NationStates Jolt Archive

(OOC: Since I have a lot of ideas for stuff going on in the United Eastasian Republic, I'm going to have this as a news thread so other players can see what's happening. Some of this will be open knowledge for everyone, some of it will be kept from the outside world; secretive items will marked as such so that no-one claims to know something that they shouldn't, as all nations have their secrets.)

The Stock Crash (or, 'Damn Capitalists....')

The decline in the global economy was a source of great concern for the UER government; although they had no holdings in the BISE, the decline in other economies around the world inevitably caused problems. With trade revenues falling and economists predicting tough times ahead, the government enacted several measures.

Most unpopular was the reduction in worker profit-sharing. As all major industries were government-owned, the employees received bonuses from the profits made by their company after the government had extracted its share. These bonuses were to be temporarily reduced to help maintain government spending levels in essential areas. Military spending was also reduced; the Central Command and the Defence Ministry raised several objections as they had already submitted spending plans, but a personal intervention by Premier Zhao managed to quieten them for the time being. With small private businesses feeling the pinch, the government also began planning public works projects for workers who were laid off by struggling employers.

Premier Zhao made a televised address to the Eastasian people outlining the new measures being taken; he often referred to the great spirit of the Eastasian people, calling on them to ride out the problems and prove to the world that they were the greatest nation in the world. He reassured them that it was a temporary situation until the global economy got back on its feet, and hinted that the government had plans to help alleviate the cuts as soon as possible.

Secret IC: Project Proletariat

Somewhere in Qinghai State, UER

"So you say they'll be ready for active service soon?"

"Indeed, Comrade Premier. They were started in the heyday of the Zhonghuan Empire, when the Imperial Government wanted something to set us above the rest of the world. Unfortunately they didn't foresee the cost of this; these six are all we'll have unless we could have significantly more funding."

Premier Zhao nodded at Professor Hu's words. "Well unfortunately extra funding is out of the question at the moment, as I'm sure you know. Once these six are finished, we will need you to explore more cost-efficient ways of production; until this decline is over, we'll need every spare yenuan we can get. You're not the only ones though; the whole of the Science Ministry is having to become more efficient and streamlined."

"Very well, Comrade Premier."

Secret IC

Beijing

"Comrade Premier, I trust that the Proletarians are to your liking."

Premier Zhao smirked at Professor Hu as he watched the six men sparring; they were the culmination of decades of research and development, the UER's very own super-soldiers. The Science Ministry had developed a regimen of treatments and training designed to achieve maximum potential ability, but the cost was still prohibitive enough to prevent 'mass production'. As the six finished their demonstration against regular special forces, Premier Zhao began applauding.

"Truly superb! Professor, you are a master of your craft."

He nodded to the six, who bowed in return.

"The six of you are to become my very own special ops team. You will be required to be my bodyguards on occasion, but for the most part you will be engaging in activities which will be in the best interests of the Eastasian people. Everything you do will be for the people."

The six nodded. "For the people."

In a ceremony earlier today, the United Eastasian Republic formally changed its national anthem. The Republic had been using "The Internationale" up until now to emphasise its socialist roots, but as one of the world's greatest powers it was decided that the UER should have a national anthem of its own creation.

After extensive polling of the Eastasian people, the new national anthem was decided as "Let Morning Shine", written by idealistic comrade Airen Yang. The lyrics are as follows:

"Let morning shine on the silver and gold of this land,
Three thousand leagues packed with natural wealth.
My beautiful motherland.
The glory of a wise people
Brought up in a culture brilliant
With a history five millennia long.
Let us devote our bodies and minds
To supporting this Eastasia forever.

The firm will, bonded with truth,
Nest for the spirit of labour,
Embracing the atmosphere of Yan'an,
Will go forth to all the world.
The country established by the will of the people,
Breasting the raging waves with soaring strength.
Let us glorify forever this Eastasia,
Limitlessly rich and strong."

(OOC: Yes, this is a slight rewriting of North Korea's national anthem, written by Pak Se-yong and composed by Kim Won-gyun.)

Beijing

"The Black Crane is entering final performance testing, but it is merely a formality. Production can begin at the Chongqing complex within the next few weeks."

Premier Zhao nodded as the members of Central Command brought him up to speed on the latest military developments; with the economy recovering and even out-performing official predictions, the Eastasian Self-Defence Forces had been investing in new hardware and technology.

"Any other developments?"

"The Korean armed forces have been fully integrated, with the most capable officers receiving re-assignment, just to ensure stability. If they are stationed in commands away from Korea, there is less chance of them building a power base."

"Excellent idea. I must admit, I..."

Zhao stopped as one of his aides leant close and whispered something, causing the Premier to smile.

"Comrades, if you would excuse me, I have an important appointment to keep. My congratulations go out to you, keep up the good work."

Tourists Are Welcome!

In an expected move by the Eastasian Foreign Ministry today, tourist visas had their access expanded, allowing tourists to visit the resorts at Mount Paektu, Ha Long Bay and Siargao Island in addition to the long list of resorts already open to them. These resorts are amongst the finest in Asia, offering visitors the hospitality that the UER extends towards its foreign guests.

As part of an initiative to increase tourist numbers, Eastasia Airlines are now offering package holidays at prices more affordable to the general world populace. It is hoped that visitors will inform others of the superb standard of the United Eastasian Republic as a holiday destination.