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==Economy ==
==Economy ==
[[File:Izumrud.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Izumrud is a major shipping port of Volkia.]]
[[File:Korona Symbol.png|thumb|right|210x210px|The [[Volkian korona|korona]] (Ӄ) is the official currency of Volkia.]]
Volkia has a {{wp|mixed economy}}, which has resulted in a prosperous capitalist {{wp|welfare state}} with a combination of {{wp|free market}} activity and large state ownership in certain key sectors. This was influenced first by liberal and socialist governments in the early 1930s and fully implemented by [[Social Democratic Union|Social Democratic administrations]] starting in 1973. Public healthcare is free and parents receive 40 weeks of paid parental leave. Volkia also guarantees its workers a minimum of 32 days paid vacation (20 paid days off, 12 public holidays). The unemployment rate is 3.4%, with 66% of the population aged 15-74 employed. Nearly 8% of the population aged 18-66 receives a disability pension and 25% of the labor force are employed by the government. The vast majority of workers are unionized, totaling nearly 70% of the labor force in 2018.
Volkia has a {{wp|mixed economy}}, which has resulted in a prosperous capitalist {{wp|welfare state}} with a combination of {{wp|free market}} activity and large state ownership in certain key sectors. This was influenced first by liberal and socialist governments in the late 1920-30s and fully implemented by [[Social Democratic Union|Social Democratic administrations]] starting in 1973. Public healthcare is free and parents receive 40 weeks of paid parental leave. Volkia also guarantees its workers a minimum of 30 days paid vacation (20 paid days off, 10 public holidays). The unemployment rate is 3.4%, with 66% of the population aged 15-74 employed. Nearly 8% of the population aged 18-65 receives a disability pension and 25% of the labor force are employed by the government. The vast majority of workers are unionized, totaling nearly 73% of the labor force in 2020.
[[File:Korona Symbol.png|thumb|right|120px|The [[Volkian korona|Korona]] (Ӄ) is the official currency of Volkia.]]
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The wage difference between the lowest paid worker and the CEO of most companies has been kept relatively low compared to other industrialized economies due to Volkian society's {{wp|egalitarian}} values.


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The wage difference between the lowest paid worker and the CEO of most companies has been kept relatively low compared to other industrialized economies due to Volkian society's {{wp|egalitarian}} values.
Volkia has a highly skilled {{wp|workforce}}, low levels of {{wp|corruption}}, and a relatively high level of innovation. The service sector contributes approximately 68% of the total GDP, industry 30.5%, tourism 1.8%, and agriculture 1.5% as of 2019. Volkia holds significant {{wp|timber}}, mineral ({{wp|iron}}, {{wp|chromium}}, {{wp|copper}}, {{wp|nickel}}, and {{wp|gold}}), and freshwater resources. Forestry, paper factories, agriculture, and mines are important for rural residents and the national economy. The [[Greater Volkgoroda]] area generates more than a quarter of Volkia's GDP.


The state maintains large ownership positions in key industries such as the forestry sector ([[Kirishi Group]]), mining sector ([[Vyska Group]]), hydroelectric energy ([[Volkiya Hydro]]), natural gas sector ([[VorkutaGas]]), Volkia's largest bank ([[Volkia Union Bank|VSB]]), and the largest telecommunications provider ([[Volktel]]). The government controls roughly 25% of the stock values at the Volkgoroda Stock Exchange through these large companies. When non-listed companies are included, the state has an even higher share in ownership. Volkia is a major shipping nation and controls a sizable {{wp|merchant fleet}}, with over 1,600 Volkian owned vessels.
Volkia has a highly skilled {{wp|workforce}}, low levels of {{wp|corruption}}, and a relatively high level of innovation. The service sector contributes approximately 68% of the total GDP, industry 30.5%, tourism 1.8%, and agriculture 1.5% as of 2019. Volkia holds significant {{wp|timber}}, mineral ({{wp|iron}}, {{wp|chromium}}, {{wp|copper}}, {{wp|nickel}}, and {{wp|gold}}), and freshwater resources. Forestry, paper factories, agriculture, and mines are important for rural residents and the national economy. The [[Greater Volkgoroda]] area generates more than a quarter of Volkia's GDP. [[File:Izumrud.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Izumrud is a major shipping port of Volkia.]]The state maintains large ownership positions in key industries such as the forestry sector ([[Kirishi Group]]), mining sector ([[Vyska Group]]), hydroelectric energy ([[Volkiya Hydro]]), natural gas sector ([[VorkutaGas]]), Volkia's largest bank ([[Volkia Union Bank|VSB]]), and the largest telecommunications provider ([[Volktel]]). The government controls roughly 25% of the stock values at the Volkgoroda Stock Exchange through these large companies. When non-listed companies are included, the state has an even higher share in ownership. Volkia is a major shipping nation and controls a sizable {{wp|merchant fleet}}, with over 1,600 Volkian owned vessels.


Around 91% have a mobile phone and 88.4% have internet connection in their home. Cities and towns are encouraged to build their own broadband networks with technical and financial assistance from the federal government and Volktel.
Around 91% have a mobile phone and 88.4% have internet connection in their home. Cities and towns are encouraged to build their own broadband networks with technical and financial assistance from the federal government and Volktel.
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=== Tourism ===
=== Tourism ===
[[File:Aurora in northern Volkia.jpg|thumb|212x212px|right|Auroras attract tens of thousands of visitors to northern Volkia every year.]]
[[File:Aurora in northern Volkia.jpg|thumb|169x169px|right|Auroras attract tens of thousands of visitors to northern Volkia every year.]]
Tourism in Volkia grossed $78.5 billion in 2018 with an increase of 4% from the previous year. Of this, $19.9 billion (41%) came from foreign tourism. In 2018 there were 21.8 million overnight stays of domestic tourists and 12.7 million stays of foreign tourists. Much of the growth can be attributed to increasing globalization of the country and increasing awareness. Yasteria is still the largest market for foreign tourists, though the biggest growth came from [[Borea]] and [[Aurora]]. Tourism contributes roughly 1.8% to Volkia's GDP.
Tourism in Volkia grossed $78.5 billion in 2018 with an increase of 4% from the previous year. Of this, $19.9 billion (41%) came from foreign tourism. In 2018 there were 21.8 million overnight stays of domestic tourists and 12.7 million stays of foreign tourists. Much of the growth can be attributed to increasing globalization of the country and increasing awareness. Yasteria is still the largest market for foreign tourists, though the biggest growth came from [[Borea]] and [[Aurora]]. Tourism contributes roughly 1.8% to Volkia's GDP.
[[File:Petrenko Theater.jpg|left|thumb|200x200px|The Petrenko Theater, located in [[Volkgoroda]].]]
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Tourist attractions in Volkia include the natural landscape found throughout the country as well as urban attractions. Volkia is covered with thick pine and conifer forests, hills, and lakes. Mountains are present in the eastern areas of the country. There are 35 [[List of national parks of Volkia|national parks]] present throughout Volkia from [[Shimanovsk Oblast|Shimanovsk Oblast's]] shores on the [[Gulf of Itur]] to [[Kurilsk Territory|Kurilsk Territory's]] frozen tundra in the north. Outdoor activities include skiing, snowboarding, golf, yachting, lake cruises, hiking, kayaking, among others. Bird-watching is a favorite of those fond of avifauna, though hunting and fishing are also widely popular. Moose, hare, and deer are common game while trout, pike, and perch are common freshwater game fish. Cod, salmon, and flounder are common saltwater game fish.


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Volkia's urban areas also host numerous cultural events and activities. Volkgoroda's tourist attractions include the Eternal Forest Temple, the Petrenko Theater, and the Volkian Museum of HIstory. [[Sretensk]] in [[Lopatino Oblast]] hosts the annual Sretensk Folk Festival, and the old towns of [[Kursavka]], [[Georgiyevsk]], and [[Okha]] attract thousands of visitors.
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Tourist attractions in Volkia include the natural landscape found throughout the country as well as urban attractions. Volkia is covered with thick pine and conifer forests, hills, and lakes. Mountains are present in the northern reaches of the country. There are 35 [[List of national parks of Volkia|national parks]] present throughout Volkia from [[Shimanovsk Oblast|Shimanovsk Oblast's]] shores on the [[Gulf of Itur]] to [[Kurilsk Oblast|Kurilsk Oblast's]] frozen tundra in the north. Outdoor activities include skiing, snowboarding, golf, yachting, lake cruises, hiking, kayaking, among others. Bird-watching is a favorite of those fond of avifauna, though hunting and fishing are also widely popular. Moose, hare, and deer are common game while trout, pike, and perch are common freshwater game fish. Cod, salmon, and flounder are common saltwater game fish.

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Volkia's urban areas also host numerous cultural events and activities. Volkgoroda's tourist attractions include the [[Forest Temple]], the Petrenko Theater, and the Volkian Museum of HIstory. [[Sretensk]] in [[Lopatino Oblast]] hosts the annual Sretensk Folk Festival, and the old towns of [[Kursavka]], [[Georgiyevsk]], and [[Okha]] attract thousands of visitors.


== Demographics==
== Demographics==
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===Population ===
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''Main article: [[List of cities in Volkia]]''


According to the 2020 National Census the total population of Volkia is 80,641,743. The population density in 2020 was estimated to be 149.5/sq mi (57.74/km2). Volkia's population has an average age of 39.8. The 2020 National Census revealed that 22.51% of the country's population lives in one of the top 20 largest cities.
According to the 2020 National Census the total population of Volkia is 80,641,743. The population density in 2020 was estimated to be 149.5/sq mi (57.74/km2). Volkia's population has an average age of 39.8. The 2020 National Census revealed that 22.51% of the country's population lives in one of the top 20 largest cities.
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===Family structure===
===Family structure===
The traditional family structure in Volkia would typically consist of a family support system involving two married individuals providing care and stability for their biological offspring, usually with the assistance of the extended family. The extended family, consisting of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, will typically live in their own residences, but remain close with one another and will assist in raising the children of the family. This has become less prevalent, but remains the primary family structure in Volkia. Nontraditional family forms have grown more common, and include same-sex couples who choose to raise children.
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As of 2020, 57% of Volkian citizens were married, 7% were widowed, 11% were divorced, and 25% had never been married. Women mostly work outside of the home and earn a majority of bachelor's degrees.

Same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide in 2002, though same-sex civil unions with the same rights as traditional marriage had been performed since 1987. Same-sex marriages today have the exact same rights as heterosexual couples, and same-sex couples are also allowed to adopt with the same requirements as heterosexual couples. According to the 2020 National Census, there are approximately 700,000 same-sex married couples in Volkia, according to the 2020 National Census.

Traditionally women were considered "homemakers" and thus did not often work outside of the home. As laws were passed granting women more rights, such as the right to vote, as well as equal pay legislation, more and more women began working outside the home and challenging the traditional gender roles. Today, the majority of women work outside the home and also earn a majority of bachelor's degrees. Additionally, the Legal Abortion Act of 1982 cemented women's right to choose in Volkian federal law after years of court challenges. Since legalization the abortion rate has continued to decline, with about 120 abortions per 1,000 live births in 2020.


The teen pregnancy rate is 14 per 1,000 women. Abortion has been legal with little restriction since the passage of The Legal Abortion Act in 1982. Since legalization the abortion rate has continued to decline, the ratio being 126 abortions per 1,000 live births in 2020. In 2020, the average age at first birth was 25 and 39.2% of births were to unmarried women.
The teen pregnancy rate is 14 per 1,000 women. In 2020, the average age at first birth was 27 and 39.2% of births were to unmarried women. The total fertility rate (TFR) was estimated for 2020 to be at about 2.03 births per woman.


Divorce is legal in Volkia and is accepted by the majority religion, Lunarism, as well. Previously there was a stigma around divorce prior to the 1990s, however this has decreased significantly in recent years with the acceptance of divorce by the Lunarist Church. Polygamy is illegal throughout the country.
The total fertility rate (TFR) was estimated for 2020 at 2.24 births per woman. Adoption in Volkia is common and relatively easy from a legal point of view. Same-sex marriage has been legal nationwide since 1987 and same-sex couples receive the same rights as heterosexual couples. It is legal for same-sex couples to adopt.


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As of 2020, 57% of Volkian citizens were married, 7% were widowed, 11% were divorced, and 25% had never been married.
Polygamy is illegal throughout the country.


===Language===
===Language===
''See also: [[Volkian language]]'' [[File:Volkian language.png|thumb|300x300px|[[Volkian language|Volkian]] is the national and official language.]]
[[File:Volkian language.png|thumb|300x300px|[[Volkian language|Volkian]] is the national and official language.]]''See also: [[Volkian language]]''


According to the constitution the official language of Volkia is [[Volkian language|Volkian]]. Roughly 79.3 million, or 98.5% of the population aged five years and older, spoke only Volkian at home in 2020. While Volkian is by far the dominant language in the country, Volkians are becoming increasingly multilingual due to globalization. Roughly 57% of Volkian citizens claim to be able to communicate at least one foreign language, while 23% claimed to be competent in at least two. The learning of Volkian is a requirement to become a naturalized citizen.
According to the constitution the official language of Volkia is [[Volkian language|Volkian]]. Roughly 79.3 million, or 98.5% of the population aged five years and older, spoke only Volkian at home in 2020. While Volkian is by far the dominant language in the country, Volkians are becoming increasingly multilingual due to globalization. Roughly 57% of Volkian citizens claim to be able to communicate at least one foreign language, while 23% claimed to be competent in at least two. The learning of Volkian is a requirement to become a naturalized citizen.
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