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Atnaia
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Postby Atnaia » Fri Jan 01, 2016 10:56 am

01/01/16
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Port Gray, Atna, Atnaia


New Year, New Problems

Right of Inaction Invoked, Parliament Stalled


The New Year is not looking up for Parliament. Following an emergency session of the House of Nobles called by Lord Thomas Wessich following increasing violence in the tent city occupied by Asorist protestors and with pirate incursions closing in on Atnaian waters, the Prime Minister's Right of Inaction has been invoked for the first time in her terms as leader of the House of Commons.

Lord Wessich called for an emergency vote on his so-called "Stone Wall Act", a parliamentary bill that would expand privatization of both the police services of several major cities and of the Atnaian military, as well as giving sweeping powers to the House of Nobles regarding control of these organizations. This would effectively counter the Military Act of 1990, which gave the Prime Minister joint control of military operations with the Minister of Defense and the Prince, enabling House of Commons say in military operations.

The emergency vote passed at 135-61. However, for the first time in her time as Prime Minister, Courtney Lovesmythe invoked Right of Inaction, putting a 72-hour delay on the House of Nobles passage of the bill and forcing a second vote on January 4th. In the past, the Right of Inaction has frequently overturned votes in the House of Nobles, most famously following the attempt to pass laws limiting public congregation in the wake of the race riots following WWI.

The Stone Wall Act has been highly criticized by representatives of both the House of Commons and by local representatives of the Port Gray municipal government, not only for effectively eliminating common-say in the military, but also for turning over most policing efforts in the capital to Lord Wessich's own private security firm, Stone Wall Security Solutions and it's electronics and information partners in Bastion Industries.

It is unknown whether the use of the Right of Inaction will overturn the decision, considering the strong support Lord Wessich has garnered as a result of opposition to Prince James' acceptance of Henry Lucer as his Heir Apparent, and rumors of the elderly Prince's failing health.
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Postby Covonant » Sat Jan 02, 2016 11:07 am

January 2, 2016
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Coventry, Covonant


The Union ushers in the New Year with a Bang

It was much pomp and affair for many in the Union, as Covonantians said goodbye to 2015 and hello to 2016. Many government officials also took part in the celebrations. In the Prime Minister's address to the nation, Imperatus Marl urged many Covonantians to continue to uphold virtues of justice and peace, and to be more just and united to their fellow citizens. The President of the Union, Seneca Gauis also reiterated the views of the Prime Minister, but also stressed for the need for citizens to cooperate with the security forces to ensure that our internal security is maintained and crime is kept below an acceptable rate.

Throughout the Union, many citizens crowded their zonal capitals, towns, and major cities to celebrate with friends and families and strangers alike the ushering of the new year. In the capital, Coventry in the zone of Romast, millions of Covonantians lined the Triumphant Boulevards to see the fireworks displayed. When the sun came out, many were still in celebratory mode. The Marine Corp Military Band famously known as the Coldstream Guards Band, the oldest military band in the Union under the direct authority of the President, played military and ceremonial music on the grounds of the Presidential Palace. Many government officials, including the Prime Minister and the President attended a church service at the Church of Covonant to give homage for the country being strong and free going throughout another year. Highlights of the event will be displayed.

The Prime Minister announces plans for new industries

The Prime Minister of the Union of Covonant, Imperatus Marl, has announced plans for the establishment of a steel production plant to be built in the zone of Marlonicis on the Island of Senoica. The Prime Minister made the announcement in his annual New Years day message. The Prime Minister stressed the need for Covonantians to become more innovative in creating jobs to assist in improving the unemployment rate in the Union which currently stands at 2.62%. The Prime Minister also announced that a joint private-public sector partnership, will come together to create the countries first aerospace industry. The Prime Minister noted that with the creation of the Aerospace industry, it will allow for Covonantians the chance to explore beyond our planet and to provide more satellite data for environmental, cultural, and security purposes. Construction of the aerospace industry is expected to commence in the middle of 2017, but talks will commence throughout the rest of 2016.

Highlights from the Celebration of New Years throughout the Union

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Fireworks being displayed over the Tigranis river in The Capital Coventry

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Display being showcased in Gaslet, Senoica in the zone of Marlonicis

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Coldstream Guards, the military band of the Marine Corp performs military and ceremonial music outside of the Presidential Palace

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The Church of Covonant (Exterior) on New Years day, moments before the commencement of the New Years service

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Inside the Church of Covonant- The New Years service

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Postby New Aapelistan » Sun Jan 03, 2016 2:49 am

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3rd of January 2016
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Seatown, Northern Sadievi

Official Declaration of Independence for the Northern Sadievi


After the long annexation of our protectors from New Aapelistan, they have seen that Great-Imperialonia isn't a threat anymore. So, our protectors are doing what they promised to us, and are giving our independence back. Today, there is no Communistic Sadievi anymore, only the People's Republic of Northern Sadievi. 11th day of January, our great nation shall have it's government elections.

Glory to the Sadievi


3rd of January 2016
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Dovgorod, New Aapelistan

Official Recognizion of the People's Republic of Northern Sadievi


As our time as the protector of the Northern part of Sadievi, also known as ''Communistic Sadievi'' is over, we are giving them the independence we promised them. After negotiations with many important Sadievians, we recognize them as a independent state and declare an military alliance with them. Both sides will help each other as much as they can.

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Postby Bhikkustan » Sun Jan 03, 2016 12:40 pm

Sharko Federation wrote:31/12/2015
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Hengjiang Border Town, Sharko Federation


Stricter Security at the Sharkan-Bhikkustan Border


Zheng Liu, Minister of Admission, has announced that the Sharkan-Bhikkustan Border will now have improved and stricter security laws with the insertion of more ARMED border guards and has stated that the Ministry has spent money in investing on buying two surplus VT-1-II tanks, building border posts equipped with machine guns and four artillery pieces to be installed in the border post. The minster has stated that in the current age "One cannot be to sure." When asked about the tighter border control laws.

Now entrees from foreign nations need a permit and visa to enter the Sharko Federation, with the minister stating it was just for extra security. It has also been noted that more than 50 more border guards have been recruited and inserted along the border along with 20 members of the special forces, operating as a 'Special First Response Team' .

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The Samadhi Sun
Bhikkustan, Atnaia and Sharko


Response to Sharkan border changes

After Sharko added to the border security, officials in Bhikkustan were puzzled. The changes were uncalled for, as travel between the nations is small and few refugees are coming from either country. Bhikkustan's minister of Foriegn affairs Temur Aggunjiin had this to say on the matter, "we in Bhikkustan do not understand the motives of our neighbours, but we trust they are not malicious. Though we do not have many connections with them, we find it strange they would waste money guarding a border that is little used. The money could be spent better elsewhere."

Exhibition match unveiled!

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The Royal University of Samadhi has unveiled plans to play an international match of American Football with Port Gray University in Atnaia. The match will take place at the large Enlightenment Arena in downtown Samadhi. The two universities will converse to organise the timing for the game.

Buddhist Workers Party form coalition with Liberal Democrats.

After lagging support for both parties, the two of them have attempted to unite to form a coalition to from a government. In these early polls the National Enlightenment party leads, with the shariah party doing well. The two parties have formed a coalition, and will respect each others religious rights. There have been a few examples of corruption revealed, which will have to be dealt with severely. Our nations first democratic election cannot be tainted by unsavoury behaviour.
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Postby Stordavia » Sun Jan 03, 2016 5:01 pm

January 3, 2016
Stordavia Broadcasting Network
Eastern Border Checkpoint, Meyri, Stordavia


Borders Re-Open For First Time in 16 Years

Sixteen years after a string of terrorist attacks and the assassination of the last Prime Leader, the government of Stordavia has unanimously declared that the border's restrictions shall be lifted, and citizens may return home. The Meyri Checkpoint has been the first to open. The government has called this, "an experiment of freedom." Though citizens an diplomats of multiple nations are not permitted until further notice. This list includes,

Miklania
Polar Svalbard
The Pacific Peace Union
Vancouvia
Domanania
Atania
Segentova
Doppler
Ansu (This also incudes any external territory held by Ansu)

Any citizen of these listed nations are not permitted to enter. If the attempt to enter after being denied, they will be detained. Citizens of any other nation may enter with valid identification, is vital identification is invalid (I.D., Passport, Entry Permit) they will be detained for one week. If non-vital identification is invalid or not up to standard (Vaccines, etc.) they will be denied.

Citizens of the following nations are permitted with valid Passport, Entry Ticket, and I.D. The same goes for citizens of Stordavia.
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Cottoria
Eurania
New Aapelistan






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Postby Staattehirsch » Sun Jan 03, 2016 6:05 pm

January 3rd, 2016
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Brauchenberg, Schretzaria, Staattehirsch


Guns in Staattehirsch

Guns have always been a big part of Staatteberger culture. Recent studies have shown that 84% of Staattebergers above 18 years old own guns. More studies have shown that 68% of Staattebergers who own guns own more than 4. Guns can be bought at convenient stores, markets, grocery stores, and other every day places. Chancellor Liutbald Drassmeyer is trying to pass a bill through The Kongvess to export guns to different countries. He is also trying to pass another bill involving the legal age to own guns, saying he wants to lower the age.
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Chancellor Drassmeyer giving a speech about guns.

Studies have shown that 63% support both of the bills Drassmeyer has proposed. Gun ownership is also on the rise in Staattehirsch. In 1974, 52% of Staattebergers owned guns, in 2010, 61% of Staattebergers owned guns. Now 84% of Staattebergers own guns. Nobody is able figure out why this major rise of gun ownership is happening, but nobody seems to disagree.

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Postby Atnaia » Mon Jan 04, 2016 2:16 pm

04/01/2016
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Port Gray, Atna, Atnaia


STONE WALL ACT PASSED
Riots Among Protestors Stopped by Private Security Service
Second Army Corps to be Privatized by Spring
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Stone Wall Security Solutions moves in to stop Port Gray protests


Following the enactment of the Right of Inaction on Friday, the House of Nobles passed the controversial Stone Wall Act today, at a vote of 140-56. The Right of Inaction apparently acted against liberals and moderates in the house, as they lost the support of five lords in the wake of civil unrest this weekend. The Stone Wall Act moves to privatize the police forces of several major cities under private contractors, as well as a major overhaul of the Atnaian Military, starting with it's Second Army Corps. Following the announcement of the Act, the house announced that it would be dissolving the 2nd Corps in its current form and restructuring it as a collection of private military contractors, under the command of local military heads. Bidding from private contractors will begin soon, but it is assumed that most will either by owned or sub-contracted by Stone Wall Security Solutions, the local PMC owned and operated by Lord Thomas Wessich, the original writer of Bill A15, which became the Stone Wall Act.

In the wake of the announcement, increasing violence in the tent city in Brechridge Square exploded. While at this time it is unclear what began the course of events, riots erupted, culminating in violence against police and civilians from both Asorist protesters and Crown loyalist counter-protesters. The riot lasted two hours, until troops supplied gratis by Stone Wall Security Solutions broke up the riots and helped police detain more than a hundred individuals. Current numbers related to those hospitalized by the violence is unknown, but four have been confirmed dead by police and Stone Wall spokespeople.
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Postby Doppler » Mon Jan 04, 2016 3:50 pm

January 4, 2016
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Economic fourth quarter ends, surprising results
Doppler's Fiscal year came to an end on new years day with the fourth quarter holding a surprising result to Doppler's GDP growth. Despite falling oil prices Doppler's GDP managed to rise by 4.8%, this put Doppler's past GDP of 953.6 billion at a staggering 999.4 billion. This came to shock to many economists but reports suggest that after the annexation of Andersite in October, this counted as the majority of Doppler's GDP rising. Along with the new year new government laws are going to be enacted with the conservative majority government, these laws include, distracted driving laws, stricter drug laws, and gun control is being brought into the picture. There have been rumors on the navy purchasing a new aircraft carrier and retiring the Dawn-In-Haven class aircraft carrier.
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Postby Arconia Confedercy » Mon Jan 04, 2016 7:42 pm

1/4/16
Arconia national news
Arcropia


Plane gone missing

A plane that took off from arcopia itnl airport bound for a city in argus has disappeared over the ocean. The plane is a boeing 777 whos airline is arconia national and was about half full. The plane took off at 6:30 am and went missing at 7:38 am over the ocean. President Brian forge has asked any nation to help find survivors and or the wreckage.
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Postby Segentova » Tue Jan 05, 2016 9:34 am

05.01.2016
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Marselíe, Segentova
Parliament resumes activity
At 12:30 today the parliament was officially reopened for activity after the new years celebrations. Citizens watched in awe as the representatives of the National Congress entered the building to hold the year's first sitting. Traditionally the annual budget is discussed on the first sitting of the year, but not this year, especially due to the current international tensions throughout the region. In stead the legislature debated upon weather or weather or not to raise defense level and put the military into alert, this is partly in response to the events that occurred in the south-Dopplerian seas and the current situation of Ansu, answered speaker of the press Rodríguo Martínez in the press-conference held at the end of the day.
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Postby Yarkandi » Tue Jan 05, 2016 2:38 pm

1/5/2016
Erbaa International News Network
Erbaa, Yarkandi


Yarkandi to help in search for plane


Yesterday a plane from the nation of Arconia, was lost over the seas. Due to its route there is a possibility that it landed or crashed somewhere near Yarkandi. Due to this the Authoritarian Republic of Yarkandi will be sending flights over the area near Yarkandi, and a Corvette shall be assigned to help on the lookout. When we asked our leader, Aldyn Barakur, he had this to say,
"We need to help our neighbor's out as this is a dangerous world, friends are what a nation needs, and along with that these are the times to show what the international community can do when they come together. We hope that nations in our area will help in the search for these poor souls. Pray for them and their families."
This is a very tragic story and we will be following it as it goes along.
News: Yarkandi has joined the Association of Nationalist States. Along with that singer Ishma Netaihl's new single, Ismus Iteflah, became an overnight hit.
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Postby Arconia Confedercy » Wed Jan 06, 2016 7:33 pm

1/7/15
Arconia National News
Arcropia


Presedential address on ansu and missing plane
Today preseident brian forge addressed the nation on the the missinng plane and the ansu situation. Forge first adressed the plane forge has siad that search planes and ships have been sent to the search area. He has said that no traces of the plane were found yet. Then forge said that he would like any help from anyone. Then he addresed ansus expansion amd said that imperialism is not right at all."Nations like this are going to run into major problems eventually" He said. He then said that if they try to expand into our area they will met with military force. Forge concluded that acronia will always be strong.
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Postby Ruetha » Wed Jan 06, 2016 7:58 pm

January 6th 2016
Aistona Times
Ruetha


Wings of Ruetha Celebrates 34th Year of Creation, Annual Airshow Takes Place

This afternoon schools released children early to watch the Wings of Ruetha do an airshow, marking the start of their organization 34 years ago. The Wings of Ruetha is made up of the most elite pilots of all military branches and has access to the newest modern aircraft before any other branch may pick. In attendance were the 5 surviving members of the original Wings of Ruetha. The pilots flying in the airshow today were platoons, Falcon, Phoenix and Valkyrie. These shows are held to remember the war and to promote recruitment.

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Postby Lothair Udo » Thu Jan 07, 2016 4:21 am

Jan 7, 2016
National Lotharingian News Network
Lothar Udo, Genoa


Catholic Protest in Genoa

Earlier today a protest of Catholics happened. The reason behind this protest was said by the organizer himself, "The Catholic people in Genoa have been oppressed by the Protestant Genoa Movement! Bring them down!" he says. The protest was broken up peacefully and a court case was won against the PGM, causing them to be dismantled.

The former leader of the dismantled PGM says, "These fools! When will they stop? This shows the failure of the Catholics that led to the Reformation!" he says angrily. Currently, the public hate him.

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Postby Arconia Confedercy » Thu Jan 07, 2016 9:34 pm

1/7/16
Arconia national news
Arcropia


Plane and survivors discovered

Arconian airforce planes located the crash site of the missing plane. It crashed near a island and the survivors managed to get to the island and set up a camp. There is a investigation and a rescue operation in progress. There are 34 survivors. The survivors said the plane crashed on its right wing and fell apart killing most but the 34 survivors manged to grab there life presevers and swam to the island and helped those who couldn't siwim.
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Postby Atnaia » Sat Jan 09, 2016 10:43 am

09/01/16
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Port Gray, Atna, Atnaia


Sunlight Studios Acquired By ECI
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Sunlight Studios' Film Lot, New Stratford


Following weeks of negotiations, Atnaian film company Sunlight Studios has been acquired by ECI, the international entertainment division of WINNI. The studio, which had previously focused on Atnaian historical pieces, is set to become an producer of international blockbusters. ECI has announced that the studio will become their international base of operations for film production, and has further announced an expansion to Sunlight Studios' New Stratford film lots. This comes hot on the heels of Sunlight Studios announcing that they had acquired the rights to popular Atnaian superhero franchises "Quiver and Fletch", "Warqueen" and "Hermes, God of Speed". It is expected that the ECI acquisition will see these films receive international distribution.

Sunlight Studios was founded in the 1950s by Harald and Stephan Brunter, and began producing such film epics as "The Sinking of St. Albert" and "The Man from Coldwater". The studios' films have won both national and international awards, and are Atnaia's largest domestic film producer.
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Postby Vancouvia » Sat Jan 09, 2016 4:33 pm

January 9, 2016
VNN ~ Vancouvian News Network
International District


I.D. Constitution Takes Effect; Elections to Follow

The occupation of the International District has been winding down over the past few weeks. Following the transfer of General Storm from Camp Plymouth to the sea, a sense of calm has continued across the City and the island as a whole.

One week ago, Internationalists voted 78% in favor of the creation of a government, with an Internationalist and Vancouvian written Constitution now fully in effect. The Constitution does, among other things, lay the groundwork for a oligarchic governing structure with five councilmen, defines citizenship of the I.D., establish procedures for the gathering of tax, secures the I.D.'s status as an open land for international meetings and councils, and authorizes the creation of an "Island Guard" to provide police and security services.

The five person council is to be elected directly during the next month. Vancouvian supervisors will be present to ensure that corruption-free elections take place.

Although Vancouvian forces have begun to be withdrawn, the VNA and VSF continue to provide an active presence on the island.

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Postby Stordavia » Sat Jan 09, 2016 9:04 pm

January 9, 2016
Meyri Checkpoint, Stordavia
Stordavian Broadcasting Network


Vancouvians Allowed In With Strict Regulation

After the tight grip on the International District from Vancouvia has begun to close, the Council has declared that Vancouvian ambassadors are free to enter Stordavia, though under strict supervision from Stordavian soldiers. Vancouvian military are not allowed entry to Stordavia, and ambassadors are to remain in select locations among Stordavia.

Vancouvian Ambassadors are to have the proper papers (Diplomatic Authorization) and are only allowed to remain for a small period of time (1 week at most).

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Postby Atnaia » Mon Jan 11, 2016 10:49 am

11/01/16
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Port Gray, Atna, Atnaia


Port Gray Police Deal Finalized
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Control of Port Gray Police Department turned over to Stone Wall Security Solutions


Following the passage of the Stone Wall Act last Monday, the Port Gray City Council has finalized a deal with private military contractor Stone Wall Security Solutions to turn over management of the city's police forces to the corporation. According to the announcement, all current officers will be retained by the city, with an expansion of one thousand officers supplied by SWSS. Police commissioner Peter LeSalle has accepted an offer from Lord Thomas Wessich, owner of the corporation, and will be retiring. Stone Wall Security Solution Chief of Atnaian Operations, Charles Klost, will replace the commissioner in new city position, Director of Contracted Security.

"We hope that Port Gray will act as a model for what privatization of the police can offer other cities," Klost said. "This move promises better training, better reliability and greater accountability for the capital's police."

Opponents to the move claim that this will open the way for massive corruption and obscene control of the local police by members of the House of Nobles, several of whom own substantial interests in the company. The man under the most scrutiny is Lord Thomas Wessich, who introduced the Stone Wall Act in the House, and owns Stone Wall Security Solutions.

"I have made an oath to keep people safe, to ensure the defense of our borders and the purity of the Atnaian ideal," said Wessich. "My personal interests are always secondary to my duty to this nation and her people."

The cities of Coldwater and Hastings are already in talks with security firms for their own privatization efforts. Ducal police are looking at partnering with major metropolitan areas in their own efforts to conform to the new law. It is expected privatization efforts for the country will be complete by March.
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Ayselfortia's Economy

Postby Ayselfortia » Mon Jan 11, 2016 2:24 pm

11/01/2016
Ayselfortia News Network (ANN)
Capital city of Ayselfortia, Isertacha

The economy of Ayselfortia has been getting increasingly worse and the economy is now on the verge of collapse. The Minister of Finance has stated that: "We will all do our best to get out of this crisis, but we must stick
together". Prime Minister Dylan Hardcastle has reported that he is working hard on the issue but it is a massive crisis. "My heart goes out to all the families who can't afford basic survival needs at the current time, I am trying my best but this is an extremely bad depression." said the Prime Minister.

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Larger Economy, New Budget

Postby Ventlimer » Mon Jan 11, 2016 5:52 pm

1/11/16
Ventlimian Public Broadcasting
Ventlimer City, Ventlimer


New Budget, Higher Military Spending

Highlights:

Military budget increased from 25% to 30%

GDP Rises, GDP per capita decreases slightly

Taxes decreased from 29% to 25%


Today, the Ventlimian Congressional Budget Committee announced the passage and implementation of the year's budget. It features a lower tax rate and higher military spending, which increased from 25 Billion to 33 Billion compared to last year's budget. This is due to the Piracy incident in the Mesder Sea as well as the raid that took place last week, according to the Secretary of Defense Robert Shaw.

"Ventlimer has faced increasing threats both at home and abroad," Shaw said in a press conference after the announcement. "The Department of Defense and President felt it imperative to begin bolstering our military for further conflict in the future. Thankfully, Congress agreed with this decision."

Also announced today was a significant growth in the GDP from 500 Billion to 510 Billion, Prompted mostly by the massive increase in foreign trade.

"Our new trade policy with many nations around the region has dramatically improved our economic situation and will only continue to do so," President Sebastion Gloyd said.

However, due to immigration and the registration of previously unknown immigrants, the population also increased from 17.5 Million to 17.7 Million.

One part of the budget bill passed by congress has not received any complaints, though. That is the 4 percent tax decrease.

"Congress did not feel the need to limit Ventlimians with such a high tax rate," The House said in a statement. "In an attempt to promote the economy and to maintain the government at its maximum of 20 Percent of the GDP, we have lowered the tax rate and, thus, our budget."

In other news, Banks are being investigated for the funding of pirates in the Mesder Sea. More on that later.
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Ayselfortia News Network

Postby Ayselfortia » Tue Jan 12, 2016 12:21 pm

12/01/2016
Ayselfortia News Network (ANN)
Capital city of Ayselfortia, Isertacha

Economy is getting better, says Prime Minister Dylan Hardcastle. Ayselfortia has been on the verge of depression but a cut on spending in certain areas has helped our economy and we are forecast to be back to normal GDP in a coupe of days. However a storm detected by the west coast weather sensors has just passed the South Dopplerian Islands and is heading towards Ayselfortia. With winds speeds of about 50 mph on average, this storm could cause severe disruption to flights and services.

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Postby Bhikkustan » Tue Jan 12, 2016 12:26 pm

13/1/15
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Bailout offered to Ayselfortia

After hearing that struggling economics in Ayselfortia have got so bad people can no longer buy necessities for survival, the international red wheel foundation has flown in large amounts of aid to the struggling citizens. It is of our deepest hope that they will help these people through their trailing period. As the Buddha himself once said, "Without health life is not life; it is only a state of langour and suffering - an image of death."
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Successful Raid

Postby Ventlimer » Tue Jan 12, 2016 3:19 pm

12/1/15
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Successful Raid in Mesder Sea


Secretary of Defense Robert Shaw announced today the successful raid on the Pirate Base in the Mesder Sea. With the Aid of Covonant, Atnaian, and Miklanian forces, Ventlimer was able to capture intelligence and persons involved in the funding of extremist groups in Ventlimer as well as other nations.

Shaw described the raid as "Tough, but rewarding".

As a result of this raid, Speaker of the House Nathanial Cunningham has called the CEO's of Ventlimer National Bank, Lakeland Central Bank, and Port Ventlimer Imports to congress for questions regarding the gold found aboard the Bentler by Atnaian forces a few weeks ago.

"This missing gold, the funding of a pirate base, and outright theft of the national treasury must be put to an end," Cunningham said to a joint session of Congress.

The hearing is set for January 14th, 2016.

In other news, the Joint Chiefs of Staff announced a huge increase of military personal, accepting 95,000 Applicants on the waiting list into the military's ranks. The training of these men is to be completed by March or April of 2016. This is part of the overall bolstering of its military that was announced yesterday by Robert Shaw and the President, which included the purchase of 25 F-41 Shark fighters from Miklania as well as 6 Hawkins Class frigates. Amounting to over 10 Billion dollars to be spent over the next three months, the President is seeming to make good on it his promise to bolster the military.
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Postby EURANIA » Tue Jan 12, 2016 4:32 pm

1/12/16
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Zvesgov, Eurania

Nukes arriving in from New Aapelistan

The first of several nuke shipments came to Zvesgov this morning. Three E. Maersk ships, Ankany Maersk, Yushanin Maersk, and Utamia Maersk, had most of their underworks full of nuclear weapons. This purchase was contracted months ago between USSE and the USSNA. The exact value of the yield is classified, but it is believed to be equivalent to three Preyem ARK-11X nuclear missiles in which the Leviathan-Class submarines employ. Soldiers swarmed the port as the three ships arrived after one another, guarding, unloading, and also pushing protesters of nuclear disarmament.

While the nukes are all bombs, the USSE and USSNA are looking into an agreement to ship the USSE nuclear missiles, in exchange for approximately 5 billion dollars. However, Dovgorod and Warsawyev both deny the existence of such an agreement to be made.

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Ankany Maersk en route to Zvesgov.
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