the late 1920s and the approval of a referendum passed by the native inhabitants in 1933, the sparsely populated Isles situated south of the Starr Peninsula were annexed into the Chiefdom as the third governmental region. The modern Constitution was ratified by The People's Assembly on December 5, 1936 after being proposed by Cristofer Benyne, the second Speaker of the People.
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==== The Gulland Presidency and Assassination ====
[[File:Nuuvari aerial.jpg|alt=|thumb|Aerial view of downtown
President Banjohn was the first President to lose a reelection campaign after conceding to her Federal Party opponent Jermine Gulland in the 1976 elections. Fifth President Gulland riddled his campaign with brutal attacks on Banjohn regarding her lack of immediate response to the Feebelsta Primary School shooting and her lack of action toward various far-left extremist groups that had begun recruiting in Equatannia's poorer neighborhoods. Banjohn was alloted the Vice President slot regardless of Gulland's attacks due to her second-place finish in the general election. President Gulland launched campaigns of non-violent attacks on the extremist groups throughout the late 1970s, which greatly affected their recruitment efforts and political influence. He then halted the federal buyback program of assault weapons after pressure from various Cabinet members that were "personal-defense advocates."
On December 9, 1980, a man claiming to be a member of the nationalist group Freetania used an illegal sniper rifle to assassinate President Gulland during a public appearance in
==== The Tengrin Presidency ====
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President Roswuud was reelected for her third term in 2016 with 88% of the vote among citizens after running on the slogan, "It's Time!" This slogan pertained to her idea to finally reopen Equatannia to federal foreign affairs by 2020, which would be at the end of her term. Representative Jon Furrbanks caused a national political upset after narrowly defeating Vice President Mitch Lorraine in the general election, making Furrbanks assume the role of Vice President in early 2017. Later that year, Roswuud finished constructing and employing the departments she had began planning seven years prior and deemed them ready for work. The Foreign Affairs Committee formally proposed The Federal Reveal Act (FERA) to both chambers of Congress on May 3, 2018, which then lead to over a year and a half of debate, filibuster, discussion, and planning among Representatives, Chancellors, and the Administration of President Roswuud. On November 20, 2019, Speaker Dot Bungi announced that he would be calling for a formal vote in a month's time as The Regional had reached an agreement to approve the resolution in July earlier that year. On the morning of December 21, 2019, Speaker Bungi called for a formal vote on FERA. Representatives approved the resolution with 73% for the approval of the act, and President Melinde Roswuud signed FERA into law only three hours later from the Executive Office in Equaa. The following day, the federal government sent multiple phone calls and emails informing the international community of their return to foreign diplomacy. The state of Equatannia had finally reached true social, political, and economic stability for the first time since its founding.
Equatannia has since endorsed various nations of Urth and has also established embassies within surrounding countries. The Equatannian economy has quickly flourished due to open international trade, as the produce native to a Mediterranean climate is unique to the area. President Roswuud has begun working toward improved international relations, despite the Arkian Civil War occurring just north of the nation. Equatannia has retained its neutral position in all external conflict, but some speculate that will soon change with President Roswuud's instruction. She faces her fourth election later this year, and has yet to announce any plans to resign to new candidates. <br />
Equatannia joined The League of Novaris in June of 2020, marking the first diplomatic union Equatannia has joined since its founding in 1936.
== Geography ==
Equatannia has an area of [], which makes Equatannia one of the smallest nations on Urth by area. It is roughly the same size as the nations [] and []. Mount Friedenliebe is the nation's tallest peak and is located north-east of central Equaa. Equatannia is located on the island of Irnac, which is a part of the Novaris continent. The nation is located on the eastern side of the North Pacific Ocean and borders the Irnak Strait further east.
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=== Government ===
Equatannia is a constitutional presidential republic, with direct representation in the executive and legislative branches of government. The executive branch is made up of the President, Vice President, and Cabinet of Ministers. The legislative branch is made up of the nation's Congress, which has two assemblies: The People's Assembly and The Regional. The People's Assembly holds seats for 150 Representatives that are elected in four-year terms, while The Regional only has three seats, one for each government region. The judicial branch of government is headed by The Supreme Court of Equatannia and is enforced through six separate lower federal courts throughout the nation. The Equatannian Constitution is a culmination of processes and departments formed by ''The Internal Ambition'', multiple President's actions, and the first two pieces of legislation passed by The People's Assembly
* '''Head of State'''
** President Melinde Roswuud, since January 1, 2008
* '''Federal Government Officials'''
** Vice President Jon Furrbanks, since January 1, 2017
** Speaker of the People Janice Smitte, since February 18, 2013
** Chief Justice Phillip Bradli, since October 6, 2016
*'''Regional Chancellors'''
**Equaa - Yvette Branour, since January 1, 2017
**Greater Equatannia - Gordun Hall, since January 1, 2008
**The Isles - Fiona Kelline, since January 1, 2017
Equatannia is incredibly federalized, with regional governments only tasked with approving and enforcing the federal law. Regional assemblies do not formally exist, as no regional legislation would be viewed as legitimate legislation by the federal government. Multiple villages in the northern plains retain more autonomy than other communities in the nation, but are still forced to abide by federal laws regarding every category of issue except trade. Government elections are held on the Federal Holiday of every fourth year, December 5.
=== Human Rights ===
Equatannia has records of some of the best human rights attitudes on Urth. Prejudice and discrimination is claimed to be nearly extinct in the nation and only resides in very few remote communities. Federal laws prohibit all forms of hate-intent discrimination, and personal prejudice is explicitly stated to be outlawed in the constitution. This allows for all-male and all-female organizations to exist due to the varying causes they are activists for and also allows for Dwarven and Ursine-based colleges and universities to hold onto those traditions, while also disallowing the intent of discrimination based on hatred or prejudice toward another group. Many cities contain bars and venues marketed towards LGBT or differing ethnic consumers, but all people are still welcome in the environment. Many Equatannians still have family that were alive to hear the original refugee's stories of war and hardship, which has cultivated a national culture of empathy and kindness towards all peoples.[[File:Geo regions 2.jpg|left|thumb|465x465px|Equatannia's Government Regions, 2020]]
=== Administrative Divisions ===
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* '''Region Capitals'''
** Federal District of Equaa - Equaa▼
** The Isles - Canora▼
As of March 2020, there is a very strong case being submitted by the city government of Freebelsta to The Supreme Court of Equatannia for review on if the city should be established as a separate fourth government region outside of Greater Equatannia. The Supreme Court plans to announce their decision before the new year.
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== Culture Trivia ==
[[File:Bars.jpg|left|thumb|Popular bar street, downtown Equaa, 2019]]
[[File:Equaa food.jpg|thumb|Common Equatannian cuisine]]
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* The Equatannian dialect of Codex formed over the course of several years and is a result of citizens attempting to blend their native tongues with Codex and Staynish.
* The common salutation in Equatannia is "Bless!" which comes from the nation's motto, ''Blessings in Peace and Love'', and is used in greeting and departure.
* Equatannian cuisine is a blend of various native foods with immigrated recipes from all continents of Urth.
* Weekends usually bring much life to the outdoors during the day and venues after dark as many citizens live by the "work hard, play hard" attitude.
*Equatannians welcome visitors and one another with open arms and joyous occasion. Many feel humbled that foreigners are compelled to visit.
* The original families of Equaa still inhabit separate blocks of land throughout the land and are viewed as influential social celebrities instead of political figureheads. They often work with charitable organizations.
* There is a statue of every President of Equatannia in the center block of downtown Equaa, right in front of the Executive Office and Executive Park.
* Since 1964, every Speaker of the People has made an attempt at Presidential election in at least one election cycle during their term.
* Many pubs and bars in Equatannia also serve legal cannabis along with their alcoholic beverages, as the consumption is as common as nicotine use in other nations despite drug abuse cases remaining incredibly low.
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* Personal biases and prejudices are actively combated with education and awareness toward Equatannia's civil minorities.
* Online gaming is a huge internal revenue producer as millions of citizens tune in to national championships of multiple gaming circuits throughout the year. Some consider it the national sport.
* The beach waters of the Isles and Equaa are surprisingly warm due to currents in the area, leading to much tourism to the area from Equatannians and foreigners alike.
* Education and healthcare workers are regarded as the backbone of the Equatannian society and citizens hold them to high regard.
* The Federal Holiday on December 5 of each year gives every Equatannian a day off of work as every citizen is given a timeslot they are able to vote within. This day is also celebrated as the day of Equatannian's founding to much festivity.
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