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{{Infobox country | {{Infobox country | ||
|micronation = <!--yes if a micronation--> | |micronation = <!--yes if a micronation--> | ||
|conventional_long_name = | |conventional_long_name = Glanish Commonwealth | ||
|native_name = | |native_name = Glansk Fristatens | ||
|common_name = Glanodel | |common_name = Glanodel | ||
|status = <!--Status of country, especially useful for micronations--> | |status = <!--Status of country, especially useful for micronations--> | ||
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|symbol_type = Great Seal | |symbol_type = Great Seal | ||
|symbol_footnote = <!--optional reference or footnote for the symbol caption--> | |symbol_footnote = <!--optional reference or footnote for the symbol caption--> | ||
|national_motto = ''" | |national_motto = ''"Juntas prevaleceremos."'' | ||
|englishmotto = ''" | |englishmotto = ''"Together we shall prevail."'' | ||
|national_anthem = <!--in inverted commas and wikilinked if link exists--> | |national_anthem = <!--in inverted commas and wikilinked if link exists--> | ||
|royal_anthem = <!--in inverted commas and wikilinked if link exists--> | |royal_anthem = <!--in inverted commas and wikilinked if link exists--> | ||
|other_symbol_type = <!--Use if a further symbol exists, e.g. hymn--> | |other_symbol_type = <!--Use if a further symbol exists, e.g. hymn--> | ||
|other_symbol = | |other_symbol = | ||
|image_map = Glanodel- | |image_map = Glanodel - Eurth.png | ||
|loctext = | |loctext = | ||
|alt_map = <!--alt text for map--> | |alt_map = <!--alt text for map--> | ||
|map_caption = | |map_caption = Location of Glanodel (blue),<br>region (blue box) | ||
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|capital = | |capital = [[Major cities in Glanodel|Vænholm]] | ||
|capital2 = <!--Name of country/territory's capital, wikilinked if link exists--> | |capital2 = <!--Name of country/territory's capital, wikilinked if link exists--> | ||
|latd= | latm= | latNS= |longd= |longm= |longEW= <!--capital's latitude and longitude in degrees/minutes/direction--> | |latd= | latm= | latNS= |longd= |longm= |longEW= <!--capital's latitude and longitude in degrees/minutes/direction--> | ||
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|largest_settlement = <!--Name of largest settlement--> | |largest_settlement = <!--Name of largest settlement--> | ||
|official_languages = None federally recognized | |official_languages = None federally recognized | ||
|national_languages = {{wp| | |national_languages = {{wp|Danish language|Lhedwinic}} ({{wp|Jutlandic dialect|Glanish dialect}}), Midrasian, {{wp|English|Newreyan}}, Aquidish, [[Vrnallian Language|Vrnallian]] | ||
|regional_languages = <!--regional language--> | |regional_languages = <!--regional language--> | ||
|languages_type = <!--Use to specify a further type of language, if not official, national or regional--> | |languages_type = <!--Use to specify a further type of language, if not official, national or regional--> | ||
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==Etymology and name== | ==Etymology and name== | ||
<!--The exact origin of the name ''Glanodel'' is still debated. Historians agree that the name bares little semblance to the islands' original name, ''Tualimu'', which is the name used most frequently by the islands' residents. The leading theory is | |||
By the start of the 14th century, the Lhaeraidh trading network had spread throughout much of the known world and the term became commonly used even outside of Lhaeraidh territories. As a result, historians believe that "Glanaidh" later became commonly used among Glanish traders as well to facilitate trade agreements. Most historians agree the terms ''Glansk'' (tr. "Glanish"; "that of Glanish origin") and ''Glanska'' (tr. "Glens"; "Glanish people") became widespread by the early 14th century. | |||
By the start of the 14th century, the Lhaeraidh trading network had spread throughout much of the known world and the term became commonly used even outside of Lhaeraidh territories. As a result, historians believe that "Glanaidh" later became commonly used among Glanish traders as well to facilitate trade agreements. Most historians agree the terms ''Glansk'' (tr. "Glanish"; "that of Glanish origin") and ''Glanska'' (tr. "Glens"; "Glanish people") became widespread by the early 14th century. Celtic | |||
*glando- (?) river-bank | *glando- (?) river-bank | ||
*glanjā- stillness | *glanjā- stillness | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
:''Main articles: [[History of Glanodel]]'' | <!--:''Main articles: [[History of Glanodel]]'' | ||
[[File:Wikingerschiff Oslo.jpg|thumb|350px|The Vænström ship is a well-preserved {{wp|longship}} uncovered by the excavation of the burial mound of Bjarni Vænström, father of the first King of Glanodel, Ögri.]] | |||
The origins of the modern Glanish culture can be traced back to the Dalish culture (Proto-Lhedwinic: Dalings; tr. "people of the Dales" or "people of the valley") of the Iron Age which came to dominate most of modern day Glanodel from 6th century BCE until the 12th century CE. Heavily influenced by the threat of the Fiorentine Empire and its harsh environment, the culture is notable for its abundant {{wp|petroglyph|rock carvings}}, {{wp|runestone|runestones}}, and {{wp|longship|longships}}. Dalish territorial expansion followed almost immediately after the collapse of the Empire and was facilitated by vessels which had originally served to defend Dalish lands from invasion. Glanodel had established influence throughout much of the Lhedwinic waterways during the 5th and 6th century and trade routes out of Glanodel soon stretched throughout much of the archipelago, and beyond. | The origins of the modern Glanish culture can be traced back to the Dalish culture (Proto-Lhedwinic: Dalings; tr. "people of the Dales" or "people of the valley") of the Iron Age which came to dominate most of modern day Glanodel from 6th century BCE until the 12th century CE. Heavily influenced by the threat of the Fiorentine Empire and its harsh environment, the culture is notable for its abundant {{wp|petroglyph|rock carvings}}, {{wp|runestone|runestones}}, and {{wp|longship|longships}}. Dalish territorial expansion followed almost immediately after the collapse of the Empire and was facilitated by vessels which had originally served to defend Dalish lands from invasion. Glanodel had established influence throughout much of the Lhedwinic waterways during the 5th and 6th century and trade routes out of Glanodel soon stretched throughout much of the archipelago, and beyond. | ||
Consolidation of Glanish lands beneath a single ruler began in the 9th century and involved extended conflicts between numerous {{wp|Germanic kingship|chiefdoms}} ruled by {{wp|Jarl|jarls}}. King Ögri Vænström is generally considered the first | Consolidation of Glanish lands beneath a single ruler began in the 9th century and involved extended conflicts between numerous {{wp|Germanic kingship|chiefdoms}} ruled by {{wp|Jarl|jarls}}. King Ögri Vænström is generally considered the first Kingdom of Glanodel and was officially crowned in 1158. Throughout much of the 13th century, most contemporaries refered to Glanodel as an ''"anarchic society"'', as the nation remained relatively decentralized. In 1247, King Gærhialm established the Royal Truathist Church of Glanodel. | ||
From the 14th to the 17th century, a period known as the [[Northern Renaissance]] shaped much of modern Glanish political, economic, and social ideology. It also led to the emergence of the nascent, liberal-leaning movement which dominated national policy until the accession of King Brendt III who, after enacting numerous conservative political and social reforms in opposition to public opinion, was forced to join the [[United Kingdom of Lhedwin]] in order to preserve his monarchy and prevent a full-fledged revolt. | From the 14th to the 17th century, a period known as the [[Northern Renaissance]] shaped much of modern Glanish political, economic, and social ideology. It also led to the emergence of the nascent, liberal-leaning movement which dominated national policy until the accession of King Brendt III who, after enacting numerous conservative political and social reforms in opposition to public opinion, was forced to join the [[United Kingdom of Lhedwin]] in order to preserve his monarchy and prevent a full-fledged revolt. | ||
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The 1960s saw one of the largest expansions of the entertainment industry in Glanodel. The late 60s and early 70s also saw the rise of Glanodel's extensive tourism industry which by the turn of the 21st century grossed over 4% of the nation's economy. While the late 60s also saw the emergence of the state oil company, Regoil, oil production did not provide net income until the early 1980s because of the large capital investment that was required to establish the country's petroleum industry. Around 1975, both the proportion and absolute number of workers in industry peaked. Since then labor-intensive industries and services like factory mass production and shipping have largely been automated, or in a few cases outsourced. | The 1960s saw one of the largest expansions of the entertainment industry in Glanodel. The late 60s and early 70s also saw the rise of Glanodel's extensive tourism industry which by the turn of the 21st century grossed over 4% of the nation's economy. While the late 60s also saw the emergence of the state oil company, Regoil, oil production did not provide net income until the early 1980s because of the large capital investment that was required to establish the country's petroleum industry. Around 1975, both the proportion and absolute number of workers in industry peaked. Since then labor-intensive industries and services like factory mass production and shipping have largely been automated, or in a few cases outsourced. | ||
The 1990s saw the longest economic expansion in modern Glanish history, especially when the communications infrastructure was equipped to provide internet. Beginning in 1994, Glanodel entered into numerous trade pacts with over 20 other nations throughout the world, the goal being to eliminate trade and investment {{wp|tariff|barriers}} among the countries with whom Glanodel traded the most; trade among the partners has soared since these agreements went into force. Numerous international finance and economist magazines rank Glanodel as one of the largest economies in the world. At the turn of the 21st century, Inspirekom became the largest, multinational, entertainment company in the world and has since established more filming studios in more countries than any other. | The 1990s saw the longest economic expansion in modern Glanish history, especially when the communications infrastructure was equipped to provide internet. Beginning in 1994, Glanodel entered into numerous trade pacts with over 20 other nations throughout the world, the goal being to eliminate trade and investment {{wp|tariff|barriers}} among the countries with whom Glanodel traded the most; trade among the partners has soared since these agreements went into force. Numerous international finance and economist magazines rank Glanodel as one of the largest economies in the world. At the turn of the 21st century, Inspirekom became the largest, multinational, entertainment company in the world and has since established more filming studios in more countries than any other.--> | ||
===Recent history=== | ===Recent history=== | ||
<!--Since the 1990s, Glanodel has experience rapid economic and population growth, both of which are closely tied to relaxed restrictions in areas of immigration and foreign investment. Glanodel has also made considerable expansions in areas of national defense, namely it military and as a result has come under some scrutiny by world leaders like the Former Prime Minister of Newrey. | |||
Since the 1990s, Glanodel has experience rapid economic and population growth, both of which are closely tied to relaxed restrictions in areas of immigration and foreign investment. Glanodel has also made considerable expansions in areas of national defense, namely it military and as a result has come under some scrutiny by world leaders like the Former Prime Minister of Newrey. | |||
From 2000 to 2010, internet access was expanded to the majority of the nation's territories, the energy market of the country was converted to nearly 18% renewable energy sources, unemployment fell 3.31% to just over 4% nationwide, and the national economy grew by roughly 43% to its current value of ₲0.783 trillion. | From 2000 to 2010, internet access was expanded to the majority of the nation's territories, the energy market of the country was converted to nearly 18% renewable energy sources, unemployment fell 3.31% to just over 4% nationwide, and the national economy grew by roughly 43% to its current value of ₲0.783 trillion. | ||
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==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
:''Main Article: [[Geography of Glanodel]]'' | <!--:''Main Article: [[Geography of Glanodel]]'' | ||
[[File:Glanodel-Div Geo Map.png|thumb|350px|A map depicting an outline of Glanish geography, highways, and city locations.]] | [[File:Glanodel-Div Geo Map.png|thumb|350px|A map depicting an outline of Glanish geography, highways, and city locations.]] | ||
The geography of Glanodel is extremely varied, with the most notable differences being between the arable, lowlands of the south and east coasts and the cold, mountainous landscape of the northern and western regions. Among Glanodel's most recognizable features are the Íssvegr and Jokulheim {{wp|fjords}}, the Norfeld Mountains, the flat, low areas of Sørland, Østbjorth, and Siwald, and its Arctic {{wp|archipelagos}} to the northwest. Sørland, the canton holding its capital city, has many lakes and {{wp|bogs}} while the cantons of Østbjorth and Siwald hold numerous {{wp|moraines}}. Much of the western and northern side of the country is dominated by mountainous or high terrain, with a great variety of natural features caused by prehistoric glaciers and varied topography, while the east side is mostly grasslands and fens. | The geography of Glanodel is extremely varied, with the most notable differences being between the arable, lowlands of the south and east coasts and the cold, mountainous landscape of the northern and western regions. Among Glanodel's most recognizable features are the Íssvegr and Jokulheim {{wp|fjords}}, the Norfeld Mountains, the flat, low areas of Sørland, Østbjorth, and Siwald, and its Arctic {{wp|archipelagos}} to the northwest. Sørland, the canton holding its capital city, has many lakes and {{wp|bogs}} while the cantons of Østbjorth and Siwald hold numerous {{wp|moraines}}. Much of the western and northern side of the country is dominated by mountainous or high terrain, with a great variety of natural features caused by prehistoric glaciers and varied topography, while the east side is mostly grasslands and fens. | ||
Glanodel comprises all land along the Lhedwinic Isles east and northeast of the mountain range Sørfeld, which defines its only land border with another nation ([[Navack]]). The rugged coastline, broken by huge fjords and thousands of islands, stretches nearly 14,582 kilometres including the {{wp|fjords}} and islands. The longest is [[Ileinskafjord]] at 204 kilometres (127 mi) in the city of Vallsberget in Ileinskali. [[Særlandfjord]] in the city of Notmarkskov in northern Særland is the world's second deepest fjord. [[Bors Lake]] between the cantons of Sumisetr and Helloreg is the deepest lake in Glanodel. Frozen ground can be found all year long in the higher mountain areas along Norfeld and Sørfeld, both of which stretch across the country, from coast to coast. The land is mostly made of hard granite and gneiss rock, but slate, sandstone, and limestone are also common, and the lowest elevations contain marine deposits. | Glanodel comprises all land along the Lhedwinic Isles east and northeast of the mountain range Sørfeld, which defines its only land border with another nation ([[Navack]]). The rugged coastline, broken by huge fjords and thousands of islands, stretches nearly 14,582 kilometres including the {{wp|fjords}} and islands. The longest is [[Ileinskafjord]] at 204 kilometres (127 mi) in the city of Vallsberget in Ileinskali. [[Særlandfjord]] in the city of Notmarkskov in northern Særland is the world's second deepest fjord. [[Bors Lake]] between the cantons of Sumisetr and Helloreg is the deepest lake in Glanodel. Frozen ground can be found all year long in the higher mountain areas along Norfeld and Sørfeld, both of which stretch across the country, from coast to coast. The land is mostly made of hard granite and gneiss rock, but slate, sandstone, and limestone are also common, and the lowest elevations contain marine deposits.--> | ||
===Climate=== | ===Climate=== | ||
[[File:Reine at Reinefjorden, 2010 September.jpg|thumb|350px|Iglsø (or Igle Lake) is the largest lake in Glanodel and is located in South Sumisetr/Northeast Helloreg.]] | <!--[[File:Reine at Reinefjorden, 2010 September.jpg|thumb|350px|Iglsø (or Igle Lake) is the largest lake in Glanodel and is located in South Sumisetr/Northeast Helloreg.]] | ||
The whole of Glanodel lies in the boreal zone, characterized by warm summers and freezing winters. With coastal territories subject to both oceanic and gulf water currents and inland areas blocked from such effects by mountains, the temperateness varies considerably between the western and eastern coastal regions and the inlands, showing characteristics of both a maritime and a continental climate. Glanodel receives consistent warm currents along its coasts which combine with the moderating effects of the sea to the north resulting in the unusually warm climate compared with other regions that share the same latitude. The interior provinces receive mostly warm weather as well, which has a climate well suited for agriculture. The rest of Glanodel's climate is suitable for cereal farming only in the easternmost regions, while the western regions are suitable for animal husbandry. | The whole of Glanodel lies in the boreal zone, characterized by warm summers and freezing winters. With coastal territories subject to both oceanic and gulf water currents and inland areas blocked from such effects by mountains, the temperateness varies considerably between the western and eastern coastal regions and the inlands, showing characteristics of both a maritime and a continental climate. Glanodel receives consistent warm currents along its coasts which combine with the moderating effects of the sea to the north resulting in the unusually warm climate compared with other regions that share the same latitude. The interior provinces receive mostly warm weather as well, which has a climate well suited for agriculture. The rest of Glanodel's climate is suitable for cereal farming only in the easternmost regions, while the western regions are suitable for animal husbandry. | ||
Winters in eastern Glanodel (when mean daily temperature remains below 0 °C or 32 °F) are usually about 100 days long, and in the inland the snow typically covers the land from about late November to April, and on the coastal areas, snow often covers the land from late December to late March. Even in the east, the harshest winter nights can see the temperatures fall to −30 °C (−22 °F) although on coastal areas, temperatures below −30 °C (−22 °F) are very rare. Climatic summers (when mean daily temperature remains above 10 °C or 50 °F) in eastern Glanodel last from about late May to mid-September, and in the inland, the warmest days of July can reach over 35 °C (95 °F). Although most of Glanodel lies on the taiga belt, the easternmost coastal regions are sometimes classified as hemiboreal. In contrast, the provinces of Norfell, Siwald, and Saerland have long and cold winters, and relatively warm but short summers. The most severe winter days can see the temperature fall down to −45 °C (−49 °F). The winter of the north lasts for about 200 days with permanent snow cover from about mid-October to early May. Summers in the north are quite short, only two to three months, but can still see maximum daily temperatures above 25 °C (77 °F) during heat waves. No part of Glanodel has Arctic tundra, but Alpine tundra can be found in the highest regions of Norfell. | Winters in eastern Glanodel (when mean daily temperature remains below 0 °C or 32 °F) are usually about 100 days long, and in the inland the snow typically covers the land from about late November to April, and on the coastal areas, snow often covers the land from late December to late March. Even in the east, the harshest winter nights can see the temperatures fall to −30 °C (−22 °F) although on coastal areas, temperatures below −30 °C (−22 °F) are very rare. Climatic summers (when mean daily temperature remains above 10 °C or 50 °F) in eastern Glanodel last from about late May to mid-September, and in the inland, the warmest days of July can reach over 35 °C (95 °F). Although most of Glanodel lies on the taiga belt, the easternmost coastal regions are sometimes classified as hemiboreal. In contrast, the provinces of Norfell, Siwald, and Saerland have long and cold winters, and relatively warm but short summers. The most severe winter days can see the temperature fall down to −45 °C (−49 °F). The winter of the north lasts for about 200 days with permanent snow cover from about mid-October to early May. Summers in the north are quite short, only two to three months, but can still see maximum daily temperatures above 25 °C (77 °F) during heat waves. No part of Glanodel has Arctic tundra, but Alpine tundra can be found in the highest regions of Norfell. | ||
A third of Glanodel lies within the Arctic Circle and the midnight sun can be experienced for more days the farther north one travels. At Glanodel's northernmost point, the sun does not set for 73 consecutive days during summer, and does not rise at all for 51 days during winter. | A third of Glanodel lies within the Arctic Circle and the midnight sun can be experienced for more days the farther north one travels. At Glanodel's northernmost point, the sun does not set for 73 consecutive days during summer, and does not rise at all for 51 days during winter.--> | ||
===Biodiversity=== | ===Biodiversity=== | ||
[[File:Monodon monoceros pod.jpg|thumb|250px|Long believed a myth, the {{wp|narwhal}} is a toothed whale that possesses a "tusk" from a protruding canine tooth. It lives year-round in the the Arctic waters of Ileinskali, Keledalr, and Særmark.]] | <!--[[File:Monodon monoceros pod.jpg|thumb|250px|Long believed a myth, the {{wp|narwhal}} is a toothed whale that possesses a "tusk" from a protruding canine tooth. It lives year-round in the the Arctic waters of Ileinskali, Keledalr, and Særmark.]] | ||
According to the Environmental and Ecological Research Institute, the territory of Glanodel can be subdivided into three ecoregions: the subarctic taiga, Sarmatic mixed forests, and Montane Birch forest and grasslands. Taiga covers most of Glanodel from the far eastern side of its northern regions, to the southwestern parts of Villradäl. The coasts of southern Hafland and most of Sørland are covered by mixed forests. In Feniland and Siwald, Montane Birch forests and grasslands are common. | According to the Environmental and Ecological Research Institute, the territory of Glanodel can be subdivided into three ecoregions: the subarctic taiga, Sarmatic mixed forests, and Montane Birch forest and grasslands. Taiga covers most of Glanodel from the far eastern side of its northern regions, to the southwestern parts of Villradäl. The coasts of southern Hafland and most of Sørland are covered by mixed forests. In Feniland and Siwald, Montane Birch forests and grasslands are common. | ||
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Three of the more striking birds are the whooper swan, a large swan found throughout the arctic; the capercaillie, a large, black-plumaged member of the grouse family; and the European eagle-owl. The latter is considered an indicator of old-growth forest connectivity, and has been declining because of landscape fragmentation. The most common breeding birds are the willow warbler, common chaffinch, and redwing. Of some seventy species of freshwater fish, the northern pike, perch, and others are plentiful. Atlantic salmon remains the favourite of fly rod enthusiasts. | Three of the more striking birds are the whooper swan, a large swan found throughout the arctic; the capercaillie, a large, black-plumaged member of the grouse family; and the European eagle-owl. The latter is considered an indicator of old-growth forest connectivity, and has been declining because of landscape fragmentation. The most common breeding birds are the willow warbler, common chaffinch, and redwing. Of some seventy species of freshwater fish, the northern pike, perch, and others are plentiful. Atlantic salmon remains the favourite of fly rod enthusiasts. | ||
The endangered Teks ringed seal, one of only three lake seal species in the world, exists only in the Teks lake system of southeastern Glanodel, down to only 300 seals today. It has become the emblem of the Wildlife Preservation Programs. | The endangered Teks ringed seal, one of only three lake seal species in the world, exists only in the Teks lake system of southeastern Glanodel, down to only 300 seals today. It has become the emblem of the Wildlife Preservation Programs.--> | ||
==Politics and government== | ==Politics and government== | ||
:''Main articles: [[Politics of Glanodel]], [[Politics of Glanodel#Cantonal and local governments|Administrative divisions]], [[Constitution of the Glanish Commonwealth]], [[Congress of the Commonwealth]], [[Federal government of Glanodel|Federal Government]]'' | <!--:''Main articles: [[Politics of Glanodel]], [[Politics of Glanodel#Cantonal and local governments|Administrative divisions]], [[Constitution of the Glanish Commonwealth]], [[Congress of the Commonwealth]], [[Federal government of Glanodel|Federal Government]]'' | ||
[[File:Riksdagen September 2014 02.jpg|250px|thumbnail|right|The Herregård is a collection federal buildings positioned on an artificial island used as the seat of the Glanish Government, the Landsmeet, and Glanish Federal Supreme Court. This photograph was taken from the Skjelby peninsular, northeast of the island.]] | |||
Glanodel is considered to be one of the most developed {{wp|democracy|democracies}} and {{wp|Rechtsstaat|states of justice}} in the world. Glanodel also has one of the highest ratings of {{wp|Transparency_(behavior)#Politics|government transparency}} in the world. According to its Constitution, ratified in 1900, Glanodel is a {{wp|federalism|federal}} {{wp|presidential system|presidential}} {{wp|republic}} wherein power is separated among the {{wp|bicamerialism|bicameral}} Congress (legislative), the [[Government of Glanodel|Cabinet]] (executive), and the Supreme Court (judicial). Additionally, the [[Federal government of Glanodel|federal government]] shares sovereignty with the country's 13 {{wp|constituent state|constituent states}}, referred to as ''kantons'' (tr. cantons), which exercise a high degree of autonomy, especially in areas such as education and law enforcement. The Constitution also outlines {{wp|civil rights|basic}} and {{wp|political freedom|political rights}} of individuals and {{wp|Public participation|citizen participation}} in public affairs, and defines the relationship between the federal and local governments. | Glanodel is considered to be one of the most developed {{wp|democracy|democracies}} and {{wp|Rechtsstaat|states of justice}} in the world. Glanodel also has one of the highest ratings of {{wp|Transparency_(behavior)#Politics|government transparency}} in the world. According to its Constitution, ratified in 1900, Glanodel is a {{wp|federalism|federal}} {{wp|presidential system|presidential}} {{wp|republic}} wherein power is separated among the {{wp|bicamerialism|bicameral}} Congress (legislative), the [[Government of Glanodel|Cabinet]] (executive), and the Supreme Court (judicial). Additionally, the [[Federal government of Glanodel|federal government]] shares sovereignty with the country's 13 {{wp|constituent state|constituent states}}, referred to as ''kantons'' (tr. cantons), which exercise a high degree of autonomy, especially in areas such as education and law enforcement. The Constitution also outlines {{wp|civil rights|basic}} and {{wp|political freedom|political rights}} of individuals and {{wp|Public participation|citizen participation}} in public affairs, and defines the relationship between the federal and local governments. | ||
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{{wp|Federalism}} is a hallmark of the Glanish political system. Glanish citizens are subject to three legal jurisdictions: the municipality, canton and federal levels. The federal constitution defines a system of direct democracy (sometimes called ''half-direct'' or ''representative direct democracy''. The instruments of this system at the federal level, known as popular rights, include the right to submit a ''federal initiative'' and a ''referendum'', both of which may overturn the decisions of the legislature. By calling a federal ''referendum'', a group of citizens may challenge a law passed by the Congress. Similarly, the federal ''constitutional initiative'' allows citizens to put a {{wp|constitutional amendment}} to a national vote. | {{wp|Federalism}} is a hallmark of the Glanish political system. Glanish citizens are subject to three legal jurisdictions: the municipality, canton and federal levels. The federal constitution defines a system of direct democracy (sometimes called ''half-direct'' or ''representative direct democracy''. The instruments of this system at the federal level, known as popular rights, include the right to submit a ''federal initiative'' and a ''referendum'', both of which may overturn the decisions of the legislature. By calling a federal ''referendum'', a group of citizens may challenge a law passed by the Congress. Similarly, the federal ''constitutional initiative'' allows citizens to put a {{wp|constitutional amendment}} to a national vote. | ||
Voting in general is perhaps one of the most important institutions to the Glanish population and, to an extent, even seen as sacrosanct. The federal constitution defines it as a ''civil right'' and while cantons do control when their elections are held and the locations and number of voting areas, cantons are prohibited from passing laws restricting voter registration or the free exercise of voting. Federal elections are usually held over a three day period whereby citizens can vote up to two days before the official election day. Federal election days are national holidays and canton elections are usually regional holidays with all but emergency services being shut down for most of the day.--> | Voting in general is perhaps one of the most important institutions to the Glanish population and, to an extent, even seen as sacrosanct. The federal constitution defines it as a ''civil right'' and while cantons do control when their elections are held and the locations and number of voting areas, cantons are prohibited from passing laws restricting voter registration or the free exercise of voting. Federal elections are usually held over a three day period whereby citizens can vote up to two days before the official election day. Federal election days are national holidays and canton elections are usually regional holidays with all but emergency services being shut down for most of the day.--> | ||
===Foreign relations and international institutions=== | ===Foreign relations and international institutions=== | ||
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[[File:Glanodel-Heritage Building.jpg|350px|thumbnail|right|In addition to serving as the nation's largest museum, and one of the largest museums in the world, Kulturarvbygning (the Heritage Building) is the headquarters of the World Educational and Cultural Organization.]] | |||
Glanodel wields considerable influence in the Lhedwin Islands and is a {{wp|middle power}} in international affairs. In recent years, Glanodel has gained widespread recognition as a major economic power, trading goods and services to nations across the world. The Glanodel's foreign policy is probably most influenced by its identity as a Lhedwin nation, its lack of autonomy in foreign affairs following the dissolution of the Lhedwin empire and its subsequent protectorate status under the Kingdom of Newrey following the end of the Great War, and in more recent years, its growing role as an international mediator and most perhaps vocal Lhedwin interests advocate. Following the end of the [[Great War (Aeia)|Great War]], Glanodel attempted to maintain an official policy of {{wp|Country neutrality|neutrality}} while benefiting from close political and military ties to the Kingdom of Newrey and was one of the last Asuran nations to join the [[International Assembly]]. | Glanodel wields considerable influence in the Lhedwin Islands and is a {{wp|middle power}} in international affairs. In recent years, Glanodel has gained widespread recognition as a major economic power, trading goods and services to nations across the world. The Glanodel's foreign policy is probably most influenced by its identity as a Lhedwin nation, its lack of autonomy in foreign affairs following the dissolution of the Lhedwin empire and its subsequent protectorate status under the Kingdom of Newrey following the end of the Great War, and in more recent years, its growing role as an international mediator and most perhaps vocal Lhedwin interests advocate. Following the end of the [[Great War (Aeia)|Great War]], Glanodel attempted to maintain an official policy of {{wp|Country neutrality|neutrality}} while benefiting from close political and military ties to the Kingdom of Newrey and was one of the last Asuran nations to join the [[International Assembly]]. | ||
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===Military=== | ===Military=== | ||
<!--The Glanish Armed Forces numbers about 45,000 personnel, including civilian employees. According to current mobilization plans, full mobilization produces approximately 150,500 combatant personnel. Glanodel has conscription (including 6–12 months of training), including women as of 2002. The Armed Forces are subordinate to the [[Department of Defense of Glanodel|Department of Defense]], headed by the Secretary of Defense (currently Emil S. Iversen). Glanodel's {{wp|commander-in-chief}} is the President. The military of Glanodel is divided into the Navy, Air Force, Cyber Force, and the Home Guard. In military matters, however, the country has maintained a consistent {{wp|Neutral country|policy of neutrality}} primarily in order to maintain trade opportunities. Glanodel has a relatively low national defense budget as a result of guaranteed independence from many members of the former [[Grand Alliance]] and a {{wp|protectorate}} agreement between Glanodel and [[Newrey]].--> | <!--:''Main Article: [[Armed Forces of Glanodel]]'' | ||
The Glanish Armed Forces numbers about 45,000 personnel, including civilian employees. According to current mobilization plans, full mobilization produces approximately 150,500 combatant personnel. Glanodel has conscription (including 6–12 months of training), including women as of 2002. The Armed Forces are subordinate to the [[Department of Defense of Glanodel|Department of Defense]], headed by the Secretary of Defense (currently Emil S. Iversen). Glanodel's {{wp|commander-in-chief}} is the President. The military of Glanodel is divided into the Navy, Air Force, Cyber Force, and the Home Guard. In military matters, however, the country has maintained a consistent {{wp|Neutral country|policy of neutrality}} primarily in order to maintain trade opportunities. Glanodel has a relatively low national defense budget as a result of guaranteed independence from many members of the former [[Grand Alliance]] and a {{wp|protectorate}} agreement between Glanodel and [[Newrey]].--> | |||
==Law enforcement and crime== | ==Law enforcement and crime== | ||
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Glanodel is a major transit and destination country for women and children from [[Arabekh|Arabekian]], [[Asura|Asuran]], [[Rennekka|Rennekkan]], and [[Vestrim]] countries subjected to {{wp|Human trafficking|trafficking}} in persons, specifically {{wp|forced prostitution}}. There was one report last year of a male teenager from Kavo rescued from the commercial sex trade in Glanodel. The government did not report any cases of forced labor during the reporting period, though the Glanish Anti-Trafficking Center highlighted that workers in domestic service, restaurants, hotels, factories, and agriculture, may be vulnerable to forced labor in Glanodel. There were unconfirmed reports of foreign children being forced to engage in organized {{wp|street crime}}. The government released a report in 2010 about increasing evidence that “{{wp|au pair}}” organizations could be used as front companies for {{wp|human trafficking}}. The hundreds of unaccompanied foreign minors who arrive in Glanodel every year are particularly vulnerable to human trafficking.--> | Glanodel is a major transit and destination country for women and children from [[Arabekh|Arabekian]], [[Asura|Asuran]], [[Rennekka|Rennekkan]], and [[Vestrim]] countries subjected to {{wp|Human trafficking|trafficking}} in persons, specifically {{wp|forced prostitution}}. There was one report last year of a male teenager from Kavo rescued from the commercial sex trade in Glanodel. The government did not report any cases of forced labor during the reporting period, though the Glanish Anti-Trafficking Center highlighted that workers in domestic service, restaurants, hotels, factories, and agriculture, may be vulnerable to forced labor in Glanodel. There were unconfirmed reports of foreign children being forced to engage in organized {{wp|street crime}}. The government released a report in 2010 about increasing evidence that “{{wp|au pair}}” organizations could be used as front companies for {{wp|human trafficking}}. The hundreds of unaccompanied foreign minors who arrive in Glanodel every year are particularly vulnerable to human trafficking.--> | ||
===Gun ownership=== | |||
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{{wp|Gun ownership}} is still fairly common in Glanodel and guaranteed by the Second Glanish Constitution and continues to be the subject of contentious political debate. {{wp|Gun laws|Firearms legislation}} in Glanodel comes from a long tradition of shooting as a formative element of {{wp|national identity}} during the Reconstruction Era after the end of the [[Great War (Aeia)|Great War]] and the long-standing practice of {{wp|compulsory military service}} in which soldiers' {{wp|service rifles}} are stored privately at home. | |||
In addition to this, many cantons (notably more rural regions) have strong traditions of {{wp|hunting}}, accounting for a large but unknown number of privately held hunting rifles. | |||
Glanish gun legislation is considered liberal and allows the free purchase of {{wp|semi-automatic firearm|semi-automatic}}, but not {{wp|automatic firearm|fully automatic}}, firearms by Glanish citizens and foreigners with permanent residence. | |||
Permits for {{wp|concealed carry|concealed carrying in public}} are issued only extremely restrictively. | |||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
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[[File:Norges Bank Kirkegata.jpg|300px|thumbnail|right|Glanodel's {{wp|central bank}} is officially referred to as the National Reserves Bank (or ''"the Reserve"'') and is headquartered in the Bank of Vænholm located in the nation's capital.]] | |||
Glanodel has consistently ranked among the five wealthiest countries in the world in terms of GDP per capita and its economy is frequently ranked among the top ten in both stability and overall size compared with its relatively small population. Glanodel has an {{wp|export-oriented industrialization|export-oriented}} {{wp|developed economy|developed}} {{wp|mixed economy}}. Its currency is the ''Gilder'' (Glanish spelling: ''Gælder'') (pronounced: ''gill-d-er'') which is pegged at approximately 0.78 gilder to one USD and is derived from the Old Glanish term for "debt". | Glanodel has consistently ranked among the five wealthiest countries in the world in terms of GDP per capita and its economy is frequently ranked among the top ten in both stability and overall size compared with its relatively small population. Glanodel has an {{wp|export-oriented industrialization|export-oriented}} {{wp|developed economy|developed}} {{wp|mixed economy}}. Its currency is the ''Gilder'' (Glanish spelling: ''Gælder'') (pronounced: ''gill-d-er'') which is pegged at approximately 0.78 gilder to one USD and is derived from the Old Glanish term for "debt". | ||
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==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
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[[File:Glanodel-Dem DensityMap.jpg|thumb|350px|2015 Population Density Distribution Map produced by the Census Bureau of Glanodel.]]Following a 2017 census estimate published by the Glanish Census Bureau, the population of Glanodel is approximately 14,869,859. This equated to a 6.1% growth rate for the country between the 2015 census and the 2017 estimate. Despite the country's relatively low, total fertility rate (1.60 children born per woman), the high growth rate appears to be sustained by very high immigration. Considered one of the youngest, developed countries, the median age of Glanodel is 29.8 years, with 0.97 males per female. The high percentage of younger citizens/permanent residents is mainly attributed to the fact that the average age of immigrants into Glanodel is between 17 and 31. The number of Down Syndrome children born in Glanodel is very low, with most DS pregnancies being aborted since 2005. Glanodel's population is frequently one of the happiest countries in the world. This has been attributed to the country's highly regarded education and health care systems, and its low level of income inequality. | |||
Glanodel is the most diverse nation in Lhedwin and one of the most diverse in Asura with over half of its population having at least one immigrant parent. There are no official statistics on ethnic groups, but an estimated 71% of the population was of at least partial Glanish descent, defined as having at least one parent born in Glanodel and having Glanish citizenship. The remaining 29% were of a foreign background, defined as immigrants or descendants of recent immigrants (with or without citizenship). Of that 29%, most originated from other nations along the archipelago of Lhedwin (approximately 1,243,251), with Asuran nations are the second most common source of foreign born citizens (approximately 856,462). Of the 29% of Glanish residents who were of a foreign background, roughly 73% were foreign residents, or legal Glanish residents without citizenship. Accounting for around 21.2% of the total population, it is one of the largest proportions non-citizen residents in the developed world, most being from Asura. | Glanodel is the most diverse nation in Lhedwin and one of the most diverse in Asura with over half of its population having at least one immigrant parent. There are no official statistics on ethnic groups, but an estimated 71% of the population was of at least partial Glanish descent, defined as having at least one parent born in Glanodel and having Glanish citizenship. The remaining 29% were of a foreign background, defined as immigrants or descendants of recent immigrants (with or without citizenship). Of that 29%, most originated from other nations along the archipelago of Lhedwin (approximately 1,243,251), with Asuran nations are the second most common source of foreign born citizens (approximately 856,462). Of the 29% of Glanish residents who were of a foreign background, roughly 73% were foreign residents, or legal Glanish residents without citizenship. Accounting for around 21.2% of the total population, it is one of the largest proportions non-citizen residents in the developed world, most being from Asura. | ||
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==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
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[[File:Construction-of-Statue-of-Liberty-09.jpg|250px|thumbnail|right|Frihedsstatuen (Statue of Liberty) is perhaps one of the most recognizable symbols of Glanodel and its support for the emphasis of personal liberties.]] | |||
There are two major events attributed with having the greatest impact on contemporary Glanish culture. The first event was the end of Lhedwinic rule in Glanodel at the start of the 20th century. This newfound sovereignty, as well as a newly elected, liberal democratic government inspired a strong romantic nationalist movement centering around the reclamation of a national identity separate from a Duchy of the Lhedwinic United Kingdom. This movement is still visible in the country's literature, music, and media. The second was the sharp spikes in immigration and tourism which began in the mid-20th century and plateaued at roughly 24.8 million visitors total in 2010. This widespread exposure to foreign cultures and an ever-growing, ever-diversifying population has led to a broad national identity centering more around acceptance, cooperation, and pride in diversity. | There are two major events attributed with having the greatest impact on contemporary Glanish culture. The first event was the end of Lhedwinic rule in Glanodel at the start of the 20th century. This newfound sovereignty, as well as a newly elected, liberal democratic government inspired a strong romantic nationalist movement centering around the reclamation of a national identity separate from a Duchy of the Lhedwinic United Kingdom. This movement is still visible in the country's literature, music, and media. The second was the sharp spikes in immigration and tourism which began in the mid-20th century and plateaued at roughly 24.8 million visitors total in 2010. This widespread exposure to foreign cultures and an ever-growing, ever-diversifying population has led to a broad national identity centering more around acceptance, cooperation, and pride in diversity. | ||
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===Cuisine=== | ===Cuisine=== | ||
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Glanodel enjoys a very diverse food culture with cooking traditions influenced by food cultures throughout Asura since the 12th century, and several new traditions being imported from around the globe since the mid-20th century. | Glanodel enjoys a very diverse food culture with cooking traditions influenced by food cultures throughout Asura since the 12th century, and several new traditions being imported from around the globe since the mid-20th century. | ||
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===Architecture=== | ===Architecture=== | ||
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For the most part, Glanish form of architecture have consistently remained simple and focused on {{wp|functionalist (architecture)|functional}}, with a heavy focus on durability and effectiveness, with many structures as old as the late 1500s to early 1600s still standing and in use. The vast majority of structures in Glanodel have been modernized with contemporary amenities like electrical wiring. | For the most part, Glanish form of architecture have consistently remained simple and focused on {{wp|functionalist (architecture)|functional}}, with a heavy focus on durability and effectiveness, with many structures as old as the late 1500s to early 1600s still standing and in use. The vast majority of structures in Glanodel have been modernized with contemporary amenities like electrical wiring. | ||
The establishment of the Commonwealth and a new national romanticism saw the emergence of {{wp|Historicism (art)|historicism}}. This style remains the primary one used throughout the country since the 1950s. Many of Glanodel's oldest public buildings are good examples of the historic style such as the buildings in Herregård. --> | The establishment of the Commonwealth and a new national romanticism saw the emergence of {{wp|Historicism (art)|historicism}}. This style remains the primary one used throughout the country since the 1950s. Many of Glanodel's oldest public buildings are good examples of the historic style such as the buildings in Herregård.--> | ||
===Sports=== | ===Sports=== | ||
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Sport activities are a national movement with half of the population actively participating in organised sporting activities. The two main spectator sports are {{wp|rugby football|rugby}} and {{wp|ice hockey}}. The second most popular is {{wp|football}}, followed by {{wp|Horse#Sport|horse sports}} which has the highest number of women practitioners. {{wp|Golf}}, {{wp|track and field}}, and the {{wp|team sports}} of {{wp|basketball}} and {{wp|bandy}} are also very popular. Sports have been popular in Glanodel since the 1980s. Sporting events have also become a very lucrative industry with the Glanish National Hockey League generating a profit of over $25 billion a year throughout the 1980s. Now the GNHL has offices and stadiums in most major cities in Glanodel. In recent years, Glanodel has also won numerous international tournaments and rugby is currently the national sport. | Sport activities are a national movement with half of the population actively participating in organised sporting activities. The two main spectator sports are {{wp|rugby football|rugby}} and {{wp|ice hockey}}. The second most popular is {{wp|football}}, followed by {{wp|Horse#Sport|horse sports}} which has the highest number of women practitioners. {{wp|Golf}}, {{wp|track and field}}, and the {{wp|team sports}} of {{wp|basketball}} and {{wp|bandy}} are also very popular. Sports have been popular in Glanodel since the 1980s. Sporting events have also become a very lucrative industry with the Glanish National Hockey League generating a profit of over $25 billion a year throughout the 1980s. Now the GNHL has offices and stadiums in most major cities in Glanodel. In recent years, Glanodel has also won numerous international tournaments and rugby is currently the national sport. | ||
Glanodel's numerous beaches and resorts are popular locations for outdoor activities as well, such as fishing, canoeing, kayaking and a broad-range of other water-themed sports. Other big sport events include curling and skiing. --> | Glanodel's numerous beaches and resorts are popular locations for outdoor activities as well, such as fishing, canoeing, kayaking and a broad-range of other water-themed sports. Other big sport events include curling and skiing.--> | ||
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Glanish Commonwealth Glansk Fristatens | |
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| Motto: "Juntas prevaleceremos." "Together we shall prevail." | |
 Location of Glanodel (blue), region (blue box) | |
| Capital | Vænholm |
| Largest | Graylund |
| Official languages | None federally recognized |
| Recognised national languages | Lhedwinic (Glanish dialect), Midrasian, Newreyan, Aquidish, Vrnallian |
| Ethnic groups | Glanish (80.2%), Newreyan (8.3%), Vrnallian (6.5%), Nausikaan (2.1%), Oser (1.9%), Other Lhedwinic (1%) |
| Demonym(s) | Glanish · Glens |
| Government | Federal presidential constitutional republic |
| Noah A. Mikkelsen | |
• House Speaker (President pro tempore) | Karla L. Kruse |
• Chancellor | David L. Vestergaard |
| Legislature | Congress of the Commonwealth (Kongres Glanodæl) |
| Council of State (Senatet) | |
| National Council (Nationalråd) | |
| Establishment | |
• King's Day | 1 February 954 |
• Two Chambers Day | 5 March 1158 |
• Revival Day | 5 March 1900 |
| Area | |
• | 236,326 km2 (91,246 sq mi) |
• Water (%) | 18% |
| Population | |
• 2016 estimate |  14,869,859 |
• 2015 census | 14,019,103 |
• Density | 62.921/km2 (163.0/sq mi) |
| GDP (PPP) | 2016 estimate |
• Total | $0.89 trillion |
• Per capita | $59,864 |
| GDP (nominal) | 2016 estimate |
• Total | $0.965 trillion |
• Per capita | $64,948 |
| Gini (2014) |  29.5low |
| HDI (2014) | 0.930 very high |
| Currency | Gælder (Gilder) (GO) |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +55 |
| ISO 3166 code | GLN |
| Internet TLD | .gln |
Glanodel (Glanish-Lhedwinic: Glanódæl), officially the Glanish Commonwealth (Glanish-Lhedwinic: Glansk Fristatens), is a federal republic in Asura. It consists of 13, semi-autonomous cantons and the city of Vænholm is the seat of the federal government. The country is situated along the Northeast side of the archipelago Lhedwin and is bordered by Navack to the south, the Arctic Ocean to the north and west, and the Asuran Channel to the east. Glanodel is a mostly island, maritime country geographically separated into three areas by Norfeld defining its northern border and Sørfeld defining its southern, spanning an area of 236,326 square kilometres (91,246 sq mi). The Glanish population of 14.8 million, 4.2 million of whom are of a foreign background, is concentrated mostly within its major coastal cities, where the largest Glanish cities are found: among them are the two global cities and economic centers Graylund and Ellesø.
The origins of the modern Glanish culture can be traced back to the emergence of the Dalish tribes at the start of the Iron Age which dominated most of the region now known as Glanodel. As a single, unified country, the nation owes its origins to the establishment of the Kingdom of Glanodel in 1158 with the crowning of King Ögri Vænström. From the 14th to the 17th century, the Northern Renaissance shaped much of modern Glanish political, economic, and social ideology. It also led to the emergence of the nascent, liberal-leaning movement which dominated national policy towards the mid-17th century until the Kingdom joined the union of the United Kingdom of Lhedwin alongside the former Kingdoms of Navack and Crylante. Lhedwinic occupation of Glanodel ended with the nation's liberation by the Grand Alliance in 1899. The subsequent ratifying of the Grundlov (National Constitution) on 5 March 1900, established the Glanish Commonwealth. Facing great challenges following the end of the Great War due in large part to war losses, a majority of the first half of the 20th century was spent on reconstruction, inspiring the name "Reconstruction Era". Glanodel emerged as a dominant manufacturer in the growing world economy throughout the 1930s and 40s. The 1950s saw the empowerment of unions, numerous economic reforms, and unemployment benefits, as well as publicly-funded pensions, universal health care, and greater investments in both public and private education.
In its current form, Glanodel's national legislature is the elected, bicameral Congress of the Commonwealth: composed of the Council of State (Senatet; upper house), presided over by Chancellor David Vestergaard; and the National Council (Nationalråd, lower house), presided over by House Speaker Karla Kruse. Executive political power is exercised by the Cabinet, presided over by President of the Commonwealth Noah Mikkelsen, who serves as the nation's head of state and government.
The Glanish people enjoy one of the highest standards of living and the country ranks highly in numerous comparisons of national performance such as education, healthcare, protection of civil liberties, democratic governance, prosperity and human development. Glanodel is frequently ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world and has the world's highest social mobility rate with a high level of income equality and one of the world's highest per capita incomes. Glanodel also has one of the most ethnically diverse populations in Asura, with non-Glanish ethnicities making up roughly 45% of the nation's population. Glanish national identity is rooted in widely shared values of equality, the main inspiration behind its frequent use of referendums. As guaranteed by its Constitution, Glanish citizens reserve the right to freely practice any religion they chose, with Trúathi and Alydianism being the two most commonly practiced religions.
The 21st century saw the rise of Glanodel as a major power in Lhedwinic foreign affairs and a minor power within Asuran politics. Since the nation's rise to economic power in the 1990s, Glanodel has held a consistent place as having the highest per capita income in the world and one of the most economically competitive nations in the world. Glanodel has also emerged as a primary contributor to the 's northern missions, along side Newrey, and is a key proponent in the formation of the Lhedwin Council and the CDN. Glanodel is often referred to by numerous multinational magazines, tourism industries, and news outlets as both one of the world's major "cultural hubs", as well as a "hub of debauchery and indulgence". Glanish cultural achievements are widely known and Glanodel is most commonly known around the world for its famous authors, critically acclaimed musicians and classical orchestras, and its internationally recognizable movies and television shows. In addition, Glanodel is known for having far-libertarian social policies especially in comparison to other developed nations, such as legalized public nudity and even prostitution, as well as a plethora of controlled substances approved for recreational use.
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