The Democritus Times (Democritus Only)

[New Metropolitan France]

Denunciation of recent events in the Asia-Pacific

The French Confederation hereby issues a denunciation of the international community's response to recent events in the Asia-Pacific region. Australian aid projects have came under attack in Bougainville, in doing so both jeopardizing the safety of foreigners and locals in addition to preventing potential development funds from being put to best use. The Japan-Bengal conflict has thrice been condemned in the CSN, and yet the Directorate's delegation has refused to even speak a word to the Council. We are especially concerned at the precedent these events have set, as international law, norms and values begin to be so blatantly violated without explanation or concern. If internationally-recognized territorial waters and EEZs are no longer being respected, the maritime sovereignty upon which many nations depend are thus similarly null and void. Trade ships, ports, and trade supporting infrastructure are being attacked, and the shipping lanes of the Dragon/South China Sea may soon be forced to close due to fears of piracy resurgence. The French Republic condemns the government of the Philippines, which we regard as an heir apparent to the great Marcos Empire, for suppressing democracy which has directly led to the rise of militant extremist factions which could pose a threat to the entire region.

Over the last six months, it has become clear that international law, norms and values are dying in the Far East. As such, we call for a re-engagement of the great North American power that is Pacifica in this strategic theater, to work alongside ourselves and other like-minded nations such as Australia, to restore peace, justice and security to region.

[NPC Controller of Zackaroth]

Saba's Capital Burns as riots intensify

Riots in Saba have greatly intensified as the governor of the island was arrested. There was a brief and very tense standoff between the Saba Island Police and the FIN forces that came to arrest him, but in the end they stood down and the Governor went willingly. This act has only served to divide an already divided populace. The Govnernor was a popular political figure on the island and many are seeing this as another Puertollano land grab. Others have called him a traitor and a German stoodge, who only did what he was told.

Despite Canadian efforts, the riots have increased and we can now report the Saba's Capital, The Bottom is now burning. Chaos has erupted in the streets and emerncey crews are having issues putting out the fire as well as attend to the wounded. Both pro German and pro FIN sides are calling for the Canadians to come to a decision, as they where the ones who forced this vote and help decided the rules. Some CSN speculators are concerned this could have a minor blowback effect on Canadian efforts in Africa with their support on Hyper Democratic Parties in the continent. This could be used as ammo to show Hyper Democracies make messes they are unwilling to clean up and are stunted by political infighting.

Gabonese Political parties begin pushing back against the government.

The Gabonese President threatened to dismiss the entire National Assembly and now three major political parties are calling his bluff. The first is the True Democracy Party, a set of Gabonese opposition groups that have banded together to try and fight back the goverment. They claim the president holds too much power and that power should be devolved to the National Assembly and Senate. They also claim that the corrupt government is allowing businesses to exploit and undermine the working class people and that they will introduce laws to force companies to comply and give the Gabonese people a livable wage. They fully support France's efforts to aid them and hold no ill will towards them. Some however are also claiming Australia would be en excellent trading partner and have also pointed to their more direct and positive handling of the Nigerian Crisis years ago.

The second group is the Gabonse Hyper Democrats who are promoting turning the government into a Canadian style Hyper Democracy. However, they have been encouraging peace between all sides and unlike the TDP, have been open to keeping the president's party in the political system as opposed to the TDP who want the presidents party disbanded and the man himself arrested and tried for crimes against the state. It is believed this movement may have been started by forgein agents from the former HDMC but this unconfirmed. They also seek to take Gabon out of the Cold War and make it an unaligned state.

The final group just revealed themselves and is causing a stir among the populace. The Socialist Party of Gabon. This party has apparently been growing for several months and now has opened itself with just as much support as the other two parties. They seek to completely dismantle how busniesses operate in Gabon and want to nationalize all major industries to ensure a protected and productive populace. They have come out swinging as well, claiming the government has tried to hold them back but they will not be silent any longer. They claim the will of the people is demanding change and no agent, foreign or domestic will stop that. They have already been accused of causing one death. A Gabonese owner of a profitable mining company was found dead in his home a few days ago, shot 5 times point blank and his house set ablaze. The government has accused the SPG of killing him but the SPG has denied this only saying "When the capitalist abuse their workers, they will inevitably fight back when not given a proper recourse. The SPG has been accused of being funded by The Republic of the Congo and the FSR but so far no proof has emerged. They have not said who they would ally with if they take power but it some take it as a given they would change sides and ally with the FSR if able.

The President has not commented, and it is rumored the EAC has been trying to contact him yet he refuses to respond. He has been quoted in saying "The EAC should leave Gabon alone! They want to believe they matter but they don't. They only seek to empower themselves under the umbrella of African Unity. The only unity they want is one unified under the EAC. They are most likely funding the TDP and the Hyper Democrats."

[NPC Controller of Zackaroth]

The Philippines erupts into a Civil War. Fajardo's military stumbles on first offensive as Navy defects

The crisis in the Philippines finally erupted into what could be considered a civil war. President Fajardo sent forces to Northern Luzon to root the Communist party and try them for treason. In response, the CPP's own guerilla force sent the PDP's force reeling back and began their own push forwards. Making matters worse for Fajardo, a massive chunk of the Philippine Navy has defected to the CPP's side and is now protecting their ports from air assault. Its also been reported the CPP is extremely well armed and seem to be sporting weapons that the Philippines did not have access too before the start of this war. The CPP has stated it did not want this civil war and Fajardo has forced his hand. They have said if Fajardo steps down and allows free and open elections to take place, they will agree to a truce.

However, Fajardo had some strong words in response. "These communists want to take over the entire island. They want to take away everything every hard working Filipino has earned and give it to drug dealers, the drug addicts and the Muslims in the south. I say no to that. I also say if you see a communist supporter in the street, beat him, kill him if you have too. I will personally pardon you of any criminal charges and make you a hero for protecting our nation"

It is said the CPP will march to Manilla and personally dispose of Fajardo if he does not step down and end the conflict.



Above the Green Line: CPP

Below the Green Line: PDP

The MMLF begins making gains as fractured army fights a two front war

The MMLF's hold on areas of the island of Mindanao where always tenuous at best, but now with the Filipino army having to dedicate resources to fight the CPP in the north, the MMLF has been able to gain control over a small part of the outer island and is now pushing inwards. Though making a small gain, the fact they where able to push the army back to such a degree is causing worry among the PDP government. Some insiders say they don't know if they can win a two front war, especially when most of the dedication is towards fighting the communists. The MMLF doesn't seem to mind. Their territory is starting to seem eerily similar to parts of the DRC and Nigeria that where under ICN control. It is believed a good amount of ICN soliders have fled to East Asia and are used Muslim discontent in the island of Mindanao to hijack the groups aim of gaining autonomy to one of pure revenge and destruction. Its been said Christian Churches and symbols have been destroyed and forced conversions are taking place. It is also said the MMLF is beginning its own cleansing campaign within its territory. Its reported they are currently based out of Zambonga but are eying taking over the whole island. Their next target seems to be Illigan.



Left of the Black Line: MMLF

Right of the Black Line: PDP terrority

[The Russian Federated States]

SANCTIONS ON PERSIA

TASHKENT - the Kremlin administration this week imposed new sanctions on Persia following what was described as provocative actions in the region, particularly the recent escalating pro-conflcit sentiment.

The latest round of sacntions by the Soviet Union is set to target multiple sectors of the Persia's economy, such as construction, industry, textiles, and mining sectors; and name eight top officials, some of whom were already under sanction. In the beginning of the week, the National Soviet approved the sanctions against Persia describing the current regime as "an unpredictable bunch." The President Aleksandr Dibrov called for the Council of Afro-Eurasia, DEU, as well as CNS to increase pressure on the Persian government so it "would finally come to its senses" as well as expell Persia from the Afro-Eurasian Council.

"We don't need any wars near our borders and if Persia is not careful enough to uphold the peace, the Soviet Union will be forced to do everything in its power to preserve the safety of the Soviet citizens" said the Minister of Foreign Affairs on a press conference

NAME CHANGE QUESTION

MOSCOW - A new bill proposed by the Monarchist party of the National Soviet aims to change the official name of the Soviet Union. The party members argue that with every year and each reform package, the massive country is changing and moving further away from the first original Soviet Union established by Lenin and his committee back in the beginning of the 20th century. After the election of the current president Aleksandr Dibrov, the Soviet Union has adopted a variety of pro-Western reforms as well as started to implement progressive policies, particularly allowing the refugees in and starting a number of international projects with other countires. The bill proposes that instead of the name Soviet Union, or USSR, the country be called simply Russian Federation or alternatively, Russian Empire while all the names of the federal departments will drop the word "Soviet" as well. The bill is currently being reviewed and the National Soviet will hold its first vote on the issue in few weeks.

The bill also proposes changing the national symbols, including flag and the coat of arms, to more European variants.

[Puertollano]

Castillo speaks on Saba, orders troops to maintain stability

President Castillo went on national television in an event that was also widely streamed in Saba.

If you want to see the ramifications of imperialism, totalitarianism and colonialism, then you need to look no further than Saba. Saba was the client state of the Germanic Empire, a colony of their European overlords, directly ruled by the elite rags in Berlin. The same imperialist scum who attack and attempt to overthrow the legitimate government of the Federal Socialist Republic of Galicia. Let's not mince any words here; Saba is the territory of the Federation of Nativist Islands. There is no question about that - the island of Saba voted to join the FNI - a vote that the Germanic Empire decides to ignore, since it does not fit their global agenda. The Bolivarian Republic, as the mother of the Caribbean, cannot and will not stand for that and will continue to fight for the right's of the Caribbean people. Particularly at this time, while German agents in Saba incite violence and rioting, the Bolivarian Republic and the Federation of Nativist Islands play an important role in stabilizing the region. Reluctantly, the National Bolivarian Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of the FNI will do their part to maintain order and arrest any agents linked the other Germanic Caribbean islands. Their existence is a threat to Saba, so if these destabilization efforts continue, the Bolivarian Republic will have no other option than to quash imperialist loudmouths in the remainders of the Leeward Islands. The freedom of the Caribbean people; liberty, equality, fraternity; will be maintained. And to the maniacal leadership of the Germanic Union: Saba is no longer yours. Your treasonous Governor is gone and if you continue your provocations in Saba, you will have nothing left.

[Bendicion]

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Australian government demands
Gabon President Step Down
Oct 20 2025 | Jessica Nate Sanchez

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Calls for the President to resign has riled up
placing serious instability to Gabon

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PORT HARCOURT - The Australian government has issued the president of Gabon and his party an ultimatum: To step down from their respective positions and allow free and safe elections, or face severe consequences, Australian Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Nigeria Calvin Fischer recently announced at a press conference at the Australian embassy in Port Harcourt.

According to Fischer, the stability of Gabon is 'wavering' and can potentially 'be untenable to regain if the situation persists'. He stated that Canberra has deduced that the ongoing administration is not trying to surmount the various national problems that the Gabonese should be focusing on and that this instability 'is not in the best interests of all parties'.

The newly created Australian Armed Forces African Command (AAFAC) has stated that it has not been briefed of any orders or possible courses of action as pertaining to Fischer's statements regarding 'severe consequences' if the Gabon president & co. do not step down. However, reports from local Nigeria fish trawlers at the Gulf of Guinea have suggested that Australian destroyers, possibly as high as 3 are in the area.

Fischer did not comment about the recent statements of the Gabonese True Democractic Party concerning Australia, however he did mention that Australia supports the upholding of the Gabonese people's interests.

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|| Hobart reports Saildrones in South Atlantic Ocean directed to Guinea for weather study || FA-19 Falcons conduct maneuvers off coast of Port Harcourt || Army to possibly start local recruitment || Online sleuths reveal transactions between Sharp End Intl and Gabon government || Survey reveals 3/4 of Australians do not know about Gabon ||

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Is the Armed Forces in Balabac
positioning aimlessly? Many Think
Otherwise
October 21 2025 | Grace Evans-Smith

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BALABAC - Though no official government statement has been announced, it is reported that the Camp McCaw in Balabac, the largest Australian military base outside of Australia has seen a huge spike in activity.

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Photograph of a fighter jet taking
off from Miller Air Base

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According to residents living near Camp McCaw's airbase, Miller Air Base, on the early morning of October 20, several long-bodied aircraft, possibly AEW&C planes were seen taking off. Later that evening, the planes supposedly returned. Additionally, several citizen sleuths also captured photographs of jets taking off from the airbase. On the same date, nearby commercial ships reported sightings of Saildrones off the southeast coast of Balabac. A yacht owner also posted a video showing 2 navy ships, possibly Northcott-class destroyers, at coordinates which reveals that the ships are at the Sulu Sea.

Armed Forces Forces Chief General Vincent Campbell stated that current orders are still the same as that of last September and that no new orders have been placed on air and navy assets in Balabac. However, there are many who think otherwise including notable local Australian critic analyst Shayne Ramos, who gave her own theory of the recent rumors of Australian military activity in social media.

Shayne Ramos
@SheSayRamos
The Air Force is just trying to find a way to outer space so they can send political prisoners into orbit. No worries frnds.

#SpaceForce2025
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Shayne Ramos
@SheSayRamos
Navy ought to just find shipwrecked treasures at this point

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|| 18 Filipinos intercepted at North Balabac Strait || Anonymous photographer shows McCaw's naval port empty of ships || Governor Arnolds calls on Balabac residents to be vigilant || Balabac Island Council lobbies continuation of flights between Australia and Balabac ||

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[Greater Persian State]

Tehran Daily Mail

The Ruble: Weaker than Yesterday
Akbar Ferociously CONDEMNS Russian Economic Imperialism, Counterattacks

The Soviet Union is raging down the warpath, led by dangerous and unstable leaders trying to realize hysterical fantasies of a Eurasian superstate. It started yesterday with Soviet Leaders announcing a round of new sanctions aimed to hit construction and other industry. These pathetic swats will no doubt be met by vigilance and resilience from the Persian people, Persia's economy has grown by well over 500% since the fall of the Persian Gulf Union, and continues to astound. While indeed, growth has slowed since 2020 and 2021, it still remains solid. Persian products are sold at every market in the globe, and not just petroleum, these wide ranging economic pacts include minerals, steel, and IT parts. The pathetic economic imperialism of the Soviets, who think they can dictate policy in Persia resembles that of a goose without a head.

But it is not just with mocking and derision we respond to Moscow, it is with a firm and decisive counterattack. The Persian government raised matching sanctions through Parliament, with Islamist deputies rising quickly to denounce the "socialist-atheist." However, it was not on religious ideas in which the others rose to support the measures, but for national sovereignty. The new sanctions hit the Soviets across the board, hitting with the firmest punch against mining and manufacturing.

However this was but one of a multi front attack, indubitably coordinated by the Prime Minister. Some state owned Russian assets, largely deemed risky were sold largely simultaneously, while commodities were picked up. Additionally, the state bought up Rials while selling off rubles, all in an effort to weaken the Russian currency.

Akbar promised that if the Soviets were too immediately roll back their sanctions, Persia would immediately roll back theirs, and would also seek negotiations in a place like Baku or Grozny for future economic partnership and mutual benefit.


Other Bulletins
-Akbar Ministry condemns German bombing in Galicia
-UIC internal meetings continue
-Rocket drills occur at Turkish border
-Cabinet meetings reportedly float idea of stronger economic partnership with Australia

[The East African Commonwealth]

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The Afrika Times

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Military Contracting Regulation Passed

With the Military Contractors like Africa Aerospace and Zambia United ramping up production of their designs and preparing prototypes, the Assembly has just passed a new bill covering military contractors and their operations within the EAC. This law, known as the Military Contractor and Manufacturer Regulation (MCMR), prevent companies in the EAC from turning into a massive military industrial complex as seen in other modern nations. The law states the following:

• Military Contractors are not allowed to sponsor any political figures nor donate to any party or party member, should they be found doing so the company and its assets will be seized and possibly shut down.
• All costs for products (including R&D subsidies) must be presented upfront at the start of every fiscal quarter.
• Should any present budget exceed 150% of the presented cost the project will be set on hold or terminated until the presented cost is adjusted or the company is able to lower costs.
• All costs for the finished product must reflect the product produced to ensure that prices are not inflated for military hardware.

Most have viewed this new law in a positive light as it prevents a military industrial complex seen in other nations and keeps the government from spending more then they need to on military projects. Many within the Africa First and Unity Party have opposed this claiming that it restricts the abilities of the African companies and prevents them from competing in the global market. Regardless, this law stands for now and it remains to be seen how it will affect the growth of these companies.

Space Program Funded

With so much funding being diverted to wartime measures in the last two years, Rais Nuru and the Assembly have taken a step back and diverted funding this year to several new programs, one of which being a new space program. Three Billion has been set aside for the program to be started up and established within the nation, however, it will not be function like other space programs. Due to the EAC's limited funding, the government has opted to create a joint private and government run program with help from E-Tech and Africa Aerospace. The new space program, called the Joint Space Initiative, will operate a single massive space complex on Ukora Island just north of Afrika City. The 31 square kilometer island and its population of 16,000 people has been in the shadow of the EAC's capitol since it was founded in 1892 and they have been somewhat overlooks compared to the rest of the local area. Now, the program is set to install a highway connecting the island via three bridges and 26 miles of highway, a on site power plant and water purification system, and large scale community construction project to modernize the town of Bwisya for both worker housing and the improvement of local life. While some locals in the norther towns of Kifuli and Bukiko will not be receiving a large amount of modernization like Bwisya they will be receiving additional public works funds and infrastructure support. However, some citizens in the center and eastern portions of the island will have to relocate to these three towns as a result of the construction. However, the support on the island for the project has been immense as it has been greatly overlooked and has been struggling to stay afloat with fishing and farming revenue.

Both E-Tech and Africa Aerospace have submitted plans for the massive project adding a mission control, testing range, launchpad, spaceport, hangers, and a large runway to the island. While there is no official word on the size of the complex it is rumored to be three times the size of Cape Canaveral in the US, making it at least 15 square kilometers. This makes the complex half the size of Ukora Island. In addition to space facilities, both companies will be creating facilities to test space technologies and train astronauts. Construction both on the island and on the road network to the island began today with initial funding being supplied by the companies until the government budget kicks in starting in January 1st of 2026. Construction is expected to go well into 2030 as the complex's size makes the construction a long term goal. No missions, craft, or goals have been announced by the government, companies, or the Initiative but judging by what has been displayed so far the EAC will be taking an interest in space in the coming years.

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| Part 11 Debate Expected Next Month | Gabon Crisis Expanding | Immigration Rises in the EAC |

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[Zackaroth]

High Leader Candidate opens up on Persia

Yusri el-Akram, High Leader Candidate for next year's election in Zackaroth was asked about the current Persian-Turkish and Soviet aggression. "When David Akbar was reelected I was relieved and believed that worst was over. However in the recent months I am seeing a disturbing trend of Persian aggression towards Turkey. This saddens me very greatly as I expect Mr.Akbar to be above such games and to realize the importance of maintaining the peace in the Middle East, rather then a reckless brinkmanship. My father declared war on Turkey when the Ottoman Emprire threatened the security of both Zackaroth and Persia. But he was also able to deal with them, free Syria from their grasp and end the war before too much blood was shed.

High Leader Abdullah is strangely quiet on the matter. He should be advocating that same peace, telling Persia that risking war with Turkey, risks the security of the region. But because of this strangling Near East Accord, he will not. Because of his allies in Europe, he will not. When Germany of all nations is on the right side of an issue and you have yet to take one, do you not think it is time to make a statement? Well I am and I will when I become High Leader. I ask the Persian nation to reconsider its decision, otherwise you risk a deep and terrible war that will destroy the peace we have fought so hard to obtain"

[Bendicion]

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Avanroa Eagle News Network is a news network based in Melbourne Australia. The news agency is the top-grossing news agency in Australia and employs 3,000 employees and staff. The agency is ranked as one of the most unbiased networks in the globe and has significantly given out high-quality content as of late. More than 10 years in operation, the agency builds cooperative collaborations with well known Australian agencies for better quality news

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Strong Australian market spurs
waves of foreign investment
Oct 24 2025 | Joana Marbury

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A business startup expo in Melbourne. The government
has thoroughly supported same expos across Australia

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MELBOURNE - The country is experiencing a substantial economic growthin the face of the crippling fall of the NAF dollar, brought about by monetary policies of the Morrison government, spurring strong consumer market spending. This has managed to grab the attention of several large companies from abroad to tap in the strong consumer market in Australia.

The biggest number of companies that have recently established branches and subsidiaries in the country come from HDM Canada.

In the agricultural sector, several Canadian companies, Albertan and Manitoban Agricultural firms Durant Outdoors and Albertan Farmers United, are introducing the construction of several Closed Ecological Systems (CES) in some of the parts of the Australian outback, where soil fertility is limited.

The companies are expecting to create a massive profit from the increasingly competitive agriculture & food market, estimated to have an annual revenue value worth $115 billion, where more and more consumers prefer more healthy quality foods, particularly domestically grown ones and where the country's agricultural trade laws and low tariffs with other countries make exporting agricultural products a huge source of profit. It is expected that the two companies will be able to grab a considerable share of the market and create a competitive bloc alongside local medium-sized companies against AusGroup companies.

Alongside Durant Outdoors and Albertan Farmers United, several companies from Canada, Toronto H&A, Suburban United, and Weaver's Home & Appliances Company, are attempting to tap out the massive market for home appliances and electronics, valued to have earned $102 billion last year, that is dominated by a few large companies Helios III, Enel, Microsoft, Samsung, Panasonic, and Apple.

Additionally, Canadian construction firms H&T and Kristiansen's Construction Company are establishing headquarters in Melbourne and Sydney respectively. The two companies are said to help drive competition in the industry against the monopoly of AusGroup giant Holtz Construction in the $154-billion dollar market.

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Microsoft continues to dominate the Australian domestic
high tech market, followed closely by Apple & Samsung

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While the most number of new companies come from North America, the biggest expansion of a foreign company comes from Italian tech giant TIM (Telecom Italia), with its subsidiary TIM-Australia expecting to increase its share in the technology and communications market, that reportedly earned a whopping $196 billion last year, by increasing mobile broadband and internet services across Victoria, NSW, ACT, and Queensland. And if this is successful the company will renew expansion effort to Perth and Adelaide by 2030. It is expected TIM-Australia will join Enel Australia as the two biggest Italian companies operating in Australia.

Meanwhile, San Martinian retail companies Cencosud and Falabella have begun plans to increase their number of stores across the country to cater to the increasing demand for more retail and consumer goods.

All in all, about $25 billion worth of foreign investment are coming from three countries alone, with about $20 billion alone being invested by Telecom Italia.

It is estimated that the total value of foreign direct investment before the fiscal year 2025 ends will be at around $70+ billion. Not only does this strong performance ensure Australia maintains its ranking as a global top 10 destination for FDI but it also creates increased competition for local corporations such as TransGen, AusGroup, and Helios III, which are part of the AusGroup group of companies.

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|| National Legislature House begins drafting of new 2026-2027 budget || AusGroup Fund reports assets and portfolio, reportedly worth $2.52T ||Kansas City Chiefs resign Mahomes to 4 year deal || SWF Fund reports quarterly portfolio at $127 billion || Austal and TransGen cement new partnership || Balabac to see new Fallabella stores opening by 2026 ||

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[Orostan]

NIB DITCHES RUBLE

The FSR’s National Industrial Board has just sold off the majority of their Soviet ruble stockpile in favor of buying up the Persian Rial. The NIB has also announced an export price cut to oil and to several industrial and raw material products the USSR also exports. The NIB has also sold financial assets including stocks of Soviet business. The FSR’s government has long disliked the Soviet Union for its revisionist ‘socialism’ and imperialistic policies, but a spokesman from the NIB assured the media that the government’s position had nothing to do with their decision and that instead the only thing that mattered to the NIB in this case was “international market trends”.

Other news
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- Elections less than a week away.
- Heavy industry is in fact the heaviest industry, reports say.
- Rodent thought extinct rediscovered, made extinct again within hours.

[Grandes Terres]

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A week in the life of the PM - 28th October 2025

This week the Prime Minister took a much needed holiday and decided to visit San Martinia during his break, visiting Buenos Aires, Córdoba and La Rioja. In Buenos Aires the PM visited several attractions such as the famous obelisk, Plaza de Mayo and the Colón Theatre and was accompanied by his wife and son. In Córdoba the PM and his family visited the Evita Fine Arts Museum and Córdoba Zoo before taking part in a cycling heritage festival through the streets of the city. Finally the PM visited the small city of La Rioja in the heart of one of San Martinia's most important wine-making regions, visiting a local vineyard for wine tasting and to the history of wine production in the La Rioja region.

When asked by the paparazzi why he had decided to go on holiday during a time of high global tensions, he replied that "It is important to escape the stress of politics at times to allow myself to reset and recharge so that I can perform more effectively when I return."

The Prime Minister taking part in the Córdoba Cycling Heritage Festival with locals:

[New Metropolitan France]

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The Continental Standard

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Long live Europa

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Russo-Persian dispute poses questions for European monetary integration

While the ongoing currency war between Persia and Russia continues to be fought on the exchange market, the DEU Assembly has begun to debate the potential formation of a Continental Banking Union and major reform of the Social Entitlements Collection Scheme. Taken together, the reforms offer to be the first steps towards a genuine European Monetary Union. For decades, Pan-European political figures and idealists have dreamed that a single currency could eventually emerge across the continent - for just as long, however, this idea had been frustrated by most leading economists. The Central Bank of the French Confederation even published a paper on the concept in 2017, however concluded that European Monetary Union would be a political impossibility due to the necessary economic measures which would accompany it. Now, however, the need and means of creating monetary union are becoming clear. The world's economy is fragile, and individually European currencies can come under threat of instability in the markets. Since the dissolution of the NAF Dollar, the Franc provides a temporary anchor until the introduction of the Bancor; however, even in the Bancor era the benefits of a single currency in Europe would be hugely important for promoting Europe's trade and unity across the globe. Should the Assembly successfully create a Banking Union, provide deposit protection, require minimum capital reserves be raised and offer comprehensive unemployment insurance then it is entirely possible that a monetary union could be created within the near future. Only time will tell, however as the Ruble slides it is clear that one nation cannot stand against the markets alone.

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Published 28 October, 2025

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Other news:

French Confederation to mediate conference between Persian and Russian officials in Algiers.

[The Russian Federated States]

ECONOMIC NEWS

MOSCOW - In response to the recent Persian sanctions, the Soviet Central Bank installed a policy of guaranteed profit gain of 50% to anyone who keeps their funds in Soviet banks on a monthly basis trying to attract more European citizens. It is one of the first steps to try and counter the effects of the speculative attack. The Bank also started selling off its Rial reserves in favor of Ruble. Currently, Kremlin is offering generous government grants to property buyers who wish to invest into Soviet real estate, particularly in scenic and more affordable areas of the massive nation.

Within the next 48 hours, the Soviet Ministry of Foreign Affairs will decrease its diplomatic presence in Orostan and Persia by half.

[Bendicion]

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Avanroa Eagle News Network is a news network based in Melbourne Australia. The news agency is the top-grossing news agency in Australia and employs 3,000 employees and staff. The agency is ranked as one of the most unbiased networks in the globe and has significantly given out high-quality content as of late. More than 10 years in operation, the agency builds cooperative collaborations with well known Australian agencies for better quality news

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Australian planes drop humanitarian
aid in Mindanao, Navy
blockades Zamboanga Peninsula
Nov 1 2025 | Robert Peterson

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Crates of food, water for Filipino civiliansbeing prepared by
service personnel at a warehouse in Camp McCaw

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BALABAC CITY - The Australian Navy and Air Force are now actively conducting operations on the island of Mindanao, primarily the Zamboanga peninsula. Major General Vincent Campbell told reporters in a press conference held at Hobart Military Base.

The recent defection of the Philippine Navy to the CPP in Luzon has led to a tense cooperative agreement between Australia and the Philippines in Mindanao to curb MMLF influence over all of Mindanao.This includes airdrops and a naval blockade.

According to Maj. General Campbell, the Philippine government has made access to the Mindanao airspace open to Australian aircraft. This allows the Air Forces' C-130Js transport planes to airdrop badly needed humanitarian aid and supplies in the form of food, water, and medicine.

About 12 C-130Js will be cruising at a height of 27,500 ft to avoid the possibility of enemy fire using portable air defense systems, decreasing altitude in order to conduct airdrops over Iligan, Cagayan De Oro, and Cotabato cities. Each plane is expected to carry at max some 16,000 kgs of supplies, bringing the total volume of supplies to around 192,000 per trip. The planes, based in Miller Air Base, will be escorted by two fighter squadrons of J-20 fighter jets. It is expected that the airdrops will help efforts by humanitarian and aid workers to have supplies for an expected surge of refugees. The airdrops will happen once a week.

Meanwhile, in a surprise move, the Philippine government has allowed the Australian Navy to blockade the Zamboanga peninsula. With the recent defection of a large part of the Philippine Navy, the Philippine government is left with little resources to mount proper sea operations against the MMLF.

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Anzac-class frigates HMAS Ballarat, HMAS Stuart, and HMAS Anzac
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It is expected that the Australian Navy will replace this lost ability whilst acting independently from Philippine control. However, according to reports, the Australian Navy has only been allowed to conduct such operations only within the vicinity of the Zamboanga peninsula. The primary objective of the blockade is to halt the possible movement of MMLF supply routes in and out of the peninsula. A secondary objective includes the securing of refugees. No orders were given to directly confront or strike MMLF ground forces.

It is not yet known how many ships will be participating in the blockade but estimates range from 10 ships, the total number of ships based in Balabac, to 20 ships, several ships of which are expected to be coming from previous operations in the Philippine Sea.

With these recent movements, Australia has effectively become a part of the conflict albeit a minor role, a role in which several Australians are not in favor.

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|| Anti-war demonstration in Canberra leads to arrest of 38 people || 4 Anzac-class frigates depart from East Timor for Zamboanga || 'Huge' number of Saildrones to help in blockade efforts || Air Force to deploy drones in Northern Mindanao ||

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[Greater Persian State]

Tehran Daily Mail

The Persian Lion does not tolerate aggression
The Lion Refocuses: Tame Russian Imperialism!

Whilst the Neo-Ottoman schemed and plotted from Istanbul, the Russian Imperialist raised its ugly head. No doubt in collaboration with the Ottoman cabal, Moscow has ruthlessly attacked the sovereignty of Persia and attempted what is nothing short of sabotage and treachery. These Russian Sanctions and Blacklisting and recent escalations while negotiations already stared, have rallied the Persian people into a fury. From all corners of the nation, and from across the political spectrum, people are denouncing the Russian imperialists. Effigies of Alexsandr Dibrov have been burned in the streets by radical activists along with the Russian flag. Persians of all political stripes have marched into the streets waving flags and carrying posters with anti-Russian slogans. While nobody forgets the wrongs wrought upon us by the Ottomans, the fury of the nation has been directed towards the usurers and liars in Russia.

The Government has meet with Deputies of the Democratic Unity Group, largely made up of free trade liberals, and it is believed they have won their support for economic defense against Russia, in return for apparently stronger economic ties with Australia, a position the centre and centre right have long advocated for. With that support, the government has pushed for scathing new sanctions targeting mining and the substantial industrial base in central Russia. The new sanctions also blacklist prominent officials of the Russian government, including the majority of its National Soviet. At the same time, the National Economic Planning Committee of the Ministry of Economy voted unanimously to almost completely dump the Russian Ruble with the exception of bare currency reserves and the emergency hard currency. The Prime Minister approved the action from the Minister of the Economy, and immediately afterwards the government has begun to start selling off ruble at an even more rapid pace than before, putting even more ruble on the market, especially to German government, San Martinian government, and various global companies. Private Persian firms have begun selling as well as the urging of the government, as the entire nation joins in the effort to weaken the Russian currency.

Negotiations in Algiers continue, but the response of the Persian nation must be equal to Russian subterfuge.



Other Bulletins
-Puertollano Embassy busy with government visits
-At border with Azeri SSR, we interview border guards
-150 meter flagpole to be built at Turkish border
-France: Our Friend and Ally

[The East African Commonwealth]

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The Afrika Times

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Debate Over Part 11 Begins

The first debate over the inclusion of Part 11 of the EAC's Afrika Doctrine began today with the opposition having the first hearing to state their case against passing the Part. PPCS Representative Henry Hamma spoke for the opposition during this debate:

The EAC was founded on the principles of peace, diplomacy, and cooperation. This proposed addition goes against all three of those principals and threatens to split the Commonwealth in two if passed. It also will increase the chances of the EAC being forced to take a side in this Cold War be forcing us to join whatever side happens to have the same interests as us at the time. Military force may be the way of Europe and South America, but that does not mean it should be our way. We need to set a new standard for how things should be in Africa not by force, but through cooperation. This Part 11 is a direct threat to everything that we stand to achieve and should it pass we threaten the very core of the EAC itself. We must not let this Part be included in our doctrine or it will threaten to bring down all that we have built.

Military Training Completed - Troops Deploy

Today the 100,000 troops of the newly established 13h through 22nd Divisions and the 100,000 1st through 10th Reserve Divisions have officially been assigned posts along with the 11th and 12th Divisions, marking the end of the the redeployment of forces within the EAC and leaving only the Lionsguard, 7th, 8th, and 9th Divisions left in training camps.. These divisions have also been fully integrated into local wargames across the nation to further train and drill troops in live fire and combat scenarios. Artillery brigades have begun live fire target practice with their 155 mm howitzers, mortars, and brand new M270 MLRS purchased from Canada following approval for the creation of firing ranges within the operational zones of the EAC Military. In addition, troops have begun to practice on drones and tanks using mock Javelin and Stinger missiles for practice in AA and AT combat. The Army's air assets have also been integrated into the operations conducting supply missions across vast swaths of the EAC for both the military and emergency civilian needs to better train for medevac operations. This in turn is joined by better close air support mission thanks to the Air Force's new A-10 aircraft which has been coordinating with army spotters to operate jointly with deployed divisions. Originally, when the program of wargames was proposed many within the government though having a year long drill would be excessive, but even its most staunch critics are beginning to view the program favorably as after just two months there have already been vast improvements in deployment time, accuracy, and coordination within the EAC Military. The real test will occur next month when 24 hour combat missions are set to begin to drill the military in night ops and operations without rest. So far the military has been able to keep up both in logistics and troop morale, but this new exercise is expected to truly push the EAC's new military to the edge.

Navy Head Toward Gabon

Earlier today the EAC Military announced that once the 1st Fleet has finished its Wargame Mission of escorting a convoy of trade vessels to Nigeria the fleet will be redeployed off of Gabon. This marks the first time the EAC has deployed naval forces in possible combat operations and the first time the EAC has intervened in nation not bordering it. Rais Nuru stated the following after the announcement:

"If Gabon's President refuses to recognize the rights of its people and turns its weapons of war against any of the political parties or their supporters within its nation the Commonwealth will conduct direct military action. We will not let the nation devolve into a civil war and will ensure the people have the right to choose their own path without threat from their own leader. We expect Gabon to recognize the authority of the CSN and any elections that follow. We will not use military force in this matter unless we are forced to do so. We request that the President of Gabon reconsider his options before he makes a decision that will force the hand of both the EAC and the world.

The convoy the 1st Fleet is escorting is expected to enter port tonight, meaning the fleet could be off of Gabon as early as tomorrow evening. This force includes three guided missile destroyers and multiple air assets, allowing the EAC to conduct strike operations almost anywhere in Gabon. Two amity Fleet Vessels, the Venture and Enterprise are also en-route to the region to attempt direct diplomatic talks and provide aid to anyone in Gabon with medical and food aid.

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| Part 11 Vote Expected Next Month | EAC Stands Ground on Gabon | Residents Near Military Bases 'Tired of Racket' |

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[Greater Persian State]

Tehran Daily Mail

Russian troops coming for your family?
BREAKING: Russia refuses to make neutrality pledge!

Stunning leaks have come from closed door negotiations in Algiers, with rumors circulating that the Russian leadership has refused to pledge neutrality in the event of a Persian-Turkish conflict, with no firm commitment to remain neutral in even a defensive war. Talks have stalled as the Russian delegates have refused to even consider the legitimate and reasonable demands of the Persian government. Across the country, the news has whipped the entire nation into a nationalist fury over the intransigence and lies of the Russian diplomats. Even the free trade liberals of the DUG, perhaps swayed by new economic ties to Australia or truly caught up in the movement, have joined in the mass movement. In cities and towns across the country from western Syria to the eastern edges of Iran, crowds of patriots have rallied behind the flag. Prominent politicians and clerics have all been on all the evening news and radio, denouncing the Russians with shock and dismay. Even prominent Islamists who previously called Akbar a thing of Satan have changed their tunes, as one cleric said "We may have grave disagreements with Akbar, but now we must rally behind him lest the Russian horde run over us."

Akbar's approval, previously hovering in the mid 40s (as opposed to his high 70s at the height of his power) has launched dramatically up to 78%. This news, and that of Russian deployments, Turkish scheming, and economic imperialism has brought a new stability to the Akbar government. So far, no troops have been mobilized or sent to the border, only economic battles have been waged. But for how long can we trust the Russians to stay on their side of the border?



Other Bulletins
-Prominent Russo-Iranians placed under police protection
-Republican Guard drills in Zagros Mountains, "only the best of the army"
-SDU Congress to occur soon, "Davud Akbar Thought" to be enshrined in the constitutions, new ideas to be proposed?
-Castillo: the Good and Bad, but undoubtedly imperialism's worst enemy

[Bengal and Assam]

Police reveals new findings regarding recent terrorist attacks. Foreign links suspected

By, Police-Relations Correspondent, Megumin(Margaret) Kadokawa

The Royal Kawa Constabulary, Bengal’s main territorial police, has this morning, called forth a Press-Con to reveal their latest findings regarding the huge scale investigation into the recent terrorist attack(s), aimed primarily at Kawanese transport infrastructure, mainly bridges and tunnels.
The recent terrorist attacks come during the provocations by Japan, and is seen by many as acts of sabotage by Japanese Special Forces to slow down the mobilization of the Self-Defence Forces, in case of an invasion which remains imminent.

However, the Director-General of the Royal Kawa Constabulary, Daniel Tsung, has revealed that instead of the Japanese, the saboteurs were of “South American Origin”
“During our investigation, witnesses from all across the country have come forward. Many of them were close to the areas where the attacks took place. The majority of them claim to have seen people speaking Spanish or Portuguese a few moments before the incidents. Hence, we believe that the act of sabotage is by a foreign power not of Asiatic origin. Personally, I believe that it’s the Orostanis, since they have got beef with us due to the previous administration of Prime Minister Suguhara mistreating the Orostanis.”

Following the announcement of by the RKC, Prime Minister Itai also addressed reporters at the opening of the Funamori Memorial, dedicated to victims of the terrorist attack that killed many innocent people who were travelling, or living along the Funamori-Dhaka Bridge.
“I would like to congratulate the Constabulary in unearthing evidences linked to these barbaric acts, yes, however, we can’t blindly accuse the Orostanis regarding these tragic attacks. Orostan, as of now, does not present a threat. Keeping my heels on the present, I would say that the Japanese have a higher motive in seeing Kawanese people suffer, than the Orostanis. Regardless, I would like to reach out to the Orostanis, to fix the wrongs done to them by the corrupt administration of Prime Minister Suguhara.”[/align]

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[Grandes Terres]

9th November 2025

Salini Impregilo wins contract to build Rome's second ring road, the Capitale Raccordo Anulare, for Ā5 billion

Today the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport announced the winner of a competition to win the Ā5 billion contract for the construction of a 116km long second ring road for Rome which will be named the Capitale Raccordo Anulare (CRA). The existing ring road, the Grande Raccordo Anulare (GRA), is one of the busiest and most congested highways in the country, receiving over double the amount of traffic is was designed for annually. To help alleviate this congestion, as well as to unlock new land for development, help better connect commuter settlements outside of the GRA and boost economic growth, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has decided that the CRA must be built to ensure that Rome's growing population can be sustainably maintained into the future.

The CRA will consist of 3 lanes in each direction and will have state-of-the-art service station facilities at regular intervals, according to engineers from Salini Impregilo, who say that they are excited to work on this 'once in a lifetime' project of building a ring road around the capital. Rome's first ring road, the GRA, started construction in 1948 but wasn't fully completed until 1970 due to the disjointed nature of the project. Unlike the GRA, funding has been provided for the full construction of the CRA in one complete project, meaning that it has been estimated that it will take only a decade to complete the project, with hopes that it could open in the winter of 2035.

The city government of Rome has already had its jurisdiction extended out to the new boundary that the CRA will create so that development of land that isn't already protected by nature reserves and heritage sites within the CRA can begin before the road itself is completed. Urban planners are concerned about increased traffic caused by developing land before the CRA actually opens, however the city government of Rome has said that heavy development wont begin until after 2035.

Map showing the planned route of the Capitale Raccordo Anulare:

[2nd National Republic]

Ma Ying-jeou wins re-election with 46% of the popular vote

The elections of the 2025 has ended with the re-election of President Ma, leading the National Republican Party to secure 32% of the Legislative Yuan. White this election coming to the end the break-up of the
parties form earlier this year has been found to be better for the non-radical elements of the country as the KMT and CCP stay as minority parties. While the NRP's biggest rival lost some seats and fell behind in
their majority of the Yuan. Ma's last 5 years in office has shown great growth in the Chinese economy, with unemployment and the average income rising. Ma has assured that he will be able to keep his
momentum of growth and stability through his continued presidency.

Navy deploys 5 ships to the Philippines

With the breakout of civil war in the Philippines, the RCN has deployed 5 ships towards the Philippines. It is reported that it is to help evacuate Chinese nationals and foreign visitors from the country. While the
Yuan is discussing the issue President Ma has stated he believes supporting the democratic elements under President Fajardo would be the best for the country. There is hope that the conflict can end quickly in
the neighboring country before it can spread through the country. The RNA has also orders the mobilization of the 7th & 9th Infantry Division.

Expansion of Agricultural Industry

With the expansive mechanization of the agriculture industry, the Agriculture sector has had a giant increase in output. The total land used has also expanded from 10% in 2000 to 11.6% in 2025. This has lead to
a increase of production of all Grain products, like Rice and Wheat. The fishing industry has also scene expansion as the coast has become host to more and more marine fisheries every year to counter depleting
sources globally.

[Greater Persian State]

Tehran Daily Mail

Akbar greets cheering Tehran crowds
Algiers Conference Ends: Peace Secured!

The Algiers Conference has come to an end, with Russians and Persian diplomats heading home. The result, the sanctions are over and stability has returned. Davud Akbar spoke to the assembled international press in Algiers where he spoke of what took place, and outlined the conclusions reached by the two nations and thanked the French for generously hosting a peace conference. He hailed the French as guardians of peace in a difficult world. The deal is as follows:

-Sanctions will immediately be rolled back
-Persia will pledge to avoid military exercises 20 kilometers from the Russian border
-Russia pledges to remain neutral in a Persian War of National Defense Against Turkey

Prime Minister Akbar, in a truly generous gesture, even pledged to direct the state Economic Planning Committee to buy back some sold Ruble from various global firms. The Russian leadership has no doubt back downed over their threats of conflict, and the region can pursue a path of economic development and peace for the future. However, let there be no doubt, that Persia will not hesitate in protecting itself from Neo-Ottoman aggression in defense of the peace we have secured.



Other Bulletins
-Tensions Relax, Anti-Russian Crowds go Home
-High Command, we're planning something "big and exciting"
-SDU Congress Imminent
-UIC release "Report on Reconciliation and Growth" urges emphasis on economic issues and protectionism, move away from Islamism

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Taliscas' foreign policy is very much a continuation of the Palveiro Doctrine

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Oluakemi Taliscas' foreign policy is beginning to take shape.

Semantically, it's a sharp repudiation of the policies of the Sara Palveiro administration. In reality, it's something like a continuation of Palveiro Doctrine -- with of course, some few differences.

On Galicia for example, Taliscas has continued to maintain Portugal's offensive campaign and large number of troops on the border -- a contrast to her campaign promise to resolve the conflict peacefully -- and no time table for withdrawal has been approved. This has gotten a few antiwar protesters marching, and has left many of those Left Coalition voters who ached to see Portugal end "Palveiro's war" feeling frustrated -- or inclined for a moment to change the subject.

On Lebanon, Taliscas has authorized peacekeeping operations consisting of 2,800 Portuguese troops to the democratically transitioning country -- including two fighter squadrons, a provisional air expeditionary wing, two Patriot batteries, AWACS aircraft and a THAAD system -- and is supported by Australia's amphibious carrier, the ANS Canberra, helping in insertion and extraction of Portuguese forces.

This is consistent with her insistence that Lebanon is the "good fight" and with her surprising comment during the campaign that she personally supported Amal Aladeen, Lebanon's first democratically elected President. But Taliscas' decision also makes Lebanon her possible "Palveiro's war" and imposes on her the political necessity of securing favorable results within what voters consider a reasonable time, which Palveiro failed to do in Galicia.

And then there are those semantic changes: Portugal is no longer fighting a "war on terror." Instead, Portugal is conducting "overseas peacekeeping and contingency operations" and as Interior Secretary Cierra Marcelino said, responding to "human-caused disasters."

On some matters, the Taliscas administration is trying to make substantive as well as semantic changes, some out of an impulse, common in most new administrations, to renounce the ideas of the previous administration.

In the meantime, an administration of a party that called for respecting our allies has shown disrespect to some and is not getting much respect from others. The administration is touting its revival of the Portuguese-Japanese relationship, while the Japanese Directorate continues to wage aggression against the Bengal State. It has continued to offend Persia and Zackaroth, despite its promises to undo the diplomatic damage of the Palveiro years. It was cornered to obey a CSN measure limiting the number of Portuguese military units in Lebanon. President Taliscas received a frosty reception in Canada, which the Palveiro administration had courted so much in an attempt to distance Portugal from French and German reliance. The administration is yet reset Portugal's relationship with Russia -- despite joining the DEU, Palveiro-era Russian sanctions have not been lifted.

These are rookie mistakes, perhaps, and probably mendable in time. But as Taliscas embarked on her first presidential tour spanning three continents, she seemed to face a reception considerably less enthusiastic than what she got from defeating Sara Palveiro in the last election. Continued sour relations with South America? Most Portuguese are not interested. Military assistance in the "good fight" in Lebanon? Sorry, our troops are occupied elsewhere.

So this new administration, like others, is running into reality. Much of the Taliscas foreign policy seems sensible, and, well, every administration makes some mistakes. But many Portuguese wonder whether it will turn out to be a political asset. Continued military efforts in Galicia and Lebanon could disillusion left-wing antiwar voters who flocked to the polls in 2024. And to the extent that the Taliscas term is the second Palveiro second term, recall that after her confrontationist first term, Palveiro did not win re-election and her attempt to turn accommodationist clobbered her party's majority in Parliament. But prediction in these times is perilous, though not as perilous as the unknown dangers Portugal may face ahead.

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Portuguese Government to unveil its proposed peace-deal for Galicia soon

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The office of the Secretary of State for Defense and the Secretary of State for Foreign and Lusophone Affairs have scheduled a joint-press conference to informed the public of the government's plans for an end to the Galician conflict tomorrow. Internal leaks suggest the in-fighting within the government is responsible for the long delay.

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The last man standing is a woman: Carin Filipe is Os Conservadores' new leader

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The Conservatives (Os Conservadores) have been in shambles since the 2024 elections. Now, it seems Conservatives finally got smart: they’ve enlisted one of 2019’s most promising political stars to capitalize on the chaos.

After a disastrous team-up with Sara Palveiro's Frente Nacional (now CHEGA!) back in the 2024 General elections and a trio of scandals embroiled the party’s top leaders in a cesspool of allegations of racism and sexual assault, all three have been forced out and resigned. With an embarrassingly slow response from newly elected paragons of the party, The Conservatives’ future is hanging in the balance.

Now, a hopeful yet scattered Os Conservadores is attempting to take advantage of the fiasco and regain influence in a country that has tilted back to centrism. As they mount a more organized attempt to sway Portuguese back to the center-right, Conservative strategists have found someone to lead the charge. They’ve tapped former presidential candidate Carin Filipe.

During the 2019 Presidential Election, Filipe made headlines and surged in national popularity for her hard-hitting debate performances. She skewered political foes like late-President Marcelo de Sousa and John Barcelos and rebuked, to more than 15 seconds of thunderous applause, and Sara Palveiro’s ill-informed comments. Even amid waning poll numbers, Filipe established herself as one of the most articulate and passionate communicators of Conservative values and policy.

Though she has yet to hold political office, she’s a savvy political navigator, the kind the Conservatives could use right about now. Thanks to her tenure as chairwoman of the Security Intelligence Service’s external advisory board and her post-Lisboa and Norte attacks work with the SIS, SIED, Interior and Defense Ministry, late-President Sousa considered Filipe for Interior Secretary if he had won a second term, as an act of bi-partisanship. In 2024, her name was again floated as a potential challenger to Sara Palveiro, but she declined to run against such a firmly established politician who had become a household name.

The party doesn't have much cause for worry over skeletons in Filipe’s closet, as she’s already been vetted as a candidate during her previous political campaigns. With her business background as the CEO of a major tech company and chair of multiple nonprofit organizations, she’s extremely well-credentialed for an executive position. While many media outlets criticized her tenure as a top coporate official, others defended her business decisions as shrewd and successful over the long term.

Filipe has devoted her most recent efforts to leadership initiatives, but she is still involved in politics as a commentator, and her leadership is a possible bigwin for the Conservatives. While CHEGA! (formerly the Frente Nacional) is scrambling to dismiss accusations of hypocrisy and desperation to hold onto their power, Conservatives have an opportunity to denounce the far-right they once disastrous partnered with and prove they’re the party of Portugal’s future. With a tested leader and skilled communicator like Filipe spearheading the movement, they have everything they need to claim it.

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2025 Elections: The Results

9/11/2025 - 22:31 Clarin.com | Politics |

The 2025 elections have been called, marking the end of the election season and the beginning of new terms! San Martinia must await a runoff election next month as no candidate received a majority of the votes. In the lead was current President Carlos Sánchez, endorsed by the Alliance for Change political coalition, with just over 40% of the national total. Trailing closely behind was Senator Sofia Martínez of the New Majority alliance, with 37% of the votes. Surprisingly, Deputy Pedro Castro of the Popular Front received 10% of the votes, representing a sharp spike in left-wing voters. Senator Matias Álvarez, a member of the Christian Democratic Party, was in last place, with just 7% of the votes.

The runoff election will be between President Carlos Sánchez and Senator Sofia Martínez, who received the largest shares of votes. They also represent the two largest political coalitions in the nation, with the Alliance for Change espousing an ideology of liberal conservatism, in contrast to the New Majority's proponents of social democracy and social liberalism.

The unprecedentedly close results between the two candidates is likely due to a number of factors. Although President Sánchez earned praise from his voting bloc for ending the unimpeded flow of refugees from the various African conflicts, his endorsement of the now-failed abortion bill and his "weak" response to arson from Mapuche groups received criticism, with most agreeing with Senator Martínez's claims that such moves were simply attempts to garner more center-left votes. These alienated many voters, especially members of the far-right Republican Party. Additionally, the unadressed issues of villas miserias (slums) in major cities and rising unemployment as part of the global recession kept such center-left voters from giving their support.

Meanwhile, Senator Martínez's promises to reduce social inequality encouraged many registered members of her alliance's parties to vote for her. This support increased with endorsements from various feminists groups due to her expansive plans to fight domestic violence and legalize abortion, which is currently greatly restricted. Despite this, her share of the vote was unexpectedly lower than President Sánchez's. This is most likely because of her controversial foreign policy, which would see San Martinia as a truly non-aligned nation in the global cold war, rather than a nominal one that was more pro-Europe. Many saw such a policy as dangerous and beneficial not to San Martinia, but to the FSR. Additionally, the endorsement of former President Salamanca may have encouraged supporters of left-wing populism to vote for her, but it also discouraged others, due to Salamanca's severely damaged reputation in the terrorist attack responsibility scandal and her personal crusade against the media. Senator Martínez’s harsh condemnation of the influence of the Catholic Church and support for much stricter church-state separation, alongside her support for abortion, explained the increased voting share of the Christian Democratic Party.

The announcement of the runoff election has energized both candidates into encouraging their bases to vote, with a lesser focus on voters for Deputy Castro and Senator Álvarez, who are expected to turn their votes to Senator Martínez and President Sánchez, respectively. President Sánchez has announced that any further attacks by Mapuche activists would result in immediate arrest, with the perpetrators to be considered terrorists under the law. He has also promised the eviction of Villa 31, a villa miseria in Buenos Aires which lies on what is considered "prime real estate" due to the neighboring Retiro metro and rail hub and coast of the Río de la Plata and close proximity to the financial centers and skyscrapers. Senator Martínez, on the other hand, has begun distancing herself from former President Salamanca, asserting that she "firmly believes in the freedom of the press" and "does not support political censoring.” She also outlined green initiatives to increase protected areas in the Patagonian Pacific coast and shut down a number of natural gas plants.

Regardless of the presidential election, the makeup of the legislature has greatly changed. In the Senate, the Alliance for Change lost an astonishing 8 seats, now having 33 seats, compared to the New Majority's 35 (which increased by 3 seats), the Popular Front's 9 (which increased by 2 seats), the Christian Democratic Party's 6 (which increased by 2 seats), and three independent Senators. In the Chamber of Deputies, changes were less drastic. The Alliance for Change lost twelve seats, leaving it with 171, while the New Majority gained five, now having 159 seats, the Popular Front gained three, now having has 47 seats, and the Christian Democratic Party gained four, now having 35 seats. As a result, whoever wins the presidential runoff will have to deal with a split National Assembly for at least the next two years.

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In Other News: Russo-Persian peace agreement praised by all; Where's the Hyper Democratic Party?; Philippines and Bengal mark two new conflict zones in peaceful Asia