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'''Edward Island''' is an unincorporated territory of [[Ibica]] located in the northern Bosphorus, approximately {{convert|600|mi}} southwest of [[Westfield, Panamor]]. Edward Island includes the eponymous main island and several smaller islands. The capital and most populous city is [[Columbia, Edward Island|Columbia]]. The territory's total population is approximately 2.5 million.
'''Edward Island''' is the newest state of Ibica of [[Ibica]] located in the northern [[Bosphorus Ocean]], approximately {{convert|600|mi}} southwest of [[Westfield, Panamor]]. Edward Island includes the eponymous main island and several smaller islands. The capital and most populous city is [[Columbia, Edward Island|Columbia]]. The state's total population is approximately 2.5 million.
 
Edward Islanders have been citizens of Ibica since 1701, and enjoy freedom of movement between the island and the mainland. As it is not a state, Edward Island does not have a vote in the [[Ibican Congress]], which governs the territory with full jurisdiction. However, Edward Island does have one non-voting member of the House called a delegate. As residents of a territory, Ibican citizens in Edward Island are disenfranchised at the national level and do not vote for the president or vice president of Ibica, and only some residents pay federal income tax. Like other territories, Edward Island does not have senators. Congress approved a local constitution in 1952, allowing citizens of the territory to elect a governor. Edward Island's future political status has consistently been a matter of significant debate.


==Government==
==Government==
Edward Island has 8 senatorial districts, 40 representative districts and 78 municipalities. It has a republican form of government with separation of powers subject to the jurisdiction and sovereignty of Ibica. Its current powers are all delegated by the [[Ibican Congress]] and lack full protection under the [[Ibican Constitution]]. Edward Island's head of state is the [[president of Ibica]].
Edward Island has 9 senatorial districts, 28 representative districts and 26 municipalities. It has a republican form of government with separation of powers subject to the jurisdiction and sovereignty of Ibica.


The government of Edward Island, based on the formal republican system, is composed of three branches: the executive, legislative, and judicial branch. The executive branch is headed by the governor. The legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature called the Legislative Assembly, made up of a Senate as its upper chamber and a House of Representatives as its lower chamber. The Senate is headed by the president of the Senate, while the House of Representatives is headed by the speaker of the House. The governor and legislators are elected by popular vote every four years with the last election held in November 2016.
The government of Edward Island, based on the formal republican system, is composed of three branches: the executive, legislative, and judicial branch. The executive branch is headed by the governor. The legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature called the Legislative Assembly, made up of a Senate as its upper chamber and a House of Representatives as its lower chamber. The Senate is headed by the president of the Senate, while the House of Representatives is headed by the speaker of the House. The governor and legislators are elected by popular vote every four years with the last election held in November 2022.


The judicial branch is headed by the chief justice of the Supreme Court of Edward Island. Members of the judicial branch are appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.
The judicial branch is headed by the chief justice of the Supreme Court of Edward Island. Members of the judicial branch are appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.


Edward Island is represented in Ibican Congress by a nonvoting delegate.
Edward Island is represented in Ibican Congress by a 3 House Representatives and 2 Senators.


==Economy==
==Economy==
The economy of Edward Island is classified as a high income economy by the World Bank. Its economy is mainly driven by manufacturing (primarily pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals and electronics) followed by the service industry (primarily finance, insurance, real estate and tourism). In recent years, the territory has also become a popular destination for MICE ([[meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions]]), with a modern convention centre district overlooking the [[Port of Columbia]].
The economy of Edward Island is classified as a high income economy by the World Bank. Its economy is mainly driven by manufacturing (primarily pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals and electronics) followed by the service industry (primarily finance, insurance, real estate and tourism). In recent years, the territory has also become a popular destination for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions), with a modern convention centre district overlooking the [[Port of Columbia]].


The geography of Edward Island and its political status are both determining factors on its economic prosperity, primarily due to its relatively small size as an island; its lack of natural resources used to produce raw materials and, consequently, its dependence on imports; as well as its territorial status with Ibica, which controls its foreign policy while exerting trading restrictions.
The geography of Edward Island and its political status are both determining factors on its economic prosperity, primarily due to its relatively small size as an island; its lack of natural resources used to produce raw materials and, consequently, its dependence on imports.


==Education==
==Education==
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==Infrastructure==
==Infrastructure==
Cities and towns in Edward Island are interconnected by a system of roads, freeways, expressways, and highways maintained by the Highways and Transportation Authority under the jurisdiction of the Ibican Department of Transportation, and patrolled by the Edward Island Highway Patrol. The island's metropolitan area is served by a public bus transit system and a metro system. Other forms of public transportation include private mini buses.
Cities and towns in Edward Island are interconnected by a system of roads, freeways, expressways, and highways maintained by the Highways and Transportation Authority, and patrolled by the [[Edward Island Highway Patrol]]. The island's urban area is served by a public bus transit system and a metro system. Other forms of public transportation include private mini buses.


Edward Island has one international airport, [[Columbia International Airport]], and 5 local airports.
Edward Island has one international airport, [[Columbia International Airport]], and 5 local airports.

Latest revision as of 16:55, 29 May 2023

The State of Edward Island
Flag of Edward Island
Flag
of Edward Island
Coat of arms
State of Edward Island
State of Edward Island
CapitalColumbia
Official languagesEnglish
Demonym(s)Edward Islander
Government
• Governor
Phil Bryant
LegislatureLegislative Assembly
Senate
House of Representatives
Establishment
• Colonized by Monroe Empire
March 4, 1345
• Protectorate of Ibican Confederation
June 12, 1670
• Granted Self-governing territory status
January 1, 1701
• Statehood
January 1, 2023
Area
• Total
111,020 km2 (42,870 sq mi)
Population
• 2020 census
1,878,916
GDP (PPP)estimate
• Per capita
$60,198
GDP (nominal)estimate
• Total
$113,106,000,000

Edward Island is the newest state of Ibica of Ibica located in the northern Bosphorus Ocean, approximately 600 miles (970 km) southwest of Westfield, Panamor. Edward Island includes the eponymous main island and several smaller islands. The capital and most populous city is Columbia. The state's total population is approximately 2.5 million.

Government

Edward Island has 9 senatorial districts, 28 representative districts and 26 municipalities. It has a republican form of government with separation of powers subject to the jurisdiction and sovereignty of Ibica.

The government of Edward Island, based on the formal republican system, is composed of three branches: the executive, legislative, and judicial branch. The executive branch is headed by the governor. The legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature called the Legislative Assembly, made up of a Senate as its upper chamber and a House of Representatives as its lower chamber. The Senate is headed by the president of the Senate, while the House of Representatives is headed by the speaker of the House. The governor and legislators are elected by popular vote every four years with the last election held in November 2022.

The judicial branch is headed by the chief justice of the Supreme Court of Edward Island. Members of the judicial branch are appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Edward Island is represented in Ibican Congress by a 3 House Representatives and 2 Senators.

Economy

The economy of Edward Island is classified as a high income economy by the World Bank. Its economy is mainly driven by manufacturing (primarily pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals and electronics) followed by the service industry (primarily finance, insurance, real estate and tourism). In recent years, the territory has also become a popular destination for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferencing, exhibitions), with a modern convention centre district overlooking the Port of Columbia.

The geography of Edward Island and its political status are both determining factors on its economic prosperity, primarily due to its relatively small size as an island; its lack of natural resources used to produce raw materials and, consequently, its dependence on imports.

Education

Education in Edward Island is divided in three levels—Primary (elementary school grades 1–6), Secondary (intermediate and high school grades 7–12), and Higher Level (undergraduate and graduate studies). As of 2002, the literacy rate of the Puerto Rican population was 94.1%; by gender, it was 93.9% for males and 94.4% for females. According to the 2015 Census, 60.0% of the population attained a high school degree or higher level of education, and 18.3% has a bachelor's degree or higher.

Instruction at the primary school level is compulsory between the ages of 5 and 18. There are 1539 public schools and 806 private schools.

The largest and oldest university system is the public University of Edward Island (UEI) with 11 campuses.

Infrastructure

Cities and towns in Edward Island are interconnected by a system of roads, freeways, expressways, and highways maintained by the Highways and Transportation Authority, and patrolled by the Edward Island Highway Patrol. The island's urban area is served by a public bus transit system and a metro system. Other forms of public transportation include private mini buses.

Edward Island has one international airport, Columbia International Airport, and 5 local airports.

Edward Island has one main port. The Port of Columbia is the largest in Edward Island, and the 4th busiest port on the Bosphorus in terms of commercial activity and cargo movement.