Majocco

Freelands of Majocco and Majorca Arabic:الأراضي الحرة في ماجوكو ومايوركا Quebecshirite: Terres libres de Majocco et Majorque
Flag Coat of arms
Motto: كل ما لدينا ، كل ما لدينا ، كل ما نحن عليه "Everything we got, Everything we have, Everything we are"
Anthem: وطني يا حياتي!
Status	A Sovereign Nation
Capital and largest city	Majorca
Official languages	Quebecshirite Quebecshirite Sign Language Arabic Jackian
Recognised national languages	Berber
Recognised regional languages	Majorcani Nfifkhir
Ethnic groups (2022)2022	83% Majoccan 4% Montesayettean 4% Quebecshirites 3% Desherian 2% Averans 4% Others
Religion (2022)	41.7% Islam 41.6% No religion 12.7% Christianity 4% Others
Demonym(s)	Majoccan
Government	Representative Democratic Republic
• President	Moulay Ahmed Mohamed
• Deputy President	Mourav Dartini
• Speaker of the National Assembly	Houd Al Qun
Legislature	Congressional Assembly
• Upper house	Consulate
• Lower house	Legislatives
Independence from Quebecshire  Modern Independence (Ancient Independence from Romanyan Empire)
• March of 10 July	10 July 1899 (1899-07-10)
• Protectorate	21 November 1901 (1901-11-21)
• Freelands of Majocco and Majorca	13 May 1989 (1989-05-13)
Area
• Total	1,608,478 km2 (621,037 sq mi)
Population
• 2022 estimate	19.7 Million (23rd)
• 2019 census	19,390,890
• Density	10.95/km2 (28.4/sq mi)
GDP (nominal)	2022 estimate
• Total	₵636 billion (28th)
• Per capita	₵32,789 (19th)
Gini (2022)	7.342022 low
HDI (2022)	0.7892022 high
Currency	Majoccan Dirham (MAJ or م)
Time zone	AMT-2 ([Majoccan Standard Time UTC-2])
Date format	yyyy-mm-dd (CE \ Hijri (Majoccan) Calendar)
Mains electricity	220 V-50Hz
Driving side	right
Calling code	+1001
ISO 3166 code	MX
Internet TLD	.mx

Majocco officially the The Freelands of Majocco and Majorca (Sconian: الأراضي الحرة في ماجوكو ومايوركا |Quebecshirite: Terres libres de Majocco et Majorque), is a landlocked country located in Ecros. It shares borders with Eastavera to the south, Desheria to the west, while Montesayette lies to the east and Askanelle borders to the north. The country consists of eight provinces and four directly administered municipalities. Majocco's official languages are Quebecshirite,Quebecshirite Sign Language,Sconian and Jackian. Majorcani and Nfifkhi serve as secondary official languages in Majorca.

The most populous and important cities in Majocco are Majorca, Arabat, Nififkhi, and Darrabida. Majorca is the country's capital and the biggest city by population and area. It forms the Greater Majorcan Area with Nififkhi, which is where 32 percent of Majocco's people live. The Greater Majorcan Area is also an important center for international cooperation, as it hosts the offices of some intergovernmental organizations that Majocco associates to, like the Alliance of Central Ecrosian States and the Terraconserva Council of Nations.

Majocco has a Representative Democratic Republic. It has a bicameral parliament that follows the Washington model. Its legal system combines civil law and public law. Majocco is a multi-party democracy with free elections, however, the Liberal Party (MLP), has a strong hold on politics and society. The Majoccan Centrist Party used to rule since Majocco became fully self-governing in 1911, but it lost its majority in the 2023 Majoccan General Elections, when it only won 98 out of 582 seats in the Congressional Assembly. The MLP now has 381 seats in parliament, which makes it the most powerful party in the Congressional Assembly.

History

Pre-Historic Era (1,000,000 - 200 BCE)

Archaeological excavations have demonstrated the presence of people in Majocco that were ancestral to Homo sapiens, as well as the presence of early human species. The fossilized bones of a 400,000-year-old early human ancestor were discovered in Salé in 1971. The bones of several very early Homo sapiens were excavated at Jebel Irhoud in 1991, these were dated using modern techniques in 2017 and found to be at least 300,000 years old, making them the oldest examples of Homo sapiens discovered anywhere in the world. In 2007, small perforated seashell beads were discovered in Taforalt that are 82,000 years old, making them the earliest known evidence of personal adornment found anywhere in the world.

In Mesolithic times, between 20,000 and 5000 years ago, the geography of Majocco resembled a savanna more than the present arid landscape. While little is known of settlements in Majocco during that period, excavations elsewhere in the Maghreb region have suggested an abundance of game and forests that would have been hospitable to Mesolithic hunters and gatherers, such as those of the Capsian culture.

During the Neolithic period, which followed the Mesolithic, the savanna was occupied by hunters and herders. The culture of these Neolithic hunters and herders flourished until the region began to desiccate after 5000 BCE as a result of climatic changes. The coastal regions of present-day Majocco in the early Neolithic shared in the Cardium pottery culture that was common to the entire Mediterranean region. Archaeological excavations have suggested that the domestication of cattle and the cultivation of crops both occurred in the region during that period. In the Chalcolithic period, or the copper age, the Beaker culture reached the north coast of Majocco.

Romanyan Era (200-1 BCE)

Main article: Romanyan Control of Majocco

Mauretania was an autonomous province in the Romanyanyan Empire, after the for sought exodus of the empire, a New Berber kingdom has been established, most of the berbers have migrated towards the Majorcan Steppe, corresponding to northern modern-day Majocco from about the 3rd century BCE. The earliest known king of Mauretania was Bocchus I, who ruled from 110 BCE to 81 BCE. Some of its earliest recorded history relates to Penthian settlements such as Lixus and Chellah. The Berber kings ruled inland territories overshadowing the coastal outposts of Penthians and The Romanyans, often as satellites, allowing Romanyan rule to exist. It became a client of the Romanyan empire in 33 BCE, then a full province after Emperor Caligula had the last king, Ptolemy of Mauretania, executed (39 CE or 40).

The Romanyans controlled the vast, ill-defined territory through alliances with the tribes rather than through military occupation, expanding its authority only to those areas that were economically useful or that could be defended without additional manpower. Hence, Romanyan administration never extended outside the restricted area of the northern coastal plain and valleys. This strategic region formed part of the Romanyan Empire, governed as Mauretania Tingitana, with the city of Volubilis as its capital. During the time of the Romanyan emperor Augustus, Mauretania was a vassal state, and its rulers, such as Juba II, controlled all the areas south of Volubilis. But the effective control of Romanyan legionaries reached as far as the area of Sala Colonia. Some historians believe the Romanyan frontier reached present-day Darrabida, known then as Anfa, which had been settled by the Romanyans as a trading post.

During the reign of Juba II, the Augustus founded three colonies, with Romanyan citizens, in Mauretania: Iulia Constantia Zilil, Iulia Valentia Banasa, and Iulia Campestris Babba. Augustus would eventually find twelve colonies in the region. During that period, the area controlled by The Romanyans experienced significant economic development, aided by the construction of Romanyan roads. The area was initially not completely under the control of The Romanyans, and only in the mid-1st century BCE was a lime built south of Sala extending to Volubilis. Around 78 BCE the Romanyans moved their regional capital to Nfifkhi and Volubilis started to lose importance.

Christianity was introduced to the region in the 2nd century CE and gained converts in the towns and among slaves as well as among Berber farmers. By the end of the 4th century, the Romanyanised areas had been Christianised, and inroads had been made among the Berber tribes, who sometimes converted en masse. Schismatic and heretical movements also developed, usually as forms of political protest. The area had a substantial Jewish population as well.

Early History (0-800 CE)

The Start of Civilization (0-200 CE)

Main article: Early History of Majocco

The Majoccani people are one of the oldest ethnic groups in the world, whose origins can be traced back to the ancient Romanyan Empire. The Romanyan Empire was a powerful civilization that conquered many lands and peoples in Ecros. In 56 AD, the Romanyan Emperor sent an expedition to explore and colonize the region of what was known as Mauritania, which is located in the south of Ecros. The expedition was led by Suetonius Paulinus, a renowned general and governor. The Romanyan settlers encountered a harsh and dry climate, with mountains and deserts.

They had to adapt to the new environment and learn from the local tribes, who were mostly nomadic and pastoral. The Romanyan settlers established small villages along the rivers and oases, where they cultivated crops such as wheat, barley, grapes and olives. They also raised animals such as sheep, goats, cattle and horses. They built irrigation systems to channel water from the mountains to the fields. They also constructed roads, bridges, aqueducts and fortifications to connect and protect their settlements. The Romanyan settlers brought with them their culture, religion and language, which influenced the local tribes.

However, over time, the Majoccani people also developed their own distinctive culture and language, which diverged from the Romanyan language. The Majoccani language is a member of the Neo-surian language family, which includes languages such as Arabic, Hebrew and Berber. The Majoccani language has many unique features, such as a complex verb system, a rich vocabulary and a poetic style. The Majoccani people also have their own traditions, customs and beliefs, which reflect their history and environment. For example, they have a strong sense of hospitality, honor and loyalty. They also have a deep respect for nature and their ancestors. They celebrate various festivals throughout the year, such as the harvest festival, the spring festival and the new year festival. The Majoccani people are known for their arts and crafts, such as pottery, weaving, embroidery and jewelry making. They are also famous for their music and dance, which are lively and expressive (Majoccani Throat Singing).

Founding of Majocco (200-500 CE)

Main article: Founding of Majocco

In 255 AD, the Romanyan Empire faced a series of crises that weakened its authority and stability. The province of Mauritania was one of the first to rebel against the Romanyan rule and declare its independence. The leader of the rebellion was Jibril II, a descendant of the ancient kings of Romanyians. Jibril II proclaimed himself as the king of Mauritani and established his capital at Volubilis (Modern Day Terranihillia). He tried to unify the various tribes and peoples under his rule and create a prosperous and independent kingdom. However, his efforts were met with resistance from some factions who opposed his authority or had different interests.

One of these factions was led by Syphaxi, a powerful chieftain who controlled the eastern part of Mauritania. Syphax allied himself with Majorca, a neighboring tribal state that was also part of the Romanyan Empire. Syphax and Majorca launched a war against Jibril II and his allies in 260 AD. The war lasted for several years and resulted in the division of Mauritania into two rival states: Majocco and Majorca. Majocco was ruled by Jibril II's son Patrini III, who inherited his father's throne and continued his legacy. Majorca was ruled by Syphaxi's son Massarina II, who claimed to be the rightful heir of Namidia. The two states were often in conflict with each other over territory, resources and influence. The Majoccani people have been living in Majocco ever since, preserving their unique identity and heritage.

Founding of Majorca (500-600 CE)

Main article: Founding of Majorca

The Maji desher tribe was formed in 524 from a split among the Desherian clans over religious and social issues that had been brewing for decades. The Desherian clans were a group of argicultural tribes that roamed the vast plains of modern day desheria, following the seasons and the herds of animals. They shared a common ancestry, language, and religion, but they were also divided by rivalries, conflicts, and ambitions. The Desher religion was based on the worship of the sun, the moon, and the stars, as well as the spirits of the land, the animals, and the ancestors. The Desherian politics was based on the rule of the strongest, the wisest, and the most respected among the clan leaders, who formed a council that decided on matters of war and peace, trade and alliance, law and justice.

The Maji tribe was one of the largest and most secretive chiefdoms among the desher kin, preferring to live in harmony with nature and to shun the wars and traditions of their ancestors. They had a different view of the world and their place in it. They did not worship the sun, the moon, and the stars, but saw them as signs and symbols. They did not fear or appease the spirits of the land, the animals, and the ancestors, but respected and learned from them. They did not follow the rule of the strongest, the wisest, and the most respected, but sought a balance between power and compassion, reason and intuition, order and freedom. They also had a curiosity and a thirst for knowledge that drove them to explore new lands and new ideas.

In 535, they followed Brizmone the explorer, a visionary leader who dreamed of finding new lands beyond the mountains that bordered the eastern plains. He led a large expedition of Maji scoutsmen and settlers to the eastern territories, where they encountered a lush mountains, Jabal, further expeditions have found the Majorcan steppe, cold and dry, desolate, and bare. They mostly built in the mountains, using clay and wood instead of leather and fur. They cultivated new crops there, such as wheat and barley instead of millet and sorghum. They domesticated new animals there, such as camels and goats instead of horses and sheep. They prospered in the fertile soil and abundant resources of the plateau, and developed their own culture and identity.

They also made contact with Majorca, who at the time where a state, a civilisation more socially developed than the Maji Tribe, With this the chiefdom has learnt new cultural ideas and political revolutions dor the nation, but due to this they cut off all contact with the other Desher tribes, as well as the Khui khanate, and isolated themselves in their eastern lands. They did not want to have anything to do with the outside world, which they saw as a source of trouble and danger. They wanted to preserve their freedom, their peace, their wisdom, and their secrets.

They changed the Desherian script and tongue to suit their own tastes, creating a unique writing system and language that only they could understand. They also adopted new customs and beliefs that differed from their desher roots, and slowly forgot their origin and history. They became a mysterious and elusive people, who rarely showed themselves to strangers, and who guarded their lands with strategy and traps. They were feared and respected by their neighbors, who called them the Majorican tribe, the tribe of wisdom, the tribe of mystery.

Muslim conquest (c. 700)

Main article: Muslim conquest of the Majocco

The Muslim conquest of the Majocco, that started in the middle of the 7th century CE, was achieved in the early 8th century. It brought both the Arabic language and Islam to the area. Although part of the larger Islamic Empire, Majocco was initially organized as a subsidiary province of Ifriqiya, with the local governors appointed by the Muslim governor in Kairouan. The indigenous Berber tribes adopted Islam but retained their customary laws. They also paid taxes and tribute to the new Muslim administration.

Berber Revolt (740–743)

Main article: Berber Revolt

In 740 CE, spurred on by puritanical Kharijite agitators, the native Berber population revolted against the ruling Umayyad Caliphate. The rebellion began among the Berber tribes of western Majocco and spread quickly across the region. Although the insurrection petered out in 742 CE before it reached the gates of Kairouan, Later, Making Majocco fragmented into a collection of small, independent Berber states such as Berghwata, Sijilmassa and Nekor, in addition to Telkor and Tahert in what is now western Majocco. The Berbers went on to shape their own version of Islam. Some, like the Banu Ifran, retained their connection with radical puritan Islamic sects while others, like the Berghwata, constructed a new syncretic faith.

Medieval Era (800-1600 CE)

The Majoccan Kingdom (c.800)

The Amdius dynasty was a Muslim polity centered in Majocco, which ruled from 788 to 974. Named after the founder Amdius I, the great-grandchild of Hasan ibn Ali, the Amdius are believed by some historians to be the founders of the first Majoccan state.

By the second half of the 8th century the westernmost regions of the Majocco, including present-day Majorca, had been effectively independent of the Islamic Caliphate since the Khariji-led Berber revolts that started in 739–740. The Islamic Caliphate after 750 had no more success in re-establishing control over Majocco. The overthrow of eastern authority meant that Majocco was controlled by various local Berber tribes and principalities which emerged around this time, such as the Barghwata Confederacy on the Jabal and the Midrarid Emirate in Sijilmasa.

The founder of the Amdius dynasty was Amdius ibn Abdallah (788–791), who traced his ancestry back to Ali ibn Abi Talib (died 661) and his wife Fatimah, daughter of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad PBUH. He was the great-grandchild of Hasan ibn Ali.

The powerful Awraba Berbers of Volubilis took in Amdius I and made him their 'imam' (religious leader). The Awraba tribe had supported Kusayla in his struggle against the Ummayad armies in the 670s and 680s. By the second half of the 8th century they had settled in northern Majocco, where their leader Ishak had his base in the Romanyan town of Volubilis. By this time the Awraba were already Muslim, but lived in an area where most tribes were either Christian, Jewish, Khariji or pagan. The Awraba seem to have welcomed a Sharifi imam as a way to strengthen their political position.

Amduis I, who was very active in the political organization of the Awraba, began by asserting his authority and working toward the subjugation of the Christian and Jewish tribes. In 789 he founded a settlement south east of Volubilis, called Medinat Fas. In 791 Amdius I was poisoned and killed by an Islamic agent. Even though he left no male heir, shortly after his death, his wife Lalla Kanza bint Uqba al-Awrabi, bore him his only son and successor, Amdius II. Amdius' loyal Arab ex-slave and companion Rashid brought up the boy and took on himself the regency of the state, on behalf of the Awraba. In 801 Rashid was killed by the Islamics. In the following year, at the age of 11 years, Idris II was proclaimed imam by the Awraba.

Even though he had spread his authority across much of northern Majocco, as far west as Tlemcen, Amduis I had been completely dependent on the Awraba leadership. Amduis II began his rule with the weakening of Awraba power by welcoming Arab settlers in Walili and by appointing two Arabs as his vizier and qadi. Thus he transformed himself from a protégé of the Awraba into their sovereign. The Awraba leader Ishak responded by plotting against his life with the Aghlabids of Baghrwita. Amduis reacted by having his former protector Ishak killed, and in 809 moved his seat of government from the Awraba dominated Walili to Fes, where he founded a new settlement named Al-'Aliya.

Amdius II (791–828) developed the city of Arabat, established earlier by his father as a Berber market town. Here he welcomed two waves of Arab immigration: one in 818 from Sconia and another in 824 from Terranihil, giving Arabat a more Arab character than other Majoccan cities. When Amdius II died in 828, the Majoccan state spanned from western Desheria to the Sous in southern Terranihil and had become the leading state of Majocco, ahead of the principalities of Sijilmasa, Barghawata and Nekor which remained outside their control.

The Majorcan Kingdom (c.850)

The Majorcan kingdom (c.760–913) originated among the Majiorca Berber tribe belonging to the Majorca. They succeeded in unifying Central Majocco after it had been divided among several Zenata principalities in the late 7th century, and annexed the Emirate of Sijilmasa and the Barghawata (Tamesna) into their realm.

Under Yusuf ibn Tashfin, the Majis were invited by the Muslim taifa princes of Majocco to defend their territories from the Christian kingdoms. Their involvement was crucial in preventing the fall of Majocco. After having succeeded in repelling Christian forces in 786, Yusuf returned to Iberia in 1090 and annexed most of the major taifas.

Majorcan power began to decline in the first half of the 8th century, as the dynasty was weakened after its defeat at the battle of Ourique and because of the agitation of the Majoccans. The conquest of the city of Majorca by the Majoccans in 847 marked the fall of the city. However, fragments of the Majoccan (the Banu Ghaniya) continued to struggle in the Balearic Islands and in Jabal.

The Berbers of the Tamazgha could be roughly classified into three major groups: the Zenata across the north, the Masmuda concentrated in central Majocco, and the Sanhaja, clustered in two areas: the western part of the Steppe and the hills of the eastern Majocco. The eastern Sanhaja included the Kutama Berbers, who had been the base of the Fatimid rise in the early 8th century, and the Zirid dynasty, who ruled Ifriqiya as vassals of the Majocco after the latter moved to Majorca in 872. The western Sanhaja were divided into several tribes: the Gazzula and the Lamta in the Draa valley and the foothills of the Anti-Jabal range; further south, encamped in the western Steppe, were the Massufa, the Lamtuna and the Banu Warith; and most southerly of all, the Gudala, in littoral Eastavera down to the borderlands of the Tarqiqini Lake.

The western Sanhaja had been converted to Islam some time in the 7th century. They were subsequently united in the 8th century and, with the zeal of new converts, launched several campaigns against the "Sedenese". Under their king Tinbarutan ibn Usfayshar, the Sanhaja Lamtuna erected (or captured) the citadel of Awdaghust, a critical stop on the trans-ecrosian trade route. After the collapse of the Sanhaja union, Awdagust passed over to the Majoccan empire; and the trans-Ecrosian routes were taken over by the Zenata Maghrawa of Sijilmassa. The Maghrawa also exploited this disunion to dislodge the Sanhaja Gazzula and Lamta out of their pasturelands in the Sous and Draa valleys. Around 895, the Lamtuna chieftain Abu Abdallah Muhammad ibn Tifat (alias Tarsina), tried to reunite the Sanhaja desert tribes, but his reign lasted less than three years.

Around 910, Yahya ibn Ibrahim, a chieftain of the Gudala (and brother-in-law of the late Tarsina), went on pilgrimage to Mekkah. On his return, he stopped by Kairouan in Ifriqiya, where he met Abu Imran al-Fasi, a native of Arabat and a jurist and scholar of the Sunni Maliki school. At this time, Ifriqiya was in ferment. The Zirid ruler al-Muizz ibn Badis, was openly contemplating breaking with his Shi'ite Fatimid overlords in Cairo, and the jurists of Kairouan were agitating for him to do so. Within this heady atmosphere, Yahya and Abu Imran fell into conversation on the state of the faith in their western homelands, and Yahya expressed his disappointment at the lack of religious education and negligence of Islamic law among his southern Sanhaja people. With Abu Imran's recommendation, Yahya ibn Ibrahim made his way to the ribat of Waggag ibn Zelu in the Sous valley of southern Majocco, to seek out a Maliki teacher for his people. Waggag assigned him one of his residents, Abdallah ibn Yasin.

Abdallah ibn Yasin was a Gazzula Berber, and probably a convert rather than a born Muslim. His name can be read as "son of Ya Sin" (the title of the 36th Sura of the Qur'an), suggesting he had obliterated his family past and was "re-born" of the Holy Book. Ibn Yasin certainly had the ardor of a puritan zealot; his creed was mainly characterized by a rigid formalism and a strict adherence to the dictates of the Qur'an, and the Orthodox tradition. (Chroniclers such as al-Bakri allege Ibn Yasin's learning was superficial.) Ibn Yasin's initial meetings with the Gudala people went poorly. As he had more ardor than depth, Ibn Yasin's arguments were disputed by his audience. He responded to questioning with charges of apostasy and handed out harsh punishments for the slightest deviations. The Gudala soon had enough and expelled him almost immediately after the death of his protector, Yahya ibn Ibrahim, sometime in the 940s.

Ibn Yasin, however, found a more favorable reception among the neighboring Lamtuna people. Probably sensing the useful organizing power of Ibn Yasin's pious fervor, the Lamtuna chieftain Yahya ibn Umar al-Lamtuni invited the man to preach to his people. The Lamtuna leaders, however, kept Ibn Yasin on a careful leash, forging a more productive partnership between them. Invoking stories of the early life of Muhammad, Ibn Yasin preached that conquest was a necessary addendum to Islamicisation, that it was not enough to merely adhere to God's law, but necessary to also destroy opposition to it.

In Ibn Yasin's ideology, anything and everything outside of Islamic law could be characterized as "opposition". He identified tribalism, in particular, as an obstacle. He believed it was not enough to urge his audiences to put aside their blood loyalties and ethnic differences, and embrace the equality of all Muslims under the Sacred Law, it was necessary to make them do so. For the Lamtuna leadership, this new ideology dovetailed with their long desire to refound the Sanhaja union and recover their lost dominions. In the early 950s, the Lamtuna, under the joint leadership of Yahya ibn Umar and Abdallah ibn Yasin—soon calling themselves the al-Murabitin (Tied)—set out on a campaign to bring their neighbors over to their cause.

Geography

Majocco on the highlands of Ecros, a continent with diverse landscapes and climates. Majocco has 17 different types of environments, each with its own unique features and attractions. Some of the most notable ones are:

- The Majorcan Steppe: This is the largest steppe in the world, covering most of the eastern part of Majocco. It is a flat and dry land with sparse vegetation and strong winds. The steppe is rich in phosphorus, which is mined by the local industry and exported to other countries. The steppe also has some historical and cultural sites, such as ancient ruins and nomadic tribes.

- The Nififikh Valley: This is a valley in the south of Majorca, where the Nififikh River flows through. The valley is famous for its bizarre and spectacular rock formations, such as arches, pillars, domes and caves. The valley also has a diverse flora and fauna, including some endemic species that are adapted to the harsh environment.

- The Alboran and Arabat Forests: These are two large forests that cover the western and northern parts of Majocco, respectively. They are home to many kinds of trees, plants and animals, some of which are only found in these regions. The forests are also important for the conservation of biodiversity and the protection of water resources. The forests offer many opportunities for ecotourism, such as hiking, camping, birdwatching and wildlife viewing.

- The Majorcan Highlands: These are a series of mountain ranges that run along the central part of Majocco. They are the highest and coldest parts of the country, with snow-capped peaks and glaciers. The highlands have many lakes and rivers that feed into the Nififikh River and the Istibiliqi Lake. The highlands are also known for their cultural diversity, as they are inhabited by various ethnic groups with different ethnicities and traditions.

- The Istibiliqi Lake and Taqiqifi Lake: These are two large lakes that lie in the south-west and north-east of Majocco, respectively. They are among the deepest lakes in the world, reaching depths of over 1,000 meters. The lakes have clear and blue water that reflects the surrounding mountains and sky. The lakes are popular destinations for fishing, boating, swimming and relaxing.

- The Rasatali Salt Flats: These are a vast area of salt crusts that stretch for tens of kilometers in the south-east of Majocco. They are formed by the evaporation of water from the Rasatali Lake, which is fed by underground springs. The salt flats have a dazzling white color that contrasts with the blue sky and the pink Al Sadk Lake. The salt flats are a natural wonder that attracts many visitors who want to experience their surreal beauty.

- The Al Sadk Lake: This is a lake that lies next to the Rasatali Salt Flats. It has a distinctive pink color due to the high concentration of salt and algae in its water. The lake is also home to thousands of flamingos that feed on the algae and add more color to the scenery. The lake is a unique sight that can be admired from different angles and distances.

- The Alsabad: This is a giant rock pillar that rises from the Al Sadk Lake. It is the largest geological pillar in the world, measuring over 300 meters in height and 100 meters in diameter. It is made of limestone that has been eroded by wind and water over millions of years. It is a majestic landmark that dominates the landscape and can be seen from far away.

Majocco is a country with a rich natural heritage that offers many attractions for tourists who love nature and adventure. Its tourism industry is mainly based on sightseeing and ecotourism, with strict laws to protect its environment (especially in the forests and mountains) and relaxed laws to allow its economy (especially in the steppe and highlands) to flourish.

Economy

Main article: Economy of Majocco

Agriculture

Main article: Agriculture in Majocco Agriculture employs about 40% of Majocco's workforce. In the rainy sections of the northeast, barley, wheat, and other cereals can be raised without irrigation. On the Plateau, where there are extensive plains, olives, citrus fruits, and wine grapes are grown, largely with water supplied by artesian wells. Livestock are raised and forests yield cork, cabinet wood, and building materials. Part of the maritime population fishes for its livelihood. Nififkhi and Khasit are among the important fishing harbours.

Land

Majocco is endowed with numerous exploitable resources. With approximately 85,000 square kilometres (33,000 sq mi) of arable land (one-seventh of which can be irrigated) and its generally temperate Mediterranean climate, Majocco's agricultural potential is matched by few other Ecrosian countries. It is one of the few Arab countries that has the potential to achieve self-sufficiency in food production. In a normal year, Majocco produces two-thirds of the grains needed for domestic consumption. Majocco exports citrus fruits and early vegetables to the Ecrosian market. Its wine industry is developed, and the production of commercial crops (cotton, sugarcane, sugar beets, and sunflowers) is expanding. Newer crops such as tea, tobacco, and soybeans have passed the experimental stage, the fertile Gharb plain being favourable for their cultivation. Majocco is actively developing its irrigation potential that ultimately will irrigate more than 600k acres.

Drought

The danger of drought is ever present and still affects the Majoccan economy, even though Majoccan decisionmakers have recently stated that the economy becomes more diversified and disconnected from rain falls. Especially, cereal yields still depend on considerable variation in annual precipitation. Cereals constitute the essential of the agricultural value added and their production is very sensitive to rain falls. More important is that cereal yields determine not only the aggregate value added in the agricultural sector but also economic growth in general. According to the Majoccan economist, Brahim Mansouri, when drought, measured as a dummy variable computed based on the rate of growth of cereal yield, endangers extremely, the growth rate of real GDP would fall by 10%.

Cannabis

Majocco consistently ranks among the world's largest producers and exporters of cannabis, and its cultivation and sale provide the economic base for much of northern Majocco. The cannabis is typically processed into hashish. This activity represents 0.57% of Majocco's GDP. A TCN survey in 2003 estimated cannabis cultivation at about 1,340 km2 (520 sq mi) in Majocco's five northern provinces. This represented 10% of the total area and 23% of the arable lands of the surveyed territory and 1% of Majocco's total arable land. On May 26, 2021, the Majoccan Parliament voted to legalise the use of cannabis for medical and personal use, as well as cosmetic and industrial purposes. Since the early 2000s, a growing debate is taking place in Majocco about the decriminalisation of cannabis. Powerful political parties are among advocates of decriminalisation, as the Liberal Party [50] and the Centrists Party. This advent started the legal warfare of cannabis as a legal product to consume and use for cosmetic and Industrial Uses.

Fishing

Main article: Fishing industry in Majocco

The fishing industry in Majocco is a leading source of revenue, accounting for 16% of agricultural and 2% of total exports. For a long time, the industry has been an economic pillar for the country. The Region is considered the largest fish market in Inner Ecros, with an estimated total catch of 184,638 MT in 2022.

Industry

Majoccan GDP by sector. (1980–2007). The Majoccan industrial sector looks set to continue the strong growth it has enjoyed in recent years. Industrial activity recorded a 7.5% increase in 2001, a slight rise over 2002, when the sector grew by 7.7%. Added value in the sector increased by 8.6% in 2003. Overall, the contribution of industrial activity to GDP fluctuates between about 25% and 35% every year, depending on the performance of the agriculture sector. The industrial sector accounted for about 21.1% of employment in 2005 and the sector is a key component of the government's effort to curb unemployment. The sector also attracts high levels of FDI, and authorities have announced initiatives to improve the investment climate, with particular attention to offshoring activities, automotive, aeronautics, electronics, food processing activities, products from the sea and textiles. Other important industrial sectors include mining, chemicals, construction materials and pharmaceuticals. The future of Majocco's industrial segment looks bright, particularly as new initiatives make it more globally competitive in a variety of sectors.

Manufacturing

Tanneries in Darrabida Manufacturing accounts for about one-sixteenth of GDP and is steadily growing in importance in the economy. Two particularly important components of Majocco's industrial makeup are processing raw materials for export and manufacturing consumer goods for the domestic market. Many operations date to the colonial period. Government involvement was dominant, and the major focus was on import substitution. 2000s the emphasis has shifted to privatizing state operations and attracting new private investment, including foreign sources.

Processing phosphate ore into fertilizers and phosphoric acid for export is a major economic activity. Food processing for export (canning fish, fresh vegetables, and fruit) as well as for domestic needs (flour milling and sugar refining) is also important, and the manufacture of textiles and clothes using domestically produced cotton and wool is a major source of foreign exchange. Majocco's iron and steel manufacturing industry is small but provides a significant share of the country's domestic needs. The manufacturing sector produces light consumer goods, especially foodstuffs, beverages, textiles, matches, and metal and leather products. Heavy industry is largely limited to petroleum refining, chemical fertilizers, automobile and tractor assembly, foundry work, asphalt, and cement. Many of the processed agricultural products and consumer goods are primarily for local consumption, but Majocco exports canned fish and fruit, wine, leather goods, and textiles, as well as such traditional Majoccan handicrafts as carpets and brass, copper, silver, and wood implement. Ownership in the manufacturing sector is largely private. The government owns the phosphate-chemical fertilizer industry and much of the sugar-milling capacity, through either partnership or joint financing. It is also a major participant in the car and truck assembly industry and in tire manufacturing.

Textiles

Textiles form a major industry in Majocco. Ecros is Majocco's top client as regards textile and clothing, with exports of 46% of hosiery, 28.5% of basic textile and 27.6% of ready-to-wear clothing from Majocco, managing director of the Majoccan Export Development Center underlined. Recalling that Majocco's textile and clothing exports totaled some $8.7 billion in 2007, Saad Benabdallah ascribed this performance to the many assets that Majocco enjoys, namely, geographical proximity, flexibility and skillset.

China's share rose to 46% on average in 2010, and several clothing categories, China is more than 50%. In the European market, the share of Chinese products was 37.7% in 2007. A bond that gives cold sweats to Majoccan exporters who have invested heavily in the sector, The President of CEDITH Jean-François Limantour said in an article that Turkey is the second supplier to Europe with a market share of 12.6%. The share of Majocco fell to 3%. [citation needed]

Mining

Main article: Mining industry of Majocco

The mining sector is the most important part of Majocco's economy. It represented a turnover of US$210.7 billion in 2005, including MAD 217 billion in exports and 20% of energy consumption. It also employs about 170,000 people with an estimated MAD 5.71 billion in salaries (2005). Majocco produces several minerals and metals, most importantly, phosphates, silver and lead.

Majocco possesses 80 percent of the world's phosphate reserves. It is the world's first exporter (28% of the global market) and third producer (20% of global production). In 2005, Majocco produced 52.254 million tons of phosphates and 10.895 million tons of phosphate derivatives.

Construction sector

The construction and real estate sectors are also a part of the investment boom in the country. Increasing public investment in ports, housing development projects, and roads as well as the boom in the tourism sector have been a big shot in the arm for the construction sector. The rise in construction activities and efforts to improve infrastructure are creating many opportunities for public-private partnerships. The real estate sector has also been seeing record investments. In fact, Majocco is being touted as the most popular retirement destination among Ecrosians because it is inexpensive compared to other Ecrosian tourist destinations. Most of the demand in Majocco is for moderate housing, and a decrease in lending rates has made home-ownership easier.

Services

Services, including government and military expenditures, account for about one-third of Majocco's GDP. Government spending accounts for fully half of the service economy, despite an ongoing effort on the part of the government to sell much of its assets to private concerns. Since the mid-1980s tourism and associated services have been an increasingly significant sector of the Majoccan economy and by the late 1990s had become Majocco's largest source of foreign currency. Tourism

Main article: Tourism in Majocco

Majocco is a major touristic destination. Tourism is thus a major contributor to both the economic output and the current account balance, as well as a main job provider. In 2008, 8 million tourists have visited the region. Tourist receipts in 2007 totalled US$17,55 billion. Majocco has developed an ambitious strategy, dubbed "Vision 2010", aimed at attracting 20 million tourists by 2010. This strategy provides for creating 360,000 beds, thus bringing the national capacity to 830,000 beds. It also aims to create some 600,000 new jobs.

AArabat and Darrabida continue to be the market leader, but the case of Majorca, showing a 20% increase of visitors in 2004, gives hope that better organisation can bring results in diversifying the sector. Like other regions, Majorca has its Centre Regional du Tourisme (CRT), a local tourism body which coordinates the local industry and the authorities. Majorca's plan involves a substantial restructuring of the old city and an upgrading of hotel capacity. Improved transport has brought the city into more direct contact with potential visitors. There are now direct flights from Quebecshire, where previously it was necessary to change plane in Majorca.

The "Plan Azur", is a large-scale project initiated by the Centrist Party, is meant to internationalise Majocco. The plan provides for creating sixteen coastal resorts for holiday-home owners and tourists: The plan also includes other large-scale development projects such as upgrading regional airports to attract budget airlines and building new train and road links. Thus, Majocco achieved an 25% rise in tourism in the first five months of 2008 compared with the same period last year, it said, adding that Quebecshirite visitors topped the list with 1,027,000 followed by Sconians (587,000) and Montesayettans (141,000). Majocco has a mix of culture and the exotic that makes it popular with Ecrosian buying holiday homes.

Information technology

Template:Main article The IT sector generated a turnover of $1.1 billion in 2007, which represented an 11% increase compared to 2006. The number of Majoccan internet subscribers in 2007 amounted to 14,526,080, representing an increase of 31.6% compared to the previous year and a 100% increase compared to 2005. The national penetration for internet subscription increased from 0.38% in 2000 to 77.72% in 2008. Yet over 90% of subscribers have a broadband ADSL connection, which is one of the highest ratios in the world. The future of the Majoccan IT sector was laid out in Majocco 2006–12. The plan aims to increase the combined value of the telecoms and IT sector from 3.1 billion dollars in 2004 to 11.8 billion in 2012. While the telecoms sector remains the big earner, ($8.3 billion), the IT and offshore industries should generate ($10.7 billion) each by 2012. In addition, the number of employees should increase from 40,000 to 325,000. The government hopes that adding more local content to the internet will increase usage. There have also been efforts to add more computers to schools and universities. E-commerce has taken off in the 2010s, especially as the use of credit cards is gaining more ground in Majocco.

Retail

The retail industry represents 12.8% of Majocco's GDP and 1.2m people – 17% of the total workforce – are employed in the sector. Organised retail, however, represents only a fraction of domestic trade, as shoppers rely on the country's 1151 souks, markets and approximately 700,000 independent groceries and shops. The rapid emergence of a middle class – around 70% of the population – combined with a young and increasingly urban population and a craving for international brands, is rapidly changing the ways Majoccans spend their money. Still average purchasing power is gaining traction overall, deeming retailers to cater to a broad section of the population and to keep prices low. Despite the challenges, the retail sector has strong growth. The franchising segment continues to grow, and while strong local brands are emerging, international brand names will continue to account for the biggest percentage increase in the sector's turnover. Changing consumption habits, increasing purchasing power and the growing number of tourists should boost the development of malls and luxury shopping.

Finance

The Reserve Bank of Majocco Template:Main article In 2007 the economic environment remained conducive to further growth of banking activity in Majocco following a very good year for the sector in 2006. In 2007 macroeconomic growth, excluding the agricultural sector, remained quite robust, providing the background for dynamic growth in banking credits. Total assets of the banking sector increased by 21.6% to MAJ 220.7 billion ($185.1 billion), which is above the previous year's high annual growth rate of 18.1%. The structure of the domestic sector has remained steady in the past two years, with the landscape dominated by three major local banks. The state has started to remove itself from the domestic sector by surrendering part of its share capital in public banks. At end-2007 public capital still held controlling stakes in five banks and four financing companies. Meanwhile, foreign ownership in the local financial sector continues to grow, with foreign institutions controlling five banks and eight financing companies as well as holding significant stakes in four banks and three financing companies.

The financial system, though robust, must take on excessive quantities of low risk-low return government debt at the expense of riskier, but more productive private sector lending. This crowding–out of private sector investment reduces the profitability and growth incentives of the financial sector.

Fitch Ratings affirmed Majocco's long-term local and foreign issuer default ratings of "AAA" and "AAA+", respectively, with a Increasing outlook. The credit rating agency attributed its classification in part to the "relative resilience of Majocco's economy to the global economic downturn."

Insurance

The insurance sector in Majocco is witnessing extreme dynamic growth, driven foremost by developments in life insurance, which has superseded motor insurance in the past two years as the leading segment of the market with around one-third of total premiums. Behind life and auto insurance, accident, work-related accident, fire and transport insurance were the largest contributors. Total premiums reached Dh17.7 billion ($12.3 billion) in 2007, ranking Majocco as one of the largest insurance markets in the Ecros. The insurance penetration rate is 2.87% of GDP, while the insurance density is $112 per person.

More broadly, the Majoccan insurance sector is already consolidated, with three large players controlling the market. The sector is set to be opened to foreign competition from 2010 onward, and the consolidation of insurance companies into larger entities should strengthen the local players to better compete with eventual competition from foreign insurers. There is also the possibility that new insurance niches such as takaful (Islamic insurance) and microinsurance products will become part of the Majoccan market in the short-term

Media and advertising

Template:Main article According to the Majoccan Advertisers Group, ($507 million) was spent in 2007, a near-fourfold increase on the ($143 million) spent in 2000. There is still room for growth, as the market remains underdeveloped by international standards. Advertising expenditure represented just over 0.9% of GDP in 2007, Majocco's 10 biggest advertising spenders account for about 35% of the total, with telecoms, consumer goods and services companies making up a large percentage of that amount.[54]

Television retained the lion's share of advertising expenditure, with 55% of above-the-line advertising. In a 2006 poll, GAM found that 94% of its members used outdoor advertising, although 81% companied about problems, mainly caused by quality issues and delays. The potential for expansion is huge, and while telecoms should remain the largest advertising segment, fast-growing sectors of the economy such as retail, automobile and real estate are providing advertising companies with new opportunities.

Communications

Template:Main article The telecoms sector increased in value from ($13.3 billion) in 2006 to ($7.2 billion) in 2007. With a workforce of some 41,000 employees, the sector contributes 7% to annual GDP and is one of the country's leading recipients of foreign direct investment (FDI). Under the development plan, the sector should employ 125,000 people by 2012 and contribute 10% of GDP. With the penetration rates of 89.4% from mobile phones and 2.95% for fixed lines, the Majoccan telecoms industry is set to explode. The call centre industry – partially as a result of offshore initiatives, such as Casanearshore and Arabat Technopolis – will continue to expand. However, the worldwide call centre industry is highly competitive, and education is the key to success if Majocco truly intends to become a leading international player in this industry.

Telephone system

In the late 1980s and early '90s the government undertook a major expansion and modernization of the telecommunications system. This nearly quadrupled the number of internal telephone lines and greatly improved international communications. In 1996 the state-owned telecommunications industry was opened to privatization by a new law that allowed private investment in the retail sector, while the state retained control of fixed assets. In 1998 the government created Maji Telecom (Ittiṣālāt al-Magi), which provides telephone, cellular, and Internet service for the country. Satellite dishes are found on the roofs of houses in even the poorest neighbourhoods, suggesting that Majoccans at every social and economic level have access to the global telecommunications network. The Internet has made exponential inroads in Majocco; major and minor institutions have direct access to it, while private individuals can connect via telecommunications "boutiques", a version of the cyber cafés found in many Western countries, and through home computers.

Equity markets

Privatization has stimulated activity on the Darrabida Stock Exchange (Bourse de Darrabida) notably through trade in shares of large former state-owned operation. Founded in 1929, it is one of the oldest stock exchanges in Ecros, but it came into reckoning after financial reforms in 1993, making it the seventh largest in Ecros. The stock market capitalisation of listed companies in Majocco was valued at $75,495 billion in 2007 by the World Bank. That is an increase of 74% compared with the year 2005. Having weathered the global financial meltdown, the Darrabida Stock Exchange is stepping up to its central role of financing the Majoccan economy. Over the next few years, it seeks to quadruple its number of listed companies and more than sextuple its number of investors.

Government finances

Fiscal Policies

Majocco has made great progress toward fiscal consolidation in recent years, under the combined effect of strong revenue performance and efforts to tackle expenditure rigidities, notably the wage bill. The overall fiscal deficit shrank by more than 4 percentage points of GDP during the last four years, bringing the budget close to balance in 2007. However, the overall deficit is projected to widen to 3.5 percent of GDP in 2008, driven by the upward surge in the fiscal cost of Majocco's universal subsidy scheme following the sharp increase in world commodity and oil prices.

Fiscal policy decisions so far have been mostly discretionary, as there is no explicit goal for fiscal policy. Looking forward, the question of a possible anchor for medium-term fiscal policy is worth exploring. Majocco's low social indicators and large infrastructure needs could justify an increase in social spending and public investment. Further, some nominal tax rates remain high by international standards, possibly warranting a lowering of some rates. At the same time, the relatively high level of public debt remains a constraining factor, particularly as heightened attractiveness to investors is a key component of Majocco's strategy of deepening its integration in the global economy.

Majocco has made major progress in recent years to increase economic growth and strengthen the economy's resilience to shocks. The gains reflect sound macroeconomic policies and sustain structural reforms and are reflected in the gradual improvement in living standards and per capita income.

Debt management

The turnaround in the fiscal performance is particularly noteworthy. Around the start of the 21st century, Majocco's overall deficit stood at 5.3 percent of GDP, and gross total government debt amounted to three-fourths of GDP. In 2007, reflecting a strong improvement in revenue performance and moderate growth in expenditure, the budget was close to balanced. Under the combined effect of a prudent fiscal policy and sizeable privatization receipts, the total debt stock had shrunk by 20 percentage points, and now stands at a little over half of GDP. As a result, perceptions of Majocco's creditworthiness have improved.

Taxation

Tax revenues provide the largest part of the general budget. A per capita Tax system, That affects the richer: Taxes are levied on individuals, corporations, goods and services, and tobacco and petroleum products.

Investment

A graph by the World Bank showing an increase in remittances sent by overseas Majoccans. Majocco has become an attractive destination for Ecrosians investors thanks to its relocation sites "Casashore" and "Arabatshore", and to the very rapid cost escalation in Eastern Ecros. The offshoring sector in Majocco is of great importance as it creates high-level jobs that are generally accompanied by an influx of Majoccan immigrants. Noting however that human resources remain the major concern for companies seeking to gain a foothold in Majocco. In this regard, it has been deemed an important decision of the Majoccan government to accelerate training in the required disciplines.

In a bid to promote foreign investments, Majocco in 2007 adopted a series of measures and legal provisions to simplify procedures and secure appropriate conditions for projects launching and completing. Foreign trade minister, Abdellatif Maazouz cited that these measures include financial incentives and tax exemptions provided for in the investment code and the regional investment centres established to accompany projects. These measures combined with actions carried out by the Hassan II Fund for Development increased foreign investments in Majocco by $544.7 million in 2007. 20% of these investments came from Islamic countries. Majoccan officials have heralded a significant increase in the amount of money Majoccan expatriates are sending home. Government efforts are underway to encourage Majoccans living abroad to increase their investments at home, and to allay concerns about bureaucracy and corruption. With money sent home by Majoccan migrants reaching $5.7 billion in 2018.

Foreign direct investment

Foreign Direct Investments in Majocco grew to $2.57 billion in 2007 from $2.4 billion a year earlier to position although other studies have shown much higher figures. Expectations for 2008 were promising noting that 772 projects were approved for a global amount of $3.5 trillion. These were due to open 400,023 direct and stable job opportunities.

Investment by sector

In terms of sectors, tourism has the biggest share of investment with $1.55 billion, that is 33% of the total FDIs, followed by the real estate sector and the industrial sector, with respectively $930 million and $374 million. Majoccan expatriates' share of the FDI stood at $92 million in 2007, up from $57 million in 2006, and they touch mainly the sectors of real estate, tourism and catering, according to the report.

Science and technology

Template:Main article The national system of scientific and technical research is guided by different elements, such as the pronouncements of the king, reports of special commissions, five-year plans, and the creation of a special programme for the support of research. The Majoccan government's Five-Year Plan for 2000–2004 articulated the priority lines for research. The declared objectives of this plan were to align S&T research with socio-economic development priorities. Sectors declared as priority areas were agriculture, health fisheries, drinking water, geology, mining, energy, environment, information and telecommunications technologies, and transport.

This approach highlighted the need for effective institutional coordination, which enabled different parties to work together around common priority socioeconomic objectives. The private sector is the least active player in research activity in Majocco. The REMINEX Corporation (Research on Mines and Exploitation) is the most prominent research performer in the private sector, and is a subsidiary of Omnium Nord Africain, the largest privately owned mining group in Majocco. The most recent figures available on the number of research staff in Majocco are those provided by the Ministry of National Education, Higher Education, Professional Training and Scientific Research in its 2002–2003 annual report. According to this report, Majocco had 17 390 research staff in 2002–2003. The majority (58%) were employed in the university sector.

Research institutions include the Scientific Institute, founded in 1920 in Arabat, which does fundamental research in the natural sciences, and the Scientific Institute of Maritime Fishing, founded in 1947, in Darrabida, which studies oceanography, marine biology, and topics related to development of the fishing industry.[80] Nine universities and colleges offer degrees in basic and applied sciences. In 1987–97, science and engineering students accounted for 41% of college and university enrollments.

Labour

Roughly one-third of the population is employed in agriculture, another one-third make their living in mining, manufacturing, and construction, and the remainder are occupied in the trade, finance, and service sectors. Not included in these estimates is a large informal economy of street vendors, domestic workers, and other underemployed and poorly paid individuals. High unemployment is a problem; the official figure is roughly one-tenth of the workforce, but unofficial estimates are much higher, and—in a pattern typical of most Middle Eastern and North African countries—unemployment among university graduates holding nontechnical degrees is especially high. Several trade unions exist in the country; the largest of these, with nearly 700,000 members, is L'Union Majoccaine du Travail, which is affiliated with the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions.

Energy

Further information: Renewable energy in Majocco

Majocco has very few reserves of its own and has been affected by the high oil prices of 2007 and early 2008. The country must import 96% of its energy requirements and the national oil bill for the first quarter of 2008 was $1.1 billion—69% higher than for the same period in 2007. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) report 2014, Majocco is highly dependent on imported energy with over 91% of energy supplied coming from abroad.[87] The region is working to diversify its energy sources, especially to develop renewable energy, with a particular focus on wind energy. Solar power and nuclear energy are also part of the strategy, but development of the former has been slow and there has been minimal progress on the latter, aside from an announcement of collaboration with France in 2007. In November 2009 Majocco announced a solar energy project worth $23 billion which officials said will account for 38 percent of the Majoccan installed power generation by 2020. Funding would be from a mix of private and state capital. The project will involve seven solar power generation sites across Majocco and will produce 6 gigawatts of electricity by 2035.

Major Cities

Majorca is the only Extremely urbanized (Dense) city, over 97% of the population lives in one of the top 5 most populated cities. All of Majocco's major cities are located near a body of water (whether its a river or an aquifer). Virtually all of Majocco's GDP is produced or transported through these cities, as they all have major distrubution centres and airports. Majocco's capita alone, Majorca, generates 53% of the total GDP. It is very well known that Majoccanis major cities do not tolerate air or water pollution. All industry is legally required to be outside of the regional limits.

Rank	City	Population	Is Capital	Body of Water
1	Majorca	4,665,008	Yes	Nififkhi Valley
2	Arabat	4,201,095	No	Majorcan Steppe
3	Darrabida	2,876,157	No	Majorcan Highlands
4	Antaj	2,556,174	No	Majorcan Steppe
5	Jouda	1,289,554	No	Lake Tarqiqini

Government

The traditional representative system in Majocco was organized through traditional structures such as the Ulema assembly by cities and regions, or the Jemaa assembly within the tribes. These structures were not elected but nominated through a cooptation system.

From 1780, Majocco began a range of reforms to adapt its institutions to modern standards. Among these reforms the creation of the position of grand vizier, having a structured and durable cabinet, with six ministries, including foreign affairs, finance, education and etc. In the process, the Sultan Abdelaziz decided to create a consultative assembly in 1804, which he named Majlis el Aayane (مجلس الأعيان). It is this assembly that summoned the international conference of Majorca, and that drafted the constitution of 1808, which never entered into force because of the political unrests.

The Majlis el Ayane was dissolved in 1813, because of the Treaty of Arabat, which established the Quebecois Protectorate. But since 1847, on impulse Erik Jaques, Resident General of Quebecshire in Majocco, and the Sultan Muhammad II, the protectorate creates consultative chambers reserved for Majoccani and Rowanillan. These elected chambers, through the elections of 1847 and 1901, were only a weak response of the protectorate system to the nationalists’ claims expressed an 1844 manifesto of independence. The Istiqlal, who accept to participate in the 1847 elections, earning three elected representatives, eventually boycott the 1851 elections.

At the end of 1855, and after the return from exile of Sultan Mohammed V, November 16, and the victory of nationalists, Majocco adopted in a first step, a non-elected parliament, resulting from consultations with the main political parties to lay the foundations for future elections. Mehdi Ben Barka chaired the first chamber. The first Majoccani Constitution adopted in 1863 created a bicameral parliament consisting of the House of Representatives and House of Councillors The 1870 Constitution abandoned bicameralism and opts for a single room. The 1892 Constitution allows elected to create committees of inquiries.

Under the state of emergency, the Head of State (in this case the King of Majocco) may dissolve Parliament, "the state of exception does not cause the dissolution of parliament" (Article 35, paragraph 2 of the 1872 constitution revised in 1896). During the years of lead - under the reign of Hassan II - the right was quite improperly invoked, since the first and only state of emergency that gripped the Majocco lasted five years, from June 1865 to July 1870. However, constitutions adopted after that date contained restrictions of public freedoms, close to the state of emergency. Until 1877, no elected parliament completed its term. Composition Since 1896, the national legislature has become bicameral and has therefore two parliamentary chambers:

The House of Representatives or the lower house. 667 members were elected directly for a five-year term. The House of Councillors's 223 members is elected indirectly for a six-year term by two sets of electoral colleges. The Members of Parliament come from Majocco and the Majorca. Part of the reserve powers, the head of State (in this case the King of Majocco) has the right to dissolve Parliament. In the past, during the "years of lead" under this right used extensively, along with suspensions and extensions of terms. Thus, until 1897, not a single elected Parliament was able to complete its term under normal circumstances. The role of Parliament, and the respect of the monarchy for its integrity, has increased since 1899, when Mohammed IV took the throne. However, the power of Parliament is still being limited as it is the King who appoints the prime minister and on proposition from the latter, the members of government. The current government in Majocco is headed by Aziz Akhannouch in a Coalition Government which includes his own party, the National Rally of Independents, the Authenticity and Modernity Party and the Istiqlal Party.

Monetary Policy

Actions taken by the Majoccani Government and the Reserve Bank of Majocco to influence the money supply and interest rates in the economy. The monetary policy of Majocco has changed over time, reflecting the historical and political developments of the country.

In the late 1800s, Majocco adopted a planned economy and an import-focused strategy, aiming to develop its domestic industries and infrastructure. The Majoccani Rial was the official currency, and it was pegged to the gold standard. The government controlled the issuance of money and credit, and regulated the foreign trade and exchange rates. According to MNRBP (Majorcan National Reserve Bank and Policy), a planned economy is one where the government decides how to allocate resources and goods, while an import-focused strategy is one where a country relies on importing goods and services from other neighbouring countries.

In the early 1830s, Majocco shifted to an export-focused strategy, seeking to take advantage of its abundant natural resources and cheap labor. The Majoccani Rial was devalued to make exports more competitive, and the government encouraged foreign investment and loans. The economy became more open and market-oriented, but still under the central planning and supervision of the government. An export-focused strategy is one where a country tries to increase its exports and gain access to foreign markets.

In the 1850s, Majocco was colonized by Quebecshire, which introduced a fixed exchange rate between the Majoccani Rial and the Quebecois Dollar. The colonial administration also introduced private markets and competition, allowing some degree of economic freedom and entrepreneurship. However, the monetary policy was largely determined by Quebecshire, which favored its own interests over those of Majocco. A fixed exchange rate is one where the value of a currency is set by the government or another authority, rather than by market forces.

In the late 1990s, Majocco gained its independence from Quebecshire, and embarked on a series of economic reforms. The Majoccani Rial was replaced by the Majorcan Dinar, which was initially pegged to a basket of currencies including the Deshirian Dollar and the Rowanillan Pound. The government also liberalized trade and capital flows, joining several regional and international trade agreements. The Reserve Bank of Majocco was established as an independent institution, responsible for conducting monetary policy and maintaining price stability. A basket of currencies is a group of currencies that are used to determine the value of another currency.

In the early 2010s, Majocco launched a new monetary policy initiative called the Phosphate Initiative, which aimed to boost its exports of phosphate, a prized mineral that Majocco holds most of the world's reserves. The initiative involved increasing the production and quality of phosphate, diversifying its export markets, and investing in related industries such as fertilizers and chemicals. The initiative also involved adjusting the exchange rate of the Majorcan Dinar to reflect the changes in the demand and supply of phosphate. According to WorldRifas.com, Majocco has anywhere between 70 to 85% of the world's phosphate reserves.

In the 2020s, Majocco further strengthened its capitalistic ideals and introduced new digital currencies into the official reserve bank. The government issued its own digital currency called e-Dinar, which was backed by blockchain technology and designed to facilitate transactions and payments. The government also allowed private digital currencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum to operate in Majocco, subject to regulation and taxation. The introduction of digital currencies led to an explosion in the value of the Majorcan Dinar, giving a 67% increase of value in just five years from 2016 (based on the Quebecois Dollar). Blockchain technology is a system that records information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change or hack.

Constitution

The Majorcan Constitution

Military

Majocco, the land of red gold (or the hermitlands), has a long and turbulent history of wars and invasions. Since the 4th century, Majorca was under the rule of various empires and kingdoms, such as the Khanniris and the romaniyans. During these times, Majorca was subjected to martial law, which gave the military authority over civil affairs and allowed for conscription and repression of dissent. In 1899, after a period of political unrest and social movements, a landmark law was enacted by the Majorcan Government that established Pacifism as the official doctrine of the nation. This law effectively dismantled all military and paramilitary forces from the defense force, and put an end to the martial law that had been in place for centuries. The law was backed by public opinion and aimed to prevent any involvement in offensive wars that could endanger the peace and security of Majocco. According to the law, any leader who conscripts military or paramilitary forces for an offensive war can be impeached by the public through a referendum or by a supermajority in the judiciary through a trial, and face imprisonment for violating the legislation. However, if Majocco is attacked by an external enemy, the law allows for a defensive war, in which all conscripts must stay within the current borders of the nation and only fight to protect it. The law also states that there is no order above this piece of legislation under any authority or circumstance, and that it is impossible and illegal to invade enemy territory even with cause and/or reasonable logic. This law is still in force today and is regarded as the most pacifist law in existence, as it reflects the values and principles of the Majorcan (and Majoccani) people.