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Meet New Udonia's New Neighbor: New Shanti
Lots of stuff has happened over the past months, so let's not delay. The
People's Republic of Duilio declared independence in a record-breaking referendum, which New Udonia respected the results of. Duilio allied itself with the
Socialist Republic of Katashi and shifted borders in order to give Katashi the entire southern side of the Duilio peninsula. This meant that Duilio supported Katashi's annexation of
Shanti, the peaceful anarcho-demarchy on the southeastern corner of the contested peninsula.
New Udonia's Armed Forces mobilized in order to facilitate the mass migration of the Shanti to the Socorran border, an unprecedented logistical undertaking. The
Baron of Neta offered the Shanti people refuge on a large formerly uninhabited island (it only held the Baron's estate) under the jurisdiction of Neta. The Shanti people, those willing to travel, have completed their journey and currently reside in
New Shanti, the newest sovereign nation to appear in the hemisphere.
While Shanti didn't have an effective legal system, as it was an anarcho-demarchy, New Shanti has been established as a voluntaryist-community meaning that residents are legally bound to abide by the legislation. Anyone wishing to become a member of New Shanti has to sign a social contract, which details their rights and requirements from living in New Shanti.
The Guru of Shanti retired from his de facto position as the leader of the Shanti people. We secured a quote from him, as detailed below.
New Shanti is a new phase for the Shanti people. I have completed my mission on keeping the spirit of Shanti alive. I am retiring to focus on my spirituality and will not be actively participating in the direction of New Shanti, that is for the next generation of Shanti to pursue. The Shanti people and myself are forever grateful to the altruism demonstrated by the Baron of Neta. - Sudhir N. Gupta / The Guru of Shanti
New Udonia has committed to assisting New Shanti in its role as a sovereign nation.
Shanti Annexed by Katashi
The Socialist Republic of Katashi patiently waited for the last New Udonian forces to exit its planned borders before pushing forward to claim its reward. A few Shanti remained behind, hoping that Katashi would allow them to keep their way of life. New Udonia had cleared an airfield and left behind a
single transport plane with enough room in-case every remaining Shanti wished to back out. The Katashi refused to recognize Shanti's independence and claimed that they were all now citizens of Katashi.
About half of the remaining Shanti now decided to leave for New Shanti. New Udonia had communicated clear instructions to Katashi that if any Shanti individual wished to leave, Katashi must escort them to the edge of the airfield. Katashi complied, knowing well in full that New Udonia could have stopped their annexation if they wanted to, although both sides would suffer heavy casualties. Not a single person was reported to have died, although several injuries were reported due to melee clashes between overeager Katashi and New Udonian forces.
The People's Republic of Duilio has reportedly changed its national colors. While before their grey and crimson flag carried the emblem of a rose of socialism and a wreath, it has now been replaced with the fist of socialism and a wreath. Some of New Udonia's youth has begun the hashtag #EdgyDuilio, but it seems that Duilio's populace has taken offense, which has ignited social media drama. Duilio, you promised to give equally to everyone, so thank you for giving us all laughter.
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