Itrenia Empire
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Itrenia Empire | |
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| Motto: "We Win, or We Learn" (Chinese: "我们不是赢， 就是学") | |
| Anthem: Imperial Itrenia March | |
| File:Branksome Region, Itrenia Empire | |
| Capital | Uht Gnojnar |
| Largest city | Branksome, Branksome Region |
| Official languages | Itrenia-talk (Official), English, Chinese |
| Demonym(s) | Itrenian |
| Legislature | Executive Committee (EXCO) |
| Establishment | 0001 IIC (Imperial Itrenia Calendar), 2014 AD |
| Population | |
• (as of 2019 census) census | 13 |
| Currency | Itrenian Point |
| Time zone | (UTC) |
The Itrenia Empire, more commonly known as Itrenia, is a micronation in Eastern Region of Earth. Founded in 2014 as the Territory of Itrenia, it is one of the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region. After going through the early years of turbulence, it has rapidly developed and evolved to become the Itrenia Empire known today. As the last surviving of the 11 Territories, Itrenia Empire has proven its resilience and strength time and time again.
The Itrenia Empire's political system is based on a deliberative executive committee system, with the legislative body being known as the EXCO. The EXCO is headed by a chairman as the head of government, with the other governmental offices handling the other areas. Being a technologically advanced nation, much of the EXCO's deliberations and meetings are held online, although the most important meetings are still held physically in various key cities like Branksome.
The Itrenia Empire is part of the broader micronation community. The foreign policy posture adopted by the government is that of neutrality and isolationism. As such, the Itrenia Empire does not interact with other members of the micronation community, effectively avoiding any conflicts. It is only in recent times that the Itrenia Empire government decided to be even listed in the Micronationwiki index, announcing their existence albeit on a limited scale.
Etymology
The name "Itrenia" originates from a combination of Latin and star constellation names, while the "Empire" reflects the nation's desire to grow and develop. The origins of the name "Itrenia" has been lost over time, with the currently accepted origin being passed down.
The Itrenia Empire first started off simply as "Itrenia" in 0001 IIC (Imperial Itrenian Calendar), which corresponds to 2014 AD. As part of the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region, the name "Itrenia" originated from a combination of Latin and star constellations like the other ten territories. All the names of the territories are arranged alphabetically from A to K. In mid 0001 IIC, the name was changed from "Itrenia" to "Itrenia Empire" the reflect the growth during that time.
In early 0002 IIC, to reflect changes in Itrenia, the name was changed to "Itrenia Federation". However, after the period of turmoil and instability from late 0002 IIC to early 0003 IIC, the name was changed to "Itrenia Syndicate". Eventually, in 0004 IIC after a period of renaissance, the name was changed to the current name "Itrenia Empire", which is the same as the name coined in mid 0001 IIC in order to honour the heritage and period of growth.
History
The Itrenia Empire traces its roots back to being one of the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region, which was first founded in 0001 IIC. In its early days, the Itrenia Empire, then known simply as Itrenia, was similar in power and influence to its other sister territories. However, starting in mid 0001 IIC, Itrenia underwent a period of rapid growth and development and soon began to surpass the other territories in terms of culture, power and influence. This resulted in the change in name to "Itrenia Empire" in order to honour the growth of Itrenia.
In 0002 IIC, the Itrenia Empire underwent significant internal reorganisation and restructuring, and the name was changed to "Itrenia Federation" to reflect that. However, starting at this period, the growth and development began to slow down, although by this time the Itrenia Federation already had a clear lead over the other territories. Despite the slowing growth and development, the Itrenia Federation continued to be the regional superpower in the MBTN Region.
0003 IIC would be a pivotal year for the Itrenia Federation. In early 0003 IIC, internal tensions within the Itrenia Federation were beginning to show. These tensions would reach a tipping point, leading to the Itrenian Civil War, and mid 0003 IIC marked the demise of the Itrenia Federation. After the end of the civil war and the fall of the Itrenia Federation, the power and influence of Itrenia rapidly diminished. In an attempt to counter that, the government attempted to restore Itrenia, this time under the banner of "Itrenia Syndicate", although the power of Itrenia continued to wane and decrease, reaching an all-time low in late 0003 IIC. By then, it was clear that the days of Itrenia were numbered and eventual collapse imminent.
However, in early 0004 IIC, the downward trend suddenly reversed as Itrenia underwent a renaissance and experienced rapid growth and development. By mid 0004 IIC, the Itrenia Syndicate, now renamed "Itrenia Empire" to reflect the growth and to honour the old Itrenia Empire, had reached a level comparable to that late 0001 IIC. The Itrenia Empire, technically the second Itrenia Empire, continued its rapid growth and development through 0005 IIC, and eventually led to the nation that stands today.
Politics and Government
Political System and Governmental Structure
The Itrenia Empire's political system is that of a deliberative executive committee system, with the highest ruling body being the Executive Committee (EXCO). The EXCO is headed by the Chairman, who is the head of government as well as head of state and is also the parent organisation for the various ministries within the Itrenia Empire.
The structure of the EXCO is as follows:
- Chairman of the Itrenia Empire EXCO is Chairman Andrew Pohsk
- Ministry of Finance is headed by Minister Abbadon Sineafar
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs is headed by Minister Moses Wilebo
- Ministry of Internal Affairs is headed by Minister Amos Leaphskin
- Ministry of Defence is headed by Minister Joseph Flyy
- Ministry of Infrastructure and Development is headed by Minister Nathan Miim
- Ministry of Health is headed by Minister Matthias Jheng
- Ministry of Trade and Transport is headed by Minister Simon Symp
- Ministry of Law is headed by Minister Jacob Ais
- Ministry of Culture, Society and Sports is headed by Minister Noah Rhino
- Ministry of Education is headed by Minister Reuben Munn
All of the national decisions are deliberated and decided upon by the EXCO during the Itrenian Meeting sessions. As a technologically advanced nation, many of the sessions are held online over the Internet, which solves the logistical challenge posed by the vast land area. However, sessions addressing important decisions are held physically, often in major cities within the Itrenia Empire like Branksome, Amber and Cove Anne.
Foreign relations
Foreign relations of the Itrenia Empire is directed by the EXCO with the advice of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The official foreign policy posture adopted by the government of the Itrenian Empire is that of isolationist neutrality. Being a member of the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region, the Itrenian Empire had close ties with the other ten territories in the past. However, with the fall of the other ten territories over time that left the Itrenina Empire as the last surviving member of the original 11 Territories, these ties no longer exist. Currently, the Itrenia Empire does not have any diplomatic ties and relations to any other nation, which has allowed it to effectively avoid any conflicts with other nations.
In 0008 IIC, the Itrenia Empire government has decided, for the first time in its history, to list the Itrenia Empire on a nation index, the Micronations Wiki.
Economy
The economic policy adopted by the government of the Itrenian Empire is that of modified neo-liberalism. The government of the Itrenian Empire serves not only as a regulator of the economy but also as an investor. The Itrenia Empire enjoys a strong and highly developed economy, with the economy being focused on the quaternary sector, especially in the fields of computer science, pharmacy and research and development. During its early days, the Itrenian Empire (then Itrenia) had one of the strongest economies within the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region.
The ministry responsible for advising the EXCO on matters regarding the economy is the Ministry of Finance, which works closely with the Ministry of Trade and Transport regarding industry matters.
Military
The Itrenia Empire maintains a relatively small but highly-trained and well-equipped military force, the Itrenian Military Force (MILFOR). The Itrenian MILFOR is under the Ministry of Defence, with the head of state, Chairman Andrew Pohsk, being the commander-in-chief. The Itrenian MILFOR is comprised of one infantry battalion, one paratrooper company, support companies and an aerial support squadron, all organised into one combined brigade.
The structure of the Itrenian MILFOR is as follows:
HQ General Branch, Itrenian MILFOR Combined Brigade
1st Itrenian Infantry Battalion
- a motorized infantry battalion equipped with armoured personnel carriers and organised into four companies
1st Itrenian Support Battalion, consisting of:
Combat Engineer Company
- responsible for providing combat engineer capabilities, such as demolition, construction, route clearing and assault breaching
Electronics and Communications Company
- responsible for providing and maintaining communications in the field, as well as handling electronics within the Itrenian MILFOR
Artillery Company
- responsible for providing supporting artillery firepower to the 1st Itrenian Infantry Battalion
Military Security Company
- responsible for maintaining discipline within the Itrenian MILFOR, as well as providing security for key installations
Anti-aircraft Defence Company
- responsible for providing anti-aircraft defence capabilities
1st Itrenian Special Missions Battalion, consisting of:
Itrenian Paratroopers
- an elite, highly-trained airborne force for special operations, such as infiltration, reconnaissance and strike mission behind enemy lines
Aerial Tactical Transport Squadron
- responsible for providing tactical air transport support for the Itrenian Paratroopers during airborne missions
In line with the isolationist neutrality foreign policy adopted by the EXCO, the Itrenian MILFOR acts as a deterrent and defence force to protect the independence of the Itrenia Empire.
Culture and Society
The Itrenia Empire has a long and rich culture and is considered the most culturally developed territory in the days of the 11 Territories of the MBTN Region. Although much of this culture was lost during the decline of the then Itrenia Syndicate in late 0003 IIC, much of these were regained during the renaissance in early to mid 0004 IIC, and has continued developing since then. Having a strong and rich culture has allowed the Itrenia Empire to enjoy high levels of internal cohesion, which reflects in the stability of the nation.
The official language of the Itrenia Empire is the Itrenia-talk, which is a derivative of English characterised by an emphasis on synonyms, acronyms and adjectives. Other than Itrenia-talk, English and Chinese are also widely recognised and used.
The national sport of the Itrenia Empire is wrestling, although one key difference from other nations is that the variant of wrestling is not competitive wrestling, but performance wrestling. Other sports commonly enjoyed are frisbee, badminton and running.