Kingdom of Vatolean
Kingdom of Vatolean | |
|---|---|
| Motto: Long live the Vats | |
| Anthem: National: [1] King's: [2] | |
| Capital | Copenhagen |
| Official languages | English, Danish, and Cat |
| Demonym(s) | Vatish |
| Government | Constitutional Monarchy |
• Monarchy of Vatolean | EL I |
• Prime Minister | EL I |
• Deputy Prime Minister | Ewing I |
| Legislature | Folketing and Senate |
| Establishment | 13 July 2012 |
| Population | |
• (4 Non resident citizens) census | 11 |
| Currency | Danish Krone [3] |
The Kingdom of Vatolean, more commonly known as simply Vatolean, is a micronation primarily located in Denmark, with some small parts located in other places. The nation is made up of 7 non-contiguous territories and a population of 29 citizens.
The Kingdom's form of government is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. The current king is Ewing I, who has ruled since Vatolean was founded on 13 July 2012. Vatolean's official capital is Copenhagen.
Etymology and terminology
"Vatolean" comes from the Spanish province of Valencia.
History
The Kingdom of Vatolean was founded by Ewing Leon on 13 July 2012
In 2013 BNN was founded as the public broadcasting corporation.
Geography
The total surface area of the Vatolean is 3,003,031.58 km2.
Administrative divisions
Countries
| Name | Founded | Founder | Chief Minister | Duke / Duchess | Counties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark and
Schleswig Holstein |
2012 | EL I | EL I | EL I |
|
| Iceland | 2016 | EL I | Cat | Cat | N/A |
| New Zealand | 2015 | EL I | SL | N/A | North Island
South Island |
| Vinland | 2017 | JB | JB | N/A | N/A |
Duchies/
| Name | Founded | Founder | Chief Minister |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenland | 2012 | EL I | JB |
| Faroe Islands | 2012 | EL I | JB |
Territories/Permanent Military Bases
| Name | Founded | Governor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Islands | 2018 | NL | Territory |
| Fort Maine | 2018 | None | Military Base |
| Fishing Pond | 2013 | None | Military Base |
Politics
The Kingdom of Vatolean has a constitutional monarchy where the Monarch is the Head of State. The current Monarch is Ewing I. The constitution of the Kingdom is called the Main Law and it sets out the Monarch's powers as and the government system. The Main Law can only be amended if it is approved by both a public referendum and the Parliament.
Legislative power is invested in the Parliament, which consists of the King-in-Parliament, the upper house, known as the Senate, and the lower house, the Folketing. By default, legislation - taking the form Acts of Parliament - only holds effect over the four countries, but can also be enacted over the Kingdom's colonies if this is explicitly stated.
Government
The Monarch of Vatolean is known as the King if male, and Queen if female. The position is hereditary.
The Parliament is bicameral. The upper house is the Senate. The lower house is the Folketing, consisting of a six MPs who are elected under party list proportional representation. Parliament can legislate through Acts of Parliament, which must be passed by both houses and then given consent by the Monarch.
Vatolean has a parliamentary system, the Government, the executive branch, is made up of and is accountable to Parliament. The head of government is the Prime Minister, who must have the confidence of the Folketing, and is usually the leader of the largest party or coalition within the House.
Law
Vatolean has a court made up of 2 members.
List of members
King Ewing I
Sweetie
Political parties
| Party Name | Members | Leader | Foundation | In Government | Senate | Folketing | Chief Minister/Governor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Democrats | 2 | EL I | 2012 | Yes | 2 / 2
|
2 / 6
|
2 / 7
|
| Royalist Party | 2 | JB | 2016 | No | 0 / 2
|
2 / 6
|
4 / 7
|
| Green Party | 2 | Cat | 2015 | Outside of Government
but in support |
0 / 2
|
2 / 6
|
1 / 7
|
| Independent | 5 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 / 2
|
0 / 6
|
0 / 7
|
Demographics
The census which is taken every six months records the population of Vatolean
In April 2020 the population of Vatolean was 17.
Ethnic groups
The predominant ethnic group in Vatolean is White Americans, (63.6%), Latin Americans (18.2%), and Cat (9.1%).
Languages
Vatolean manly speaks English and Danish. Some citizens speak cat.
Culture
National Holidays / Events
- 1 January - New Year's Day
- 15-21 (Monday) January - History Day
- Third Monday in February - Prime Minister’s Day
- 5 June - Democracy Day
- 1 August - Maine Day
- 31 October - Halloween
- 25-27 December - Christmas Day
- 31 December - New Year's Eve
Media
Vatolean has a national newspaper called the Vatolean Times. It also has a national news channel (BNN). It also has a main news podcast, obstacle racing media.
Sports
Vatolean has two main sports. Obstacle racing and Basket Ball