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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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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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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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