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'''''Main article:''''' ''[[Emperor of Polynesia]]'' |
'''''Main article:''''' ''[[Emperor of Polynesia]]'' |
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[[File:Oahoanu.jpeg|thumb|His Serene Majesty, Emperor [[Oahoanu]] succeeded his father Emperor Ehe in 2016.]] |
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The head of state, nominal head of government and commander-in-chief of the armed forces is the '''Emperor of Polynesia'''. In the Oan language, his title is ''Rangitanga-a-te-Moana'' which directly translates to Ruler of the Sea. He is referred to by the style of His Serene Majesty. The position originates in Mauist legend which holds that Ahua the Great, the first Emperor and founder of the Royal House of Ahua, was divinely empowered by the deity Maui to rule the Oan Isles and unite the Pacific Island people’s. This has been used throughout history to justify the expansionism of the Oan people. While the Emperor is not required to be religious, Mauist religious traditions and spiritual leaders play a large role in the Imperial Court. |
The head of state, nominal head of government and commander-in-chief of the armed forces is the '''Emperor of Polynesia'''. In the Oan language, his title is ''Rangitanga-a-te-Moana'' which directly translates to Ruler of the Sea. He is referred to by the style of His Serene Majesty. The position originates in Mauist legend which holds that Ahua the Great, the first Emperor and founder of the Royal House of Ahua, was divinely empowered by the deity Maui to rule the Oan Isles and unite the Pacific Island people’s. This has been used throughout history to justify the expansionism of the Oan people. While the Emperor is not required to be religious, Mauist religious traditions and spiritual leaders play a large role in the Imperial Court. |
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Succession has changed throughout history, but according to the current law, the Crown passes down through absolute primogeniture, meaning direct descendants of the reigning Emperor inherit the throne in order of age regardless of sex. The reigning Emperor is Oahoanu, who inherited the throne from his father, Emperor Ehe. The heir to the throne is called the Crown Prince, currently His Royal Highness, Moana. The reign of the Emperor ends when he dies, is declared permanently incapacitated or abdicates. The Emperor can be required to abdicate if the Supreme Court finds him guilty of treason and other high crimes. Nevertheless, the Emperor cannot be compelled to appear in court or be arrested. |
Succession has changed throughout history, but according to the current law, the Crown passes down through absolute primogeniture, meaning direct descendants of the reigning Emperor inherit the throne in order of age regardless of sex. The reigning Emperor is Oahoanu, who inherited the throne from his father, Emperor Ehe. The heir to the throne is called the Crown Prince, currently His Royal Highness, Moana. The reign of the Emperor ends when he dies, is declared permanently incapacitated or abdicates. The Emperor can be required to abdicate if the Supreme Court finds him guilty of treason and other high crimes. Nevertheless, the Emperor cannot be compelled to appear in court or be arrested. |
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The Emperor wields numerous powers vested in the Crown of Polynesia such as appointing government ministers, promulgating laws, dissolving the Council of the People, declaring war, bestowing chieftaincies, receiving the accreditations of foreign ambassadors, conferring chivalric orders, granting pardons and signing treaties. Additionally the Emperor appears on stamps, coins and notes. The powers of the Emperor, while nominally vast, are constrained by democratic traditions. In weekly meetings, the Emperor consults with the Prime Minister on state affairs and seeks his counsel on the exercise of imperial powers. The exercise of these powers has proven controversial for instance during the Second Auroran Imperial War when Oahoanu and Ehe played a large role in the crisis. |
The Emperor wields numerous powers vested in the Crown of Polynesia such as appointing government ministers, promulgating laws, dissolving the Council of the People, declaring war, bestowing chieftaincies, receiving the accreditations of foreign ambassadors, conferring chivalric orders, granting pardons and signing treaties. Additionally the Emperor appears on stamps, coins and notes, Oaths of Office are sworn to the Emperor, the Emperor's birthday is a national holiday and the National Anthem is "Heaven bless the Emperor". The powers of the Emperor, while nominally vast, are constrained by democratic traditions. In weekly meetings, the Emperor consults with the Prime Minister on state affairs and seeks his counsel on the exercise of imperial powers. The exercise of these powers has proven controversial for instance during the Second Auroran Imperial War when Oahoanu and Ehe played a large role in the crisis. |
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== Executive== |
== Executive== |
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The Emperor is the nominal head of the executive branch. He appoints and heads the Council of Elders. The '''Council of Elders''' (''Tuhinga o Mua'') consists of eminent persons in society such as spiritual leaders, business people, activists and intellectuals. The Council of Elders counsels the Emperor on the exercise of Imperial powers and on matters within the remit of the Crown. The '''Council of Ministers''' (''Kaunihera o nga Minita'') is an autonomous sub structure of the Council of Elders which controls and directs the executive branch. |
The Emperor is the nominal head of the executive branch. He appoints and heads the Council of Elders. The '''Council of Elders''' (''Tuhinga o Mua'') consists of eminent persons in society such as spiritual leaders, business people, activists and intellectuals. The Council of Elders counsels the Emperor on the exercise of Imperial powers and on matters within the remit of the Crown. The '''Council of Ministers''' (''Kaunihera o nga Minita'') is an autonomous sub structure of the Council of Elders which controls and directs the executive branch. |
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[[File:Maui Uye-Ahua.jpg|thumb|Incumbent head of government, Prime Minister Maui Uye-Ahua who was appointed by the Emperor in 2017.]] |
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The Emperor has the power to appoint and dismiss the '''Prime Minister''' (''Pirimia'') and the '''Ministers of the Crown''' (''Nga Minita o te Karauna'') . If the Council of the People passes a motion of no-confidence in the Council of Ministers, the Prime Minister and the Ministers of the Crown are required to tender their resignations to the Emperor. The Prime Minister and the Ministers of the Crown comprise the Council of Ministers. The Prime Minister is the Chairperson of the Council of Ministers. He has the power to control and supervise the work of the executive branch and to advise the Emperor on the exercise of some Imperial powers. Each Minister heads an executive department and oversees an area of government policy. |
The Emperor has the power to appoint and dismiss the '''Prime Minister''' (''Pirimia'') and the '''Ministers of the Crown''' (''Nga Minita o te Karauna'') . If the Council of the People passes a motion of no-confidence in the Council of Ministers, the Prime Minister and the Ministers of the Crown are required to tender their resignations to the Emperor. The Prime Minister and the Ministers of the Crown comprise the Council of Ministers. The Prime Minister is the Chairperson of the Council of Ministers. He has the power to control and supervise the work of the executive branch and to advise the Emperor on the exercise of some Imperial powers. Each Minister heads an executive department and oversees an area of government policy. |
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