Galashiels
19-04-2006, 17:05
The Peoples Republic of Galashiels
We're communist and we're proud!
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The Flag of Galashiels
Hello, and welcome to The Peoples Republic of Galashiels Factbook! Recently created to remind you, and sometiems myself, of all there is to know about Galashiels as a nation. So, lets start with some basic facts and figures:
Captial City: Astana
Population: 20 Million (fixed for RP)
Nation Size: 230,340 sq km
Language: English
Economy: Powerhouse
Civil Rights: Some
GDP per Capita: $25,000
Military Spending: 1.95%
History
The nation of Galashiels was formed from the splintered Governments and Military factions of Kazakhstania, Kazakh Lands and the former Freedom Country. Set up on a tropical island in the region of Liberalia, the new nation pulled together the best minds and outlooks on running a nation from the previous 3 empires, and will hopefully create a powerful nation of the future.
Field Marshal Fac, leader of the militaries of Freedom Country and then Kazakhstania, is head of the nation, and is seen as a powerful leader. He came to power a few years back, after exterminating the Kurds from Kazakhstania. He hopes to continue this purge in Galashiels.
Liberalia
Our proud region, we have not long been a member of it, but are happy with the much needed trade and protection it privides. We are a member of the stock exchange there, which provides our much needed supplies and income.
We encourage all nations to join, if you want a stable and active roleplaying community.
Government
The government is made up of various delegates who fill a certain position of importance, for example Minister of Agriculture and the like. All report to the Grand Gala Council, headed by the Field Marshal Fac. All decisions that effect the nation as a whole are made here, and must be agreed by more than half of the members, in a grand vote aroudn once a week. This system has been proven to work well, as no one person is responsible for any bad decisions, therefore reducing the effect of any mistake.
The Media
An important part of Galashiels is the media. It is controlled greatly by the government in almost censorship, as all companies are government controlled. The public know this and don't really care, as it is known that the government knows more than the general public with shared knowledge, and is out for the best of the country.
The Military
The military is seperated into three branches - The Army, The Navy and The Air Force. There was thought to be no need for a Marine Corps, as every force is united under the JTIDS fire support system. This helps immensely in combined arms warfare, and allowed prestigous strategic help. The military is under almost constant exercise in the Northern Exercise Area, which is a massive training area.
Foreign Policy
Galashiels has always had a very quiet diplomatic front, and it's foreign policy has seen little attention over the years. Alliances are always liked, but usually amount to nothing. Currently, Gala is after allies for wars, military exercise and trade. These are desperately wanted, but not to the limit that an open plea is made. That would be disheartening for the nation as a whole.
Trade
Galashiels currently trades with no nations, but is looking to trade more in the future. It's current resource exchange rate is like this:
Coal: 175% of needs
Iron: 98% of needs
Steel: 89% of needs
Titanium: 57% of needs
Precious Metals: 117% of needs
Oil: 134% of needs
Rubber: 22% of needs
Domestic Supplies: 124% of needs
Military Supplies: 105-150% of needs
If you wish to trade, just make an offer, and we will look at it. Currently, our only trade comes from Liberalia.
We're communist and we're proud!
http://images.encarta.msn.com/xrefmedia/sharemed/targets/illus/flg/T051027A.jpg
The Flag of Galashiels
Hello, and welcome to The Peoples Republic of Galashiels Factbook! Recently created to remind you, and sometiems myself, of all there is to know about Galashiels as a nation. So, lets start with some basic facts and figures:
Captial City: Astana
Population: 20 Million (fixed for RP)
Nation Size: 230,340 sq km
Language: English
Economy: Powerhouse
Civil Rights: Some
GDP per Capita: $25,000
Military Spending: 1.95%
History
The nation of Galashiels was formed from the splintered Governments and Military factions of Kazakhstania, Kazakh Lands and the former Freedom Country. Set up on a tropical island in the region of Liberalia, the new nation pulled together the best minds and outlooks on running a nation from the previous 3 empires, and will hopefully create a powerful nation of the future.
Field Marshal Fac, leader of the militaries of Freedom Country and then Kazakhstania, is head of the nation, and is seen as a powerful leader. He came to power a few years back, after exterminating the Kurds from Kazakhstania. He hopes to continue this purge in Galashiels.
Liberalia
Our proud region, we have not long been a member of it, but are happy with the much needed trade and protection it privides. We are a member of the stock exchange there, which provides our much needed supplies and income.
We encourage all nations to join, if you want a stable and active roleplaying community.
Government
The government is made up of various delegates who fill a certain position of importance, for example Minister of Agriculture and the like. All report to the Grand Gala Council, headed by the Field Marshal Fac. All decisions that effect the nation as a whole are made here, and must be agreed by more than half of the members, in a grand vote aroudn once a week. This system has been proven to work well, as no one person is responsible for any bad decisions, therefore reducing the effect of any mistake.
The Media
An important part of Galashiels is the media. It is controlled greatly by the government in almost censorship, as all companies are government controlled. The public know this and don't really care, as it is known that the government knows more than the general public with shared knowledge, and is out for the best of the country.
The Military
The military is seperated into three branches - The Army, The Navy and The Air Force. There was thought to be no need for a Marine Corps, as every force is united under the JTIDS fire support system. This helps immensely in combined arms warfare, and allowed prestigous strategic help. The military is under almost constant exercise in the Northern Exercise Area, which is a massive training area.
Foreign Policy
Galashiels has always had a very quiet diplomatic front, and it's foreign policy has seen little attention over the years. Alliances are always liked, but usually amount to nothing. Currently, Gala is after allies for wars, military exercise and trade. These are desperately wanted, but not to the limit that an open plea is made. That would be disheartening for the nation as a whole.
Trade
Galashiels currently trades with no nations, but is looking to trade more in the future. It's current resource exchange rate is like this:
Coal: 175% of needs
Iron: 98% of needs
Steel: 89% of needs
Titanium: 57% of needs
Precious Metals: 117% of needs
Oil: 134% of needs
Rubber: 22% of needs
Domestic Supplies: 124% of needs
Military Supplies: 105-150% of needs
If you wish to trade, just make an offer, and we will look at it. Currently, our only trade comes from Liberalia.