Sekuku BannerSeko Commits to Peace by Focusing on Domestic PolicySeko's beautiful environment deserves protectionWith tensions appearing to have cooled, the RAT government is committed to carrying out its domestic agenda. Having passed an ambitious green bill, the state is focusing on implementation, as well as passing other reforms.
The Cabinet has created a commission to designate specific areas national parks. Criteria to be used are previous history as a park, areas of national historical or cultural importance, and ecological need. It is expected that many national parks will be created and maintained based on benefit to the climate. The government will also now own all forests to ensure adequate supply of trees and lumber.
Coinciding with the creation of new national parks and marine preservation areas are the updated animal protection statutes. These new policies protect animal life - especially wild and exotic animals - from becoming pets or subject to inhumane trade. Zoological institutions will be able to care for these animals in the name of science, but they will be treated with the utmost care. However, the government has set a national standard for hunting and fishing - allowing the practices in order to ensure invasive species do not harm other animals and ecosystems.
Perhaps most revolutionary are the new laws on environmentally friendly fuels, waste removal, and water usage. The new reforms ban motor vehicles from using fossil fuels, which will lead to a sizeable reduction in oil and gas imports to Seko. While fossil fuel imports will naturally decline, they will be replaced by bio and green fuels. This change could dramatically impact Seko's economy and open the door to foreign business. Similarly, the state has taken on full responsibility for waste management and created varied water use standards to ensure the environment is not negatively impacted from a one-size-fits all approach.
These green and climate regulations are critical - not only to the well-being of Terra, but also to Seko's cultural traditions. Seko Kamism is intrinsically linked to the environment. It is the duty of Seko to respect what nature has provided and to preserve its myriad spirits.
Along with implementing new reforms, the RAT is intent on passing a Seko Model economic reform package. The new slate of laws would further balance the economy and provide a greater voice to workers. Ultimately, the goal is to maximize employment and ensure all can have a living wage.
Expanding and improving Seko's democracy is also a key goal of the RAT government. New laws up for vote in the legislature will allow political parties to accept donations as well as public funding - broadening political involvement -, hold elections more frequently to give the people greater say in government, and raise legislative salaries to ensure all can run for office, among other pro-democracy measures.
Kanagesuku Sokon is intent on carrying out his election promises by restoring Seko's traditions, its historical model of development, and improve its democracy.
Sekuku BannerKing and High Priestess, Heeding the Advice of the Democratically Elected Government of Seko, Voluntarily Submit to the Son of HeavenThe King and High Priestess prepare to enter the Heavenly Palace for the submission ceremonyWhile the Eight Economies Summit was cancelled, the visit of His Majesty the King of Seko and Her Holiness the High Priestess of Seko Kamism went ahead as planned. The joint Seko heads of state were graciously received in Tian'an and immediately traveled to the Heavenly Palace to meet with the Son of Heaven.
Upon arrival, King Teera Sukesada and High Priestess Ogusuku Manami performed a full kowtow to His Majesty the Son of Heaven. Upon completion the two leaders presented the Son of Heaven with natural pearls recovered by Seko diving villages, a jade koi fish statue, a case of the finest Sekowan rice wine, and a bushel of famous Sekowan potatoes. With the giving of the gifts, Seko completed its end of the ritual and considered itself to be a vassal of Yingdala and the Son of Heaven.
Many around Terra are claiming this is an act of imperialism. How wrong they are. Seko's actions were approved by the people. The democratically elected government was given a mandate to carry out a policy program. Submission to Yingdala was part of that program.
While the Tianxia Treaty did not pass in Yingdala, the two countries may still sign and vote on a bilateral declaration - which typically only requires a majority vote in favor for approval. It is expected the two countries will discuss this declaration (likely a carbon copy of the Tianxia Treaty but specific to Seko and Yingdala) during the King and High Priestess' visit.