Durkar

The Independent State of Durkar is a very large and older nation with citizens primarily of Mixed ethnicity whose religion is Baha'i Faith.

Geography
The Independent State of Durkar consisted of a group of previously-uncharted islands in the Andaman Sea, off the coast of Thailand.

History
Durkar was founded on August 1, 2006, by its current leader, known only as The Tax Collector. It has since developed quickly, thanks to foreign aid given by benefactors and the diligent efforts of the population.

Having recovered from the War with the nation of Scurvy, which saw much of the infrastructure destroyed and the country descended into anarchy, Durkar is today a stable and technologically advance nation boasting some of the happiest citizens in the world.

Government
Durkar is today a "transitional republic". Although executive power rests with the Premier of Durkar, The Tax Collector, a representative form of government is in place and the National Assembly in the capital city New Cattigara yields considerable influence in internal affairs.

Durkar prides itself on its human rights and freedom of speech, although recent events, such as the controversial decision to forcibly deport all immigrants from the country, has drawn criticism from the international community. The government of Durkar has defended the action, saying it was necessary to protect the Durkan economy from ruin.

Foreign Relations
Durkar belongs to no alliance. It has a strict policy of neutrality and independence, although in light of recent events many foreign observers have translated this as "isolationism". Durkar highly values human rights and will not trade with any nations that has a poor history of treatment of their own people.

Durkar pursues a relatively peaceful policy towards other nations. However, it will not tolerate overly-aggressive actions of other nations.

The government gives foreign aid when it can, but looks to take care of its own people first.

Religion
The Durkan people are mostly Bahais, although significant sections of the population are Muslims and Buddhists. All religious and ethnic groups coexisted peacefully side by side. Racial tensions are virtually unknown in Durkar.