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|conventional_long_name = The Free Association of Vemou | |conventional_long_name = The Free Association of Vemou | ||
|native_name = | |native_name = Ku Nakousk Ekösefi ko'Vemou | ||
|common_name = Vemou | |common_name = Vemou | ||
|image_flag = Rugia.png | |image_flag = Rugia.png | ||
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|national_motto = | |national_motto = Semai viomon.<br><small>Together, we flourish.</small> | ||
|national_anthem = | |national_anthem = Te sain socais<br><small>The Song of the Willows</small>'' | ||
|royal_anthem = <!--in italics (double quotemarks) and wikilinked if link exists--> | |royal_anthem = <!--in italics (double quotemarks) and wikilinked if link exists--> | ||
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|alt_map2 = Map of Vemou with major cities | |alt_map2 = Map of Vemou with major cities | ||
|map_caption2 = Map of Vemou with major cities | |map_caption2 = Map of Vemou with major cities | ||
|capital = [[ | |capital = [[Socavou]] | ||
|latd= | latm= | latNS= |longd= |longm= |longEW= <!--capital's latitude and longitude in degrees/minutes/direction--> | |latd= | latm= | latNS= |longd= |longm= |longEW= <!--capital's latitude and longitude in degrees/minutes/direction--> | ||
|largest_city = [[ | |largest_city = [[Fersai]] | ||
|largest_settlement_type = <!--Type of settlement if largest settlement not a city--> | |largest_settlement_type = <!--Type of settlement if largest settlement not a city--> | ||
|largest_settlement = <!--Name of largest settlement--> | |largest_settlement = <!--Name of largest settlement--> | ||
|official_languages = [[ | |official_languages = [[Vemou (language)|Vemou]] | ||
|national_languages = <!--Country/territory-wide languages recognised but not necessarily in country/territory-wide law, etc--> | |national_languages = <!--Country/territory-wide languages recognised but not necessarily in country/territory-wide law, etc--> | ||
|regional_languages = [[Ammaric]] | |regional_languages = [[Ammaric]] | ||
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'''Vemou''' (IPA: /'vɛ.moʊ/, [[ | '''Vemou''' (IPA: /'vɛ.moʊ/, [[Vemou (language)|Vemou]]: ''Vemou'', IPA: /'βe̞ː.moʊ̈/), officially the '''Free Association of Vemou''', is a country located on the island of [[Vetes]]. It is separated to the east from [[Ammia]] and mainland [[Miraria]] by the [[Rude Strait]], and shares sea borders with [[Sanpo]] to the south, [[Ohkoria]] to the west, and [[Mettat]] to the north. It is an associated state of the {{USN full}} and a member of the [[Trans-Miraria Railway]] and the [[Sahar International Football Association]]. | ||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
The name '''Vemou''' comes partially from the Ancient Methinat spoken by the Mettat Empire in ancient times. The Ancient Methinat name was "wêtis-udənstám", meaning "Willow Island", named for either the island's widespread ''Salix atrocinerea'' plants or the alpine ''Salix lanata''. Ancient Methinat "wêtis" was later borrowed into | The name '''Vemou''' comes partially from the Ancient Methinat spoken by the Mettat Empire in ancient times. The Ancient Methinat name was "wêtis-udənstám", meaning "Willow Island", named for either the island's widespread ''Salix atrocinerea'' plants or the alpine ''Salix lanata''. Ancient Methinat "wêtis" was later borrowed into Vemou, and the original name was calqued into "Vedmolo", which eventually later became "Vemou". | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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===Methinat Rule=== | ===Methinat Rule=== | ||
In the mid-first century, sometime between 1800 BC and 1700 BC, the [[Mettat|Kingdom of Mettat]] took control of the region. Ancient Methinat became the predominant language, which is reflected in the fact that many place names have been derived from Ancient Methinat. One prominent example of this is [[ | In the mid-first century, sometime between 1800 BC and 1700 BC, the [[Mettat|Kingdom of Mettat]] took control of the region. Ancient Methinat became the predominant language, which is reflected in the fact that many place names have been derived from Ancient Methinat. One prominent example of this is [[Fersai]]. | ||
====Outside Influence==== | ====Outside Influence==== | ||
====Vemou Independence==== | ====Vemou Independence==== | ||
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====Coup d'etat==== | ====Coup d'etat==== | ||
In July 2014, the [[Vemou Lynx Party]] staged a coup d'etat. With the widespread support of the public, they were able to take over the government without the use of violence. The government was dissolved, the [[Constitution of Vemou]] was written, and the congress was replaced with the [[ | In July 2014, the [[Vemou Lynx Party]] staged a coup d'etat. With the widespread support of the public, they were able to take over the government without the use of violence. The government was dissolved, the [[Constitution of Vemou]] was written, and the congress was replaced with the [[--]], which was only given the power deal with foreign policy and enforce the Constitution. A [[wikipedia:Free association (communism and anarchism)|free association]] system was put into place. | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
[[File:MontNefe.jpg|200px|thumb|right|[[ | [[File:MontNefe.jpg|200px|thumb|right|[[Moti Nefe]], the highest point in Vemou]] | ||
[[ | [[Moti Nefe]] is the highest point in Vemou, with a height of {{convert|2174|m|ft}}. | ||
Vemou lies between latitudes 34° and 41° N, and longitudes 14° W and 21° W. | Vemou lies between latitudes 34° and 41° N, and longitudes 14° W and 21° W. | ||
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===Islands=== | ===Islands=== | ||
Other than the main island of [[Vetes]], Vemou has five islands. They are, from largest to smallest, [[ | Other than the main island of [[Vetes]], Vemou has five islands. They are, from largest to smallest, [[Cet]], to the northeast; [[Agúsa]], to the northwest; [[Ovosa]], to the southwest; [[Sax-]], to the southeast; and [[Ferxet]] just off the western coast. | ||
===Mountains=== | ===Mountains=== | ||
The [[Ser Mountains]] run vertically through the centre of Vemou. The tallest peaks are | The [[Ser Mountains]] run vertically through the centre of Vemou. The tallest peaks are Moti Nefe ({{convert|2174|m|ft}}), Moti Vendra ({{convert|2146|m|ft}}), and Moti Cour ({{convert|2061|m|ft}}). | ||
===Climate=== | ===Climate=== | ||
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===Biodiversity=== | ===Biodiversity=== | ||
Vemou is very diverse, with many species of flora and fauna residing in Vetis and the surrounding islands. The national bird of Vemou is the [[wikipedia:Xeme| | Vemou is very diverse, with many species of flora and fauna residing in Vetis and the surrounding islands. The national bird of Vemou is the [[wikipedia:Xeme|Xeme]] (''Xema sabini'') and the national flower is the [[wikipedia:Hyacinthoides hispanica|velcín viut]] (''Hyacinthoides hispanica''). | ||
==Politics== | ==Politics== | ||
===Government=== | ===Government=== | ||
The government of Vemou is almost non-existent. It is primarily inspired by anarcho-communism. The government is controlled by the [[ | The government of Vemou is almost non-existent. It is primarily inspired by anarcho-communism. The government is controlled by the [[--]], a parliament with 20 members, two from each division. They are picked randomly from the population of each division; a person who is picked may (and does often) decline, and a new person is picked in their place. They meet primarily to discuss foreign policy, and rarely to discuss domestic policy, such as laws. There are few national laws, as most laws are on the commune level. All laws are enforced by communes themselves. | ||
The only laws are known as the Three Tenets: | The only laws are known as the Three Tenets: | ||
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===Administrative divisions=== | ===Administrative divisions=== | ||
There are 10 divisions of Vemou. These are: | There are 10 divisions of Vemou. These are: | ||
* [[ | * [[Agunsa]] | ||
* [[Dougor]] | * [[Dougor]] | ||
* [[Enetre]] | * [[Enetre]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Fetsoc (division)|Fetsoc]] | ||
* [[Fetis]] | * [[Fetis]] | ||
* [[Fersei]] | * [[Fersei]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Cet]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Percen]] | ||
* [[Ser | * [[Ser Xousa]] | ||
* [[Ser Pusona]] | * [[Ser Pusona]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Sere]] | ||
===Foreign relations=== | ===Foreign relations=== | ||
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===Language=== | ===Language=== | ||
The vast majority (95.96%) of Vemou citizens speak [[ | The vast majority (95.96%) of Vemou citizens speak [[Vemou]], while a small portion (3.87%) speak it as a second language to [[Ammaric]]. | ||
===Education=== | ===Education=== | ||
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===Sport=== | ===Sport=== | ||
The most popular sport in Vemou is [[wikipedia:Association football|football]]. The [[ | The most popular sport in Vemou is [[wikipedia:Association football|football]]. The [[t'Uinon Leunúnin]] (''The Football League''), often shortened to simply ''t'Uinon'', is the highest level of the [[Vemou football league system]]. Vemou is also a member of the [[Sahar International Football Association]] (''SIFA'', or in Illaine, ''t'Uinon Anterxudal Leunúnin Eicaierin''). | ||
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The Free Association of Vemou Ku Nakousk Ekösefi ko'Vemou |
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Motto: Semai viomon. Together, we flourish. |
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Anthem: Te sain socais The Song of the Willows |
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Location of Vemou on Sahar
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Map of Vemou with major cities
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Capital | Socavou | |||
Largest | Fersai | |||
Official languages | Vemou | |||
Recognised regional languages | Ammaric | |||
Government | Free association | |||
Establishment | ||||
- | Independence from Mettat; establishment of the Vemou Republic | 1957 | ||
- | Breakup of the Vemou Republic; establishment of the Free Association | 2014 | ||
Area | ||||
- | Total | 100,198 km2 38,687 sq mi |
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Population | ||||
- | 2015 census | 10,929,091 | ||
- | Density | 109.1/km2 282.6/sq mi |
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GDP (nominal) | 2015 estimate | |||
- | Total | $209.565 billion | ||
- | Per capita | $19,175 | ||
Gini (2015) | 0 low |
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HDI (2015) | 0.862 very high |
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Currency | Corone (VCR) | |||
Time zone | WST (SCT-1) | |||
Drives on the | left | |||
Internet TLD | .vz |
Vemou (IPA: /'vɛ.moʊ/, Vemou: Vemou, IPA: /'βe̞ː.moʊ̈/), officially the Free Association of Vemou, is a country located on the island of Vetes. It is separated to the east from Ammia and mainland Miraria by the Rude Strait, and shares sea borders with Sanpo to the south, Ohkoria to the west, and Mettat to the north. It is an associated state of the Union of Šarkunen Nations and a member of the Trans-Miraria Railway and the Sahar International Football Association.
Etymology
The name Vemou comes partially from the Ancient Methinat spoken by the Mettat Empire in ancient times. The Ancient Methinat name was "wêtis-udənstám", meaning "Willow Island", named for either the island's widespread Salix atrocinerea plants or the alpine Salix lanata. Ancient Methinat "wêtis" was later borrowed into Vemou, and the original name was calqued into "Vedmolo", which eventually later became "Vemou".
History
Prehistory
The areas currently controlled by Vemou were populated by nomadic times in ancient times. Artifacts of early settlements have been found and dated to as far back as 3700 BCE, although little is known about their language or culture.
Methinat Rule
In the mid-first century, sometime between 1800 BC and 1700 BC, the Kingdom of Mettat took control of the region. Ancient Methinat became the predominant language, which is reflected in the fact that many place names have been derived from Ancient Methinat. One prominent example of this is Fersai.
Outside Influence
Vemou Independence
In May 1857, Vemou gained its independence from Mettat via referendum. Consequently, the Vemou Republic was established.
Vemou Republic
Vemou was a democratic republic from May 1857 until July 2014. In March 2013, the economy collapsed, and inflation began to increase exponentially. By October 2013, the Vemou Coroné was worth practically nothing, with the exchange rate cr¤15 264,48 = US$1.
Coup d'etat
In July 2014, the Vemou Lynx Party staged a coup d'etat. With the widespread support of the public, they were able to take over the government without the use of violence. The government was dissolved, the Constitution of Vemou was written, and the congress was replaced with the --, which was only given the power deal with foreign policy and enforce the Constitution. A free association system was put into place.
Geography
Moti Nefe is the highest point in Vemou, with a height of 2,174 metres (7,133 ft).
Vemou lies between latitudes 34° and 41° N, and longitudes 14° W and 21° W.
To the south, Vemou shares a sea border with Ohkoria and Sanpo; on the north, it shares a sea border with Mettat; and to the east, it shares a border with Ammia along the Rude Strait.
Islands
Other than the main island of Vetes, Vemou has five islands. They are, from largest to smallest, Cet, to the northeast; Agúsa, to the northwest; Ovosa, to the southwest; Sax-, to the southeast; and Ferxet just off the western coast.
Mountains
The Ser Mountains run vertically through the centre of Vemou. The tallest peaks are Moti Nefe (2,174 metres (7,133 ft)), Moti Vendra (2,146 metres (7,041 ft)), and Moti Cour (2,061 metres (6,762 ft)).
Climate
Most of Vemou has a Mediterranean climate, falling under the CSb and CSa Köppen climate classifications. However, part of the Eastern side of Vemou is drier, falling under the semi-arid BSk classification. This is due to the Ser mountains, which block some of the moisture from the ocean.
Biodiversity
Vemou is very diverse, with many species of flora and fauna residing in Vetis and the surrounding islands. The national bird of Vemou is the Xeme (Xema sabini) and the national flower is the velcín viut (Hyacinthoides hispanica).
Politics
Government
The government of Vemou is almost non-existent. It is primarily inspired by anarcho-communism. The government is controlled by the --, a parliament with 20 members, two from each division. They are picked randomly from the population of each division; a person who is picked may (and does often) decline, and a new person is picked in their place. They meet primarily to discuss foreign policy, and rarely to discuss domestic policy, such as laws. There are few national laws, as most laws are on the commune level. All laws are enforced by communes themselves.
The only laws are known as the Three Tenets:
- Slavery, in any form, is illegal.
- Intentional murder is illegal.
- Intentional cause of pain or hardship is illegal.[a]
- ↑ This includes physical and emotional pain or hardship.
These laws apply in all communes, and are enforced by the communes. Interpretations of these three laws are free to be decided upon by each commune. If a commune is found to be not enforcing these laws, the commune will be treated as not part of the association, losing all benefits of Vemou's shared foreign policy, including imports and exports. However, this has never occurred.
In addition to these laws, the domestic laws of the Union of Šarkunen Nations are recommended to be followed, but are not enforced. However, due to ease, some are always followed. These are the addition of an "international zone" to Trans-Miraria Railway stations and driving being on the left-hand side.
Administrative divisions
There are 10 divisions of Vemou. These are:
Foreign relations
Vemou is a member of the Union of Šarkunen Nations. It has completely open borders, although due to the fact that many nations require passports for entry, citizens of Vemou are issued passports on request.
Military
Vemou has no official military, although many communes have organised militias, often shared between large groups of communes. They are usually only used (rarely) to enforce communal rules or break up violent situations.
Economy
The economy of Vemou is a gift economy. Currency is not used in peoples' daily lives, although there is currency, the Corone, which is used in international trade by the Thing and is organized via the Vemou Central Bank.
Currency
The Vemou Corone is a currency used primarily for international trade purposes, including exports and imports.
Transport
Vemou has a large public transport presence. Travel on the Vemou Rail System is completely free. In addition, with a passport, Vemou citizens can get free tickets for the Trans-Miraria Railway, as an agreement is in place giving Vemou free access to the railway in return for regular maintenance of all rail lines within its borders and annual payments from the Vemou Central Bank.
Energy
Most energy in Vemou is generated via nuclear power plants, hydroelectric dams, or natural gas power plants, although the latter's use is falling in favor of other forms of power generation.
Tourism
Tourism is common in Vemou. A large driver of tourism is the lack of drug laws and sex worker laws in many areas. In addition, Vemou's landscapes and beaches are common destinations.
Demographics
Language
The vast majority (95.96%) of Vemou citizens speak Vemou, while a small portion (3.87%) speak it as a second language to Ammaric.
Education
There is no official primary schooling system in Vemou, although nearly all communes use a K-12 system of schooling. Secondary schooling is also widespread, but not standardized.
Healthcare
All forms of healthcare are free. >90% of the population has a hospital within 15 miles of their home.
Religion
Religion is very common in Vemou; only approximately 15% of Vemou citizens are non-religious. This is in contrast with many of the countries of nearby Šarkunen, where non-religion is more common than religion. Iovism is the most common religion, accounting for about 45% of religious individuals, followed by Pašaism, accounting for about 25%.
Culture
Sport
The most popular sport in Vemou is football. The t'Uinon Leunúnin (The Football League), often shortened to simply t'Uinon, is the highest level of the Vemou football league system. Vemou is also a member of the Sahar International Football Association (SIFA, or in Illaine, t'Uinon Anterxudal Leunúnin Eicaierin).