Beiteynu

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Domestic News
Intercollegiate Games a success
August 5298 - The success of the Bei Airlines Intercollegiate Games had demonstrated Beiteynu's sports prowess, and that the government was considering expanding the power of the BCAA to allow high schools in the country to have their own national athletic events paving way for future international sport events
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Tel Bira, Beiteynu - The five day long Bei Airlines Intercollegiate Games at the National Sports Center have concluded which saw over 1000 student athletes from public and private colleges alike, competing in different sports categories.

MOEC Rebecca Horowitz was the Chief Guest during the opening ceremony of the event. She together with representatives from Bei Airlines (sponsors) and officials from the Ministry were present to officially open the games. During her address, MOEC Horowitz expressed her happiness stating that this event will be fundamental in future games and possibly international events. She urged student athletes to do their utmost best adding that the government is working on providing scholarships to those who are very passionate in sports and are willing to take sports as their main career.

The course of the five-day national event saw students competing in track and field events such as swimming, basketball, volleyball, and soccer. Soccer, a popular sport in the country was one of the many events highly anticipated with many private television stations reporting high viewership ratings for the matches. Overall, the whole competition was fierce and it was evident that students did their utmost best. Spectators which included parents were seen cheering on their children and teams which created an exciting atmosphere.

Who won? Well, no one did. This was the sentiment shared by Minister Rebecca Horowitz during the closing ceremony. She added that sports was not only about winning but promoting physical health, mental well-being, teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. Ms. Horowitz was delighted that the students were able to do just that which proved that this event was a success. The final results of the games will be uploaded on the MOEC website.

During her closing remarks, she announced that her Ministry is considering expanding the roles of the BCAA to allow high schools to participate in their own national events. She stated that sports play a significant role in our culture and we should allow our youths to do just that. Ms. Horowitz also added that the BCAA will engage with sports bodies of other countries to facilitate sports exchange programs so that youths can gain exposure to different cultures and sports training methods.

As we look to the future, we plan to increase funding for college sports programs and facilities which will ensure that student-athletes have access to the best possible resources and training opportunities. We also plan to collaborate with private sector sponsors and donors to provide scholarships and other financial support for promising student-athletes who may face financial challenges.

She concluded that the BCAA will explore opportunities for Beiteynu to host international sports events and tournaments in the future.

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Finance News
References: Pontesi, Cildania, Selucia
The impact of Beiteynuese-Selucian relations on northwestern Majatra
April 5299 - Adding to the already established trade routes with Pontesi and Cildania, the reinvigorated relations with Selucia in recent years has provided a platform for Beiteynuese trade to begin dominating the financial landscape of northwestern Majatra
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- Medinat Department reopens communication channels with the Socialist-Republican coalition in Rildanor
- Kundrati and Beiteynuese markets react negatively to the 5299 Agricultural Regulation Proposal, HH expresses concerns to PM Isaac Levy
- Beiteynuese shipping executives shrug off rumours on the existence of the Yeudi Conclave


The rise of goat exports to Selucia has "baffled" the International Trade Association

Sholemberg, Beiteynu - Rebecca Horowitz's visit to Selucia - then Minister of Education & Culture under the Shlomo Administration - in 5288 and the subsequent trade tour later in the same year had reinvigorated relations with Selucia to a degree upon which Beiteynu's private industry began to built up on over the following years, which, albeit its small impact on net trade during the next decade, had a considerable impact on the prospects of the region's economy onwards for the next century, regardless of the country's recession observed by the Central Bank of Beiteynu in 5287. The simultaneous uptick in Cildanian based trade reported in 5290 was another mark during the same period that Beiteynuese trade, already strong in Pontesi since the previous half of the century, would continue to pick up its pace and thus begin shaping the region's commercial outlook, as companies like Hadayim, Yishel Investment Group and United Medinat found themselves "sidestepping" Beiteynu's domestic recession by booming in Kundrati, Pontesi, Cildania and very recently, in Selucia, during the half mark of this decade.

Naturally, Beiteynu's strongest sectors - shipping, banking and travel services - picked up the mantle of exports to Selucia and while competition in maritime commerce, similarly to the case of the Cildanian bilateral trade, was high with Selucia's traditionally strong game at sea, Beiteynuese demands satisfied their needs with the import of various consumer goods and raw materials, with partnerships in higher education also making a mark between the 2 markets, especially considering the high interest of Beiteynuese institutions in business administration, engineering and information technology, subjects which Selucia has been primed to become an important partner for Beiteynu. With representatives of the Equifund throwing in some defense in unofficial discussions with the government of Selucia, both nations picked up on the importance of protecting regional commerce at sea and opened up the possibility of joint naval exercises, while companies like Hadayim from Beiteynu's shipping sector began setting their sights on joint maritime partnerships and potential acquisitions.

To help set the tone and provide a solid platform for the bilateral relations to continue expanding into the 54th century, the Levy Administration with the Medinat Department, the organisation responsible for foreign relations under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by Ariel Navron Hashim of the HH, has initiated discussions on a potential partnership agreement with Selucia, which is rumoured to include joint investments and educational and cultural partnerships, amongst establishing the basics in diplomacy, trade and trade quotas in par with Beiteynuese foreign policy for the last 100 years.

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Domestic News
BPA withdraws support for controversial bill introduced by new party
April 5299 - The leader and current Prime Minister Isaac Levy in a press conference today announced that his party will be withdrawing its support from the controversial Agricultural Regulation Bill introduced by the Communist Party of Beiteynu citing that Article 3 of the bill is "extreme"
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Yishelem, Beiteynu - The Beiteynuese People's Alliance (BPA), the party that is leading the Levy Administration is facing a political crisis due to the introduction of an agricultural regulatory bill by the newly registered Communist Party of Beiteynu. The crisis was triggered when the BPA publicly supported the bill that will dramatically impact the country's already limited agricultural production.

The bill that was introduced to the Knesset was met with stiff opposition from opposition parties and even Hevrat Hashmal (HH) which is also part of the Levy Administration. The Hevrat Hashmal whilst delivering a statement to members of the Knesset accused the Prime Minister in " setting a dangerous precedent in aligning* yourself and your party with the new political faction seeking to disrupt the solid, free and flourishing bedrock of our country's economy."

In response, the leader of the BPA released the following statement;

We are aware of the recent controversy surrounding this bill and we acknowlege the statement made by our coalition partner, Hevrat Hashmal. While the BPA recognize the importance of regulating our agricultural sector to balance the needs of the people and the private sector, we cannot support a bill that will affect our relationships with other countries as highlighted by HH. The nationalization of the fishing industry is an extreme and far-left proposition that we cannot support. Therefore, I am here to announce that the BPA will withdraw its support from the bill effective immediately. The BPA however, is also open to amendments that will balance the needs of the people and also the private sector.

The sudden and abrupt change of support signals the fact that Hevrat Hashmal still have significant influence on the private sector and the administration.

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Breaking News
Minister of Internal Affairs hospitalized, condition reported as serious
October 5299 - Miriam Cohen who is also the deputy leader of the BPA and a close ally and mentor of the Prime Minister was hospitalized early this morning with sources close to the matter stating that it is “very serious”
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- Prime Minister's office confirms attendance to Trigunia's "Ball of the Century".
- Beiteynuese government vows to investigate alleged offshore accounts linked to Tukarali Embezzlement Scandal.


Yishelem Medical Center where Minister Cohen is currently admitted.

Yishelem, Beiteynu - Miriam Cohen, the Minister of Internal Affairs and the oldest member of the Beiteynuese People's Alliance (BPA) party, was hospitalized early this morning, according to sources familiar with the matter. The nature and severity of Cohen's condition are not yet publicly disclosed, but sources suggest that it is very serious and Cohen is receiving intensive care.


Miriam Cohen.

Prime Minister Isaac Levy was seen at the hospital earlier today and when approached by journalists for comment on Cohen's condition, Levy declined to provide any information and continued inside the hospital. Cohen, 76, is a key member of the BPA and a close ally and mentor of the Prime Minister. They both co-founded the party in 5276.

The BPA and the Prime Minister's office is yet to release a statement on the situation however the hospital did release a statement confirming Cohen's admission adding that "as a matter of patient confidentiality, we are unable to provide further details on Ms. Cohen's condition or treatment. We ask that the media and the public respect her privacy and that of her family during this time." Meanwhile, the PM's office did confirm that the Deputy MOIA from Hevrat Hashmal will be assuming the position of acting MOIA.

We will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as they become available.

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Breaking News
Miriam Cohen announces resignation due to health concerns
October 5299 - Minister of Internal Affairs and deputy leader of the Beiteynuese People's Alliance (BPA) who was hospitalized early this month suffered from what has been revealed as cancer and therefore announced her resignation from the party and her position.
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Yishelem, Beiteynu - Miriam Cohen who made headlines earlier this month due to her sudden hospitalization at Yishelem Medical Center announced today that she will be stepping down as deputy leader of the BPA and also Minister of Internal Affairs. In a statement from her official Twitter account, she said that she is currently suffering from breast cancer adding that she will take this time to rest and prioritize her health.

Cohen expressed her sincere gratitude to the amount of support she got during her hospitalization adding that she was grateful for the well wishes and unwavering support from her colleagues and supporters.

I am deeply grateful for the trust and support given to me during my time in office. However, my health must come first, and I need to step down from my roles as deputy leader of the BPA and MOIA. It has been an honor to serve my country, and I will continue to support the BPA in any way that I can.

The Prime Minister issued a statement expressing his support and acknowledging her contributions to the country during her time as MOIA. Levy added that the BPA is saddened by her resignation but fully supported her decision stating "We fully support her decision to prioritize her health, and we wish her a speedy recovery. We thank her for her years of service to the people of Beiteynu."

The Prime Minister also announced that the current acting MOIA from Hevrat Hahmal will be appointed as the new MOIA to succeed Cohen. Levy stated that he is very confident in the abilities of Hevrat Hashmal considering their past extensive experience in government. The decision will be confirmed by the Knesset soon and the appointment process is set to commence after that.

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Domestic News
References: Dundorf, Istalia, Kundrati
MOIT introduces Le Hofesh Act for the expansion of Beiteynuese ports
February 5300 - The much anticipated Le Hofesh Act originally mapped out in 5282 by the Bureau of Keshef Management finally hits the Knesset floor, complimented by the establishment of the Port Management Authority proposed by the Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport
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- International Trade Association reforms into the Olami Trade Association, tasked on the tracking and oversight for the entirety of Beiteynuese commerce
- Civil Aviation Authority initiates construction phase of the Bei Ishmael Project of 5291 for the expansion and modernisation of Beiteynu's international airports
- Beiteynuese Police amp up their hunt for the perpetrators of the Ben Chaim Assassination, MOIA reviews the Agency's protocols for the protection of Beiteynuese officials
- Central Bank of Beiteynu reports that the "final marks of the recession are steadily fading away", as growth rate projected to surpass 3.47% by 5310
- Aristocrat Energetical receives 100-year contract for the maintenance of the nuclear energy grid on a whopping 230B LOD to be received in multiple payments over the decades
- National Water Grid Agency begins infrastructure development projects in the Desert Bank


Section of the port of Rishon Le Hofesh (OOC: Ashdod of Israel), in the West Bank

Rishon Le Hofesh, Beiteynu - Beiteynuese ports have insofar managed to adequately cover maritime traffic with a couple of problems along the way. Companies like Hadayim, Tadraki Freight Shipping Ltd. and Birco have also used Pontesi's northern ports to dock goods and transport them via the Beiteynuese Rakevet to Amshinov without any imposed tariffs, boosting Beiteynu's neighbour's northwest local economies to an extend. From Amshinov, the goods make their way to Beiteynu's West Bank and Desert Bank. Advised by the Central Bank of Beiteynu on the projected exponential increase of Beiteynuese trade in the first half of the 54th century, the Beiteynuese Government began drafting plans for the expansion of Beiteynuese main harbours and multiple coastal cities in the hopes of covering this extended maritime traffic in the region, as Beiteynu steadily becomes the hub of trade to the eastern shores of Artania and Majatra alike.

Contrary to the Bei Ishmael Act which will span a period of 28 years, the Le Hofesh Act brings an aggressive timespan to just 11 years, with a whopping 7.88B LOD injected by the Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport. The Head of the Bureau of Keshef Management, the organisation responsible for the management and oversight of public and private investments both domestically and abroad, has confirmed that key contractors from Dundorf, Kundrati and Istalia have already lined up to receive the contracts, working in conjunction with an additional 2.3B LOD investment provided by Beiteynu's premier shipping companies such as Hadayim and Birco, including 3 financial institutions, with Beipon Investment Bank taking the lead.

The expansion concerns the ports of Sholemberg and Himmelshtern in the North Bank and Tel Bira and Rishon Le Hofesh in the West Bank. The expansion of the ports of Sholemberg and Rishon Le Hofesh, Beiteynu's primetime commercial harbours on either end of the spectrum, is expected to provide a significant edge to Beiteynuese trade around Majatra. Sources at the MOD have speculated that a potential expansion of the Yeudi Fleet is also in the works.

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Domestic News
References: Kafuristan
Beiteynuese Police arrests 2 suspects with ties to Tajamu‘ al-‘Izza
February 5300 - The crackdown on the Ahmadi terrorist group which took credit for the assassination of PM Avraham Ben Chaim finally bares fruit
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- Beiteynuese Police investigates Tukarese offshore accounts in 2 financial institutions, Tomasadyn National rumoured to be implicated as well
- GIF of Prime Minister Isaac Levy dancing uncontrollably in Trigunia's Ball of the Century breaks the Terran Wide Web


1 suspect identified as a Kafuri citizen, to be extradited to Kafuristan in par with the Friendship & Trade Agreement

Yishelem, Beiteynu - The Chief of the Beiteynuese Police announced earlier this morning that the investigation into the Ben Chaim Assassination has led officials to the arrest of 2 suspects thought to be tied to Tajamu‘ al-‘Izza, the terrorist group which took credit for the incident. One of the men was identified as a Kafuri citizen, with their extradition to be expedited to the government of Kafuristan, pending confirmation by the MOIA. While the 2 men have not been confirmed as directly or indirectly tied to the incident itself, the newly appointed MOIA Hed Meirit Atalia has confirmed that the Terran Remediation Agency will attempt to work closely with the General Intelligence Directorate towards identifying the main cell of the terrorist group and the extend of the 2 men's ties to it. The terrorist group, as preliminary intelligence indicates, does not originate domestically in Beiteynu. The details of the assassination continue to remain classified.

The Head of the Medinat Department squashed any rumours of trouble for Beiteynuese-Kafuri relations, stating "the 2 men and the group have absolutely nothing to do with Kafuristan, nor the general Ahmadi population and any insinuation to that end will be labelled as an unhinged fantasy".

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Domestic News
References: Istalia
MOIA proposes formation of the Sohnout Hashaet for the protection of officials
February 5300 - The cutthroat provisos of the Sohnout Hashaet Act of 5300 proposed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs are a testament of the Beiteynuese Government that it will no longer tolerate, or operate, anything less than the most deadly and ridiculously stringent secret service
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Yishelem, Beiteynu - Accompanying the whopping 4.8B LOD contract for the development, assembly and purchase of a commercial airliner dubbed "Wings of Ishmael" by Istalian aeronautics manufacturer AUDISS is the proposal for the formation of the Sohnout Hashaet, an intelligence and law enforcement organisation under the Ministry of Internal Affairs to be tasked with the protection of government officials and foreign diplomats. Sources at the Ministry have hinted that Hed Meirit Atalia, the newly appointed MOIA, expects unanimous support in the Knesset by all parties, considering that the 2nd assassination of the country's Prime Minister in recent Beiteynuese history took place in the span of less than 100 years, bringing absolute shame to law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

The provisos outlined in the Sohnout Hashaet Act of 5300 have been labelled by many as one of the stringent clauses in the formation of an entity of the Beiteynuese Government in centuries, providing future field agents with the highest level of jurisdiction and access in the land, while their selection will take place through one of the most ridiculously unattainable clearance, training and approval programs in the continent, through a 4 year rigorous regiment, with both the Terran Remediation Agency and the commando squadrons of the Yeudi Fleet's 13th Flotilla - Beiteynu's elite units - to suck the life out of any candidates looking to serve the leaders of a country that is quickly becoming the spotlight of bilateral international interests, friendly or otherwise.

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Domestic News
Prime Minister visits the Desert and West Banks
April 5300 - Prime Minister Isaac Levy was at the Desert Bank where he toured the cities of Haifbourg, Trachimbrod, Arbetheym, Valdheym and Neyfeld with the final stopover at Tel Bira in the West Bank where he took the opportunity to inspect the construction of a desalination plant.
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The Desalination Plant in Tel Bira currently under construction.

Tel Bira, Beiteynu - With the upcoming election this year where five political parties are potentially eyeing the premiership, Prime Minister Isaac Levy embarked on a national tour visiting the Desert and the West Banks. He first visited the city of Haifbourg just near Mount Mushafakir followed by Trachimbrod, Arbetheym, Neyfeld and Valdheym. There, Levy addressed his crowd of supporters and spoke about the administration's accomplishments during its term. He even acknowledged the challenges faced by those living in the Desert Bank such as the water shortages adding that his administration has begun the construction of 250 storage tanks which "should address the problem". During his closing remarks, Levy took the opportunity to complement the work of his party's coalition partner Hevrat Hashmal. He praised HH's efforts in expanding Beiteynu's economy and for setting up the Sohnout Hashaet. He declined to comment when asked if HH were going to endorse him again in this election.

After 3 days visiting all those cities in the Desert Bank, Levy flew to Tel Bira in the West Bank where he was greeted by the mayor and local officials. There he held a joint press conference discussing priorities for the city and complementing the work of the Beiteynu Sports Council (BSC) in promoting sports such as the Bei Airlines Intercollegiate Games. He said that his administration will continue to promote sports adding that he has directed the Ministry of Education & Culture to "explore more opportunities". MOEC Rebecca Horowitz confirmed that her Ministry will release more information on that later.

Mr. Levy then paid a visit to the outer part of Tel Bira where a huge desalination plant is currently under construction. The Prime Minister in a PPE clothing and a silly hat (safety helmet) toured the construction site and spoke with workers and engineers. The visit to the desalination plant was met with controversy due to environmental groups staging protests outside. He addressed the protesters stating that his administration is committed in balancing the country's economic growth and environmental sustainability.

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