Marea Britanie

= Nation Summary = Marea Britanie is a tiny, under developed, and new nation at 1 days old with citizens primarily of French ethnicity who follow mixed religions. It is a backwards nation when it comes to technology and many refer to it unkindly as a 'Third World Nation'. Its citizens pay high taxes and constantly express grievances about their government and work environments. The citizens of Marea Britanie work diligently to produce Gems and Wheat as tradable resources for their nation. It is an aggressive country that some say has an itch for war. When it comes to nuclear weapons Marea Britanie will not research or develop nuclear weapons. Plans are on the way within Marea Britanie to open new rehabilitation centers across the nation and educate its citizens of the dangers of drug use. Marea Britanie allows its citizens to protest their government but uses a strong police force to monitor things and arrest lawbreakers. It has an open border policy, but in order for immigrants to remain in the country they will have to become citizens first. Marea Britanie believes in the freedom of speech and feels that it is every citizen's right to speak freely about their government. The government gives whatever is necessary to help others out in times of crisis, even if it means hurting its own economy. Marea Britanie will not make deals with another country that has a poor history of inhuman treatment of its citizens.

= Marea Britanie's History =

Background
On the 16th of June in the year of 2009, Gabriel Emil Lucian ascended to Marea Britanie's head of government. Backed by various rebel groups and the population's youth, Lucian led the people in a peaceful rebellion. This bloodless war removing the nation's former monarch Emory Abel Laurentiu and abolishing the traditional monarchy. A new government was quickly formed, and Gabriel Lucian was self-appointed (at the will of the people) to the newly created position of High Chancellor.

Joining an Alliance
One of the first diplomatic decisions of High Chancellor Gabriel Emil Lucian, was to make efforts to join the New Pacific Order Alliance (NPO). As a small and slightly unstable nation, Lucian realized the importance of being well alligned. He was confident that the NPO could offer protection, and the means to help Marea Britanie grow into a stronger and better nation.

Foreign Trade Relations
High Chancellor Lucian immediately began to seek good trading relationships with nations within the Red Sphere, and within the NPO to further foster the mutual support. The native resources produced in Marea Britanie - gems and wheat - are hoped to be supplemented with trades which will maximize the nation's output and speed growth. The Chancellor has made no public statements regarding specific trade resources, or any specific countries which are being approached. However, Lucian assures his people that this is one of his top priorities.

=Role within the NPO= High Chancellor Lucian continues to desire an active role within the order. Though Marea Britanie just recently became a member nation of the alliance, the High Chancellor seeks out active involvment. Standing by his promise to diplomacy, the Chancellor puts into motion the necessary steps to become a Diplomat to other Alliances. He recognizes that the strength and succes of the NPO is vital for the success of the fragile nation he must lead. He also has plans on being involved with the Media Corps, and feels that it would be profitable for Marea Britanie to become a tech seller within the alliance.

=Current Issues=

Unsettling Future
The people of Marea Britanie have a fear of the immediate and long term future. The political tensions leading up to now High Chancellor Lucian's rebbellion have not yet cleared. Up until now, the population has been very questioning towards their government. There has never been great transparency, and the former Monarchy ruled without much regard to public opinion. Though High Chancellor Lucian makes an effort to involve the people, the lack of a constitution, the fear of former political leaders uprising, and the unsettling climate leaves many people questioning Lucian's plans. Though he seems well organized, things are being dealt with on a priority basis and policies appear to be created as the administration goes along. There is rumor of a formal meeting being planned. It will be led by the citizens in the nation's capital, Liberté Ville, and will put High Chancellor Lucian in the hot seat. There is no statement from the Chancellor's office at this time. However, the greatly increased military presence within Liberté Ville frightens vocal citizens in favor of this formal meeting.