Talmoria

[Siggon Kristov]

OOC:

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Don't use real-world names or concepts for fantasy RP.
Be creative.

I still see the cross of St. George (the patron saint of England), and I still see crap about "The Trinity" and "Christ" when Christ was a real-world person.

I guess I can name Beluzia's national language "African" because it's a real-world term that can be used as a demonym, regardless of whether it's a language or not, right?

[Jaguar]

OOC:

Okay I will call it Anayaroli. The Anayaroli Church of Talmoria.

[Siggon Kristov]

OOC:

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Despite changing the name from "Anglican" you still have a lot of RL reference.
Can't you come up with something original for once?

Who the hell is Jesus Christ?
Who the hell is Pontius Pilate?
Who the hell is King James?

None of these people existed in Terra.

[Zongxian]

OOC: A mix of laziness and lack of time leads to this post which is a culmination of events of the past 2-3 years in Talmoria. Each article will have the relevant dates of occurrence.

Sherazi Declared Prime Minister Amid Revolution
2 June 3424

The ZNF-dominated de facto legislature votes unanimously for the Sherazi Government.

TAJABAD - In the latest consolidation of power by the Zaqraami National Front (ZNF), the de facto national legislature voted in favor of establishing Kishan Sherazi as Prime Minister of the Talmori nation. This becomes the first semblance of a national government beyond the parliament and is the latest victory of the Purple Revolution. Just under a month ago the Purple Revolution began when the ZNF, led by Zayn Rajani and Kishan Sherazi, declared their party in control of the vacant and essentially defunct legislature. For years a national government had been non-existent and Talmoria was an anarchic state. Unemployment, poverty, illiteracy, crime, and just about every negative national quality have skyrocketed over the past decade. Talmoria has held the distinction as one of Terra's most failed states and as one of the worst off of the third-world.

Five days following the ZNF take-over of parliament, the beginning of the Purple Revolution was declared on 10 May 3424. This peaceful revolution has so far sought to re-organize the national Talmorian government and continues to push for a stabilized formal state. Today's installation of Mr Sherazi as Prime Minister is a huge success in this goal and for the first time in decades, Talmoria can be said to have an excuse for a real government.

The ZNF has stated that their reforms are still not complete and there still remain structural and administrative changes over the course of the next year. It was also stated by ZNF Chairman Zayn Rajani that legal and policy reforms will not be in full completion for up to a decade given the state of the nation.

Beginning of a New Age - All Hail Emir Zayn I & the Talmori Emirate!
15 January 3425

Citizens celebrating the revived nation and newly formed monarchy.

TAJABAD - The Purple Revolution has concluded in final stages in just under a year and out of the movement has come a new Talmori state. There is no doubt that much remains to be done, but this week has been a time of celebration for many Talmorian citizens. For the first time in decades the nation is not in anarchy and honest attempts are being made at establishing order and stability.

As the final act of the revolution, the Zaqraami National Front (ZNF) and their legislature declared the formation of the Emirate of Talmoria. Two days following this, on 8 January 3425, it was decided that Zayn Rajani would be established as the Emir of Talmoria and that he would lead the newly formed House of Rajani. It had been debated over the past four months as to what direction the governmental structure should take in this newly established Talmoria. A small circle suggested the continuation of the republican system, which had existed prior to the anarchy. However, the idea of monarchy was most popular as it was determined that such a government would symbolize stability, along with promoting a strong cultural identity and ideals of unity and togetherness.

While the monarchy has been established within a democratic form of government, it is expected that Emir Zayn, and future emirs, will inevitably have considerable influence over the direction of government given the strong connections to the Zaqraami National Front. Nonetheless, this is not being treated as an negative issue among Talmorians, who, republican and monarchist alike, are relieved to have an actual government back in control.

[Zongxian]

Talmorian Crackdown on Asliland
January 30, 3428

Talmorian military discovers major drug cache in Haresha

HAVENO DIAMENTO -- As the Government of Talmoria has tried to push progress and modernization upon the former anarchic state, some regions have continued to operate under their own rules. These tribal regions, the pre-revolution strongholds of backwardness, are mostly rural regions and sparsely populated. And in regards to two of these regions, Mahavan and Soyagar, they are peaceful and don't cause too much trouble. Soyagar in particular is expected to assimilate into Talmorian administration within the next five to ten years. Mahavan may take longer, but there is no imposition to progress coming from there.

There is a third tribal region, Asliland, and peaceful is most definitely not an appropriate adjective for this deepest depth of Terra's third-world. The problematic nature of this region is no surprise to many Tajabad bureaucrats given its shared name with a historical entity of annoyance to Talmorians. Asliland first appeared in 2735, not that long after the arrival of Queranzariah in Talmoria. The Asli, who overwhelmingly embraced the Queranz religion, took up radicalized ideology which drew from tribal Asli customs. This Asliland encompassed all of Talmoria and all who were not Queranzist, or Asli, were expelled from the nation or completely revoked of rights. As this regime neared its twentieth year, it was crushed by Hulstrians who had arrived with the intentions of turning Talmoria into an imperial subject. This was the last instance of Asliland's existence. Since then there have been occasional violent internal conflicts with the Asli. The most notable being the Rebellions of 3272, which saw a number of raids against cities in Binduro and Haresha. This event was also a very dark moment of Talmorian history for in the conclusion of the conflict there was ethnic cleansing carried out by Alberto Lorenzo, the Emperor-Dictator of Talmoria at the time.

Now Talmoria has entered a new era and the Emirati Government continues to work towards modernization. The new Asliland is as problematic as always and, in the words of Prime Minister Sherazi, "is a stain upon the national Talmorian image." Over the past year the government has sought to attract investors and businesses from across Terra to bring money and new economic opportunity to the nation. While this effort has been focused on the coastal 'Developed Quarter,' the problems of the interior lands do undoubtedly cast a shadow. The instability of Asliland scares foreigners away, especially as crime does often trickle out of the region and into other parts of Talmoria.

The biggest business of Asliland is drug-smuggling and human trafficking. And the border with Utembo is especially dangerous as it is the primary trade route of just about every criminal group and gang in Asliland. The centre of all criminal activity is Kajombo City, which is the de facto capital of the region. Asliland does have its own declared government, however its leadership changes each week as rival organizations fight over control. However one united issue for these criminal gangs is Asli secession, something which would allow for a total escape from Talmorian authority and more ease in their dark business.


Kajombo City, 'Terran Capital of Crime & Dirty Business'

Up until recently Asliland has not been a top priority for the new Talmorian regime. Much focus has been on modifying national policies and increasing administrative efficiency over the more developed areas of the nation. But now, as the success of national policy-making falls into the hands of civil servants, engineers, and educators, the parliament has found some free time to address the Asli.

Last month, Emir Zayn issued a decree, with the absolute support of Prime Minister Sherazi and the ZNF, to the Defense Ministry ordering the deployment of military to parts of outer Asliland to serve as a police-like force. The military police currently have the primary focus of combating the transportation of any illegal goods out of Asliland and into the "cleaner" regions of Talmoria. Earlier this week, in a patrol in Haresha, a major drug cache was uncovered and it is also reported that a local drug lord was killed by the military. This came as welcome news to Tajabad, which has come to treating the military policing as a way to both give Talmorian soldiers experience and to try to stem the flow of drugs and other illegal goods into Talmoria. It is expected that in time even more national focus will turn towards Asliland and the reassertion of control in southeastern Talmoria.

[benkito]

Prime Minister Tepfer announces proposal to reform, reorganize and consolidate Federal government

TAJABAD - Prime Minister Tepfer called on National Diet to reinstate Prime Minister authority to reorganize and consolidate the federal government, which will ensure swift action on his proposals to streamline government to make it work better for the Talmorian people while eliminating duplication, waste and inefficiencies.

“We live in a this century economy, but we’ve still got a government organized for the this century. Our economy has fundamentally changed – as has the world – but the government has not. The needs of our citizens have fundamentally changed but their government has not. Instead, it has often grown more complex. Today, I am calling on National Diet to reinstate the authority that past presidents or premiers have had to streamline and reform the Executive Branch. This is the same sort of authority that every business owner has to make sure that his or her company keeps pace with the times. And let me be clear: I will only use this authority for reforms that result in more efficiency, better service, and a leaner government,” said Prime Minister Tepfer.

The Prime Minister laid out his first proposed use of that authority consolidating eleven agencies into one more efficient agency to promote competitiveness, exports and Talmorian business. Currently, there are eleven major departments and agencies that focus primarily on business and trade in the federal government. Consolidating these agencies along with other related programs will help entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes grow, compete, and hire, leveraging one cohesive Department with one mission: to spur job creation and expand the Talmorian economy.

Prime Minister Tepfer established the Government Reform for Competitiveness to examine how we can update the Federal government to better support Talmorian competitiveness in a this century global economy. The team reached out to hundreds of businesses, experts, current and former cabinet officials and agency heads, union leaders, Members of National Diet and their staff, and thousands of Federal employees to find out what is working and what is not.
Across the range of conversations held by the Administration as part of the government reorganization initiative, one theme underscored repeatedly by business owners was that they are confused about where to go for assistance and often are unaware of services that would help them, particularly those trying to break into the export market for the first time.

[timeywimey]

New Grand Emperor begins term of Office

NORDENBURG - Dramatic scenes in Talmoria's capital as the Social Democrat Candidate, Jaffar Karim, was announced as the victor of October's early election for a new Grand Emperor. However, in a shocking turn, the Conservatives won a majority in the Imperial Council with 390 seats compared to the 360 the Social Democrats won.

After the collapse of the Talmorian National Imperial Party, two new parties emerged - the Talmorian Social Democrats and the Conservative Party of Talmoria. In a closely fought election, many political commentators declare the election was 'too close to call'.

The morning after his victory, Grand Emperor Karim announced that he would be submitting a Cabinet proposal to the Imperial Council for approval. It was rumoured that the Conservatives were willing to negotiate the Cabinet, but a source close to Karim said that "we must respect the will of the people".

Karim also declared that the 'Lion of Talmoria roars again' in what is seen as a very bold step to negotiate with other nations immediately.

[NLP]

Mona Rivet leaves Talmoria.

Mona Rivet was in Talmoria yesterday. She went to the famed Al-Jamili Mosque and had a private moment of praying. She also met with Civil rights leaders and the IHRM leader of Talmoria ,Aravinda Shyamal. Rivet says Talmoria is where her mother's family originated from and that she has strong ties to the region. She didn't spend too long in the country and the IHRM hasn't disclosed where she is going.

[timeywimey]

Reassurances given as Talmoria becomes one party state

NORDENBURG - Today, the Conservative Party of Talmoria folded, leaving the newly rebranded Talmoria Freedom Party as the sole party in control of Talmoria. Prime Minister Singh promised that this would not reduce accountability of the government saying "Talmoria has a long history of the voting public holding its government to account; we trust the people will continue to uphold this proud tradition."

Many commentators feared that democracy in Talmoria would become a joke, especially as turnout in the special election was a mere 16.11%. What will happen to Talmoria now is anyone's guess.

[timeywimey]

Rumours of Cabinet Reshuffle in new year

As President Karim and Prime Minister Singh settle down for the mid term, rumours of a Cabinet reshuffle have started up again. Rising star from Nova Hŭlstrio, Arthur Lovejoy is seen as a possible replacement to Laxmi El-Mofty, Food & Agriculture Minister, while promotions may be in order for Science Minister, Meera Chaundri and Ranjit Danzi.

Prime Minister Singh will present his new Cabinet before the High Council, before receiving the president's approval. It is expected that this is the last reshuffle before the next set of elections in Talmoria.

Speculations also grew today as to who would receive the Talmorian Freedom Party's nomination for President after Jaffar Karim announced he would not restanding after 6 years as Talmoria's president. Although there has been speculation that the Prime Minister would run for the nomination, this paper was told by a close source to the Prime Minister that his wife, Seeta Singh and also Internal Affairs Minister, would be running for the nomination.