Oyen

Oyen is a state located in central Grand Besaid. It is generally considered the main and central state of Grand Besaid, being home to both the majority nation’s population, and the national capital, Besaid. Oyen is also an economic powerhouse, being one of the strongest economies in the world. Oyen is Bordered by Olgmar and the to its west, by Tesuma and the  to its east, by Adinoa and other various oceanic bodies of water to its south, and by the foot hills of the  to its north.

Oyen has an approximate land area of 572,705nbsp&; mi2, and a population of 14,126,765,944 as recorded by the last national census. The capital of Almia is Tamaku, though the state is also home to much larger cities like Sentara and Besaid. Oyen is the largest state by both land and population, and is home to numerous, miles of , and serene. Oyen is also known for its great historical value, and many times it is considered both the epicenter and birthplace of the nation.

History
Main articles: History of Besaid, History of Grand Besaid Oyen’s history as an official state and political subdivision is short, having been founded during the Grand Besaidian War for Independence. It made up the majority of North-Eastern Grand Besaid during the Civil War, and was mostly neutral during the Monarchial Conquests until it signed off on a compromise with Nommaai Nueamaninia. Oyen was home to the convention of the Grand Besaid, and has held the seat of every national government in the history of Grand Besaid. Before becoming a state, Oyen’s History was parallel to Besaid’s.

Executive
The executive branch of Oyen is lead by a Governor and a Lieutenant Governor. The Executive Branch also consists of state departments and ministries who handle the day-to-day operations of Oyen. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor are elected at the same time every two years. The Ministers and Department Heads of the State Departments are also elected to two year terms, while lower officials are appointed by various officials, some even needing legislative approval.

Legislative
The legislative branch of Oyen is responsible for creating the state's laws and policies, comprising its legislature. The Oyenese Legislature Consists of a Senate, and of a Regional Assembly. The Senate is the upper house of the legislature and is composed of forty-seven members who are elected by the people of Oyen and represent districts of near equal population. Senators are elected for terms of four years; the Senate elects its own speaker from its own members. The Regional Assembly is the lower house of the legislature and is composed of one-hundred seventeen members who are appointed by the county governments, one for each county. The Lieutenant Governor is the of the Regional Assembly; Regional Representatives are appointed to terms of one year. The two houses of the legislature are collectively called the Oyenese Assembly.

Judicial
The judicial branch of Oyen is responsible for the interpretation and review of laws passed by the Oyenese Assembly. The judicial branch of Oyen consists of three types of courts- the Supreme Court, regional courts, and local courts. Local courts are primarily responsible for trying crimes and settling civil disagreements. Regional Courts are primarily responsible for higher profile cases, acting as an, and hearing cases about unjust laws or interpretations. The Supreme Court is the supreme appellate court of the state, holding only in special cases. State Supreme Court justices are elected to fifteen-year terms, regional court justices are appointed by the Governor and approved by the Oyenese Assembly, Local Court Justices are appointed by county governments.

Electors
The Electorate of Oyen Consists of all citizens of Oyen who are at least seventeen years old, and they retain the powers of the former Democratic Assembly. The Electorate has the power of, , and. The electorate also holds the powers of, , and the ability to amend the state constitution.