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Empire of Girisko
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Motto: 給更棒未来給毎人 Kyū sarabō mirai kyū maijin (For a greater future for all) | |
  Location of Girisko in Ostlandet (highlighted in dark green) - In the Guishan Commonwealth (highlighted in green) | |
| Location | Central Ostlandet |
| Capital and largest city | Ichinomiya 17°24'20"N 169°31′10″E |
| Official languages | Giriskonese[1][2][3][4] Monsilvan Luhainese |
| Recognised national languages | Shaoyunese Giriskonese sign language Monsilvan sign language |
Official script | Giriskonese script |
| Ethnic groups (2024) | 55.3% Giriskonese 39.7% Monsilvan 5% Other |
| Religion (2024)[5] | 33% Shintoism 30% Buddhism 20% Taoism 7% Protestantism 5% Hintoism 4% Confucianism 0.5% No religion 0.5% Other |
| Demonym(s) | Giriskonese (singular and plural) |
| Government | Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy[6][7] |
• Empress | Nanaka Ishii |
• Premier | Tomosuke Hasegawa |
| Aoki Mitsuko | |
| Tsuchida Tatsuo | |
| Legislature | Legislative Bumon |
| Establishment | |
• First Giriskonese Constitution drafted by the Tenmei Empire | 1950 |
• Formation of the Guishan Commonwealth | 1998 |
• Current Constitution | 2005 |
| Area | |
• | 102,204 sq mi (264,710 km2)[8] (38th) |
• Water (%) | 4.4%[9] |
| Population | |
• 2024 estimate |  9,120,241[10] (36th) |
• 2019 census | 7,820,140[11] |
• Density | 64/km2 (165.8/sq mi) (4th) |
| GDP (PPP) | 2024 estimate |
• Total | ¥3.035 trillion yuan ₵503.3 billion credits (???th) |
• Per capita | ¥332,771.58 yuan ₵55,186 credits (???th) |
| GDP (nominal) | 2024 estimate |
• Total | ¥2.201 trillion yuan[12] ₵365 billion credits (29th) |
• Per capita | ¥241,326.63 yuan[12] ₵40,021 credits (23rd) |
| Gini (2024) |  21.4[13]low · 5th |
| HDI (2024) | 0.920[14] very high · 9th |
| Currency | Yuan (¥) (GSY) |
| Time zone | TMB+11 (GST) |
| Date format | YYYY-MM-DD |
| Driving side | left |
| Calling code | +40 |
| ISO 3166 code | GSO |
| Internet TLD | .gi, .桐岑 |
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Girisko[a], officially the Empire of Girisko [b], is a country in Ostlandet. Its government is considered to be a unitary, parliamentary, constitutional monarchy, consisting of around 9 million people, being the 36th most populous country in the world. It is considered a continental country, and it is situated in Central Ostlandet, bordering Monsilva to the south, Akvarelusus to the west and the Kivu Ocean to the east.
The current premier is Tomosuke Hasegawa, while the empress is Nanaka Ishii. The main and official language of the nation is Giriskonese, and the capital is Ichinomiya, a megacity bordering the Kivu Ocean that's also the largest city in the nation. Girisko is known for its history, culture, traditions, and industry. The Empire of Girisko has an area of around 102,204 square miles (264,710 km2) of land, making it the 38th largest nation in the world. As of today, Girisko is divided into ??? provinces, which are then further subdivided into districts, which are further divided into municipalities.
The currency of Girisko is the yuan, the shared currency of the Guishan Commonwealth. As of 2024, Girisko has a GDP (nominal) of 365 billion credits (2.201 trillion yuan) and a GDP (nominal) per capita of 40,021 credits (241,326.63 yuan), ranking it in 29th and 23rd respectively. Girisko is a member of the OU, the ROKO, and, alongside Monsilva, the Guishan Commonwealth[c].
Contents
- 1 Etymology
- 2 History
- 3 Geography
- 4 Economy
- 5 Government and politics
- 6 Infrastructure
- 7 Demographics
- 8 Culture
- 9 See also
- 10 Notes
- 11 References
- 12 Further reading
- 13 External links
Etymology
The word "Girisko" comes from the native Giriskonese word for the country: 桐岑 (girisuko). 桐 (giri) refers to the flowers of the sakura tree, which have characterized Giriskonese landscapes for thousands of years and 岑 (suko) is a character originating from Old Giriskonese which referred to the mountain tops of Girisko's western mountain range. The name was adopted in 1950 after the Tenmei democratization era reached its zenith and the national Giriskonese identity re-awakened.
History
For a chronological guide, see Timeline of Giriskonese history.
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Geography
Girisko is located north of Monsilva and to the east of Akvarelusus in central Ostlandet. The eastern border of the nation is defined by the Kivu Ocean. Girisko's diverse terrain, particularly the large hills and mountains to the south and the west have resulted in Giriskonese people to develop a unique culture and history. They have been used for the construction of defensive outposts, civilian and military bunkers for emergency use. These mountainous ranges are also rich in natural resources, minerals, and metals, which are actively extracted and have heavily contributed to the Giriskonese economy.
Girisko's western mountains range, on average, from 3000 to 200 meters in height above sea level, with several peaks topping at 3500 meters. The eastern side of the country ranges, on average, 200 to 0 meters above sea level. As such, because of the difficult western terrain and the high altitudes, the majority of the nation's population, with some exceptions, is settled outside the mountainous ranges, with many cities existing near the coast, such as Ichinomiya, and around lakes and rivers. Other than mountains, the rest of Girisko is composed of hills, forests, plains, and jungles. Some of these hills are used as farmland as well, while many of these biomes provide various economic opportunities.
Girisko has an area of approximately 264,710 km2 (102,204 sq mi), making it the 38th largest nation in the world.
Climate
Girisko hosts three main climates throughout its territory, ranging from subtropical highland climate in the southwestern mountainous regions with an average temperature under 22 degrees celcius to tropical monsoon climate in the northeast with an average temperature of around 18 degrees celcius and humid subtropical climate in between the former two with an average temperature above 10 degrees celcius. Quite a lot of factors influence the climate in Girisko, such as the Kivu ocean to the east, the nation's topography and distance from the equator, the hundreds of rivers and lakes in Girisko and the bordering climates in Monsilva and Akvarelusus. During the wetter months (early autumn), Girisko witnesses around 5 times as much rain as during its driest months (winter).
Rivers, lakes and oceans
Girisko has hundreds of rivers and lakes, many of which provide a useful source for fishing as well as drinkable water in rural settlements, or have dams to provide electricity, or as natural landscapes and natural habitats for research and preservation. Many of these lakes and rivers were used as natural borders in the past between samurai clans, and were especially useful for settlements, and as such, have played and continue to play a major role in the Giriskonese economy. These rivers and lakes are contributing to the stability and humidity of the climates in Girisko, being necessary for the Giriskonese ecosystems. The largest river in Girisko is the Nami River, a river which extends from essentially one end of the country to the other, all the way to the Kivu ocean. It is known for its massive tidal waves which are popular for surfers.
As for oceans, Girisko borders the Kivu Ocean, which provides a great source for fishing and trade, as well as tourism.
Natural disasters
Girisko is a very tectonically active country, being considered one of the most tectonically active in the world, with tectonic plates passing right through the mountainous regions of Girisko, primarily in southern Girisko and in the Giriskonese coastlines to the Kivu ocean. As such, the rural settlements in the mountainous terrain of Girisko experience a lot of earthquakes. Most of them are mild or moderate, but there have been some very powerful earthquakes which caused immense damage and were strong enough to even devastate northeastern Girisko as well. Devastating earthquakes have been measured back to the 14th century BC, some of which resulted in the collapse of the entire Yua dynasty and ended the period of stability of the time. In the modern day, there are many safety measures to ensure societal stability despite constant earthquakes, such as safety mandates for the construction of buildings so they can withstand the effect of earthquakes, as well as the usage of technologies and measures to increase resistance against the effects of earthquakes.
It is also important to mention that because the Giriskonese ocean coastline is also very tectonically active, many earthquakes also hit northern Girisko, though not as often. Typically, only moderate or severe earthquakes spread far enough from the ocean to have any noticeable effects on the settlements there. However, these earthquakes in the ocean occasionally cause tsunamis, which are another type of natural disasters that can be encountered in Girisko. This typically happens with above moderate earthquakes that occur below the ocean floor, becoming strong enough to cause tidal waves. The most recent severe tsunami was recorded in 2017, when a magnitude 7 earthquake occurred on the Giriskonese coastline, causing damage to coastal Ichinomiya, and caused a tsunami up to 20 meters high that washed up to 3 kilometres inland, causing damage to infrastructure, the environment, as well as injuring a few hundred people and killing tens of people.
Girisko is also subject to subtropical storms and tornadoes, due to its climates, primarily during the summer and early autumn months. While most subtropical storms are manageable, some escalate to the point of becoming hurricanes. The strongest hurricane ever recorded in Girisko was Hurricane Sina, a category 7 hurricane that hit Girisko and Monsilva in 1940 and caused immense devastation.
Flora and fauna
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Natural resources
Girisko is home to a wide array of natural resources, all of which are contributing to the economy of the nation, and have had some historical value. Silicon, while being a resource that's available everywhere, is actively being extracted in the Honso mountain range, and used in the production of electrical components and semiconductors. Silver, a metal that's used for the manufacturing of motor vehicles, solar panels and more, is seen in significant quantities in Kanagami and Honso provinces. Copper exists in much of Girisko, but its large concentrations can be seen in the Shimokawa, Kanemoto, Tendо̄, and Aokita provinces, which are also used for copper extraction. Copper has much historical value for it's use as armour and equipment alongside bronze and other metals during classical Girisko.
Gold, Mercury, and Platinum can be seen in large concentrations in Tantaki, Shо̄tani, Honso and Shimokawa respectively. They are extracted for various uses. Gold is used for the minting of coins and various jewellery, while mercury is used for the manufacturing of batteries, fluorescent lights, paints, and other materials. Platinum is used in catalytic converters, laboratory equipment, electrical contacts and electrodes, platinum resistance thermometers, dentistry equipment, and other tools and equipment.
Tungsten can be seen in large concentrations on О̄yama, Makigawa and Sо̄yama. Tungsten is mostly used in alloy production, and in combination with copper and other resources, in the production of electrical components and computer chips. It also has some other minor uses. Aluminium can also be seen in massive qualities in much of western Girisko, being actively extracted for the manufacturing of a huge variety of products, like cans, aeroplane components, and window frames. Natural gas can be seen in large concentrations in northern Kiba, as well as Byо̄bо̄. It is mainly used in international trade by selling natural gas to other countries, as well as being used domestically for the production of electricity. Uranium can also be found in much of Girisko in concentrated pockets.
Rare earth metals (REE) can be found in much of Girisko, but their largest concentrations are actively extracted in О̄yama. The same is true for precious metals, with a significant diamond deposit being mined in О̄yama. Coal is common through much of Girisko. It is extracted for domestic use and energy production, but it is also largely extracted for exports to the global markets. Lastly, much of eastern Girisko provides easily accessible farmland and forested areas, which can be used for crop growth and animal husbandry.
Many of the natural resources of Girisko and the products that are produced with them are directed towards the international market when they are not in use domestically.
Environment
The Giriskonese environment used to be considered relatively stable. However, recent developments have increased concern over environmental pollution and have challenged the notion of this stability. Economic sectors and industries in Girisko require increasingly large amounts of energy, and some industries also utilize increasingly large hectares of land. The tourism industry, for example, utilizes land for the construction of hotels which pollute the beaches of Girisko. The manufacturing industry also creates waste and pollutes the environment through the use of fossil fuels. In light of these advancements, the government is passing environmental regulations to try to limit the resource depletion, pollution of air, water, and soil, habitat destruction, greenhouse gas emissions, waste generation, and the loss of biodiversity caused by the growing economy, such as investments in renewables.
Economy
Percentage of Giriskonese GDP by Sector (2024)
The economy of Girisko is a highly developed, mixed market economy, dominated by worker enterprises, characterized by low levels of inequality, generous welfare system, regulation and reduced concentration of top incomes, as well as regulations on free market capitalism to ensure a healthy and productive work environment, which can be attributed to Girisko's highly efficient and strong social security system. The Giriskonese state is highly open to investments and free trade, with a lot of focus is being put on exports, advanced sectors such as manufacturing and technology, and skilled immigration. By nominal GDP, the Giriskonese economy is worth 422 billion credits (2.665 trillion yuan) and as for GDP per capita, it is worth 26,000 credits (156,780 yuan). Additionally, when it comes to purchasing power parity, Girisko has a total GDP (PPP) of 750 billion credits (4.222 trillion yuan) and a GDP (PPP) per capita of 44,117 credits (266,025 Yuan), ranking as the ???rd country with the largest GDP (PPP) total and the ???rd country with the largest GDP (PPP) per capita respectively. The Giriskonese economy is very diverse, with contributions by the manufacturing, mining, technology and research, agriculture and service sectors, as well as other smaller sectors. A large percentage of the population is employed by the public sector, which amounts to roughly 30% of the work force, in areas such as healthcare and higher education. The government provides useful economic advice and predictions through an economic simulation called Synthetic Synergy (SySy), with which companies are able to gain insights on their decisions.
Many strategic companies are either partially or fully state-run or state-owned, like utilities, mail, rail transport, airlines, electrical power industry, fossil fuels and the arms industry. In addition, all businesses opened in Girisko are encouraged to be worker cooperatives.
Agriculture
Agriculture in Girisko today makes up 10% of the GDP per sector of the Giriskonese economy and covers a large amount of consumption needs of the population. It used to be a large sector in Girisko, which had helped propel the industrial revolution in the nation by providing a stable source of funds for the government. As much as half of the Giriskonese land area, specifically eastern Girisko, is suitable for farming. The most widely grown crops in Girisko include are rice, wheat, potatoes, betel nuts, cocoa beans, sugar cane, herbs, avocados, bananas, dragon fruits, strawberries, and various other fruits, mushrooms and vegetables. Girisko imports crops that are not produced domestically. The domestic agricultural production is either used domestically or sold internationally.
Dairy production and consumption makes up a sizable portion of agricultural production in Girisko. Girisko largely uses cows and sheep as livestock, mostly for dairy products of dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and more. Pork and other animals are also used as live stock, but in smaller quantities, because of the eating habits of the average Giriskonese people. Poultry, however, and more specifically chickens, are more widely used as livestock because chicken products such as eggs are typically common in the diets of everyday people. The land in eastern Girisko that can't be easily converted into farmland is typically dominated by forests. Trees in Girisko, with government regulations and replanting plans to stabilize the environment, are cut down to be used as building material for constructions, paper, furniture, such as cabinets and drawers, and foreign exports. Additionally, wood is also sometimes used as fuel during camping.
Fishing has always been a rich industry in Girisko, even before the industrial revolution, due to fish being a staple in the diet of the average Giriskonese person. Coastal fishing by small boats, set nets, or breeding techniques account for about one third of the industry's total production, while offshore fishing by medium-sized boats makes up for another one third of the amount of caught fish. Freshwater fishing in rivers and lakes make up almost one third of the industry. Deep-sea fishing from larger vessels makes up the rest. Among the many species of seafood caught are sardines, skipjack tuna, crab, shrimp, salmon, pollock, squid, clams, mackerel, sea bream, sauries, tuna, tropical fish, trout and eel, catfish, chub, herring, goby, freshwater crustaceans as crabs and crayfish, as well as hundreds of other fish from Giriskonese lakes and rivers. Trout and eel hatcheries and fish farms are also used. Giriskonese fishing vessels are also travelling in international waters. Fish that are caught and brought back to Girisko are either used domestically, or are sold internationally.
Additionally, the winemaking, chocolate, tea, flower industries, as well as various restaurants, are widespread in Girisko and provide large income through exports. However, the fast food industry has been unable to properly develop in Girisko.
Energy and electricity
Coal makes up 26% of the total energy production in Girisko. Coal, being extracted in considerable quantities but being largely directed towards exports to other countries and the global market instead of domestic consumption. Natural gas consumption for energy production accounts for 40% of the Giriskonese energy production. Investments in the natural gas industry, natural gas processing, new technologies, and the construction of new processing plants has helped the industry bloom. Natural gas that is not used domestically is, likewise, sold internationally at the most competitive prices possible. Together, fossil fuels account for 66% of the modern energy production in Girisko.
The rest of the 34% of energy production in Girisko is produced by renewables. Hydropower consists of 10% of the renewable energy production, with investment being poured into the construction of dams in many lakes and rivers in Girisko. Wind power consists of another 10% of the renewable energy production. Girisko has been constructing wind turbines, typically in uninhabited territory or in rural plains. Yet another 10% of energy production can be attributed to solar panels. The large manufacturing sector, and specifically, the electrical industry in Girisko has made construction of solar panels domestically economically feasible. The rest of the 4% of renewable energy production is attributed to bioenergy, and more specifically, biofuel. Rotten food and waste that can't be recycled is converted into energy in energy plants.
In total, energy makes up 3% of the country's GDP. The manufacturing, industrial and service sectors are currently the largest energy consumers in Girisko, and as such, a large subsidy of energy production is directed towards these industries. Electricity, energy production and the vital structure related to it are nationalized industries, owned by state-owned enterprises, such as GirGREEN, GiriskoPower, and more, which are in charge of providing free electricity to the population.
Mining
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Girisko is rich in natural deposits, mineral deposits and other resources. These mineral deposits have helped Girisko to kickstart economic growth, proving vital in the efforts of the rapid industrialization of the economy thanks to the funds from this sector. As of 2024, the mining sector constitutes 10% of the entire country's GDP. Girisko is a large producer of Silicon, Silver, Copper, Gold, Mercury, Platinum, Tungsten, Aluminium, rare earth metals, precious metals and stones and especially diamonds, coal, and to a smaller extent, a producer of uranium.
Today, Silicon makes up 9% of the mining industry in Girisko, being extracted in Honso, and is primarily used in the production of electrical components and semiconductors. Silicon is also exported to other nations for their factories. Copper makes up 10% of the mining industry in Girisko and is primarily extracted in the Shimokawa, Kanemoto, Tendо̄, and Aokita provinces. Copper is used domestically in the production of alloys, household applications such as roofs and doors, pipes, ship components, electrical equipment such as wiring and motors, and in various scientific uses in the form of copper sulfate for water purification and copper compounds for sugar detection. Aside from domestic use, copper alloys such as bronze are sold for construction and for use in electrical equipment. Gold is actively extracted in the Tantaki province, and takes up 5% of the mining industry. Historically, it was used primarily in the decoration of palaces, jewellery and the minting of coins. While today, it is also used for the minting of coins and jewellery, it is also used in electronic components, primarily for computers, and in medical practices, such as the replacement of teeth. Platinum takes up 8% of the mining industry, and is primarily mined in the Shо̄tani province. It is used in catalytic converters for vehicles, laboratory equipment, electrical contacts and electrodes, platinum resistance thermometers, dentistry equipment, and other minor equipment. Most of the platinum produced is also consumed domestically, but surplus platinum is sold to the international market. Mercury takes up 8% of the mining industry, being extracted in the Honso and Shimokawa provinces, and is used in the manufacturing of batteries, fluorescent lights, paints, dental fillings, soaps, and electrical switches. It is not traded internationally in it's extracted form to a considerable extent.
Tungsten occupies 10% of the mining industry, and is extracted in О̄yama, Makigawa and Sо̄yama. Tungsten is mostly used in alloy production due to its contributions in metalworking with its hardness and density, as well as in the production of electrical components, computer chips, vehicle parts, heating elements, field emitters, filaments in light bulbs and military equipment. While not exported in its pure form, alloys with tungsten and other materials that were created with it are exported internationally. Aluminium, taking up 22% of the mining sector, can be seen in large qualities in much of western Girisko, and is being actively extracted for the manufacturing of consumer and luxury goods like cans, aeroplane components, foils, beer kegs, kitchen utensils and window frames. Rare earth metals and stones (REEs) make up 3% of the mining industry and can be found in much of Girisko, with their largest concentrations being actively extracted in О̄yama, being used for glass, lights, magnets, batteries, catalytic converters, and the production and powering of much of modern technology. Precious metals, making up 3% of the mining industry, are also found through much of Girisko and are mined in small quantities, with the significant diamond deposit being mined in О̄yama being an exception, due to the deposit being large. They are used as sensors in the steel industry, catalysts for chemical processes, contact materials in the electrical industry and glass coatings, as well as for jewellery and to aid in industrial processes. Both rare earth metals/stones and precious metals/stones are also sold internationally at high prices.
Coal takes up 20% of the mining industry, and is common through much of Girisko, being actively mined in various places. It is used for domestic energy production in coal plants and everyday use, accounting for 26% of the nation's total energy production, but it is primarily exported to other countries in order to avoid domestic pollution while still making profits off of the extraction of coal. The importance of coal as an energy source in poor to developing countries have led to it being a highly desired product. Lastly, Uranium, which takes up the last 2% of the mining industry, is occasionally extracted in minor quantities, either to be used for medicinal purposes, x-ray technology, or for exports to other countries.
Manufacturing
The Giriskonese manufacturing sector, as of today, accounts for 33% of the total GDP per sector. Girisko is a significant manufacturer of consumer goods, luxury goods, various other goods and products, with manufacturing being the largest economic sector in Girisko. Much of the manufacturing in Girisko is powered by domestic energy production.
Giriskonese manufacturing and industry today are very diversified, with a variety of advanced manufacturing industries that are highly successful both domestically and internationally. Popular manufacturing companies in Girisko include MediGO, Mechanica Plus, HomeAndMore, ParaSega Entertainment and many more. Consumer goods and luxury that are produced in Girisko and used domestically or sold internationally at competitive prices include clothing, sporting goods, bicycles, kitchen utensils, foils, beer kegs, cosmetics, fashion goods, cans, paints, soaps, jewellery, household applications and appliances such as roofs and doors, furniture and more. Additionally, the semiconductor industry as well as the electrical industry are also major manufacturing industries in Girisko. Precious, highly important electronic components and equipment is produced in Girisko. Copper wires and motors, computers and computer parts and chips, catalytic converters, electrical contacts and electrodes, batteries, fluorescent lights, electrical switches, field emitters, solar-powered batteries, LEDs, semiconductor chips and microchips and more are produced in Girisko, used domestically for consumption or resources for other industries, and are also sold internationally to other nations.
Heavy industries such as steel, alloy, and overall heavy manufacturing is also very essential. Metalworking in Girisko is heavily reliant on steel and alloy production. Alloys and steel are forged with tungsten, copper, and other minerals, and are used in things such as construction, ship components, automobiles, pipes, machinery, and a lot of other necessary resources. Alloys and steel that are not used for domestic purposes, are exported internationally for construction and as resources for critical machinery. The alloy industry has allowed the automobile industry to kickstart in Girisko without too many imports for the necessary resources. Military manufacturing is also a part of the Giriskonese manufacturing sector, with raw materials being directed towards the production of various equipment directed for military use. Such equipment is primarily used in the Giriskonese Armed Forces, but are also sold to nations who are interested in gaining the equipment. The arms industry in Girisko is nationalized and state-run.
Other manufacturing industries include industries that focus on the manufacturing of glass, textiles, lights, glass coatings, aeroplane components, fluorescent lights, medical, technological and laboratory equipment, and more specifically, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and more. Such products are used in domestic construction, research, hospitals, and are also sold internationally.
Information technology
The Giriskonese information technology sector is very important and widely spreading through Girisko. It plays considerable role both domestically in Girisko proper and regionally in Ostlandet. Combined with the electrical industry and the research and manufacturing sectors in Girisko, Girisko has become a considerable development hub of central Ostlandet. The structure of the sector in Girisko includes a handful of large worker enterprises at the top along with many small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for 85% of the sector's industrial output. These enterprises spend resources on research and development in advanced technology and digital research. IT in Girisko includes computing, data management and science, research in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and more.
Science
Scientific and medical research in Girisko are an important part of the Giriskonese economy, accounting for 25% of the total GDP, with science and technology being one of the largest economic sectors in Girisko.
Today, scientific and medical research is conducted by various domestic research centres and enterprises in Girisko. Biomedicine, biotechnology, and more, are actively funded. Other economical sectors, such as information technology and manufacturing, are reliant on scientific research for research and development. Life sciences are the largest subject that are actively researched in Girisko, accounting for 61% of the sciences funded in Girisko. The health sector is working on the research and development of cures and treatments for various health conditions. Large medical institutes in Girisko include BioStarlex-GRAMFE, GiriskoCross and more.
The government, has heavily directed investment into the creation of large public works, primarily science parks, where a large portion of the nation's research hubs are situated. The most popular one is Star valley, which holds over seven campuses, with over 402 research companies employing 160,000 people there. Star valley is situated in the outskirts of Ichinomiya, and is the nation's hub of innovation and Ostlandet's largest technopolis. In addition, the government's ministry of health and welfare is also headquartered near the campus. The park is expected to keep growing. Another large science park is the Etsuzo science park, a place in which a lot of research institutes and public universities have either headquartered themselves, or have set up branches on. Research about optoelectronics, biotechnology, engineering, integrated circuits, physics, astronomy, chemistry, and biology is conducted there. Many other parks are still in development, being supplemented by the manufacturing sector and information technology. Biomedicine and pharmacotherapy are also important industries in Girisko. Research being conducted into various biopharmaceuticals, as well as manufacturing support, has allowed Girisko to become a manufacturer and exporter of pharmaceutical products, vaccines, and more. There are many other smaller to medium-sized research institutes in Girisko focused on specific things, such as new military equipment (which belongs to the arms industry) or astronomical observations.
Service
The Giriskonese service sector accounts for 14% (2024) of the total GDP of the economy. Transportation, tourism, consumer internet and telecommunications are all major industries in the service sector, having been growing in influence and size, with investments from other sectors and specifically the manufacturing sector allowing extensive improvements in the quality and quantity of services. Girisko, historically, always had a large tourist industry, both domestic and foreign. Today, tourism accounts for 30% of the service sector. Girisko, on average, is housing somewhere in between 18-22 million foreign tourists annually, with the largest peak ever recorded in 2023, when 25 million tourists had visited the nation during that year alone. Easier visa requirements, softened border regulations and the value of the Yen helps attract many tourists from Ostlandet. Domestic tourism is also important, as several million domestic tourists move around in Girisko annually. Tourism in Girisko typically peaks during the summer, periods of festivals and national holidays. The most popular tourism destinations in Girisko are Ichinomiya, with 23% of all tourists going there, and other major metropolises such as Hoshisai, Uchijima, Deruta and more, which take another 20% of all tourist influxes. The last 57% of tourists visit the rest of Girisko. Popular attractions include the Tanko temple, the Yasuke shrine and more. The government has announced goals of investment plans into new hotels and museums to attract more foreign tourists, with the projected goal of attracting 35 million tourists annually by 2040.
The Giriskonese economy also houses a large consumer internet and mobile industry, and overall a sizable telecommunication industry. A significant amount of the large amount of data generated by internet users in Girisko is highly profitable for digital companies and artificial intelligence technology. It directly helps feed data into Synthetic Synergy. The increasingly growing and diversifying economy have allowed the government to connect large parts of the country by Internet, telephone, telegraph, radio, and television. The country is served by an extensive system of automatic telephone exchanges connected by modern networks of fiber-optic cables, coaxial cables, microwave radio relays, and there is also access to the international satellite system. The nationwide adoption of credit card have led to a boom in online shopping and retail banking. In total, telecommunication accounts for 30% of the service sector.
Mass media, digital platforms and the gaming industry are also important service industries. Both domestic and foreign digital platforms operating in Girisko provide a wide arrange of services, ranging from apps that provide support with website building, video editing, and other more complicated tasks like digital food services and delivery services. Games are also pretty popular in Girisko, both in the form of modern arcades and digital apps. Gaming is especially popular among young people, especially those who live in urban areas. Aside from gaming conglomerates, there are also indie devs and other smaller, side projects. Transportation, real estate and retail are also essential service industries in Girisko. Transportation, such as rail transport and airlines, are largely nationalized industries, owned by the government. The government owns its own airline, GiriskoFlightZ, and provides free and accessible public transport by public buses, trains, ships, and planes. In total, consumer internet and the mobile industry account for 20% of the service sector, while transportation services account for 10%. The last 10% of the service sector is made up of tens of smaller service industries, such as wholesale and retail trade, storage, and more minor industries.
Financial services
The Giriskonese financial sector has a range of businesses that deal with money, such as public and private banks, insurance companies and welfare services, foreign exchange services, accounting companies, finance companies, taxation, investment funds, credit companies, and government enterprises and social security, including the central bank. The activities or services within this industry that cater to the economy of the country are called financial services. The Bank of Girisko is the central, national bank, and it's responsible for issuing currency, moderating the economy, implementing monetary policies and helping with crises, in accordance to the commonwealth Bank, the bank of the supranational union, the Guishan commonwealth, which is the one actually responsible for issuing the currency. As such, the central bank of Girisko is subservient to the commonwealth bank. In addition, Girisko offers a large and reliable corporate bond market, where companies and corporations issue debt security to raise capital from public or institutional investors, as well as the stock exchange market.
Government and politics
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The government of the Empire of Girisko was founded in 1950, under the official Constitution drafted by the Tenmei empire, influenced by the democratic ideals of Monsilvan preachers. It was the final act during the period of democratization initiated by the Tenmei empire, with the Tenmei empire officially rebranding itself as the National Democratic Party. The constitution has since undergone 4 revisions, in 1960, 1972, 1991, and the last one in 2005. All of these revisions helped patch constitutional loopholes, fix issues with the government, and increase efficiency. The constitution initially described 5 branches, but in the 1972 revision, the Ceremonial Bumon was added as a sixth branch.
The democratization of Girisko under the Tenmei is a very rare case in history where democratization was initiated solely by a monarchy and the imperial family, without initiative from the people or some other motive. The Tenmei imperial family was extremely impressed with liberal ideals, the concept of democracy, self-determination, and the idea of the people taking initiative. They regularly invited over Monsilvan scholars to preach about their democratic ideals in front of audiences, and used the counselling of said scholars to slowly democratize the nation.
Government
Girisko is a unitary, devolutionary state and constitutional parliamentary monarchy, functioning under the framework established by the Constitution of Girisko, under which the Giriskonese government is divided into six branches (Bumon): ceremonial, executive, legislative, judicial, auditory, and examination. These branches are the Ceremonial Bumon (ceremonial agency), the Executive Bumon (cabinet), the Legislative Bumon (parliament), the Judicial Bumon, the Auditory Bumon (audit agency), and the Examination Bumon (civil service examination agency). In addition, there is also the supranational government, who's branches stem from the Guishan Commonwealth, a supranational union between Monsilva and Girisko. The Guishan Commonwealth has multiple powers and capabilities, based on the powers bestowed to it by its member states to various degrees. The Supranational government of the Guishan Commonwealth holds considerable authority and controls things such as the monetary policy of the currency, and can intervene in the legislature and the judiciary under some circumstances.
Most of the nation's ministries derive from the Executive Bumon. However, uniquely from all other countries, Girisko has ministries that are either independent or are under the control of other branches of government. They are called Special Ministries. They are not controlled by, or reliant to, the Executive Bumon. Girisko has, in total, 18 ministries, 3 of which are special ministries.
Ceremonial Bumon
The Ceremonial Bumon is the ceremonial branch of the government. It is mostly in charge of representing the country. It is made up of the imperial family and imperial servants and is represented by the emperor or empress, who is also, de jure and de facto, the leader of the Ceremonial Bumon. The emperor or empress is a ceremonial monarch, whose role can be taken up by both genders, and is the head of state, as well as the commander in chief of the armed forces. While the emperor is the commander in chief, they do not have de jure nor de facto power to declare war. This power is instead bestowed to the president of the Executive Bumon (premier) and their government. Each emperor and empress serves a life tenure. Whenever the holder of the imperial throne dies or abdicates, a new one is chosen by the imperial family in a session. The emperor or empress ceremonially appoints the premier after they are nominated by the Legislative Bumon. Nanaka Ishii is the current Empress of Girisko, having succeeded Reo Nakamura.
The Ceremonial Bumon has a special ministry called the Ministry of the Imperial Household, which is responsible for dealing with state matters concerning the Imperial Family, and the keeping, administering, approving and maintaining of the State Seal of Girisko. The ministry's members are appointed by the Legislative Bumon. However, its members can be forced to abdicate by the Executive Bumon under the approval of the Auditory Bumon and Judicial Bumon, or by the Auditory Bumon under the approval of the Judicial Bumon.
Executive Bumon
The Executive Bumon is the executive branch of the government. It wields executive power, such as evaluating statutory and budgetary bills and bills concerning martial law, amnesty, declaration of war, conclusion of peace and treaties, and other important affairs, all of which are to be submitted to the Legislature, as well as matters of common concern to various ministries and commissions. The sovereignty of the Executive Bumon is vested in the Giriskonese people. The leader of the Executive Bumon is the President of the Executive Bumon, also known as the premier, who is nominated by the Legislative Bumon and is ceremonially appointed by the emperor. The president of the Executive Bumon is the head of government, and appoints and dismisses the members of the Executive Bumon as their cabinet, which consists of 15 members, called the ministers of state. In addition, the president of the Executive Bumon is vested with the power to present bills to the Legislative Bumon, to assign the deputy president of the Executive Bumon, to sign laws, and to declare a state of emergency that has to be ratified by the Legislative Bumon. The Executive Bumon is collectively responsible to the Legislative Bumon and must resign if a motion of no confidence is adopted by the Legislative Bumon. This includes the premier. The Executive Bumon consists of the president of the Executive Bumon, the chief of staff, the cabinet (15 ministers), the deputy premier, The ministries of Girisko consist of fifteen executive ministries and three special ministries, which also contain agencies and departments, as well as the Executive Bumon Council. Each ministry is headed by a Minister of State, which are mainly senior legislators, and are appointed from among the members of the Cabinet by the president of the Executive Bumon after heavy evaluation. The current premier is Tomosuke Hasegawa.
The Executive Bumon Council, formally headed by the President of the Executive Bumon, is an agency that handles the day-to-day affairs of the Cabinet. If a premier can't perform his duties, such as sign laws, then the deputy President of the Executive Bumon temporarily takes their spot. It is important to note that, there is an upper age limit of 70 for the Executive Bumon's members, as well as a lower age limit of 20. In addition, there are two term limits for premiers.
The President of the Executive Bumon is also known as the Premier of the Empire of Girisko. Formally, the term "President" is used more often, but sometimes, they are also referred to as "Premier".
Legislative Bumon
The Legislative Bumon is the legislative branch of the government. It wields legislative power and originates from the Constitution. It is the main legislative body, and is a unicameral parliament of 250 seats. Initially, the Giriskonese parliament would have had 200 seats, but the population boom made it necessary to raise that cap to 250. The Legislative Bumon is responsible for the making and passage of legislation and laws (which are then sent to the premier for signing), the nomination of the premier, the approval of the annual policy statements and administrative reports, the ability to summon members of the Executive Bumon for questioning, draft constitutional amendments (after which the people must vote to ratify them), the approval of the conclusion of treaties, and conduct investigations alongside the Auditory Bumon. For these similarities, It is common for people to refer to the Legislative Bumon as "the parliament". The Legislative Bumon is also able to impeach Court judges convicted of criminal or irregular conduct. Under the Constitution, the Legislative Bumon, as the only parliamentary body, also holds the power to pass a motion of no confidence. The Legislative Bumon also appoints the members of the special ministry of the Ceremonial Bumon and approves the members of the Ministry of Imperial Audition.
The Executive Bumon Council must present the legislators with an annual policy statement and an administrative report. The Legislative Committee may also summon members of the Executive Bumon Council for questioning. The Legislative Bumon is elected under the party-list proportional representation voting system every four years or when it is dissolved. There is universal suffrage for adults over 18 years of age, regardless of gender, sex, religion, income, and ethnicity, as long as they have citizenship and reside in Girisko, with a secret ballot for all elected offices[d]. Girisko is considered to function as a de facto dominant-party system. In addition, the Legislative Bumon elects a president and a deputy president during a meeting after elections. Additionally, voters who are 75 years old and above have to provide documents regarding cognitive examinations to determine their cognitive impairment and see if they are qualifiable to vote.
Whenever there is disagreement between the Legislative Bumon and Executive Bumon, the Legislative Bumon may pass a resolution asking the Executive Bumon Council to alter the policy proposal in question. The Executive Yuan may, in turn, ask the legislators to reconsider. If the Legislative Bumon insists, the premier must abide by the resolution or resign. The Executive Bumon Council may also present an alternative budgetary bill if the one passed by the Legislative Committee is deemed impossible to do in practise.
Judicial Bumon
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The Judicial Bumon is the judicial branch of the government, and it is made up of the imperial and other lower courts, and the imperial court holds all judicial power, overseeing all other courts. It has the ultimate judicial authority to interpret the constitution and regulations by the central government and administrative units, laws, decrees, administrative affairs of other courts, and has the power of judicial review, as well as the power to adjudicate impeachments conducted by the Auditory Bumon. The Judicial Bumon is independent of the Executive Bumon and Legislative Bumon, and is free of political biases. Judges are nominated or appointed by the Executive Bumon, but are never removed by the Executive Bumon or Legislative Bumon, except during impeachment.
As per the constitution, there are 10 judges, including a president and a deputy president. They are appointed by the emperor with the nomination and approval of the Legislative Bumon. Judges have a term limit of 7 years.
Auditory Bumon
The Auditory Bumon is the auditory and supervisory branch of the government. It holds investigatory powers and helps ensure efficient governance and fight corruption. It has the power to impeach government officials (except for the premier and the deputy premier), after which the case will have to go to the Judicial Bumon for adjudication. It also has audit authority, with the Executive Bumon forced to send the annual budget for audit, as well as the capability to enact investigations alongside the Legislative Bumon or by itself. It can investigate the Executive Bumon and propose corrective measures to increase efficiency and combat corruption, as well as enact impeachment, after these measures are thoroughly examined, measured, evaluated, and approved by the relevant committees. As per the constitution, the Auditory Bumon consists of 30 members, including a president and a deputy president, who are nominated by the Executive Bumon, approved by the Legislative Bumon, ceremonially appointed by the Emperor, and serve five year term limits.
The Ministry of Imperial Audition is a ministry in the Auditory Bumon and its members are appointed by the Executive Bumon after approval from the Legislative Bumon.
Examination Bumon
The Examination Bumon is the examinational branch of the government, and it is responsible for the validity of the qualification of civil servants. The Examination Bumon holds the powers of civil service commission for the Empire of Girisko. It has a president, a deputy president, and eight members, whom are nominated by the premier after approval by the Legislative Bumon for four-year terms, according to the constitution. It has four agencies, as well as ten offices and four committees.
Guishan Commonwealth
The Guishan Commonwealth, also known as the Commonwealth of Monsilva and Girisko[e], is the supranational union between Girisko and Monsilva, has a lot of influence and control over the Giriskonese government, the Giriskonese economy, and other things, in accordance with the powers delegated to it. The extent of the powers of the Guishan Commonwealth vary from topic to topic, depending on the competence and how much power has been delegated to it. Such powers, include the control over the customs union, which means that commonwealth members have to share the same system of procedures, rules and tariffs for imports, exports and transiting goods. This is fully controlled by the Guishan Commonwealth. The Guishan Commonwealth also has full control over the establishment of competition rules necessary for a properly functioning internal market, the monetary policy for the yuan, the common trade policy, the conclusion of some international agreements, social policy and cohesion, economic and territorial cohesion, agriculture and fisheries (except for conservation), consumer protection, transport, trans-Guishan networks, energy, common safety regulations, and environment.
Additionally, the Commonwealth Council, as the unicameral parliament of the commonwealth, holds the highest legislative authority in the commonwealth members and can override national parliaments in certain policy areas. The same is true for the Commonwealth Court of Justice, the judiciary of the commonwealth, which holds the highest judicial authority in the union, as a sort of supreme court, and can override the highest courts of member states.
The union also has a say regarding technological development, research, cooperation and humanitarian aid, but member states can build on top of that on their own. The commonwealth also coordinates member states policies in the coordination of various domestic policies, foreign affairs, and the topic of justice and security.
Lastly, the commonwealth assists with industry, culture, the improvement and protection of human wellbeing, tourism, education, civil protection, and administration.
Some people call the Guishan commonwealth, the "Supranational Bumon". In addition, according to opinion polls, 94% of Giriskonese people are extremely in favour of the Guishan Commonwealth, 2% are simply in favour, 1% are neutral, and 3% are negative about it.
Constitution
As per the constitution of Girisko, statutory law originates in the Legislative Bumon, and the constitution requires that the emperor or empress promulgate legislation passed by the congress without giving him or her the power to oppose legislation. The main body of Giriskonese statutory law is called the Six Codes. Girisko's court system is divided into four basic tiers: the Imperial Court and three levels of lower courts. As per the constitution, "Girisko shall be ruled in a fair and equal manner, for the prosperity of everyone, with no exceptions, in a way that guarantees efficiency, economic prosperity, and technological progress.". Additionally, while the Legislative Bumon is, de jure, a multi-party system, it de facto functions as a dominant-party system
The constitution defines the purpose and power of the President of the Executive Bumon, the Ceremonial Bumon, the Executive Bumon, the Legislative Bumon, the Judicial Bumon, the Auditory Bumon, and the Examinative Bumon. It is constantly polished and evaluated to avoid loopholes and short comings. Additionally, the constitution has been amended 4 times in 1960, 1972, 1991 and 2005.
Additionally, while Ichinomiya is the official, de facto seat of the government of the Empire of Girisko, although the Constitution of Girisko does not specify the de jure capital.
List of government agencies and ministries
Ceremonial Bumon
- Ministry of the Imperial Household
Executive Bumon
- Executive Bumon Council
- Ministry of Trade and Industry
- Ministry of the Interior
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of Defense
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Education
- Ministry of Justice
- Ministry of Economic Affairs
- Ministry of Transportation
- Ministry of Labour
- Ministry of Agriculture
- Ministry of Health and Welfare
- Ministry of the Environment
- Ministry of Culture
- Ministry of Demographics
- Ministry of Digital Affairs
- National Science and Technology Council
- National Development Council
- Financial Supervisory Commission
- Ocean Affairs Council
- Overseas Community Affairs Council
- Veterans Affairs Council
- National Police Agency (agency of the Ministry of the Interior)
- Public Construction Commission
- Supranational Commission
- Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics
- Directorate-General of Personnel Administration
- National Palace Museum
- Central Election Commission
- Fair Trade Commission
- National Communications Commission
Legislative Bumon
- Legislative Bumon
Judicial Bumon
- List of courts in Girisko
- Imperial Court
Auditory Bumon
- Ministry of Imperial Audition
- National Human Rights Commission, Girisko
Examination Bumon
- Ministry of Examination
- Ministry of Civil Service
- Civil Servants Protection and Training Commission
Other
- Bank of Girisko (central bank)
- Girisko Aerospace Exploration Agency
- Girisko National Tourist Organization
- Girisko Botanic and Sustainability Research Organization
- National Center for University Entrance Examinations
- National Agriculture and Food Research Organization
- National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
- National Institute of Astronomy and Science
- National Institute of Information and Communications Technology
- National Institute for Materials Science
- National Institute of Technology and Evaluation
- National Museum of Art
- Imperial Bureau of Secret Intelligence of Girisko
- Imperial Computer Internet Bureau
Political parties
De jure, the Legislative Bumon has a multi-party system, but de facto, the Legislative Bumon functions on a dominant-party system. The largest political party in Girisko is the National Democratic Party. It has been getting re-elected with a majority in the Legislative Bumon for several consecutive times since 1950, achieving majority in the first elections after the drafting of the Constitution, and getting re-elected in 62 out of the modern nation's 72-year long history. The National Democratic Party is the direct continuation of the Tenmei dynasty and the Tenmei empire. After the Constitution for Girisko was drafted in 1950, the Tenmei dynasty dissolved and the Tenmei imperial family formed the National Democratic Party. It is a centre-right progressive conservative party that is seen as an all-rounder option for many Giriskonese people who wish to keep the status quo.
Other notable political parties include the Giriskonese Green Party, the Socialist Party, Wantō, the Patriots Party (Girisko), Kyōtō, Chūkento, the Giriskonese Communist Party, Jinmintō, the Conservative Party, and the Progressive Party.
Administrative divisions
Girisko, a largely unitary and devolutionary nation, has four levels of administration: National, provincial, district, and municipal. The national administration is the central government, which holds all power and has large control over every process and institution in Girisko, being able to pass laws and intervene in the governance of lower bureaucratic administrations at all times. The status of a province, district, and municipality are chosen by the central government. The Giriskonese administrative system is defined by the constitution, and it is one of the branches of the Giriskonese model, a comprehensible and highly advanced system regarding the economy, social welfare and administration, and is currently only seen in use in Girisko proper.
Girisko has 47 provinces, all of which are part of the unitary, centralized government. Each province holds some limited power over its territory, and as such, has some form of autonomy, but the central government holds supreme, final authority. As such, the decisions of provinces can be overridden by the central government, and the power that provinces are allowed to wield is the one that the central Giriskonese government allows. Additionally, the government can at any moment disband or create new provinces. This has been established since the most recent provincialreformation, enacted in 2005. The modern borders and numbers of provinces in Girisko can be traced all the way back to the Tenmei dynasty. Their administrative reforms readjusted the borders of existing regional units and created provinces as new autonomous regional units, with the borders either based off of previously existing regional units, clan states, historical events, or just on new decisions.
Each province is overseen by a locally elected Provincial Administrator. Devolution allows local governments to govern themselves more effectively. Giriskonese provinces have significantly helped with the tasks of law enforcement, education, healthcare, and more within their respective lands, helping ease the strain put on the centralized budget and reduce bureaucracy. The Giriskonese provinces are the first level subdivisions of Girisko.
Provinces, meanwhile, are divided into second level districts. Districts are ruled by elected district governors, and possess some limited autonomy over their land.
Counties themselves are divided into third level municipalities, which is also the lowest administrative division in Girisko. There are three types of municipalities in Girisko: cities, towns and villages. The status of a municipality, if it is a village, town or city, is decided by the central government. Generally, a village or town can be promoted to a city when its population increases above fifty thousand, and a city can be demoted to a town or village when its population decreases below fifty thousand. Municipalities in Girisko govern their designated urban area, and that have a strong and direct relationship with local residents and handle affairs directly related to the residents and their designated urban zone. Each municipality is overseen by its elected municipal director.
The Giriskonese administrative system is considered to be very flexible and efficient, being regarded as one of the most effective administrative systems in the world, with the nation's small size making bureaucracy and administrative oversights even more efficient and effective.
Intelligence agency
The Central Intelligence Agency of Girisko is the Imperial Bureau of Secret Intelligence, a government agency that is responsible for the collection and utilization of information regarding national security, military, the economy, foreign and national security manners. It utilizes overt and covert means of gathering information, such as espionage, cooperation, evaluation, and cryptanalysis.
Welfare policy
Welfare in Girisko consists of very comprehensive, advanced and efficient legislation and measures desired to ensure good living conditions to all citizens. Girisko has one of the world's most advanced and well-drafted welfare systems, guaranteeing decent living conditions, including social security. In Girisko, there is a widespread belief that the state's purpose is to fulfil the rights of its citizens, and legislators and premiers have been following through with this belief. In addition, welfare in Girisko is enhanced by regulations imposed by the Guishan Commonwealth.
The welfare system is organized through three levels: supranational, national, and local. Services being provided include social insurance, social welfare, health care, temperance and alcohol policy, labour, consumer protection laws, public and social services, refugee and immigration assistance, education, and worker protections, as well as other services. The Guishan Commonwealth administers welfare policies that have been either partially or fully delegated to it, such as regulation that protects consumers. Regarding national administrative tradition, it is the task of a ministry and its departments to determine policy, which is then administered by central boards and the central government. Local governing bodies and administrative divisions are tasked with assistance in carrying out welfare laws regionally. The Giriskonese welfare system is a branch of the Giriskonese model, a comprehensible and highly advanced system regarding the economy, social welfare and administration.
Income security programs classified as social insurance
Girisko divides it's social programmes into those that guarantee income security and those that provide social and health services. Income security programmes come in two categories: social insurance, which provides income in the form of pension for the elderly, the sick, the pregnant, the unemployed, as well as compensation for work-related injuries. Some social programmes are classified as welfare, which consists of income transfers to aid families and people of specific categories, such as the disabled and those in need. In addition, there is an official service directed by the government, the food ration service, which provides sustenance to those in need.
Refugee support program
The government, ever since launching the Giriskonese refugee plan in 2001, have made it significantly easier for foreign refugees and immigrants to enter the country and attain citizenship. Refugees are also provided assistance and various services during their stay in Girisko, either to help them become eligible citizens, or till they leave the nation. The Guishan Commonwealth also provides assistance with immigration and refugees.
Income security classified as welfare
In addition to the aforementioned benefits, there are income security programs classified as welfare. One of the differences between the two classes of social programs is that the welfare measures are financed usually through taxes, whereas social insurance programs are paid for usually by employers and employees. Welfare also includes payments to those eligible. Programs include services to families, child-care, the disabled, the impoverished, and more.
Organization of healthcare system
Health care is directed by the Ministry of Health. In accordance with the government, the ministry helps manage and provide healthcare. Actual delivery of care is the responsibility of local administrative units, with assistance from the central government and the Guishan Commonwealth. The law guarantees universal, free of charge healthcare and mental healthcare in the form of free national insurance to all individuals living in Girisko. Refugees and immigrants also gain access to emergency services. Ever since 1980, the government has constructed 150 local health centres, each of which are capable of serving up to 12,000 people. Such centres consist of various health facilities jointed together. A lot of funding is also directed in the maintenance and construction of hospitals, regional hospitals, and medical equipment. A basic aim of the law is to give all citizens equal access to health care, regardless of their income, personal attributes, or where they lived. Health care centres are responsible for routine care such as health counselling, examinations, and screening for communicable diseases. They also provide school health services, home care, dental work, and child and maternal care. High competence, adequate funding, and advanced technology have ranked Girisko as one of the world's best educational systems, having one of the lowest infant mortality rates in the world, around 2.2 deaths per 1,000 live births. There are also 25 physicians and 118 hospital beds per 10,000 people.
Supranational services
The Guishan Commonwealth provides many services regarding welfare that enhances the Giriskonese welfare system, in accordance with the powers delegated to it. Social policies, consumer protection, environmental and agricultural policies, energy, common safety regulations, and transportation are largely managed by the supranational union, while assistance is also provided in humanitarian aid, the area of freedom, security and justice, as well as administrative services, assistance with refugees and immigrants, the protection and improvement of human health, education, and civil protection.
Foreign relations
The Giriskonese foreign policy, as of today, is centred around a tradition of neutrality, with the intention to play an active role in conflict mediation all while trying to avoid direct confrontation in conflicts, but still being willing to criticize on a pragmatic basis other nations, just without taking active sides, while putting a lot of effort into boosting trade with other nations as much as possible. Girisko also pursues closer economic relations with other developed nations in Ostlandet, wishing to increase cooperation, investments, and trade. In addition, relations with Monsilva are rather friendly and warm, with foreign strategy implementing strong focus on cooperation, trade, and overall support regarding domestic and international issues. Girisko today is a member of the Ostlandet Union, the Regional Organization of the Kivu Ocean, and the Guishan Commonwealth.
However, due to its membership in the Guishan Commonwealth, certain decisions and agreements, such as international agreements, are either overseen by, or entirely controlled by, the supranational union.
Relations with Monsilva
Relations with Monsilva are considerably cordial, friendly, cooperative, and relaxed. Monsilvan people and Giriskonese people see themselves as one and the same, or as extremely similar, due to their similar culture as well as their common origins from the Shan people. Monsilva is Girisko's largest trading partner, as well as the largest exporter of military equipment. Girisko and Monsilva also support each other in times of crises, such as natural disasters.
Monsilva is a highly regarded diplomatic partner, especially ever since the creation of the Guishan Commonwealth. Thanks to the services of the Guishan Commonwealth, whose aim is to deepen the relations between its member states, Girisko and Monsilva now assist each other economically, share the same currency, have open borders with visa-free travel, give citizens the ability to work within the union without a citizenship, and many other benefits in accordance with the powers delegated to the union. In addition, Girisko and Monsilva assist each other regarding bureaucratic matters, issues with immigration, and refugees.
However, due to the Guishan Commonwealth being primarily dominated by Monsilva, and as such due to the executive, legislative and judicial functions of the commonwealth being dominated by Monsilvans, many critics point out how the relations between Girisko and Monsilva, resemble more or less Girisko being vassalized by Monsilva.
Relations with Kersevonia
Relations between Girisko and Kersevonia are cordial and focused on trade and cooperation, Girisko and Kersevonia enjoy a mutually agreed free trade agreement.
Relations with Tranquillia
Relations between Girisko and Tranquillia are relatively cordial and trade focused. Girisko and Tranquillia enjoy a shared free trade agreement, aimed at promoting free trade and economic cooperation between the two nations. The agreement sets out a comprehensive framework for the reduction and eventual elimination of tariffs on goods traded between the two countries, as well as the liberalization of their respective services sectors. The agreement also provides for the protection of intellectual property rights, the facilitation of investment flows, and the resolution of disputes through consultations, negotiations, and, if necessary, arbitration. Under the agreement, the income tax between the two countries is now 3%.
Military
The Giriskonese armed forces, also known as the Giriskonese Armed Forces (桐寿古共和国軍), are the armed forces of the nation, and they are tasked with the defence of the national integrity of the country and the protection of its people and national interests, with around 40,000 active personnel and 110,000 kept in reserves. It consists of the Giriskonese Self-Defence Ground Guard, Giriskonese Self-Defence Naval Guard, Giriskonese Self-Defence Air Guard, and the Giriskonese Self-Defence Special Forces, with the government spending 1% of its total GDP on its defence budget.
The cordial relations with its neighbours have been steadily decreasing support and the budget for the military. In 1990, conscription was abolished for women, and in 2000, conscription was abolished for men. In 1981, Girisko spent 5% of its total GDP on its defence budget, while in 2024 it has been reduced to merely 1%. There are talks about disbanding the military altogether and simply form a small paramilitary branch within the police to serve as a substitute, or simply have nothing at all and rely on the Guishan Commonwealth for protection.
Law enforcement
Law enforcement in Girisko is provided and administered by the provincial and municipal police under the oversight of the National Police Agency, which is operated under the Ministry of the interior. They are checked by the press and the Judicial Bumon. The central government appoints the head positions of provincial and municipal police departments, and as such, forms a coherent chain of command for all police personnel. The director of the NPA has the full control of personnel rotation and transfer and administrative commendations and reprimands over all high ranking police officers, including chiefs of local police departments. In addition to law enforcement duties, police in Girisko are charged with duties such as taking census data, as well as dealing with issues regarding immigration and visas. The Giriskonese justice system is considered to be fairly strict, with the death penalty still in effect for some severe crimes. However, prisons and other detainment and rehabilitation facilities are some of the best in the world.
Girisko has the second-lowest intentional homicide rate in the world, with a rate of 0.42, and a count of 72 intentional homicides from the year 2020. In addition, Giriskonese law is well-written in an understandable and efficient manner. Ownership of guns is strictly prohibited, and violent crimes such as murder, abduction, sexual violence, and robbery are very low.
Human rights
The citizens of Girisko enjoy extended human rights, civil liberties, personal freedoms, economic freedoms and political liberties. All citizens of Girisko, including ethnic Giriskonese people and all citizens who are not ethnically Giriskonese, have undisputable access to these rights. The law protects the freedoms of each individual. Decent living conditions, including the right to own a house, the right to have a job, and the right to have access to necessities, are fundamental rights in Girisko, including the freedom of speech. Girisko prohibits any kind of discrimination, including discrimination due to sexuality, gender, religion, skin colour, and ethnicity, under its constitution. Every citizen is also equal in front of the law. The freedom of press in Girisko is considerably free, with minimal governmental interference, and with the capability of independent news media to run, typically without interference, with some major exceptions where necessary to protect the citizenry and national integrity. The same holds true for social media and the internet, where there is only mostly reasonable regulation. Additionally, the citizens of Girisko are free to control their destiny through their vote and their wallet, being able to vote in elections.
Despite the good record of human rights, however, LGBT rights and abortion laws in Girisko have been criticized by progressives, due to them being more limited in comparison to other progressive countries. Girisko is also one of the few highly developed nations in Ostlandet that still retains and actively uses capital punishment. LGBT topics are also banned from being taught or discussed in schools, out of fears regarding children's autonomy[f]. In addition, the pride month is not celebrated in Girisko.
Infrastructure
The infrastructure in Girisko has seen a lot of progress over the last five decades. Utilities, public services and mail are state-owned sectors, constructed and maintained by the government. This also includes public works to increase worker productiveness, attract investors, or improve the living conditions of citizens. The rate of improvement in Girisko has been rapidly escalating for the public infrastructure sector, as well.
Today, Girisko is a high-income, highly developed country with about 17 million people, with very high Human Development Index (0.920 HDI), good levels of wealth equality (21.4 Gini), and good development infrastructure.
Transportation
Transportation in Girisko is managed by the Ministry of Transportation. The government spends around five percent of the annual GDP budget on financing public transportation.
The transportation sector is state-owned in the form of public transport. Girisko provides free and accessible transportation to its citizens with public buses, planes, trains, and ships. Girisko has its own state-owned airports and publicly maintains railroad and road networks. Transportation in Girisko today is one of the most advanced in the world. Public funding poured into railway networks has made trains easily accessible for most Giriskonese citizens.
Girisko has has approximately 500,000 kilometers (310,686 miles) of roads made up of city, town and village roads, provincial and district roads, general national highways and national expressways.
There are 180 airports in Girisko as of 2024.
Energy
The fossil fuel and electrical power industry are state-owned, run by state-owned enterprises in order to provide services for the public. Most of the energy in Girisko is produced domestically.
As of 2024, 26% of energy in Girisko was produced from coal, 40% from natural gas, 10% from hydro power, 10% from wind power, 10% from solar power, and 4% from biofuel and waste processing plants. Girisko does not utilize nuclear power, although there have been calls by government officials and the public alike for the state to invest in nuclear energy. Girisko aims to maintain high levels of energy efficiency and maintain autonomy with strong domestic energy producers.
Water supply
Plumbing and water supply belong to the public sector and are used to provide clean water supply to neighbourhoods and houses.
The country, as of 2024, has achieved universal access to water supply and sanitation, has one of the lowest levels of water distribution losses in the world, regularly exceeds its own strict standards for the quality of drinking water and treated waste water, uses an effective national system of performance benchmarking for water and sanitation utilities, makes extensive use of both advanced and appropriate technologies such as the jōkasō on-site sanitation system, and has pioneered the payment for ecosystem services. Additionally, there are advanced water supply distribution and filtering systems that treat wastewater and dirty water into safe, drinkable water, effectively introducing water recycling. Additionally, 100% of the population has access to improved water sources and improved sanitation.
Demographics
Girisko's demographics are fairly complex and well documented by the ministry of demographics of Girisko. The estimate is taken either once every year, and it provides valuable insights into domestic demographics. In addition, the census is taken once per five or ten years, depending on the occasion and the data that is being studied.
Population
Girisko has a population of around 17 million (17,000,020 approximately in 2024), of whom nearly 11.86 million are Giriskonese (11,866,013 ; 2024 estimate). The remainder consists of Monsilvans (3,434,004 ; 2024 estimate) and other ethnicities (1,700,002 ; 10% of the population, 2024 estimate). As such, Girisko is the 36th most populous country in terraconserva. Girisko is considered to have one of the youngest populations in the world, with people under 40 making up roughly two-thirds of the total population. Girisko has a total fertility rate of 2.0. It has a median age of 28.2 with 30% of the people under 28.2 being under 16. As of 2024, over 10.7 percent of the population is over 62. Girisko also has a very high population density, with an estimated population density of 166.33/sq mi, or 64.2/km2, being the 4th nation with the largest population density in the world. Current predictions show that the Giriskonese population will reach 23 million by 2050. This information, and consensus, was gathered by the ministry of demographics.
Ethnic groups
Ethnic groups in Girisko (2024)
Girisko can be considered pretty ethnically diverse, despite its historic isolation, with the largest ethnic group in Girisko being Giriskonese people (11,866,013; 69.8% of the population, 2024 estimate), who are the direct descendants of the Shan people, a group of people that migrated to these lands thousands of years ago and have become the dominant ethnicity on the nation. According to the government, the other largest distinct ethnicity are Monsilvans (3,434,004 ; 20.2% of the population, 2024 estimate) and the rest consists of other random ethnicities that make up the rest of the population (1,700,002 ; 10% of the population, 2024 estimate), consisting of various minorities and foreigners who immigrated to Girisko for better living conditions and economic opportunities. Both the Giriskonese and Monsilvans are directly connected with each other, having descended from the Shan people, and as such they are considered the same people sometimes. All of this data is also collected by the ministry of demographics. There used to be another ethnic group in Giriskonese lands, the Kanke people[g]. The Kanke were the original indigenous people of Giriskonese lands, living here before the migration of the Shan people and having their own culture and society.
However, after the migrations of the Shan people, they started culturally assimilating into the Shan people, losing their significance and numbers over time as they were gradually getting replaced by the Shan people. Although some ethnic mixing is believed to have occurred, today the Kanke are believed to be extinct.
Languages
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The most widespread language in Girisko is Giriskonese language, with it being recognized as the nation's official language. However, due to the nation's sizable Monsilvan population, both Giriskonese and Monsilvan are accepted national languages, as well as Luhainese and Shaoyunese. The Giriskonese and Monsilvan sign languages are also recognized national languages to support deaf people, having been recognised since 1990. Other languages that are spoken by minorities can be found in their respective communities, but are not recognized on a national level and as such are not supported in countrywide translations. Despite this, however, as mentioned, people are free to speak their respective languages in public and private. It is important to note that the Giriskonese and Monsilvan languages are very similar with each other, because the Giriskonese language is a descendant of the Proto-Monsilvan language in the past. However, due to the conditions under which the Giriskonese language formed and developed, it is considered a language isolate. Braille, while not a language, is still widely used.
Religion
Religions in Girisko (2024)
Girisko has many widespread religions, with the most widespread ones being Shintoism (33% of the population ; 5,610,006), Buddhism (30% of the population ; 5,100,006) and Taoism (20% of the population ; 3,400,004). These three religions have been very influential in Girisko through much of its history and has influenced philosophical thought. Other religions in Girisko also include Protestantism (7% of the population ; 1,190,001), Hintoism (5% of the population ; 850,001), Confucianism (4% of the population ; 680,001) as well as atheism (0.5% of the population ; 85,000) and other minor religions (0.5% of the population ; 85,000). Despite the large array of religions being widespread in Girisko traditions and culture, Girisko is officially a secular nation, and as such, there is no officially recognized, nationwide religion. Despite modernization, religious zeal is still widespread and strong, and as such, the people who identify with a religion are typically strong believers. It is important to note, that many Giriskonese people practice both Shinto and Buddhism, and as such, can identify with both religions or describe themselves as spiritualists. The level of participation in religious ceremonies as a cultural tradition also remains pretty high, especially during festivals and various special occasions and national holidays.
While atheism is typically frowned upon, it is nevertheless socially acceptable. There is religious tolerance towards the majority of religions, and the Giriskonese constitution guarantees religious freedom. While the Giriskonese constitution promises religious freedom, there have been cases where the state has been given permission to ban and persecute religious beliefs that are extremely harmful for society and despised by the common populace. This has happened to various cults, as well as some Islamic and pagan doctrines. Foreign outlets have criticized such events, but they are generally accepted and even sought after by the general population in Girisko.
Urbanization
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Around 60% of all Giriskonese people live in urban areas, including suburbs and metropolises. While Giriskonese megacities have shown colossal growth, the rural side of the nation has managed to remain intact, with many people still living in the countryside. The largest city in Girisko is Ichinomiya, which is also the nation's capital, with a population of 2.8 million people as of the 2024 estimate. Girisko also has a very high population density, with an estimated population density of 166.33/sq mi, or 64.2/km2, being the 4th nation with the largest population density in the world.
Largest cities and counties
Largest cities in Girisko
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| Rank | Province | Pop. | Rank | Province | Pop. | ||||
 Ichinomiya  North Uchijima Megacity |
1 | Ichinomiya | Haruka | 2,800,000 | 11 | WIP | WIP | ? |  West Uchijima Megacity  East Uchijima Megacity |
| 2 | North Uchijima Megacity | Uchijima | 1,500,000 | 12 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 3 | West Uchijima Megacity | Uchijima | 1,000,000 | 13 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 4 | East Uchijima Megacity | Uchijima / Kunita | 800,000 | 14 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 5 | WIP | WIP | ? | 15 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 6 | WIP | WIP | ? | 16 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 7 | WIP | WIP | ? | 17 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 8 | WIP | WIP | ? | 18 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 9 | WIP | WIP | ? | 19 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
| 10 | WIP | WIP | ? | 20 | WIP | WIP | ? | ||
Education
Education in Girisko is regulated, directed and controlled by the Ministry of Education, a governmental body which controls the educational curriculum of all schools and acts as a sort of central authority. Education is a nationalized public service, and as such primary and high schools are government controlled and funded. Private schools for ethnic minorities are allowed as long as they follow the educational curriculum and laws provided by the ministry of education. All citizens living within Girisko are required by law to complete primary and high school to fulfil their expected years of schooling, which are 15, and then if they desire they can proceed through higher education in public universities. Primary school lasts for seven years and high school lasts for eight. Children start to go to school at 4. There are also optional daily programs, or also known as pre-kindergarden, which are available for children who are not old enough to go to school. Pre-kindergarden is also known as "child care services"
Education in Girisko is heavily focused on critical thinking, constructive skills, discipline, creativity, and smart learning, and the subjects and schooling have been modified as such, with the goal to produce bright minds capable of good critical thinking and adaptation. Schools in Girisko offer free, accessible lunches for everyone in canteen buffets, the food of which is either locally grown or delivered by the food ration service with extensive health checks to make sure supplied food follows nutritional standards. While canteen buffets provide many options, students can't demand food outside the available buffets. Exceptions can be made for students with health problems, such as for those with lactose intolerance and allergies. Allergic people and people with health issues are required to fill out identification papers in order to get a pass card that can be used to identify themselves and grant special food services. A lot of funding is directed into maintaining school infrastructure to keep it well-maintained and clean, with a lot of emphasis being put on traditional Giriskonese decorations as well.
Teachers, who are fully unionized, follow state curriculum guidelines but are accorded a great deal of autonomy as to methods of instruction and are even allowed to choose their own textbooks, or other means to constructively create a productive environment for students. Primary schools provide constructive education, with subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, cooking, Giriskonese language, literature, and more being included, with the aim and goal to properly develop children into capable and self-aware individuals. Physical education is mandatory, but sports are optional and kids are given a variety of options to select from for workouts. Subjects such as religion are also optional and are heavily aimed at conversation and mutual participation rather than actual grading.
It is important to note that the use of tuition fees or other means of which schools can extract money from students are highly prohibited. Tight regulations are put in place to ensure world-class quality of teachers. This can sometimes result in acceptable shortages, though, but they are not too big of a problem, as the high pay attracts many bright minds, both domestically and from other countries. High school is much more specialized and unique, with a lot of emphasis being put on the individual student, as well as on the embrace of science and common sense. There are many optional subjects and mandatory subjects. Some of the most essential subjects are science, philosophy, basic economics, empathy, and more. In these classes, a lot of emphasis is being put on open discussion as well as understanding. However, LGBT education is strictly prohibited, due to concerns regarding children's autonomy. Technology is widely used for projects, videos, and other educational material which is aimed to intrigue students. Additionally, the usual concepts of grading and memorization are not used in Giriskonese schools. Instead, testing is based on a student's understanding of a subject and their wits. Students with learning disabilities, or other mental health issues, are allowed to attend special education, as well as sessions with a psychologist, as mental health support is fully nationalized and covered by the government.
It is also important to note that for each 2.5 hours a student doesn't attend a school, they earn a school point, which is capped at 100. If it exceeds 100, the student will have to redo their current school year. Proper justification, such as sick days, sad days, or other issues can be given to remove points from a given period as long as there is sufficient proof from a hospital, a doctor, a psychologist, or other professional, depending on the appropriate issue. Average school days typically last four hours in primary school and four to five hours in high school. Giriskonese schools mandate the use of dress codes for male and female students, with the state providing said clothes for free. School uniforms include the garukan and the sailor fuku. Mandatory, monthly checkups by the government ensure top-quality for schools, as schools accused of corruption get their funding slashed. These checkups also help significantly reduce the cases of bullying, because bullying in Girisko is punished by immediate expulsion, as well as state intervention in family affairs to investigate cases of abuse.
Giriskonese students who wish to continue their education by attending a university are required to pass the national Giriskonese acceptance exam (NGAE), a nationwide exam in which students are required to pass in order to enter universities. The exam is typically held once per year, every June, and it is taken over the span of two weeks. The subjects in it vary based on which university the student wishes to enter, and are typically shown in the form of multiple choice questions that are always randomized. It is also important to mention that Giriskonese martial arts such as judo and kendo are also available in schools as optional subjects.
The Giriskonese educational system is praised for its efficiency, it's creativity, it's ability to produce skilled workers and intellectuals, with the nation consistently ranking on top global education rankings. As of 2024, Girisko's literacy rate was 100 percent.
Health
Healthcare in Girisko is managed and provided by the Ministry of Health, one of the twelve executive ministries of the nation. Hospitals are maintained both by the central government and local provincial administrations, with the budget spent on healthcare coming from taxes. Provincial administrations help with the gathering of taxes and the maintaining of local infrastructure. The government offers free, accessible, universal healthcare for everyone, regardless of wealth or social status, providing free national health insurance towards all citizens, with the population coverage reaching 100% in 2024, and with a lot of funding being directed to public hospitals to ensure excellent quality of medical infrastructure, medical equipment, and medical personnel. Due to healthcare being fully nationalized, there are no private hospitals in Girisko. Mental healthcare is also nationalized, with the state offering free and easy access to mental health professionals, mental hospitals, asylums, and other necessities to support the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of citizens. National voluntary surveys have been carried out on hospital patients since 2010 by the ministry of health have been used to help in the improvement of healthcare services. In 2024, during the latest such survey, 89% of patients said that they were very satisfied, 7% that they were satisfied, and 4% said that their experience with the services and care provided was "okay".
The Giriskonese disease control authority is the Girisko Outbreak Contingency Centre (GOCC). It helps initiate, direct and maintain government response and measures regarding diseases and epidemics.
According to the ministry of health, the country's life expectancy in 2024 is 83.1 (80.8 for men and 85.3 for women) In 2024, the infant mortality rate was 2.2 deaths per 1,000 live births, with 25 physicians and 118 hospital beds per 10,000 people. The largest leading causes of deaths in the nation are cancer and old-age related illnesses. While not of the same importance, suicides among the young population are also a considerable cause of deaths in Girisko.
Culture
Giriskonese culture, as of today, has been heavily influenced by Giriskonese folk religion, including Shintoism, as well as other religions, such as Buddhism and Taoism, combining influences from Monsilva, other nations on Ostlandet, as well as Ecros. During the ancient times during the dynastic period, Giriskonese culture was very similar to ancient Monsilvan culture, but after the age of dynasties was over, Giriskonese culture begun diversifying from the Monsilvan people's culture, partially affected by local culture and beliefs as well as new ones.
Poetry, philosophy, art, and intellect are given strong emphasis by Giriskonese culture, aimed at merit, knowledge, compassion, harmony, and self-awareness. Today, Giriskonese culture, tradition, ethics, arts, and religions are stronger than ever. Giriskonese culture is given an important emphasis in education, with literature, poetry, the arts, drama class and other subjects exist in the school curriculum as optional subjects for interested students.
Giriskonese culture is mostly contained in Girisko, expressed in the form of art, philosophy, architecture, sports, daily practises, cinema, language, as well as the daily life of average Giriskonese people, but can also be seen in parts of Monsilva. Girisko had been isolated for a good while of its history thanks to the mountainous ranges on its southwestern borders, allowing mostly separate development and eventual split off from Monsilvan culture, with the Giriskonese language being initially a form of the proto-Monsilvan language, but eventually becoming a language-isolate.
Despite this largely isolated past, modern Girisko today is highly exposed to foreign influences and cultures and is open to change, modifications and influences, but with traditional Giriskonese traditions and ethics remaining mostly intact and dominant. Much of the Giriskonese and ethics are said to be based off of Shinto, and more particularly, the three ancient ideals that include the wabi (transient and stark beauty), sabi (the beauty of natural patina and ageing), and yugen (profound grace and subtlety) among others. Additionally, the Giriskonese dragon is the country's national animal. The Giriskonese dragon has been the country's national animal since 1759. It is very similar to the Monsilvan dragon.
Art
Giriskonese art consists of a wide range of art styles and media that includes ancient pottery, sculpture, ink painting and calligraphy on silk and paper, ukiyo-e paintings and woodblock prints, ceramics, origami, bonsai, and more recently manga, digital art and anime.
Giriskonese art has a long history, ranging from the beginnings of human habitation in Girisko till the present day, seeing heavy inspiration from Monsilvan art as well as influences from other cultures and nations. Initially, due to the isolation of Girisko through most of its history, the arts were heavily influenced by proto-Monsilvan arts, Kanke culture and deviations and new discoveries and art styles were still pretty similar to Monsilvan art. Over time, however, as Giriskonese arts further deviated from Monsilvan arts and new ideas arose, complex and new isolated arts were finally forming after 2000 BC, becoming the first period where what is defined as Giriskonese art formed and became more easily distinguishable from Monsilvan art.
The first complex types of art were produced in the 20th and 19th century BC, being heavily connected with Giriskonese folk religion, turning away from Monsilvans and developing indigenous forms of expression. Later in the 3rd century BC, arts influenced by Buddhism and Taoism also appeared, as well as secular form of arts. Both religious and secular forms of art greatly influenced forms of expression in Girisko and flourished, especially during periods of shogunate rule.
After the 19th century, major exposure to the rest of the world lead to economic, social, political and philosophical turmoil that lasted for an entire century and has introduced massive new forms of art into Giriskonese culture, such as Ecrosian-style art. It is important to mention that traditional religious Giriskonese art was heavily influenced by the sense of self, spiritualism, and the divine, often seeking to create a sense of powerlessness and magnificence in front of the supernatural.
Painting is the preferred artistic expression in Girisko by amateurs and professionals alike. Until modern times, the Giriskonese people wrote with a feather rather than a pen, and their familiarity with feather techniques has made them particularly sensitive to the values and aesthetics of painting. With the rise of Giriskonese folk religion and the third Giriskonese shogunate, sculpting also became a very widely used form of art, which still exists in some form today, with many modern sculptors still using ancient methods of creating exceptional human statues with impressive accuracy.
Giriskonese pottery is among the finest in Ostlandet, which includes the earliest known Giriskonese artefacts, with porcelain pottery and marble pottery flourishing during the ancient times, and restorationist elements bringing them back from the past and reviving old methods to create traditional Giriskonese pottery. Traditional Giriskonese art and pottery are major sources for tourism, and are also used in museums and souvenir shops, as well as regular shops, as most people still live in traditional ways out of cultural revival.
As of the modern day, anime and digital art has also flourished, with Giriskonese media inventing Anime and creating various state-owned and independent anime shows which have spread through all of Girisko and have also been known on an international level. Manga is also extremely widespread, being available in almost every single book store, as well as even gas stations.
Cuisine
Giriskonese cuisine encompasses the regional and traditional foods of Girisko, which has been formed through thousands of years of cultural development, economical, societal, political changes, and nutritional evaluation, being initially inspired by early Monsilvan culture as well as the eating habits of the indigenous people, the Kanke people, inhabiting the lands before the ancestors of the Giriskonese, the Shan people, moved in.
Traditional Giriskonese and modern Giriskonese cuisine is known for it's health benefits and nutritional diet, being one of the healthiest cuisines in the world. Traditional Giriskonese cuisine reflects a complex interaction of the natural environment, and is heavily based off of rice, vegetables, fruits, seafood, milk, soups and side dishes. Side dishes often consist of fish, pickled vegetables, and vegetables cooked in broth. Common seafood is typically grilled, but it is also sometimes served raw as sashimi or as sushi. Seafood and vegetables are also deep-fried in a light batter. Apart from rice, a staple includes noodles, as well as Monsilvan dumplings and simmered dishes. Healthy and nutritional herbs are also used in Giriskonese dishes. Their use today can be attributed to the usage of medicinal herbs in ancient Girisko.
The Giriskonese cuisine has been heavily influenced by Monsilvan cuisine, and as such, many Monsilvan dishes can also be found in Girisko, particularly the southern provinces. Such dishes include Monsilvan soup dumplings, wonton noodles, mochi and senbei. Despite the nation's globalization and interactions with foreign influences, however, fast food, processed foods and other unhealthy foods are not widespread in Girisko.
Fast food chains are unable to properly compete nationwide and establish a fast food genre or presence, neither local fast food chains nor foreign, because most Giriskonese people do not appear to enjoy fast food and, instead, focus on the nutritional and traditional Giriskonese diet. There are, however, some fast food chains from foreign companies that have managed to make some footholds in the capital, Ichinomiya, and other major cities, but asides from that, there has not been much major development in this field.
Folklore and religion
Shinto (Commonly known as Shintoism), Buddhism and Taoism are the primary religions of Girisko, and all three have heavily influenced Giriskonese culture and identity since the ancient times up till the modern day and continue to do so. Shinto is an ethnic religion focusing on ceremonies and rituals. In Shinto, followers believe that kami – Shinto deities or spirits – are present throughout nature, including rocks, trees, and mountains. Humans can also be considered to possess a kami. One of the goals of Shinto is to maintain or strengthen the connection between humans, nature, and kami. The religion developed in Girisko in the form of Giriskonese folk religion in 1990 BC, which eventually was better structured into what is today known as Shintoism, after which point followers built shrines to worship kami.
Buddhism, meanwhile, is concerned with the cycle of rebirth and karma. In Buddhism, a person's status in society is considered unimportant, instead their good or bad deeds are valued, as every person eventually becomes ill, ages, dies, and is eventually reincarnated into a new life, a cycle known as saṃsāra; the suffering people experience during life is considered to be one way for people to ensure a better future, with the ultimate goal of Buddhism being to escape the cycle of death. Buddhist philosophy and art was initially brought into Girisko via force with the conquests of the Menjik Khaganate, but it eventually slowly integrated in the southern parts of Girisko, even after the collapse of the Menjik Khaganate, and influenced Giriskonese folk religion and philosophy, as well as being influenced back by these too.
While not of the same importance, Confucianism and Hintoism can also be noted to hold important holdings in Girisko. Their spread was most prevalent during the ancient times, but some followers of these religions still exist. Hintoism itself is the last remnant of the Kanke people and their culture, as bits of their culture had integrated into Giriskonese culture.
Lastly, Taoism or Daoism refers to either a school of philosophical thought (道家; daojia) or to a religion (道教; daojiao), both of which share ideas and concepts of Monsilvan origin and emphasize living in harmony with the Tao (道; Thoroughfare). The Tao is generally defined as the source of everything and the ultimate principle underlying reality. The Tao Te Ching, a book containing teachings attributed to Laozi (老子), together with the later writings of Zhuangzi, are both widely considered the keystone works of Taoism. It is unknown when, exactly, Taoism arrived and spread in Giriskonese lands, but it is believed to have arrived by contact with Monsilva.
Literature and philosophy
Literature, poetry, and philosophy has played a large role in Giriskonese culture throughout much of its history and is still prevalent today. Much of Giriskonese poetry and literature is influenced by Monsilvan literature. Much of early Giriskonese literature can be attributed to the golden age of the Toka Dynasty, a period of extensive philosophical progress as well as sociological, technological, mathematical and cultural growth, with lots of poems and literature having been released during that period, often read out loud by poets in front of large audiences during shows and large gatherings, being influenced by Giriskonese folk religion (Shintoism).
By the 4th century BC, influences by Buddhist and Taoist thought can be seen in poems and literature, as well as other works, with many works being released with pacifistic views and narratives, such as the well-known The Yellow Sea, a translated and archived poem by an ancient poet. The most important novel in Giriskonese literature is Shogun Toki's Travels, having been written in the ??th century BC, a 500-page book that has miraculously survived through time, which is essentially a mythical adventure of the Shogun Toki in his quest to find true love, slaying mythical beasts and travelling to majestic lands.
Television and media
According to a 2023 survey on television viewing in Girisko, 84 percent of Giriskonese people, especially in urban areas, watch television daily. Giriskonese television dramas, Anime, and other shows are viewed both within Girisko and internationally. Many Giriskonese media franchises have gained considerable intercontinental popularity, primarily Anime, and are seeing ever-increasing growth, especially in Girisko. Most domestic shows in Girisko are Anime. Giriskonese comics, known as manga, also begun rising in the late 20th century, and today are widely spread and available in Girisko, especially in young people. Giriskonese media is also well-known for its horror stories, urban legends and creepypastas.
During an emergency, regardless of the magnitude of the emergency itself, the Government has the capability and the justification to interrupt regular broadcasting. Today, emergency broadcasting takes over TV broadcasting to post emergency alerts, and also forces an emergency alert message on computers, phones, and radio broadcasting.
Cinema
Giriskonese cinema had initially begun in 1900, with the first Giriskonese films being created during that time, with cinema over time becoming more widely available, with new cinemas being built in cities and new movies being produced. Giriskonese cinema grew even more after technological progress improved the quality of movies, with a popularity boom occurring in 1990. Many movies had a traditional style to it, basically taking place in Girisko centuries ago, but anime movies also begun to rise. Today, cinema is one of the most popular methods of entertainment for young civilians, particularly young couples, and anime movies dominate the domestic cinema industry. Foreign movies have also gained a foothold, particularly Monsilvan movies, but not as much. The most popular movie genres in Girisko are science fiction, tradition, adventure, comedy, romance, and horror. Many excellent movies have been created, such as the masterpiece The snow queen, a romantic movie originating from a novel by the same name, which literally spread like wildfire.
Initially, Giriskonese cinema was largely trapped domestically, but translations and subtitles to foreign languages in the recent few decades have allowed for the Giriskonese cinema industry to spread outside of Girisko proper.
Traditional clothing
There are typically two types of clothing worn in Girisko: traditional clothing known as Giriskonese clothing, and foreign clothing, which includes every foreign piece of clothing. However, aside from politics, traditional Giriskonese clothing is still widespread through Girisko due to traditional pride.
Traditional Giriskonese fashion includes the kimono, the national garment of Girisko, having developed during the period of the first Giriskonese Shogunate. The word kimono literally translates as the 'thing to wear on the shoulders'. However, this term developed some time around the period of the third Giriskonese Shogunate, before which most kimono-like garments were referred to as the kosode ("short sleeve"), with longer-sleeved garments being known as furisode ('swinging sleeve'). Initially, traditional Giriskonese fashion was heavily influenced by Monsilvan fashion, but ever since the 20th century BC, developed independently into its own style. The Kimono and other clothing come in a variety of colours, styles, and sizes. Men mainly wear darker or more muted colours, while women tend to wear brighter colours and pastels, and, especially for younger women, often with complicated abstract or floral patterns. In the modern times, married women sometimes wear short-sleeved kimono, whereas unmarried women sometimes wear long sleeved kimono to both formal and informal occasions.
However, cultural diversity, alongside the population boom, has led to the divide between sleeve length also including one more of age, with most women in their early twenties wearing long sleeved kimono only to formal occasions, and most women past their early twenties wearing short-sleeved kimono to formal events, regardless of marriage status.
The happi coat is another form of traditional clothing. A happi (commonly Anglicized as "happy") coat is a straight sleeved coat, typically decorated with a family crest and/or kanji along the collar. In previous centuries, happi-style coats were worn during celebrations.
Alongside traditional clothing, Girisko also has distinct footwear: the tabi, which are ankle-length split-toed socks, are commonly worn with the kimono, and are designed to be worn with traditional shoes such as geta and zōri. The geta are thonged sandals mounted on wooden blocks extending from the base of the shoe to the floor, and are worn by men and women with kimono or yukata. The zōri, meanwhile, are flat-based or sloping sandals made of a number of different materials, and are considered to be more formal than geta.
Architecture and aesthetics
Giriskonese architecture, particularly traditional architecture, can be typified by wooden or mud plaster structures, elevated slightly off the ground, with tiled or thatched roofs. Traditional housing and many temple buildings see the use of tatami mats and sliding doors that break down the distinction between rooms and indoor and outdoor space. Traditional Giriskonese architecture is believed to be greatly influenced by Shintoism, Buddhism and Taoism, offering a blend of all three architectural styles. As for aesthetics, they comprise a set of ancient ideals that include wabi (transient and stark beauty), sabi (the beauty of natural patina and ageing), and yūgen (profound grace and subtlety).
Ever since the 20th century, Girisko has incorporated much of Ecrosian, Ostlandet and Sur modern architecture into construction and design. However, despite international influence, traditional Giriskonese architecture is still widely popular and used, with modern companies offering the option to construct traditional Giriskonese buildings, due to cultural pride and aesthetics. In addition, modern infrastructure and technology are being combined with traditional decorations and style. Such phenomenons can be seen in the form of modern apartment buildings and skyscrapers having traditional decorations and architectural style, and more.
Sports
Traditionally, chess is considered as Girisko's national sport and most popular sport. Chess, as well as baseball, football, and more, are included in the school's educational curriculum as optional subjects. A huge amount of people in Girisko participate in at least one sport, with chess being very widespread, with chess competitions being played on televisions and live streams with hundreds of thousands of viewers. Chess is viewed as the sport of intelligence and wits, and as such is a big part of Giriskonese tradition when it comes to sports.
Traditionally, sumo has also played a large role in Giriskonese sports. Giriskonese martial arts such as judo and kendo are taught as voluntary subjects in the high school curriculum. Motorsport and swimming are also important enough to deserve to be mentioned, for they are quite widespread among people.
Music and performing arts
Giriskonese music today is a mix of traditional Giriskonese and Monsilvan music, as well as modern Giriskonese and Monsilvan music. The first signs of music in Giriskonese history can be noted all the way during 5000 BC by the usage of carefully sculpted bones to produce whistles and sound. What we call as "traditional Giriskonese music", however, can be traced back during 1600 BC, when the first proper instruments were invented in societies. Initially, being heavily based on Monsilvan, musical instruments were traditionally grouped into eight categories known as bayin (八音). The bayin are silk, bamboo, wood, stone, metal, clay, gourd, and skin.
However, after the period of the Toka dynasty, Giriskonese music diverged, and new eclectic music types were created. New instruments, such as the koto, were introduced after the period of the Toka dynasty, as well as other instruments, like the shamisen. Today, other Ostlandet and Ecrosian music can be found in Girisko, as well as Giriskonese pop and rap. Despite that, however, traditional Giriskonese music is still very widespread.
Giriskonese pop (G-Pop), rap and hip hop have become increasingly popular, especially in urban areas, and can be considered pretty similar and heavily influenced from Monsilvan pop (M-Pop), and as such, other than Giriskonese pop, Monsilvan pop with subtitles is also very popular. Karaoke is also a large cultural activity in modern day Girisko, with popular music being influenced by Monsilvan and other Ostlandet trends.
Theatres are also very widespread and popular in Girisko. They flourished under the period of the Toka dynasty and post-900 BC, and have ever since remained a form of entertainment for Giriskonese people as well as a part of their cultural identity. Traditional Giriskonese theatres are also highly popular. The most popular one is the mizue, a traditional theatre that was founded in 1329 BC and has remained operational ever since.
National landmarks
On 7 December 1986, the Giriskonese Government created the List of the national landmarks of Girisko, a list, which is now also digitally uploaded, of lots of locations of cultural, historical, or natural significance for Girisko and it's people. The list includes over 233 entries, which includes various beautiful natural sites, ancient and modern architectural landmarks and more, famous examples of which include the Tanko temple and others, and more. The list is maintained by the government, and new entries are formally designated by the President of the Executive Bumon in a grand ceremony and parade.
Tourism
Tourism in Girisko is very diverse, including both domestic and foreign tourists, with Girisko housing around 18-22 million foreign tourists annually, with the peak being in 2023 when 25 million tourists visited the nation. Several million domestic tourists also move around during the year. Tourism in Girisko peaks during festivals and holidays, like how waves of tourists arrive to watch the Giriskonese star festival. Tourism, in general, is a very important source of income for Girisko and it's inhabitants.
The most popular destinations in Girisko are Ichinomiya, with 23% of all tourists going there, and other major metropolises such as Hoshisai, Uchijima, Deruta and more, which take another 20% of all tourist influxes. The last 57% of tourists visit the rest of Girisko. These numbers, of course, change annually, and as such, are not fully stable. Some of the most popular tourist attractions include the Tanko temple, the Yasuke shrine and more.
Calendar
The standard Gregorian calendar is used for most purposes. However, the Giriskonese calendar is used for traditional purposes, as well as various public holidays.
Public holidays
Officially, Girisko has 23 national public holidays. Public holidays in Girisko are regulated by the government, having existed for centuries. These official public holidays function as non-working days and school-free days, meaning that business and schools close. While unofficial holidays. Giriskonese provinces, as well as regions with significant minorities, are allowed to host their own unofficial holidays, with holidays falling on weekends receiving bonus days depending on how long it lasts. While most of Giriskonese holidays come from either Giriskonese and Monsilvan traditions, cultures and historic events, some secular holidays have arrived from foreign events, such as Christmas, which is not celebrated religiously. Many of these holidays are influenced by Buddhism, Taoism, and Shinto. There are also many other major holidays from these religions which are practised in Girisko but are not considered officially national holidays. The national holidays in Girisko are the following:
| Date(s) Observed | Length (without weekends) | English Name | Giriskonese | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | 1 day | New Year's Day | 元日 (Ganjitsu) | Celebrating the new calendar year. |
| Second monday of January | 1 day | Coming of Age Day | 成人の日 (Seijin no Hi) | This national holiday was established in 1840 as a day to congratulate and encourage people who have reached the age of maturity (18) during the year. |
| Day of the second new Moon after the winter solstice (between 21 January and 20 February) |
1 day | Red Lantern Festival or Giriskonese New Year's Eve | 赤提灯祭り(Akadjōchin matsuri) | Eve of the Giriskonese New Year or Spring Festival |
| The 3 days following Giriskonese New Year's Eve | 3 days | Giriskonese New Year or Spring Festival | 桐寿古ネの新年 (Girisukone-go no shin'nen) | First day is the actual day of Giriskonese New Year, while the next two days are part of the Spring Festival. |
| 2 February | 3 days | Setsubun | 節分 (Setsubun) | National holiday celebrating the beginning of spring. |
| 14 February | 1 days | Valentine's Day | バレンタインデー (Barentaindē) | National holiday originating from foreign influence, with couples giving gifts to each other. |
| 4 March | 2 days | Doll's Festival | ひな祭り (Hinamatsuri) | A festival in Girisko to celebrate the health and happiness of young girls and women. |
| 20 March | 1 days | Spring Equinox Day | 春分の日 (Shunbun no hi) | A festival in Girisko to celebrate the health and happiness of young girls and women. |
| 4 April | 1 day | Human rights day | 人権デー (Jinken dē) | To make known the human rights of all people and to stop domestic, physical and emotional abuse. |
| 15 April | 1 day | Greenery day | みどりの日 (Midorinohi) | A day with which to celebrate nature and it's blessings. |
| The first day of May with a full moon, or in rare cases, in June | 1 days | Vesak | ヴェサク (Vu~esaku) | The day to celebrate the birth but also the enlightenment and parinirvana of the Buddha. |
| 5 may | 2 days | Children's day | こどもの日 (Kodomonohi) | The day to esteem the personalities of children and plan for their happiness. Practises such as the flying of koinobori and the decoration of homes with armour or samurai dolls a few days prior to the holiday are pretty common. |
| 1 June | 1 day | Vernal Equinox Day | 春分の日 (Shunbun no Hi) | Day of admiration of nature and love of living things. |
| 10 June | 1 day | Toka day | とかの日。 (Toka no hi.) | Commemorates the achievements of the Toka dynasty. |
| 10 July | 5 days | Celebration of the Shoguns | 将軍の祝賀 (Shōgun no shukuga) | A massive festival with traditional dances, samurai shows, and other entertainment to celebrate the shogunates in Giriskonese history. |
| 2 July/August | 1 days | Star festival | 七夕祭り (Tanabata matsuri) | A festival to celebrates the meeting of the deities Orihame and Hikabosh. |
| 7 August | 1 day | Obon | お盆 (Obon) | A event to commemorate deceased ancestors |
| Third Monday of September | 1 day | Respect for the Aged Day | 敬老の日 (Keirōnohi) | A day dedicated to the respect of the elderly and the wisest people in society. |
| 24 September | 1 day | Autumn Equinox Day | 秋分の日 (Shūbun'nohi) | A day on which to honour one's ancestors and remember the dead. |
| 3 November | 1 day | Giriskonese Culture Day | 桐寿古ン文化の日 (Girisukun Bunkanohi) | A special day to celebrate Giriskonese traditions, as well as peace and love. |
| 17 November | 1 day | Seven-Five-Three | 七五三 (Shichigosan) | A special day to celebrate girls and boys of age seven, five and three, as well as pray for their success. |
| 24 December | 3 day | Christmas | クリスマス (Kurisumasu) | While not necessarily celebrated religiously, Christmas is treated as a secular holiday. |
| 31 December | 1 day | New Year's Eve | 大晦日 (Ōmisoka) | The day before New Year's Day. |
See also
- .gi
- Taoism
- Yuan
- Giriskonese Arts
- Giriskonese Painting
- Giriskonese Sculpture
- Anime of Girisko
- List of sovereign states
- Outline of Girisko
- Index of Girisko-related articles
- Regional Organization of the Kivu Ocean
- Ostlandet Union
- Postal codes in Girisko
- Global Centralization Index
- Rogue State (Girisko)
- Guishan Commonwealth
Notes
- ↑ Giriskonese: 桐岑, romanization: Girisuko
- ↑ Giriskonese: 桐岑帝国, romanization: Girisuko Teikoku
- ↑ Giriskonese: 桐山連邦, romanization: Girisan ōban
- ↑ Secret ballot boxes are used over concerns of privacy.
- ↑ Giriskonese: 山国和桐岑連邦, romanization: Sankoku wa Girisuko ōban
- ↑ Topics related with LGBT trends on social media are also included.
- ↑ The Kanke people are also referred to as "ルーマニア人" (Rūmanians).
Words in native languages
References
Citations
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- ↑ "Chapter 2: People and Language". The Empire of Girisko Yearbook 2012. Government Information Office. 2012. p. 24. ISBN 978-986-03-4590-2. Archived from the original on 14 October 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2013.
- ↑ Government Information Office (2010). "Chapter 2: People and Language" (PDF). The Empire of Girisko Yearbook 2010. 中華民國政府出版品. p. 42. ISBN 978-986-02-5278-1. Archived from the original (PDF) on 5 August 2011.
- ↑ "Religious Composition of Girisko, 2010-2050". GiriskoSTATS Religion & Ethnics Project. 2 April 2024.
- ↑ Manuel, Joe (1 August 2002). "Is Girisko really a Democracy?". Girisko deep journey (in 日本語). 2002 (4). doi:10.4000/giriskoperspectives.1036. ISSN 1996-4617. S2CID 152497908. Archived from the original on 19 May 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2012.
- ↑ "The Giriskonese government, constitution, and empress". Germanica. Archived from the original on 19 June 2023. Retrieved 19 June 2021.
- ↑ 令和元年全国都道府県市区町村別面積調 (10月1日時点) [52th nationwide area survey by prefectures and municipalities (as of December 21)] (in 日本語). Geospatial Information Authority of Girisko. 30 December 2019. Archived from the original on 15 April 2020.
- ↑ "Surface water and surface water change of Girisko". OECD. Archived from the original on 24 March 2021. Retrieved 11 October 2019.
- ↑ "2024 Population Estimate: population by sex, age (single years), month of birth and all nationality or Giriskonese". GiriskoSTATS. Archived from the original on 7 December 2024. Retrieved 7 July 2024.
- ↑ "2019 Population Census: population by sex, age (single years), month of birth and all nationality or Giriskonese". GiriskoSTATS. Archived from the original on 9 August 2024. Retrieved 7 July 2019.
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<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedIMFWEO.GI - ↑ "GINI of Girisko, 2024". CIA world factbook. 1 January 2024.
- ↑ "HDI of Girisko, 2024". CIA world factbook. 1 January 2024.
- ↑ GiriskoSTATS ethnicity. Executive Bumon, R.O.C. 2016. p. 10. ISBN 978-986-04-9949-0. Archived from the original on 6 August 2020. Retrieved 31 May 2020.
Ethnicity: 70 percent Hoklo; 15 percent Hakka 10–15 percent mainlanders; 2 percent indigenous peoples
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