GoobNES01: Fallout [Third Thread]
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Stormbringer
The Brick and The Rose
not much actually. Sheep is being an idiot as usual and basically declared war on Russia. Once the update comes you will see the results of that. That was probably the biggest news, for me at least.
Really old joke, but apropriate for right now:
-Why are there no Arabs in Star Trek?
-Because it is set in the future.
Really old joke, but apropriate for right now:
-Why are there no Arabs in Star Trek?
-Because it is set in the future.
alex994
Hail Divine Emperor!
lol, arabs don't mean all of the middle east does it?
4000 posts!
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4000 posts!
Kozmos
Jew Detective
Things have been set in motion.Ha joke.
EDIT:Woot my 666th post
really nice this was my last day of school,I had lotz of funz with ma friends,and I only sustained minor physical damage yay!!!Though I did drink like 4 liters of coke and ate 2 kgs of icecream lol.
EDIT:Woot my 666th post
really nice this was my last day of school,I had lotz of funz with ma friends,and I only sustained minor physical damage yay!!!Though I did drink like 4 liters of coke and ate 2 kgs of icecream lol.WarlordMatt
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Goober, starting tomorrow I'll be gone for 2 weeks, so basically I want you to steadily increase the economy, industry, and military of my nation while I'm gone. Please don't burn it to the ground 
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blackheart
unenlightened
WarlordMatt said:Goober, starting tomorrow I'll be gone for 2 weeks, so basically I want you to steadily increase the economy, industry, and military of my nation while I'm gone. Please don't burn it to the ground
So now is the time to strike against him!
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Goober are you ever going to update? I don't like this new "Social" life you took up 
Goober
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GoobNES01: Fallout Update 18, Rise of Nationalism?
World Weekly News, December 31st, 1984
Historians detecting trend towards Nationalism
Historians and Analysts around the world are noticing a distinct trend in the world towards Nationalism, that is, pride in your nation, and regarding your nation and your nation's interests over all others. Nations like Russia, the USA, Poland, Finland, Norway, the USE, the UIS, and others have been seeing this trend represented in their Governments, as Nationalistic governments are getting elected more frequently. These Governments tend to be right-wing, but are not always. Historians do warn that this might lead to a situation of intense nationalism around the world, which will lead to military clashes. Others say that this trend will not continue, and the era of peace being enjoyed around the world will most likely continue, perhaps forever. Whatever happens, it is an interesting and unique phenomenon, say all Historians, and one that will have a significant impact on things to come.
Communism falls in Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, clashes in Albania
The Communist Regimes in Czechoslovakia and Bulgaria have been brought down, in both cases in large part to massive protests by students and the young against the Governments. The sheer numbers of protesters demanding change was simply too much to bear for the weak Bulgarian Regime, which simply crumbled, leaving Bulgaria in a near state of anarchy. Russian and USE forces moved in to restore order, along with Greek forces, and they are now forming an interim Bulgar Government to hold elections. This poor nation has never been very stable, and used to be heavily dependent on Russia before Communism fell in that nation as well. In Czechoslovakia, it was not so much of a revolution, as the very Liberal Communist Administration in that nation simply holding elections, which resulted in the people choosing a Capitalist Government that is conducting radical changes in Czechoslovakia. Czechoslovakia has always been quite a unique Communist nation in that it had a good economy, a relatively high standard of living, and was very free, with many civil liberties. Now it is a democracy, and while its economy is down for the time being, Foreign investors are likely lined up to come back to the nation and conduct business. In Albania, the same student protest as was done in Czechoslovakia and Bulgaria was tried, but it failed miserably and bloody as the Police and Military dispersed the crowds by force, killing upwards of 300 demonstrators demanding democracy, accuses Amnesty International. The regime has locked down the country, with the Military firmly in control, imposing a curfew, and suspending many civil liberties. Albania's economy has been severely damaged, as many nations suspended trading with the poor Communist regime. The current situation is one of martial law, with most foreigners fleeing the country. Diplomatic staff has been severely limited by almost all nations, and diplomatic ties cut in some cases. The situation remains dire.
Pro-Russian Polish Nationalist party sweeps Polish Elections!
In Poland today, it was a surprising win for the Polish Nationalistic, pro-Russian Liberty Party. This party was the only one in Poland's political scenes advocating for Poland to become strong and free by itself, by building a strong military and strong economy. It also advocated for Poland to become closer to Russia, with whom Poland experienced some rough times nearly 15 years ago, as it accused Russia of trying to entice a Communist Revolution in Poland. The Liberty Party also raised the alarm bells over Germany, Poland's neighbor, which has moved far to the right in recent years. They claimed that Droeger might have designs on Poland, and that Russia, which is, as they pointed out, a fully democratic nation AND a superpower, would help Poland if Poland needed help against the Germans. It seems that time has yet to heal this particular wound. Poland will likely approach Russia in the near future on items of trade, military pacts, and general cooperation.
Intense Hurricanes devastate Florida, Southeastern USA
1984 will go down in history as the worst year for Hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea ever. A grand total of 12 Hurricanes hit the region, which is not the worst, but these were very powerful storms. There were other smaller systems, like tropical storms, but those did not do much damage, besides some flooding. There was no less then 3, 4 according to some researchers, category 5 hurricanes, 2 of which hit the USA, and the other Mexico. Florida was the worst hit, with no region of this panhandle being spared. The damage did not stop there, Eastern Mexico was hit, Jamaica was severely hit, as well as many island in the Greater Antilles. The USA called in 2 of its Aircraft Carriers at the end of it to start the clean-up, which is rare. About 2,000 people were directly killed by hurricanes, only about 100 in the USA thanks to evacuations, and the USA's modern infrastructure, but in the other hit regions, people were not so lucky. 30 billion dollars of damage (OOC 3 ecos to rebuild) was done to the USA, which has bankrupted some Insurance Companies, and left many others with massive bills. Armies in all the regions are helping to clean-up. Scientists say that they cannot explain why the season was so bad here, it was regular in other hurricane prone-parts of the world, but they do say that this could be linked to a distinct warming trend in the world.
Heavy Flooding devastates parts of China
China has been hit by the worst flooding on record, and this is entirely due to rain levels which have been way, way above normal. Heavy Rains prompted rivers to overflow their banks, and flood low-lying areas. Farmers, and others, have been forced to flee their livelihood, and flee, and are only now returning to see the damage. Aver 3 million were forced from their homes at one point, which was a major problem for the authorities. Chinese authorities reacted with the largest response the world has seen, moving thousands of trucks and vehicles into the region, and calling in the army. Now that the waters have receded, experts are warning that this could be a trend, and that China needs to spend heavily to ensure that the infrastructure is in place to stop this sort of event in the future. About 12 billion (OOC - 1 eco) was needed to start rebuilding efforts.
Heat Wave hits Eastern Europe
In a rare event, a short-lived heat Wave, lasting only 3 weeks during the height of summer, hit Eastern Europe, bring humidity, and causing temperatures to soar. It hit Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Southwestern Russia particularly hard, and temperatures climbed to 37 degrees celcius, breaking records. It did not last long, and people seemed to enjoy it as a relaxing break from the usual cold weather in that part of the world. Weather Experts did not come to any conclusion as to why this event occurred.
Euro becoming currency of choice as more countries adopt new currency
The Euro, the proposed United European Currency by the USE has been adopted and is in use by 5 more countries, as Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Poland adopt this currency. The Euro is quite popular, not only because it is quite valuable and has been doing well in Financial Markets (OOC Because I and many of you do not even try to understand these types of things, I am NOT going to include them in this game. Having a standardized currency is good for business though, and will make your economies go up, from what I understand.). but also because it is so useful. People from one European Country can go to another, and not have to do the dreaded currency exchange. The Republic of Cyprus is holding a referendum early next year on whether to adopt this currency, but many say it will pass. Bulgaria might adopt it in the future, but there are few countries left in Europe to adopt it, since the USE swallowed many of them up. (OOC Nice job, Josef, you swallowed so many countries, there are not many left to adopt the Euro)
Member of the British Royal Family regains the Throne of the UK
The British Royal Family lives on, so it seems, after Historians, and several radio and TV documentaries, found a surviving member of the British Royal Family. In a ceremony, King Mark I was crowned the King of the United Kingdom. He, of course, has no real powers, but he is once again King in the UK, and only the UK, which adopted a Constitutional Monarchy system of Government, different then other states of the USE, with the support of the USE. The English suffered the worse after World War III, and were nearly wiped out, but are now returning to rebuild and live in their homeland again. Their new King will probably bring back many memories of better times before WWIII. Nations that used to recognize the British Monarchy are doing so again. SEAR recognizes the King as their Head of State, and Acadia, which has changed both those nation's system of Government. Rumor is swirling that the former Canadian Provinces that are now part of the USA are considering such a maneuver, but that would cause some serious Constitutional issues in the USA, as, legally, those former Canadian provinces cannot consider the UK Monarch to be their Head of State. The support is there by a majority of the people in those states, but it would create a significant crisis if those 5 states even tried to do such a thing. BC would likely be the one to lead the way, being the more rebellious state, according to analysts.
Struggling nation of Benelux to hold Referendum on future.
Benelux, which has struggled from crisis to crisis since its inception, is set to hold a referendum on its future. The nation, a union of Denmark and Belgium, has endured political, financial, and military crisis since its inception. Its economy has lagged, its military and people divided, and its politics anything but stable. Polls should that over 60% of Beneluxans are unhappy with the union, but also a majority of Beneluxans do not want to go back to their old countries. A National Referendum will be held next year, and the options shall be to remain the nation as is, to split back to Belgium and Denmark, or to seek a union with a surrounding nation, probably the USE, but perhaps Germany. Polls show Beneluxans evenly split on the proposals, but the last looks to be the one that has the most support. We will keep you updated on the situation.
Korea, Mexico conduct more Nuclear Tests
Defying International Condemnation, and International Sanctions, Korea and Mexico are continuing testing their Nuclear Arsenal, and sending a message to the world that they are prepared to kill millions if they are attacked. Korea and Mexico are in a close union, both of those nations being Stalinist Communist nations, with the military firmly in charge of the nation. Korea, which has around 35-40 nuclear Weapons, tested a nuke on a small island of its coast by firing it with a short range missile. The test worked perfectly, but caused Japan to go on high alert, and prepare for the worst. Korea has since promised to inform nations of its Nuclear Tests, but few expect them to honour that promise. Meanwhile, Mexico, which has around 5 Nuclear Weapons, tested 2 low-yield devices. These are crude, small bombs, but still deadly. They detonated one in a remote desert in their interior, and one on a small island in the Pacific. Tensions have ratcheted between Mexico and the USA, and both nations have sealed and militarized their common border. In the USA, many are saying that the Mexican Regime should be pre-emptively attacked, since Mexico threatens America's security. Republicans are the ones leading the charge to war, and officials are beginning to beat the war drums. Polls show Americans are wary of invading Mexico, because it would not only be a long and costly war, in terms of lives, that is, but it would look like America was being an Imperialist Power. Also, Democrats note that Mexico has no short range missiles capable of delivering those Nukes to an American City.
SEAR formed!
A new nation has some into being, and that is the SEAR, or South East Asian Republic. It is a union between Papua New Guinea and Australia, and it creates a fairly powerful nation. The reasoning for this new nation is that it will be better able to repair the damage done to Australia, but also be a significant Military power, which should stifle Suharto's ongoing ambitions to reclaim PNG as part of Indonesia. The first Government elected is a fairly centrist, moderate government, with a PNG leader. SEAR has also announced that they will recognize the UK Monarch as their Head of State again.
Chinese Supreme Court strikes down anti-Gambling Law
In China today, a stunning revelation has taken place. The Chinese anti-Gambling Laws have been declared illegal, and unconstitutional by the Chinese Supreme Court, and thus no longer taking effect, making Gambling legal in China. However, polls show that 65% of Chinese think that Gambling is evil, and should be banned, so this SC decision puts the Chinese population in conflict with its top legal experts. In their decision, the Supreme Court urged the Government to make Laws making Gambling legal for adults only, and only in certain places. Also, they urged the Government to put restrictions on the forms of Gambling, and times, and such. Gambling has been illegal in China for a long time, but some individuals and companies have challenged that, saying that, according to the Chinese Constitution, Gambling cannot be made illegal. The Chinese SC reluctantly agreed, from a legal standpoint, and it is now up to the Government to try and do something about this reversal of fortunes.
World Weekly News, December 31st, 1984
Historians detecting trend towards Nationalism
Historians and Analysts around the world are noticing a distinct trend in the world towards Nationalism, that is, pride in your nation, and regarding your nation and your nation's interests over all others. Nations like Russia, the USA, Poland, Finland, Norway, the USE, the UIS, and others have been seeing this trend represented in their Governments, as Nationalistic governments are getting elected more frequently. These Governments tend to be right-wing, but are not always. Historians do warn that this might lead to a situation of intense nationalism around the world, which will lead to military clashes. Others say that this trend will not continue, and the era of peace being enjoyed around the world will most likely continue, perhaps forever. Whatever happens, it is an interesting and unique phenomenon, say all Historians, and one that will have a significant impact on things to come.
Communism falls in Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, clashes in Albania
The Communist Regimes in Czechoslovakia and Bulgaria have been brought down, in both cases in large part to massive protests by students and the young against the Governments. The sheer numbers of protesters demanding change was simply too much to bear for the weak Bulgarian Regime, which simply crumbled, leaving Bulgaria in a near state of anarchy. Russian and USE forces moved in to restore order, along with Greek forces, and they are now forming an interim Bulgar Government to hold elections. This poor nation has never been very stable, and used to be heavily dependent on Russia before Communism fell in that nation as well. In Czechoslovakia, it was not so much of a revolution, as the very Liberal Communist Administration in that nation simply holding elections, which resulted in the people choosing a Capitalist Government that is conducting radical changes in Czechoslovakia. Czechoslovakia has always been quite a unique Communist nation in that it had a good economy, a relatively high standard of living, and was very free, with many civil liberties. Now it is a democracy, and while its economy is down for the time being, Foreign investors are likely lined up to come back to the nation and conduct business. In Albania, the same student protest as was done in Czechoslovakia and Bulgaria was tried, but it failed miserably and bloody as the Police and Military dispersed the crowds by force, killing upwards of 300 demonstrators demanding democracy, accuses Amnesty International. The regime has locked down the country, with the Military firmly in control, imposing a curfew, and suspending many civil liberties. Albania's economy has been severely damaged, as many nations suspended trading with the poor Communist regime. The current situation is one of martial law, with most foreigners fleeing the country. Diplomatic staff has been severely limited by almost all nations, and diplomatic ties cut in some cases. The situation remains dire.
Pro-Russian Polish Nationalist party sweeps Polish Elections!
In Poland today, it was a surprising win for the Polish Nationalistic, pro-Russian Liberty Party. This party was the only one in Poland's political scenes advocating for Poland to become strong and free by itself, by building a strong military and strong economy. It also advocated for Poland to become closer to Russia, with whom Poland experienced some rough times nearly 15 years ago, as it accused Russia of trying to entice a Communist Revolution in Poland. The Liberty Party also raised the alarm bells over Germany, Poland's neighbor, which has moved far to the right in recent years. They claimed that Droeger might have designs on Poland, and that Russia, which is, as they pointed out, a fully democratic nation AND a superpower, would help Poland if Poland needed help against the Germans. It seems that time has yet to heal this particular wound. Poland will likely approach Russia in the near future on items of trade, military pacts, and general cooperation.
Intense Hurricanes devastate Florida, Southeastern USA
1984 will go down in history as the worst year for Hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea ever. A grand total of 12 Hurricanes hit the region, which is not the worst, but these were very powerful storms. There were other smaller systems, like tropical storms, but those did not do much damage, besides some flooding. There was no less then 3, 4 according to some researchers, category 5 hurricanes, 2 of which hit the USA, and the other Mexico. Florida was the worst hit, with no region of this panhandle being spared. The damage did not stop there, Eastern Mexico was hit, Jamaica was severely hit, as well as many island in the Greater Antilles. The USA called in 2 of its Aircraft Carriers at the end of it to start the clean-up, which is rare. About 2,000 people were directly killed by hurricanes, only about 100 in the USA thanks to evacuations, and the USA's modern infrastructure, but in the other hit regions, people were not so lucky. 30 billion dollars of damage (OOC 3 ecos to rebuild) was done to the USA, which has bankrupted some Insurance Companies, and left many others with massive bills. Armies in all the regions are helping to clean-up. Scientists say that they cannot explain why the season was so bad here, it was regular in other hurricane prone-parts of the world, but they do say that this could be linked to a distinct warming trend in the world.
Heavy Flooding devastates parts of China
China has been hit by the worst flooding on record, and this is entirely due to rain levels which have been way, way above normal. Heavy Rains prompted rivers to overflow their banks, and flood low-lying areas. Farmers, and others, have been forced to flee their livelihood, and flee, and are only now returning to see the damage. Aver 3 million were forced from their homes at one point, which was a major problem for the authorities. Chinese authorities reacted with the largest response the world has seen, moving thousands of trucks and vehicles into the region, and calling in the army. Now that the waters have receded, experts are warning that this could be a trend, and that China needs to spend heavily to ensure that the infrastructure is in place to stop this sort of event in the future. About 12 billion (OOC - 1 eco) was needed to start rebuilding efforts.
Heat Wave hits Eastern Europe
In a rare event, a short-lived heat Wave, lasting only 3 weeks during the height of summer, hit Eastern Europe, bring humidity, and causing temperatures to soar. It hit Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Southwestern Russia particularly hard, and temperatures climbed to 37 degrees celcius, breaking records. It did not last long, and people seemed to enjoy it as a relaxing break from the usual cold weather in that part of the world. Weather Experts did not come to any conclusion as to why this event occurred.
Euro becoming currency of choice as more countries adopt new currency
The Euro, the proposed United European Currency by the USE has been adopted and is in use by 5 more countries, as Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Poland adopt this currency. The Euro is quite popular, not only because it is quite valuable and has been doing well in Financial Markets (OOC Because I and many of you do not even try to understand these types of things, I am NOT going to include them in this game. Having a standardized currency is good for business though, and will make your economies go up, from what I understand.). but also because it is so useful. People from one European Country can go to another, and not have to do the dreaded currency exchange. The Republic of Cyprus is holding a referendum early next year on whether to adopt this currency, but many say it will pass. Bulgaria might adopt it in the future, but there are few countries left in Europe to adopt it, since the USE swallowed many of them up. (OOC Nice job, Josef, you swallowed so many countries, there are not many left to adopt the Euro)
Member of the British Royal Family regains the Throne of the UK
The British Royal Family lives on, so it seems, after Historians, and several radio and TV documentaries, found a surviving member of the British Royal Family. In a ceremony, King Mark I was crowned the King of the United Kingdom. He, of course, has no real powers, but he is once again King in the UK, and only the UK, which adopted a Constitutional Monarchy system of Government, different then other states of the USE, with the support of the USE. The English suffered the worse after World War III, and were nearly wiped out, but are now returning to rebuild and live in their homeland again. Their new King will probably bring back many memories of better times before WWIII. Nations that used to recognize the British Monarchy are doing so again. SEAR recognizes the King as their Head of State, and Acadia, which has changed both those nation's system of Government. Rumor is swirling that the former Canadian Provinces that are now part of the USA are considering such a maneuver, but that would cause some serious Constitutional issues in the USA, as, legally, those former Canadian provinces cannot consider the UK Monarch to be their Head of State. The support is there by a majority of the people in those states, but it would create a significant crisis if those 5 states even tried to do such a thing. BC would likely be the one to lead the way, being the more rebellious state, according to analysts.
Struggling nation of Benelux to hold Referendum on future.
Benelux, which has struggled from crisis to crisis since its inception, is set to hold a referendum on its future. The nation, a union of Denmark and Belgium, has endured political, financial, and military crisis since its inception. Its economy has lagged, its military and people divided, and its politics anything but stable. Polls should that over 60% of Beneluxans are unhappy with the union, but also a majority of Beneluxans do not want to go back to their old countries. A National Referendum will be held next year, and the options shall be to remain the nation as is, to split back to Belgium and Denmark, or to seek a union with a surrounding nation, probably the USE, but perhaps Germany. Polls show Beneluxans evenly split on the proposals, but the last looks to be the one that has the most support. We will keep you updated on the situation.
Korea, Mexico conduct more Nuclear Tests
Defying International Condemnation, and International Sanctions, Korea and Mexico are continuing testing their Nuclear Arsenal, and sending a message to the world that they are prepared to kill millions if they are attacked. Korea and Mexico are in a close union, both of those nations being Stalinist Communist nations, with the military firmly in charge of the nation. Korea, which has around 35-40 nuclear Weapons, tested a nuke on a small island of its coast by firing it with a short range missile. The test worked perfectly, but caused Japan to go on high alert, and prepare for the worst. Korea has since promised to inform nations of its Nuclear Tests, but few expect them to honour that promise. Meanwhile, Mexico, which has around 5 Nuclear Weapons, tested 2 low-yield devices. These are crude, small bombs, but still deadly. They detonated one in a remote desert in their interior, and one on a small island in the Pacific. Tensions have ratcheted between Mexico and the USA, and both nations have sealed and militarized their common border. In the USA, many are saying that the Mexican Regime should be pre-emptively attacked, since Mexico threatens America's security. Republicans are the ones leading the charge to war, and officials are beginning to beat the war drums. Polls show Americans are wary of invading Mexico, because it would not only be a long and costly war, in terms of lives, that is, but it would look like America was being an Imperialist Power. Also, Democrats note that Mexico has no short range missiles capable of delivering those Nukes to an American City.
SEAR formed!
A new nation has some into being, and that is the SEAR, or South East Asian Republic. It is a union between Papua New Guinea and Australia, and it creates a fairly powerful nation. The reasoning for this new nation is that it will be better able to repair the damage done to Australia, but also be a significant Military power, which should stifle Suharto's ongoing ambitions to reclaim PNG as part of Indonesia. The first Government elected is a fairly centrist, moderate government, with a PNG leader. SEAR has also announced that they will recognize the UK Monarch as their Head of State again.
Chinese Supreme Court strikes down anti-Gambling Law
In China today, a stunning revelation has taken place. The Chinese anti-Gambling Laws have been declared illegal, and unconstitutional by the Chinese Supreme Court, and thus no longer taking effect, making Gambling legal in China. However, polls show that 65% of Chinese think that Gambling is evil, and should be banned, so this SC decision puts the Chinese population in conflict with its top legal experts. In their decision, the Supreme Court urged the Government to make Laws making Gambling legal for adults only, and only in certain places. Also, they urged the Government to put restrictions on the forms of Gambling, and times, and such. Gambling has been illegal in China for a long time, but some individuals and companies have challenged that, saying that, according to the Chinese Constitution, Gambling cannot be made illegal. The Chinese SC reluctantly agreed, from a legal standpoint, and it is now up to the Government to try and do something about this reversal of fortunes.
Goober
Turning Right ...
American Supreme Court makes Abortions legal
In the USA, an issue which has been dogging the nation for quite some time has been answered. Abortion, or medically halting a pregnancy, resulting in the death of the fetus, has been declared legal by the US Supreme Court in all of the USA. Before, it was legal only in most Northern and Western states, which are generally more Liberal. In the South and East, the more Religious, Conservative part of the country, it was illegal, and considered wrong, a sin, and even a murder to abort a fetus. Nothing has changed in the half of the country that allowed abortions previously, but in the other half of the country, all hell broke lose, almost literally. Massive Demonstrations broke out, with hundreds of thousands chanting, waving flags and signs, and demanding that the Government stop this in its tracks. But the US Government cannot, since the Supreme Court is the final arbitrator in this situation. In the South, there is public anger. Abortion Clinics have been opened across the Southern USA, but there has been protest, sometimes violent, as people demand that what they see as a genocide of innocents be stopped. Abortion Clinics have been picketed, attacked, and firebombed, in some extremes. Public Anger is spilling over, but there is little that can be done. Analysts say that this might turn out to be a long-term issue, as many millions are deeply opposed to the idea, and they have the backing of the church. Pope John Paul II visited the USA, and publicly condemned the decision, but the US SC has remained firm and unyielding, declaring their decision to be made in the eyes of Law, not through the Bible, and that, in a secular nation, that is how things should be done.
Quebec chooses DemoCommunism, new Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Quebec held a Referendum on the future of the nation, and the results have shocked, well, not really anybody. Quebec has chosen to change its social and political system to be one of DemoCommunism, where there is a Communist system of delivering services to the public, but where the leaders are elected, like in a Democracy. This has drawn anger from the neighbour of Quebec, the USA, who publicly is against Communism, in any form, but Quebec does not seem to care, and, in fact, defying the USA seems to have been the message Quebecers sent, with over 72% choosing the new form of Government. Quebecers also chose to ratify their new Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, or CHRF. Amnesty International has hailed this document as the example to the world of how Human Rights should be administered in Law. Other nations are considering copying what Quebec has done, including several European nations, and some US States.
Reports coming out that Christian Churches close to Uniting
Reports and rumors have been swirling that the Christian Churches, such as the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, Protestant, etc. might be close to uniting into one unified Christian Church. The Pope, John Paul II, has been spending a lot of his time in secret, high-level meetings, with church officials from around the world. Experts do not know what they could possibly agree upon, but they could come up with a system whereby they joined into one Church, which had their headquarters possibly in Jerusalem, or Bethlehem, considered by Christians the world over as the birthplace of their Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. They would probably have the world divided into regions, and the Christians in those regions could elect officials to represent them, like Cardinals in the Roman Catholic Church. Those Cardinals would presumably elect one Leader from among them, such as the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church. Experts agree that a unified Christian Church could be a force to be contended with, as long as they could agree on contentious issues, such as Homosexuality, Abortion, Contraceptives, and Divorce. For now, these rumors remain merely rumors, but everything, say Experts, could be on the table.
Large-scale demographic transition in Mindanao
In the Autonomous Republic of Mindanao, large-scale social demographic shifts are taking place, and they are largely an accelerated version of what has occurred in the Philippines over the last several years. Instead of Muslims leaving Mindanao, to seek other places to live, and Christians being persuaded to move to Mindanao, now former Muslims are moving back to their old homes in Mindanao, and in the thousands, and Christians are leaving the island, citing reasons of discrimination against them by Muslims. Generally, the concept of Mindanao has been well-received by Filipinos, who have long suffered under violence by Muslims demanding a separate state. Violence has dropped dramatically, and is now at levels considered normal around the world. Companies are coming back to the Philippines, generally to exploit their cheap labour, but also to set up shop to sell to the Philippines population. The Filipino economy is growing steadily. (OOC will increase next turn) The Filipino Government has angered some by sticking to an official commitment of wanting Mindanao to unify with the Philippines again, but the majority of Filipinos are against it, saying things are better now, and almost all experts unanimously agree it's not going to happen.
Nigeria and Cameroon unite!
Nigeria and Cameroon have done what many expected for a long time, they have united to form the new nation of Nigeria-Cameroon. It was a union more based on sheer logic then anything else. Here were 2 African Nations, one very poor, another recovering from a war won against the African Federation, albeit at great cost. Citizens in Cameroon and Nigeria did not protest the union, although there were minor demonstrations. But all citizens are expecting life to get better for this new nation, which is mostly impoverished, but, being a Democracy in Africa, who has shown itself to be relatively corruption-free, it should be able to attract lots of Foreign Investment, and then grow to have the resources needed to provide the people with the stability and prosperity that they really want. This union, most agree, has been done with the best intentions of the Nigerian and Cameroon people at heart.
UIS and Russia seem on path to war, as each accuses other of espionage and sabotage
The UIS and Russia seem to be on the verge of an all-out shooting war. neither side has started any actual shooting, which is a good thing, say analysts, but they are very close. Relations between the 2 neighbours have soured to the point where they almost refuse to communicate. The UIS have been accusing Russia of spying and sabotage in the UIS, and the UISIA, the UIS Intelligence Agency, has stepped up actions against the seemingly random attacks in the UIS, and are claiming that the KGB is behind it. They shocked the world when they held a trial of more then 50 suspects, and imprisoned most of them. They campaign seems to be working, as the attacks in the UIS are decreasing, which is good for the citizens of the UIS. Russia meanwhile has accused the UIS of illegally imprisoning and torturing its citizens, which the UIS has fiercely denied. The border between the 2 remains firmly sealed shut, which leaves the UIS to rely on other parts of the world for trade. Of course, the USE, USA, and others around the world are only too happy to trade with the UIS, so that is not a huge problem.
Companies, Skilled Workers continue to flee AF
The African Federation, which is now a totally totalitarian Fascist Regime, and very similar to Hitler's Regime in many ways, continues to face an exodus of Companies fleeing this nation, and skilled employees. Scientists, Technicians, Doctors, nurses, Teachers, anybody with money is trying to flee the hated and feared Impis, and other Security Forces, who routinely terrorize the population. They are fleeing mostly across the largely unguarded AF border with its neighbours. Reports are coming in that the AF Missile Program has been largely disabled, along with many other AF military programs, because the people that operated those have fled. In other AF news, employment has hit a new low of 20%, as millions lose their jobs, and become impoverished and destitute. pro-Fascist propaganda is everywhere, on the radio, in the schools, everywhere. Reported demonstrations have been squashed by the secret police, who rule with an iron fist. The nation is on the road to collapse, if it were not for its Impis.
Instability in Romania as food shortages start
Romania, ruled by the Stalinist leader Ceausescu, is undergoing some changes, and not for the better. First, they have completely disbanded their military, instead opting for a totally loyal private army, which is under the direct control of Ceausescu. Top Generals in the ex-Romanian Army have been executed, as the increasingly paranoid Ceausescu blames them for trying to bring him down. Furthermore, the country is being gripped by endemic food shortages. With increasing poverty in Romania, food shipments are not being sent because distributors are simply not being paid. This means that food is becoming rare in Romania. Ceausescu, of course, is oblivious to this. He has killed any who tell him anything is wrong with his nation. His response to the food shortages was to air a commercial which shows happy Romanians going shopping at a busy Food Store, with the shelves packed. This is far from reality, as Romanians haggle over stale one bread, and other poor quality food. Romanians have begun demonstrations, and thus far the Secrutariate have kept a lid on things, denying any such thing, and covering it up in the press. Reports of demonstrators being shot and killed have naturally been rejected by the Romanian Government, whom many think is living on a different planet for some of the things that they have said.
Chinese economy among fastest growing in the world
The Chinese Economy is continuing to prove that China is the nation to watch as the greatest superpower in the world, perhaps knocking Russia from that position, as its economy continues to boom, going up a level. China still faces internal problems like poverty among its farmers, but it is overcoming that with Government programs, and is encouraging students to attend schools in large numbers. Increased education means that China's Youth is better-trained to be able to be more productive, and not just farm. China's cities are being transformed into gigantic mazes of skyscrapers, and are among the tallest in the world, as companies set up shop in China. China is facing its problems, and correcting them, and stands to be the most powerful nation in the world, economically, that is.
Ireland granted Independence kind of
Ireland has been granted Independence, kind of, from the USE. Ireland is, politically and militarily, a separate nation, but, economically, is part of the USE. this means that Irish can enjoy the surging USE economy, on one hand, and, on the other, have their political freedom. Irish are returning to their homeland, the ones that left the righting, and Ireland is now being rebuilt from the bombs. Ireland is mostly Independence, Ireland is free, and, well, the fighting has stopped. Some Irish extremists have been demanding that Ireland be totally free from the USE, but money and common sense stifled that.
Argentinian Economy booms as hydrogen Cars become available
Argentina is doing well. Very well. It has just started to mass-produce no-emissions Hydrogen-powered vehicles, and they are selling very, very well. Argentina holds the patent, and will not let anybody else have it, so customers who want to purchase a Hydrogen-powered vehicle must buy one made in Argentina, which is of course, having a dramatic impact upon Argentina, bringing thousands of skilled jobs, and bringing unemployment in that nation to its lowest level ever, and one of the lowest in the world. In fact, it is at a point where it can be considered statistically 0, so to speak. The Argentinian economy has increased by an eco level just from sales of these vehicles, and will likely do so again. Argentina is going through its boom time, and all Argentinians are prospering. Some say Argentina could become a Superpower, simply from this technology. Hydrogen Vehicles have had some minor glitches, but those were worked out. Overall, Customers and Environmentalists alike are very happy with this vehicle.
In the USA, an issue which has been dogging the nation for quite some time has been answered. Abortion, or medically halting a pregnancy, resulting in the death of the fetus, has been declared legal by the US Supreme Court in all of the USA. Before, it was legal only in most Northern and Western states, which are generally more Liberal. In the South and East, the more Religious, Conservative part of the country, it was illegal, and considered wrong, a sin, and even a murder to abort a fetus. Nothing has changed in the half of the country that allowed abortions previously, but in the other half of the country, all hell broke lose, almost literally. Massive Demonstrations broke out, with hundreds of thousands chanting, waving flags and signs, and demanding that the Government stop this in its tracks. But the US Government cannot, since the Supreme Court is the final arbitrator in this situation. In the South, there is public anger. Abortion Clinics have been opened across the Southern USA, but there has been protest, sometimes violent, as people demand that what they see as a genocide of innocents be stopped. Abortion Clinics have been picketed, attacked, and firebombed, in some extremes. Public Anger is spilling over, but there is little that can be done. Analysts say that this might turn out to be a long-term issue, as many millions are deeply opposed to the idea, and they have the backing of the church. Pope John Paul II visited the USA, and publicly condemned the decision, but the US SC has remained firm and unyielding, declaring their decision to be made in the eyes of Law, not through the Bible, and that, in a secular nation, that is how things should be done.
Quebec chooses DemoCommunism, new Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Quebec held a Referendum on the future of the nation, and the results have shocked, well, not really anybody. Quebec has chosen to change its social and political system to be one of DemoCommunism, where there is a Communist system of delivering services to the public, but where the leaders are elected, like in a Democracy. This has drawn anger from the neighbour of Quebec, the USA, who publicly is against Communism, in any form, but Quebec does not seem to care, and, in fact, defying the USA seems to have been the message Quebecers sent, with over 72% choosing the new form of Government. Quebecers also chose to ratify their new Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, or CHRF. Amnesty International has hailed this document as the example to the world of how Human Rights should be administered in Law. Other nations are considering copying what Quebec has done, including several European nations, and some US States.
Reports coming out that Christian Churches close to Uniting
Reports and rumors have been swirling that the Christian Churches, such as the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, Protestant, etc. might be close to uniting into one unified Christian Church. The Pope, John Paul II, has been spending a lot of his time in secret, high-level meetings, with church officials from around the world. Experts do not know what they could possibly agree upon, but they could come up with a system whereby they joined into one Church, which had their headquarters possibly in Jerusalem, or Bethlehem, considered by Christians the world over as the birthplace of their Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. They would probably have the world divided into regions, and the Christians in those regions could elect officials to represent them, like Cardinals in the Roman Catholic Church. Those Cardinals would presumably elect one Leader from among them, such as the Pope in the Roman Catholic Church. Experts agree that a unified Christian Church could be a force to be contended with, as long as they could agree on contentious issues, such as Homosexuality, Abortion, Contraceptives, and Divorce. For now, these rumors remain merely rumors, but everything, say Experts, could be on the table.
Large-scale demographic transition in Mindanao
In the Autonomous Republic of Mindanao, large-scale social demographic shifts are taking place, and they are largely an accelerated version of what has occurred in the Philippines over the last several years. Instead of Muslims leaving Mindanao, to seek other places to live, and Christians being persuaded to move to Mindanao, now former Muslims are moving back to their old homes in Mindanao, and in the thousands, and Christians are leaving the island, citing reasons of discrimination against them by Muslims. Generally, the concept of Mindanao has been well-received by Filipinos, who have long suffered under violence by Muslims demanding a separate state. Violence has dropped dramatically, and is now at levels considered normal around the world. Companies are coming back to the Philippines, generally to exploit their cheap labour, but also to set up shop to sell to the Philippines population. The Filipino economy is growing steadily. (OOC will increase next turn) The Filipino Government has angered some by sticking to an official commitment of wanting Mindanao to unify with the Philippines again, but the majority of Filipinos are against it, saying things are better now, and almost all experts unanimously agree it's not going to happen.
Nigeria and Cameroon unite!
Nigeria and Cameroon have done what many expected for a long time, they have united to form the new nation of Nigeria-Cameroon. It was a union more based on sheer logic then anything else. Here were 2 African Nations, one very poor, another recovering from a war won against the African Federation, albeit at great cost. Citizens in Cameroon and Nigeria did not protest the union, although there were minor demonstrations. But all citizens are expecting life to get better for this new nation, which is mostly impoverished, but, being a Democracy in Africa, who has shown itself to be relatively corruption-free, it should be able to attract lots of Foreign Investment, and then grow to have the resources needed to provide the people with the stability and prosperity that they really want. This union, most agree, has been done with the best intentions of the Nigerian and Cameroon people at heart.
UIS and Russia seem on path to war, as each accuses other of espionage and sabotage
The UIS and Russia seem to be on the verge of an all-out shooting war. neither side has started any actual shooting, which is a good thing, say analysts, but they are very close. Relations between the 2 neighbours have soured to the point where they almost refuse to communicate. The UIS have been accusing Russia of spying and sabotage in the UIS, and the UISIA, the UIS Intelligence Agency, has stepped up actions against the seemingly random attacks in the UIS, and are claiming that the KGB is behind it. They shocked the world when they held a trial of more then 50 suspects, and imprisoned most of them. They campaign seems to be working, as the attacks in the UIS are decreasing, which is good for the citizens of the UIS. Russia meanwhile has accused the UIS of illegally imprisoning and torturing its citizens, which the UIS has fiercely denied. The border between the 2 remains firmly sealed shut, which leaves the UIS to rely on other parts of the world for trade. Of course, the USE, USA, and others around the world are only too happy to trade with the UIS, so that is not a huge problem.
Companies, Skilled Workers continue to flee AF
The African Federation, which is now a totally totalitarian Fascist Regime, and very similar to Hitler's Regime in many ways, continues to face an exodus of Companies fleeing this nation, and skilled employees. Scientists, Technicians, Doctors, nurses, Teachers, anybody with money is trying to flee the hated and feared Impis, and other Security Forces, who routinely terrorize the population. They are fleeing mostly across the largely unguarded AF border with its neighbours. Reports are coming in that the AF Missile Program has been largely disabled, along with many other AF military programs, because the people that operated those have fled. In other AF news, employment has hit a new low of 20%, as millions lose their jobs, and become impoverished and destitute. pro-Fascist propaganda is everywhere, on the radio, in the schools, everywhere. Reported demonstrations have been squashed by the secret police, who rule with an iron fist. The nation is on the road to collapse, if it were not for its Impis.
Instability in Romania as food shortages start
Romania, ruled by the Stalinist leader Ceausescu, is undergoing some changes, and not for the better. First, they have completely disbanded their military, instead opting for a totally loyal private army, which is under the direct control of Ceausescu. Top Generals in the ex-Romanian Army have been executed, as the increasingly paranoid Ceausescu blames them for trying to bring him down. Furthermore, the country is being gripped by endemic food shortages. With increasing poverty in Romania, food shipments are not being sent because distributors are simply not being paid. This means that food is becoming rare in Romania. Ceausescu, of course, is oblivious to this. He has killed any who tell him anything is wrong with his nation. His response to the food shortages was to air a commercial which shows happy Romanians going shopping at a busy Food Store, with the shelves packed. This is far from reality, as Romanians haggle over stale one bread, and other poor quality food. Romanians have begun demonstrations, and thus far the Secrutariate have kept a lid on things, denying any such thing, and covering it up in the press. Reports of demonstrators being shot and killed have naturally been rejected by the Romanian Government, whom many think is living on a different planet for some of the things that they have said.
Chinese economy among fastest growing in the world
The Chinese Economy is continuing to prove that China is the nation to watch as the greatest superpower in the world, perhaps knocking Russia from that position, as its economy continues to boom, going up a level. China still faces internal problems like poverty among its farmers, but it is overcoming that with Government programs, and is encouraging students to attend schools in large numbers. Increased education means that China's Youth is better-trained to be able to be more productive, and not just farm. China's cities are being transformed into gigantic mazes of skyscrapers, and are among the tallest in the world, as companies set up shop in China. China is facing its problems, and correcting them, and stands to be the most powerful nation in the world, economically, that is.
Ireland granted Independence kind of
Ireland has been granted Independence, kind of, from the USE. Ireland is, politically and militarily, a separate nation, but, economically, is part of the USE. this means that Irish can enjoy the surging USE economy, on one hand, and, on the other, have their political freedom. Irish are returning to their homeland, the ones that left the righting, and Ireland is now being rebuilt from the bombs. Ireland is mostly Independence, Ireland is free, and, well, the fighting has stopped. Some Irish extremists have been demanding that Ireland be totally free from the USE, but money and common sense stifled that.
Argentinian Economy booms as hydrogen Cars become available
Argentina is doing well. Very well. It has just started to mass-produce no-emissions Hydrogen-powered vehicles, and they are selling very, very well. Argentina holds the patent, and will not let anybody else have it, so customers who want to purchase a Hydrogen-powered vehicle must buy one made in Argentina, which is of course, having a dramatic impact upon Argentina, bringing thousands of skilled jobs, and bringing unemployment in that nation to its lowest level ever, and one of the lowest in the world. In fact, it is at a point where it can be considered statistically 0, so to speak. The Argentinian economy has increased by an eco level just from sales of these vehicles, and will likely do so again. Argentina is going through its boom time, and all Argentinians are prospering. Some say Argentina could become a Superpower, simply from this technology. Hydrogen Vehicles have had some minor glitches, but those were worked out. Overall, Customers and Environmentalists alike are very happy with this vehicle.
Goober
Turning Right ...
FRSEA Referendum sees Cambodia split!
In the FRSEA,m things seem to have calmed down, somewhat. the FRSEA held a referendum in the Cambodian region of their nation, and the result was obvious, over 60% of Cambodians voted to separate, Cambodia, ravaged by internal violence and war, has clearly voted to become a separate nation. So, the FRSEA granted them that, and Cambodia now joins the ranks of free nations. But Cambodia is a fairly poor nation. And their leader, Pol Pot, who was elected President of the new nation, is still imprisoned in the FRSEA on charges of terrorism, inciting violence, and treason. Cambodia is a nation with its leader in an FRSEA jail, and the FRSEA is adamant about not releasing him, under any circumstances. The FRSEA has suffered economically from the departure of Cambodia, but they should recover, given time, and the reduction of violence.
Trade, Investment means Booming Russian Economy
The drums of war that the world says are beating between Russia and the UIS was apparently not heard or ignored by Foreign Investors and other groups around the world who have kept investing, and generally supporting the Russian economy, which grew by yet another eco level this turn. Russia has Trade Routes and Free Trade Agreements with more then half of the world, certainly the most among the Superpowers, and its economy is, well, booming, because there is no other way to describe it. Russia is a Mecca of High-Tech Companies, Construction is on the rise, the unemployment numbers just keep going down and down and down. However, Investors seem to be investing, with the knowledge that Russia will not go to war. Most Russians know that the Russian economy would take a serious hit if that occurred, and Russians are opposed to such a war, rightfully stating that there are no good reasons for it. Sure, the UIS is hardly a friend of Russia, and Russians agree with refusing to trade with the UIS, but the UIS does not threaten Russia. For the UIS to attack Russia would be suicide, and Russians know it. The general sentiment among Russians is that attacking the UIS is simply fruitless, it would not accomplish anything they see as in their interests. Russians like the the booming economy, and are against any plans to change the status quo.
Hostilities grow as Russia tries to make Southern Africa under Russian Influence
The former nations of the AF, the ones that separated, and are now at the receiving end of a massive international effort to make them functioning democratic prosperous nations again, is causing friction between Russia and other nations. Russia has an agreement with the Fascist AF Regime that Russia and Russia alone shall have sole authority to convert those nations from anarchy to prosperity. However, since Russia is the only nation which actually recognizes the AF Government, most nations see the agreement as worthless, and have send aid workers and troops to do their part to organize elections and such. these efforts have had success, with Democratic elections, and Democratic Governments coming in 6 of the 10 nations, but friction is starting to rise between Russia, who has hundreds of thousands of troops in the area, and other nations, like the USA, who has less troops, but is spending more money. Russian troops have been moving from Russian-influenced nations into American-influenced ones, claiming the USA is not there legally. the USA is protesting this, and it seems that hostile aggressions might break out, which would be a devastating blow to the current state of peace Africa is in. No clashes have taken place, but the rhetoric is growing, and it seems that the Russia will succeed in imposing her will in the region, and the Americans might need to back down, which Americans would obviously not support. The situation remains tense, and many say that this situation is the reason why an International body, like the UN or failed IC, needs to be in place, to correct situations like this.
Indian economy grows as successful Reforms come into effect
India has been undergoing a series of Reforms, and their effect upon the Indian nation has been tremendous. These are long-term programs, but they conclusively show that India has rejected, for once and for all, Fascism, and is firmly on the road to a Democratic Nation which respects Human Rights, and wants to join the club of elite Superpowers. The first Reform was an attack upon inefficiency and slowness in the Indian Bureaucracy. The Rules were streamlined, and Civil Servants are working faster, and more efficiently, which means that the Indian Government can better serve its Billion plus population better. Then Quality Control Legislation was passed, which is starting to have a dramatic improvement on the Standard of Living in India, as Sewage and Water systems are changed to conform to the new laws. Air quality Laws were put in place, which taxes higher polluting vehicles and factories, and encourages Indians to go green, so to speak. India is already importing huge volumes of hydrogen-powered vehicles from Argentina, subsidized by the Government, and this means that India is polluting much, much less. Other reforms included tougher Child Pornography Laws, legalizing Prostitution, which caused quite a storm of controversy, mandatory education, effectively eliminating Child Labor, anti-Discrimination laws, and anti-Drug laws. Amnesty International is applauding India's actions, and is encouraging India to take the next step, and put in place a Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, like Quebec did, to ensure fair and equal Human Rights for all Indians. Indihira Ghandi has been out in the community, talking to ordinary Indians, and pledging to do more to help them rise above Poverty. tens of Billions has been poured into these Reforms, and, while more is needed, the effects are having a major positive impact.
Bonusses
MAP
In the FRSEA,m things seem to have calmed down, somewhat. the FRSEA held a referendum in the Cambodian region of their nation, and the result was obvious, over 60% of Cambodians voted to separate, Cambodia, ravaged by internal violence and war, has clearly voted to become a separate nation. So, the FRSEA granted them that, and Cambodia now joins the ranks of free nations. But Cambodia is a fairly poor nation. And their leader, Pol Pot, who was elected President of the new nation, is still imprisoned in the FRSEA on charges of terrorism, inciting violence, and treason. Cambodia is a nation with its leader in an FRSEA jail, and the FRSEA is adamant about not releasing him, under any circumstances. The FRSEA has suffered economically from the departure of Cambodia, but they should recover, given time, and the reduction of violence.
Trade, Investment means Booming Russian Economy
The drums of war that the world says are beating between Russia and the UIS was apparently not heard or ignored by Foreign Investors and other groups around the world who have kept investing, and generally supporting the Russian economy, which grew by yet another eco level this turn. Russia has Trade Routes and Free Trade Agreements with more then half of the world, certainly the most among the Superpowers, and its economy is, well, booming, because there is no other way to describe it. Russia is a Mecca of High-Tech Companies, Construction is on the rise, the unemployment numbers just keep going down and down and down. However, Investors seem to be investing, with the knowledge that Russia will not go to war. Most Russians know that the Russian economy would take a serious hit if that occurred, and Russians are opposed to such a war, rightfully stating that there are no good reasons for it. Sure, the UIS is hardly a friend of Russia, and Russians agree with refusing to trade with the UIS, but the UIS does not threaten Russia. For the UIS to attack Russia would be suicide, and Russians know it. The general sentiment among Russians is that attacking the UIS is simply fruitless, it would not accomplish anything they see as in their interests. Russians like the the booming economy, and are against any plans to change the status quo.
Hostilities grow as Russia tries to make Southern Africa under Russian Influence
The former nations of the AF, the ones that separated, and are now at the receiving end of a massive international effort to make them functioning democratic prosperous nations again, is causing friction between Russia and other nations. Russia has an agreement with the Fascist AF Regime that Russia and Russia alone shall have sole authority to convert those nations from anarchy to prosperity. However, since Russia is the only nation which actually recognizes the AF Government, most nations see the agreement as worthless, and have send aid workers and troops to do their part to organize elections and such. these efforts have had success, with Democratic elections, and Democratic Governments coming in 6 of the 10 nations, but friction is starting to rise between Russia, who has hundreds of thousands of troops in the area, and other nations, like the USA, who has less troops, but is spending more money. Russian troops have been moving from Russian-influenced nations into American-influenced ones, claiming the USA is not there legally. the USA is protesting this, and it seems that hostile aggressions might break out, which would be a devastating blow to the current state of peace Africa is in. No clashes have taken place, but the rhetoric is growing, and it seems that the Russia will succeed in imposing her will in the region, and the Americans might need to back down, which Americans would obviously not support. The situation remains tense, and many say that this situation is the reason why an International body, like the UN or failed IC, needs to be in place, to correct situations like this.
Indian economy grows as successful Reforms come into effect
India has been undergoing a series of Reforms, and their effect upon the Indian nation has been tremendous. These are long-term programs, but they conclusively show that India has rejected, for once and for all, Fascism, and is firmly on the road to a Democratic Nation which respects Human Rights, and wants to join the club of elite Superpowers. The first Reform was an attack upon inefficiency and slowness in the Indian Bureaucracy. The Rules were streamlined, and Civil Servants are working faster, and more efficiently, which means that the Indian Government can better serve its Billion plus population better. Then Quality Control Legislation was passed, which is starting to have a dramatic improvement on the Standard of Living in India, as Sewage and Water systems are changed to conform to the new laws. Air quality Laws were put in place, which taxes higher polluting vehicles and factories, and encourages Indians to go green, so to speak. India is already importing huge volumes of hydrogen-powered vehicles from Argentina, subsidized by the Government, and this means that India is polluting much, much less. Other reforms included tougher Child Pornography Laws, legalizing Prostitution, which caused quite a storm of controversy, mandatory education, effectively eliminating Child Labor, anti-Discrimination laws, and anti-Drug laws. Amnesty International is applauding India's actions, and is encouraging India to take the next step, and put in place a Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms, like Quebec did, to ensure fair and equal Human Rights for all Indians. Indihira Ghandi has been out in the community, talking to ordinary Indians, and pledging to do more to help them rise above Poverty. tens of Billions has been poured into these Reforms, and, while more is needed, the effects are having a major positive impact.
Bonusses
- India - +2 eco
- Russia - +1 eco
- USE - +2 eco
- Nigeria-Cameroon - +2 eco
- UIS - +3 eco
- Malaysia - +1 eco
- China - +2 eco
- Philippines - +1 eco
MAP
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Sheep
Orange Shrooms!
OFFICAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE ISLAMIC FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICE
Due to repeated violations of nations that comprise the United Islamic States and continued KGB operations which has shown that the Russian government truly does not feel that peace with the United Islamic States, the United Islamic States has issued the following decrees
1. Any Russian citizen found in territory comprising of the United Islamic States will be imprisoned without trial being suspect to espionage, for a period of no less than five years, in which hard labour may be procured from the individual in question. At the end of the periof of imprisonment the individual will be shipped back to Russia at the Russian government's expense.
2. Any individual found in the United Islamic States and found guily of the crimes of sedition or espionage will be immediatley sentenced to death by firing squad.
3. Unless an apology is given in writing by the Russian Federation in the next 3 months (5 days RL) to the United Islamic States about the numerous acts of espionage that the Russian Federation has caused to the detriment and in an attempt to promote instability in the United Islamic States then the 50 Russian currently in Islamic gaols (jails) will be immeditaley executed by firing squad as per decree 2.
4. If the Russian government is found to have any part in continued intellgience operations in the United Islamic States the United Islamic States will have no choice but to issue a decleration of war against the Russian Federation for their continued and repeated violations of sovereignty and their threat to world peace.
Stormbringer
The Brick and The Rose
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF THE RUSSIAN MID
SITUATION WITH THE UIS
The United Islamic State (UIS) has over the last six months continuously violated civil and human rights of a number of Russian citizens. Aproximatley 50 Russian citizens have been imprisoned without trials, or with improper trials. None have been allowed access to a Russian atterney as per international agreements. These people have been sentanced in closed courts, with no evidence and most have pleaded guilty to espionage after exessive tourture in UIS jails. The most recent statement by the UIS Foreign Office is an indication that such barbaric violations of human rights will continue in the UIS, and that these violations have been intentional and the UIS government condones them.
Because of these violation, the most recent statement of the UIS, and a number of articles in the Russian Consitution which state that the Government of the Russian Federation must take all possible actions in order to secure the rights of its citizens the Russian Federation issues the following ultimatum to the UIS:
1. All Russian citizens will be released from the UIS.
2. The UIS shall appologise and pay compensations to the citizens that have been illeagaly imprissoned and tourtured.
3. The UIS shall appologise to the Russian Federation for false accusations and violations of sovereignty.
4. The UIS shall allow Russian troops to end the drug trafficing into Russia from Afghanistan.
5. The UIS shall disarm all of its nuclear, chemical, and biologican weapons, and will dismantle all programs in those fields.
Failure to comply with this ultimatum will result in a declaration of war against the UIS by the Russian Federation.
-Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrey Kozyrev
Session of Duma
Motion to grant the Government permition to use military force against the UIS
Proposed by Viktor Chernomyrdin
Seconded by Deputies Primakov and Zhirinovsky
Communist Party of Russia is opposed - 112 opposed
United Russia is in favor - 63 in favor, 3 opposed
Fatherland-All Russia is in favor - 16 in favor
Our Home is Russia is in favor - 52 in favor
Union of Right Forces is split - 24 in favor, 18 opposed
Yabloko abstaines - 10 in favor, 6 opposed
LDPR is in favor - 44 in favor
Rodina is in favor - 17 in favor
By a vote of 226 to 139 with 62 abstaining and 23 absent the motion passes. The government of Viktor Chernomyrdin now has the power to recomend military action against the UIS and President Naryshkin has the power to issue military orders against the UIS.
Sheep
Orange Shrooms!
The United Islamic States will not bow down to Russian threats and will no longer allow the Russian Federation to dictate its internal policies or allow it to continually commit acts of espionage against the United Islamic States. We shall not release the Russian spies we hold captive until they have served their terms as mandated by the Islamic courts in full international light that the Mr.Goober in the sky has mandated. If this causes the Russian decleration of war against the United Islamic States then so be it.
Futhermore we publicly state that the trafiking of opium out of Afghanistan is an internal Afghan matter and not a matter of the UIS and we shall not infringe on Afghan rights to their own code of laws which make this traffic legalised for themselves.
Finally the Russian federation has no right to demand the dismantlement of UIS WMD until such a time that Russia no longer has such weapons. As we did dismantle all programs and continued to call on the Russian Federation to dismantle theirs with refusal we see no need for us to listen to unjust Russian demands on the subject.
We remind the Russian Federation that any attack on the United Islamic States will invite full retaliation in kind and that we reserve the right to use WMD only if attacked first by those very weapons. If Russia uses such weapons against the United Islamic States then they show thesemselves to be above the rules they try to set for everyone else and will make themselves the international pariah that much quickly.
Futhermore we publicly state that the trafiking of opium out of Afghanistan is an internal Afghan matter and not a matter of the UIS and we shall not infringe on Afghan rights to their own code of laws which make this traffic legalised for themselves.
Finally the Russian federation has no right to demand the dismantlement of UIS WMD until such a time that Russia no longer has such weapons. As we did dismantle all programs and continued to call on the Russian Federation to dismantle theirs with refusal we see no need for us to listen to unjust Russian demands on the subject.
We remind the Russian Federation that any attack on the United Islamic States will invite full retaliation in kind and that we reserve the right to use WMD only if attacked first by those very weapons. If Russia uses such weapons against the United Islamic States then they show thesemselves to be above the rules they try to set for everyone else and will make themselves the international pariah that much quickly.
Stormbringer
The Brick and The Rose
Today, after another statement by the UIS government which again re-itirated the UIS government's intentions to continue violations of rights of the Russian citizens the next step towards war was taken in Russia.
Russian Security Council composed of 12 ministers, including Ministers Chernomyrdin, Kosyrev and Sergeyev, voted to advise the president to declare war on the UIS.
Defence Minister Sergeyev commented that he expects military actions to begin within a few months and to last at most five weeks. He did not comment on the possibility of use of nuclear or thermonuclear weapons.
The Russian President, Viktor Naryshkin, did not comment on the situation either. He has been a critic of the escalation of tensions, but most politicians expect him to succumb to the pressure and to declare war, or at least to authorize military strikes within a few weeks.
Mr. Naryshkin has again, most likely for the last time, asked the UIS to release Russian citizens and to appologize to the Russian government.
Sheep
Orange Shrooms!
The United Islamic States notices that the Russian Federation is willing to go to war to cover their own tracks in the espionage game. We futher reiterate that the Russian citizens that are imprisoned have been imprisoned for the crime of espionage and can be executed for such a crime.
Futhermore we continue to remind the Russian Federation that any use of nuclear, thermocnuclear or any other Weapons of Mass Destruction will invite full retaliation by the United Islamic States in kind against the Russian Federation. We remind the Russian Federation the we do have our own nuclear warheads and while we unlike the Russian Federation have never used our own Weapons of Mass Destruction in combat we will not be prevented to do so if struck in the same accord.
We once again call upon the Russian Federation to aceede to our demands and withdraw its own before its meglomania causes a war that will cost billions of lives.
Futhermore we continue to remind the Russian Federation that any use of nuclear, thermocnuclear or any other Weapons of Mass Destruction will invite full retaliation by the United Islamic States in kind against the Russian Federation. We remind the Russian Federation the we do have our own nuclear warheads and while we unlike the Russian Federation have never used our own Weapons of Mass Destruction in combat we will not be prevented to do so if struck in the same accord.
We once again call upon the Russian Federation to aceede to our demands and withdraw its own before its meglomania causes a war that will cost billions of lives.
Sheep
Orange Shrooms!
United Islamic Congress, Cairo
Brothers I come to you as your President to report that the Russian Federation seems intent of invading the United Islamic States and extending their imperialistic grasp over us that they have tried to excercise continually since the rise of the Communist Empire of Russia.
There was a time that the Russian Federation or the CER as it was known had the right to excersise those demands as we were weak and rebuilding from the aftermath of the Great North African War, a war which many of our fathers, brothers and sons died in the sands to end another imperialist's grasp on our muslim brothers.
The truth is that the 'Russian' republics of Central Asia continue to be the only muslim nations in the world to be ruled by a non-muslim government and that sorrid situation has to come to an end. The truth of the matter is that Russians from the frozen hell that has become Moscow continue under the belief that they can dictate our internal policies and foreign discourse with other nations. Lastly they continue under the delusion that they can demand us to give our weapons of mass destruction which are a major defensive detterent for the United Islamic States while they continue to clearly threaten and use their own.
THIS MUST STOP. While I stop short of declering war against Russia as we have righted the wrong by imprisoning the Russian government's agents who sought to do us harm, we will continue to issue strong messages to Moscow condemning them for their continued operations of interference in our territory and their imperialistic ambitions around the world. Until such a time that President, Viktor Naryshkin realises that warmongering and imperialism are not the way forward for the collective good of the world, relations with Russia will remain as they are, near boiling point.
IF RUSSIA INVADES, and ONLY IF, I instruct every muslim citizen to fight against the imperialistic aggressors that seek no only to extinguish the voice of Allah in this world, but to tear down everything we have striven for and more. IF THEY USE WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION, be they chemical, biological, nuclear or other we will retaliate in kind. IF THEY STRIKE AT OUR WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION we will treat that as an attack on the continued independence of the United Islamic States
Futhermore we ask President, Viktor Naryshkin to publicly apologise for his nation's actions against our own and prevent a war that WILL kill billions of innocent civilians.
Brothers I come to you as your President to report that the Russian Federation seems intent of invading the United Islamic States and extending their imperialistic grasp over us that they have tried to excercise continually since the rise of the Communist Empire of Russia.
There was a time that the Russian Federation or the CER as it was known had the right to excersise those demands as we were weak and rebuilding from the aftermath of the Great North African War, a war which many of our fathers, brothers and sons died in the sands to end another imperialist's grasp on our muslim brothers.
The truth is that the 'Russian' republics of Central Asia continue to be the only muslim nations in the world to be ruled by a non-muslim government and that sorrid situation has to come to an end. The truth of the matter is that Russians from the frozen hell that has become Moscow continue under the belief that they can dictate our internal policies and foreign discourse with other nations. Lastly they continue under the delusion that they can demand us to give our weapons of mass destruction which are a major defensive detterent for the United Islamic States while they continue to clearly threaten and use their own.
THIS MUST STOP. While I stop short of declering war against Russia as we have righted the wrong by imprisoning the Russian government's agents who sought to do us harm, we will continue to issue strong messages to Moscow condemning them for their continued operations of interference in our territory and their imperialistic ambitions around the world. Until such a time that President, Viktor Naryshkin realises that warmongering and imperialism are not the way forward for the collective good of the world, relations with Russia will remain as they are, near boiling point.
IF RUSSIA INVADES, and ONLY IF, I instruct every muslim citizen to fight against the imperialistic aggressors that seek no only to extinguish the voice of Allah in this world, but to tear down everything we have striven for and more. IF THEY USE WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION, be they chemical, biological, nuclear or other we will retaliate in kind. IF THEY STRIKE AT OUR WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION we will treat that as an attack on the continued independence of the United Islamic States
Futhermore we ask President, Viktor Naryshkin to publicly apologise for his nation's actions against our own and prevent a war that WILL kill billions of innocent civilians.
JosefStalinator
Я буду снова здесь
President Nixon Speaks!
The recently reelected president Nixon has decided to make an emergency address to the nation regarding the impending war between the two superpowers, the UIS and Russia. It is unknown if he will announce support for either side or most likely attempt to keep the USE out of the war. Lets cut to him now:
"My fellow Europeans, the war which has been building up between the UIS and Russia for years has finally come, a war which will probably rival any other war seen in the history of mankind since '67. The mighty Russian empire, which numbers more than 2 million well trained and well equipped infantry, is being pitted against the UIS's millions of determined and fanatical legions of Islamic warriors. The USE finds itself in a precarious situation, a widening of this could very likely lead to a worldwide nuclear hollocaust like that seen in 1967 all over again, but failure to become involved will destroy the entire balance of power that has been so precariously maintained over these last 20 or so years. For now, citizens, we must wait and see how the situation pans out, and pray that a peaceful solution will be found and war entirely avoided. For God's sake, we must have peace.
Also, any use of nuclear weapons between the nations of the UIS and Russia, by either side, WILL result in immediate European intervention and retaliation. The disaster of 1967 must be avoided at all costs. Thank you and good night"
The recently reelected president Nixon has decided to make an emergency address to the nation regarding the impending war between the two superpowers, the UIS and Russia. It is unknown if he will announce support for either side or most likely attempt to keep the USE out of the war. Lets cut to him now:
"My fellow Europeans, the war which has been building up between the UIS and Russia for years has finally come, a war which will probably rival any other war seen in the history of mankind since '67. The mighty Russian empire, which numbers more than 2 million well trained and well equipped infantry, is being pitted against the UIS's millions of determined and fanatical legions of Islamic warriors. The USE finds itself in a precarious situation, a widening of this could very likely lead to a worldwide nuclear hollocaust like that seen in 1967 all over again, but failure to become involved will destroy the entire balance of power that has been so precariously maintained over these last 20 or so years. For now, citizens, we must wait and see how the situation pans out, and pray that a peaceful solution will be found and war entirely avoided. For God's sake, we must have peace.
Also, any use of nuclear weapons between the nations of the UIS and Russia, by either side, WILL result in immediate European intervention and retaliation. The disaster of 1967 must be avoided at all costs. Thank you and good night"
Kozmos
Jew Detective
JosefStalinator said:
It should be 1962,right the Exchange.
Also you mean it will become a three way nuclear exchange instead of two
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