Republic of Belarus
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Republic of Belarus Рэспубліка Беларусь (Belarusian) | |
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 Flag
 Coat of arms
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| Motto: "Жыве Беларусь!" (Belarusian) "Long Live Belarus!" | |
| Anthem: "Ваяцкі марш" (Belarusian) "March of Warriors" | |
| Status | Active |
| Capital and largest city | Minsk |
| Official languages | Belarusian, Russian and Ukrainian |
| Recognized languages | Spanish, English and Portuguese |
| Demonym(s) | Québecois |
| Government | Republican state |
• President | Iker |
• Vice President | Jake |
• Prime Minister | Max |
• Chief of Justice | Aaron |
| Legislature | Verkhovna Rada of Belarus |
| Establishment | 30 January 2023 |
• Independence from Belarus | 29 January 2023 |
• Kiev Conference | 30 January 2023 |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.3 km2 (0.50 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• 2023 estimate | 65 |
| Currency | Belarusian ruble (BR) |
| Antipodes | Kingdom of Irennelàndia |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +375 |
| Internet TLD | .by (de jure) |
Belarus, officially the Republic of Belarus, is a sovereign state operating within a self-proclamed extraterritorial territory located in Europe. It is classified as a micronation by most external observers. The nation declared its independence on 30 January 2023. The official language of Belarus is belarusian, russian and ukrainian. Belarus is a constitutional republic.
Since the establishment of the Republic of Belarus in 2023, Belarus has been a constitutional republic. Belarus declared independence from Belarus by a movement lead by the President Iker and a few others.
History
Independence
On 6 January 2023, it was established that the form of government would be a republic with Iker has the interim President. After a week of writing, the Declaration of independence was officially signed by the President of Belarus, as her first act in office.
Politics
Government
President Iker, January 2023
According to the Constitution, Québec is governed under a monarchist federation, with the President of Belarus as head of state. The executive power is exercised by the President as the head of government, who presides over the Government Council. The prerogative to propose and promulgate laws belongs to the King, while the Parliament gets to modify and adopt them. This shared legislative power is also applied for every revision of the Constitution.
The federal government comprises three branches:
- Legislative: The unicameral Verkhovna Rada of Belarus, made up of governors and representatives of the administrative divisions, makes federal law, approves treaties and can impeach government members with approval of the President.
- Executive: The President is the commander-in-chief of the military, can veto legislative bills before they become law (subject to congressional override) and other powers more marked by the Belarusian Constitution. The Vice President of Belarus, currently Jake 100animations, is the second most powerful position in the Government of Belarus.
- Judicial: The Supreme Court, whose judges are appointed by the King or the President, interpret laws and overturn those they find unconstitutional and anti-Belarusian.
The Verkhovna Rada of Belarus has twenty-two voting members, each representing a province. Verkhovna Rada seats belong to the governors or administrators of each province which are de jure elected by the provincial citizens. Each state recives around one seat unless the population of the province is over 2. The Verkhovna Rada of Belarus also has seats for its territories which act as non-voting members during meetings.
Foreign relations
Belarus adheres to the declarative theory of statehood, every states that have a defined territory, a permanent population, a government and the capacity to enter in relation with other micronational states is de facto recognized by Belarus. However, de jure recognition is not given out to States which have views aligned with the far-right. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains a list of states which received official mutual recognition from Belarus.
Political parties
There are three political parties in the nation with seats in the Verkhovna Rada of Belarus. The Coalition for Belarus (CFB), a predominantly right-wing nationalist party, with the majority of seats in the Verkhovna Rada of Belarus. The Conservative Party (CPB), a centre-wing party with minority interests and regionalism policies and the official opposition party. The Alliance Party of Belarus (APB), a left-wing party focused on the ideological values of Federalism with two seats in the Parliament.
Claims
The Republic of Belarus claims the entire surface of Belarus and Ruthenia and the home and surroundings of the nation's citizens, claiming a area of 207.600 km².
Geography
Belarus is located in Europe.
Administrative divisions
The Republic of Belarus is made up of states, vice-states and autonomous territories.
Sports
Sports at Belarus began with the foundation of the AF Belarus (Soccer Association of Belarus) on the 18th created by Iker, there will be an election for president of the FFB on the 21st, on the 19th the CO Belarus (Olympic Committee of Belarus) created by Iker, who will be president of the COB and the FBF for 15 days.
Military
Belarus has 32 citizens who participate in military operations. Everybody is affiliated with the Belarusian Army and they are divided into different missions designated by the government of Belarus.
Economy
Taxes
Belarus has a 15% value-added tax (VAT) on most goods and services. Prices are normally presented with the included VAT. There is no income tax on citizens.
Currency
The official currency of Belarus is the Belarusian Ruble.
Because of the close proximity of Belarus with the European Union, the Euro are both accepted for affairs in Belarus.
Stamps
Belarus Post is responsible for the emission of postage stamps in the Republic of Belarus and plays an important part in the economy and diplomatic affairs of the nation. The sale of stamps represent one of the main source of income for Belarus.
Tourism
Tourism in Belarus is organized by Belarus Tourism and by the Department of Tourism and Travel. To enter Belarus you need a visa or a passport but only users from micro-states or macro-states recognized by Belarus are accepted.
Population
Demographics
Quebecers by status:
- Belarus nationals (65.00%)
- Belarus residents (35.00%)
Belarus´s population was 65 in 2023.
Citizens of Belarus are called belarusians.
Citizenship
Belarus classifies its citizens into two categories: nationals and residents. Belarus nationality is mutually exclusive with that of other nations and the acquisition of the nationality from another nation will result in the loss of Belarusian citizenship. An exception is made for individuals which may not renunciate their nationality. Residency is open to everyone but there are some limitations to the accession of political functions within Belarus. The acquisition and reacquisition of nationality is the prerogative of the King.
Language
The Constitution determines that ukrainian, belarusian and russian is the official language of the state, while Spanish and Portuguese are recognized as national languages.
Culture
National symbols
The national flag, the princely flag and the coat of arms are the only national symbols specifically mentioned in the Constitution. Other symbols such as the national anthem are determined by law.
National holidays
Public holidays are celebrated in Québec normally by taking a day off. If it falls on a weekend or if there is no work scheduled during the coming holiday, the day off is taken on the closest business day.
| Date | English name | Remarks |
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| 1 January | New Year's Day | New Year's Day is celebrated by most of the world's countries. |
| 2 January | New Year's party | New Years Party, the most popular celebration in Belarus. |
| 6 January | Independence Day | Celebration of the Declaration of independence of Belarus. |
| 2 April | Holy Friday | Celebration of the Holy Friday. |
| 4 April | Easter Sunday | Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus. |
| 1 May | President Iker Day | Celebration of the birthday of the President Iker Day. |
| 5 May | Friendship's Day | Celebration of the concept of friendship, between people and between nations. |
| 10 July | Workers day | Workers Day is a day to celebrate the work of citizens. |
| 12 September | MinskFest | Celebration of the National Festival of Minsk. |
| 11 November | Federation Day | Celebrates the core values and principles of the Federation. |
| 25 December | Winter's Day | Known in most countries as Christmas. |
Coat of arms
The coat of arms of Belarus is the symbolic representation of the Republic.