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|native_name = ''Förenade Käppländska friländer'' ({{wp|Swedish_language|Blostlandic}})
|native_name = ''Firstedemet Kæpplant'' ([[Kepplandic language|Kepplandic]])
|conventional_long_name = United Kepplandic Free States
|conventional_long_name = Principality of Keppland
|common_name = Keppland
|common_name = Keppland
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|national_motto = ''Vårt folk, vårt hemland, vår framtid''<br>{{small|"Our people, our homeland, our future"}}
|national_motto = ''Frao þann vaont óven vær mek''<br>{{small|"From the malignant enemy defend me"}}
|national_anthem =  "Guldstoft och palmblad"<br>{{small|"Gold Dust and Palm Leaves"}}<br>[[File:MediaPlayer.png|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ|200px]]
|national_anthem =  "Gullrik ok íkláf"<br>{{small|"Gold Dust and Oak Leaves"}}<br>[[File:MediaPlayer.png|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ|200px]]
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|capital                    = [[Vajki]]
|capital                    = [[Stíngarþ]]
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|largest_city = [[Gunnarsvik]]
|largest_city = capital
|official_languages          = {{wp|Swedish language|Blostlandic}}
|official_languages          = [[Kepplandic language|Kepplandic]]
|national_languages          = {{wp|Mapuche language|Chanuche}}
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|demonym                    = Kepplandic, Kepplander
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|government_type            = {{wp|Federation|Federal}} {{wp|Constitutional monarchy#Executive monarchy versus ceremonial monarchy|executive monarchy}}
|leader_title1              = [[President of Keppland|President]]
|leader_title1              = [[Monarchy of Keppland|Prince]]
|leader_name1 = [[Anita Hedberg]]
|leader_name1 = [[Svínn IX]]
|leader_title2 = [[President of the Landsting]]
|leader_title2 = [[Lawspeaker of Keppland|Lawspeaker]]
|leader_name2 = [[Carl Björklund]]
|leader_name2 = [[Haokon Larsson]]
|leader_title3 = [[President of the Folksting]]
|legislature = [[Rigesdak]]
|leader_name3 = [[Håkon Eitzinger]]
|upper_house = [[Lantsþeng]]
|legislature                 = [[Förbundsdag]]
|lower_house = [[Folksþeng]]
|upper_house                 = [[Landsting]]
|sovereignty_type = Independence from [[Waldrich]]
|lower_house                 = [[Folksting]]
|sovereignty_type = Independence from [[Blostland]]
|sovereignty_note =  
|sovereignty_note =  
|established_event1 = [[Declaration of Independence of Blostland|Declared]]
|established_event1 = [[Kepplandic Declaration of Independence|Declared]]
|established_date1 = 19 June 1765
|established_date1 = 7 January 1904
|established_event2 = [[Treaty of Matīspils|Recognized]]
|established_event2 = [[Constitution of Keppland|Current constitution]]
|established_date2 = 7 January 1771
|established_date2 = 15 August 1905
|established_event3 = [[Third Kepplandic Republic|Current state form]]
|established_date3 = 13 September 1979
|established_event4 = [[Constitution of Keppland|Current constitution]]
|established_date4 = 15 August 1981
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|population_census = 20,865,930
|population_census = 170,556
|population_census_year = 2020
|population_census_year = 2023
|population_density_km2 = 31.5
|population_density_km2 = 31.5
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|GDP_PPP                    = $587 billion
|GDP_PPP                    = $13.723 billion
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|GDP_PPP_rank                =  
|GDP_PPP_year                = 2022
|GDP_PPP_year                = 2023
|GDP_PPP_per_capita          = $28,132
|GDP_PPP_per_capita          = $80,453
|GDP_PPP_per_capita_rank    =  
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|GDP_nominal                = $320 billion
|GDP_nominal                = $14.701 billion
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|GDP_nominal_year = 2022
|GDP_nominal_year = 2023
|GDP_nominal_per_capita      = $15,336
|GDP_nominal_per_capita      = $86,197
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|HDI = 0.831
|HDI = 0.925
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|HDI_rank                    =  
|HDI_year                    = 2022
|HDI_year                    = 2022
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'''Keppland''' ({{wp|Swedish language|Blostlandic}}: ''Käppland''), officially the '''United Kepplandic Free States''' ({{wp|Swedish language|Blostlandic}}: ''Förenade Käppländska friländer''), is a {{wp|Sovereign state|sovereign state}} in eastern [[Asteria Inferior]]. It borders [[Arbolada]] to the southwest, [[Puramape]] to the west, and [[Gapolania]] to the north.  Geographically, Keppland lies between the [[Sierra Bianca Range]] in the west and the [[Lumine Ocean]] in the south and east. The nation's {{wp|Capital city|capital}} is [[Vajki]], and its largest city is [[Gunnarsvik]]. Other major cities include [[Anitashamn]], [[Frihetsvik]], and [[Åkapan]].  Keppland has a total area of 663,264 square kilometers and a population of nearly 21 million, making it both the 7th largest and most populous country in Asteria Inferior.
'''Keppland''' ([[Kepplandic language|Kepplandic]]: ''Kæpplant''), officially the '''Principality of Keppland''' ([[Kepplandic language|Kepplandic]]: ''Firstedemet Kæpplant''), is a {{wp|Sovereign state|sovereign state}} in eastern [[Asteria Inferior]]. It borders [[Arbolada]] to the southwest, [[Puramape]] to the west, and [[Gapolania]] to the north.  Geographically, Keppland lies between the [[Sierra Bianca Range]] in the west and the [[Lumine Ocean]] in the south and east. The nation's {{wp|Capital city|capital}} is [[Vajki]], and its largest city is [[Gunnarsvik]]. Other major cities include [[Anitashamn]], [[Frihetsvik]], and [[Åkapan]].  Keppland has a total area of 663,264 square kilometers and a population of nearly 21 million, making it both the 7th largest and most populous country in Asteria Inferior.


Keppland was occupied by {{wp|Indigenous peoples of the Americas|Indigenous Asterians}} for at least 12,000 years before the arrival of [[Euclea]]n explorers in 1552. The first permanent settlements were established by [[Blostland]]ic colonists in 1621, turning Keppland into a major source of {{wp|Sugarcane|sugarcane}}, {{wp|Gold|gold}}, and {{wp|Rubber|rubber}} for Euclea. Keppland [[Kepplandic Declaration of Independence|declared independence]] from Blostland in 1765, sparking six years of [[Kepplandic War of Independence|warfare]] against its former colonial metropole.  Blostland recognized the nation's independence in 1771, but the fledgling [[First Kepplandic Republic]] was quickly plunged into internal turmoil. A series of coups, revolts, and civil wars plagued the country until 1820, when the republic was overthrown in an [[Insurrection of 20 October|insurrection]] and replaced by the [[Kepplandic Empire]] under Emperor [[Mats Rönnlund|Mats I]]. The Empire expanded through eastern Asteria Inferior during the [[X Wars]] in an effort to become the first {{wp|Great power|great power}} in the Asterias, but was defeated by the [[X Coalition]] in 1852. The war was financially devastating for Keppland, and the newly established [[Second Kepplandic Republic]] did not fully recover until the mid-1860s. Keppland's political situation stabilized during the presidency of [[X]], who reopened the nation to foreign investment and accelerated its economic recovery. Keppland experienced an economic boom during the late 19th century as a result of the Second Industrial Revolution, attracting significant numbers of new immigrants in the process.
Keppland was occupied by {{wp|Indigenous peoples of the Americas|Indigenous Asterians}} for at least 12,000 years before the arrival of [[Euclea]]n explorers in 1552. The first permanent settlements were established by [[Blostland]]ic colonists in 1621, turning Keppland into a major source of {{wp|Sugarcane|sugarcane}}, {{wp|Gold|gold}}, and {{wp|Rubber|rubber}} for Euclea. Keppland [[Kepplandic Declaration of Independence|declared independence]] from Blostland in 1765, sparking six years of [[Kepplandic War of Independence|warfare]] against its former colonial metropole.  Blostland recognized the nation's independence in 1771, but the fledgling [[First Kepplandic Republic]] was quickly plunged into internal turmoil. A series of coups, revolts, and civil wars plagued the country until 1820, when the republic was overthrown in an [[Insurrection of 20 October|insurrection]] and replaced by the [[Kepplandic Empire]] under Emperor [[Mats Rönnlund|Mats I]]. The Empire expanded through eastern Asteria Inferior during the [[X Wars]] in an effort to become the first {{wp|Great power|great power}} in the Asterias, but was defeated by the [[X Coalition]] in 1852. The war was financially devastating for Keppland, and the newly established [[Second Kepplandic Republic]] did not fully recover until the mid-1860s. Keppland's political situation stabilized during the presidency of [[X]], who reopened the nation to foreign investment and accelerated its economic recovery. Keppland experienced an economic boom during the late 19th century as a result of the Second Industrial Revolution, attracting significant numbers of new immigrants in the process.
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==Etymology==
==Etymology==
The {{wp|Swedish language|Blostlandic}} name ''Käppland'' was first recorded by Blostlandic explorer [[Gunnar Backlund]], the first Euclean to set foot in modern day Keppland. The name is derived from the Blostlandic word ''käpp'', meaning "cane" or "walking stick". According to Backlund's own writings, the name is a reference to the indigenous {{wp|Mapuche people|Chanuche}} people. Backlund writes that the Mapuche often used walking sticks when traversing the Kepplandic landscape: "the natives showed us to their camp, not one without a cane (''käpp'') for the long journey ahead". However, other sources dispute Backlund's account, writing that the name is a reference to a specific Mapuche leader named "Aucaman" who walked with a cane. These sources include [[Gustaf Olsson]], a physician on Backlund's expedition, who claimed to have suggested the name to Backlund.
The {{wp|Anglicisation|Estmericisation}} ''Keppland'' was used interchangeably with ''Kappland'' until the 18th century, when the former emerged as the preferred name for the area. However, some sources continued to use ''Kappland'' until the [[Kepplandic Declaration of Independence]] in 1765, which used ''Keppland'' in its first {{wp|English language|Estmerish}} translation.
==History==
==History==
===Pre-colonial history===
===Pre-colonial history===
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{{main|Government of Keppland|Politics of Keppland}}
{{main|Government of Keppland|Politics of Keppland}}
{{see also|Elections in Keppland}}
{{see also|Elections in Keppland}}
[[File:Raquel Peña.webp|thumb|[[Anita Hedberg]] has served as [[President of Keppland|president]] since [[2018 Kepplandic presidential election|2018]].]]
Keppland is governed as a {{wp|Federation|federal}} {{wp|Presidential system|presidential}} {{wp|Republic|republic}}.  The nation's {{wp|Constitution|basic governing document}} is its [[Constitution of Keppland|constitution]], which was adopted in 1981. The constitution establishes three co-equal branches of government, consisting of the {{wp|Executive (government)|executive}}, {{wp|Legislature|legislature}}, and {{wp|Judiciary|judiciary}}. The executive branch is led by the [[President of Keppland|president]], who serves as both {{wp|Head of state|head of state}} and {{wp|Head of government|head of government}}. Presidents are elected by {{wp|First-past-the-post voting|first-past-the-post voting}} for a nonrenewable six-year term, and no person who has served for even part of a presidential term is permitted to hold the office again. The president is empowered to {{wp|Veto|veto}} legislation, issue {{wp|Pardon|pardons}}, serve as {{wp|Commander-in-chief|commander-in-chief}} of the {{wp|Military|armed forces}}, nominate {{wp|Judge|judges}} and {{wp|Civil service|civil servants}}, and negotiate treaties. The president oversees the {{wp|Cabinet (government)|cabinet}}, which consists of the {{wp|Minister (government)|heads}} of each government {{wp|Ministry (government department)|ministry}}. Cabinet ministers serve at the discretion of the president, who may nominate new ministers for approval by the Förbundsdag and dismiss current ministers at will. The current president, [[Anita Hedberg]] of the National Activation Party, was elected in [[2018 Kepplandic presidential election|2018]].
The {{wp|Bicameralism|bicameral}} [[Förbundsdag]] holds the nation’s legislative power, and is divided into an {{wp|Upper house|upper house}}, the 63-seat [[Landsting]], and a {{wp|Lower house|lower house}}, the 145-seat [[Folksting]]. Both chambers are elected by {{wp|Closed list|closed list}} {{wp|Party-list proportional representation|proportional representation}} using the {{wp|D'Hondt method|greatest divisors method}}. In the Landsting, seats are {{wp|Apportionment (politics)|apportioned}} by population among Keppland's ten [[States of Keppland|states]].  Landsting elections are held at the same time as presidential elections, with members serving for renewable six-year terms. The members of the Folksting run in a single nationwide constituency, and serve for renewable three year terms. Folksting elections are held twice in a six-year electoral cycle, the first occurring concurrently with the presidential election, and the second occurring in the middle of the president's term. Any member of the Förbundsdag may propose legislation, which must then be passed by majorities in both the Landsting and Folksting. Nominations and international treaties must also be approved by a majority in each house. {{wp|Constitutional amendment|Constitutional amendments}}, {{wp|Impeachment|impeachments}}, and overrides of presidential vetoes require a two-thirds {{wp|Supermajority|supermajority}} in both houses instead of a simple majority. The [[National Activation Party]] currently controls both the Landsting and Folksting.
The Kepplandic [[Judiciary of Keppland|judiciary]] is divided into {{wp|Ordinary court|ordinary courts}}, which handle civil and criminal cases, and {{wp|Administrative court|administrative courts}}, which handle complaints against the federal government. Both court systems are separate, and consist of three tiers that include district, appellate, and supreme courts. In addition, the [[Constitutional Court (Keppland)|Constitutional Court]] is entirely independent from the rest of the judiciary, and only rules on the constitutionality of federal, state, and local legislation. Judges are nominated by the president and approved by both chambers of the Förbundsdag, serving for renewable 12 year terms. Each state also has its own separate judicial system, which is separate from that of the federal government and does not have jurisdiction over federal laws. Keppland's legal system is based around {{wp|Civil law (legal system)|civil law}}, and is strongly influenced by practices instituted during the [[Blostland]]ic colonial era.
===Political culture===
===Political culture===
{{see also|List of political parties in Keppland}}
{{see also|List of political parties in Keppland}}
Most political scientists classify Keppland as a {{wp|Dominant-party system|dominant-party system}}. The [[National Activation Party]] (NAP) has held power continuously since the [[2006 Kepplandic elections|2006 elections]], when the party won the presidency and formed a center-right coalition both chambers of the Förbundsdag. The NAP further expanded its grasp in the controversial [[2012 Kepplandic elections|2012 elections]], which were marred by accusations of widespread {{wp|Electoral fraud|electoral fraud}} and {{wp|Electoral suppression|suppression}}. The party emerged from the elections with an absolute majority in both houses, which it expanded to a {{wp|Supermajority|supermajority}} in [[2018 Kepplandic elections|2018]]. The NAP's dominance allowed it to enact sweeping [[2019 Kepplandic constitutional reforms|constitutional reforms]] in 2019 that diminished the independence of the judiciary and expanded the powers of the presidency and legislature. All federal judges have been NAP nominees since 2018, and the party controls eight out of the nine state governorships as of 2021.
During the NAP's time in power, Keppland has experienced {{wp|Democratic backsliding|democratic backsliding}} and growing {{wp|Authoritarianism|authoritarianism}}. Most experts classify the nation as an {{wp|Illiberal democracy|illiberal democracy}} or {{wp|Hybrid regime|hybrid regime}}, with some recent sources suggesting that Keppland has become a full {{wp|Dictatorship|dictatorship}} or ''de facto'' {{wp|One-party state|one-party state}}.  Numerous opposition parties have been subject to federal bans since 2006, including both {{wp|Left-wing politics|left-}} and {{wp|Right-wing politics|right-wing}} parties. Elections remain rife with fraud and voter suppression, and activists, opposition figures, members of the independent press, and dissidents often face {{wp|Political repression|repression}} carried out by the state or its proxies. The only legal opposition parties which currently hold representation in the Förbundsdag are the [[Liberal Democratic Party (Keppland)|Liberal Democratic Party]], [[Kepplandic Renewal Party]], and [[Socialist Workers' Party (Keppland)|Socialist Workers' Party]], which combined account for less than 20% of all seats in both houses.
The NAP emphasizes policies that promote the regime's stability and longevity, leading many analysts to compare Keppland to the [[Southern democracy|southern democracies]] of [[Coius]].  For example, party leaders have generally eschewed {{wp|Dictatorship#personalist|personalist}} politics since taking power, denouncing {{wp|Cult of personality|personality cults}} as both unsustainable and incompatible with an orderly state. Instead, the party advocates for regular leadership turnover in order to establish a clear line of succession and ensure the long-term survival of the regime. During the 2019 constitutional reforms, this philosophy led the Förbundsdag to reject a proposal to abolish presidential term limits, with then-[[Landsting]] member [[Arvid Carlsson]] claiming that the limitation prevented "lawlessness, chaos, and degenerate {{wp|Demagogue|demagoguery}}". Valduvian political scientist [[Ivars Sīmanis]] asserts that the NAP's association of personalist dictatorships with instability is a reflection of its own history, noting that the death of party founder [[Henrik Steen]] in 1933 led to the outbreak of [[Kepplandic Civil War|civil war]]. He also contends that Keppland's "revolving door of presidents" has the added benefit of providing "opinion insurance" for party elites when the regime makes unpopular decisions, placating critics by creating the "illusion" of change even when no actual transfer of power has taken place.
===Administrative divisions===
===Administrative divisions===
{{main|States of Keppland}}
{{main|States of Keppland}}
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===Foreign relations===
===Foreign relations===
{{main|Foreign relations of Keppland}}
{{main|Foreign relations of Keppland}}
[[File:Palacio Pizzurno.jpg|thumb|The [[Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Keppland)|Ministry of Foreign Affairs]] building in [[Vajki]].]]
Compared to its peers in [[Asteria Inferior]], Keppland's foreign policy in the post-[[Asterian Spring]] era is somewhat unique. While most nations on the continent generally fall under the [[Satucin]]e sphere of influence, Keppland demonstrates significant latitude in its decision making, preferring to build a network of bilateral relationships instead of aligning with any one political bloc. The nation's diplomatic posture is broadly characterized by pragmatism, and tends to prioritize economic growth and [[Chistovodia]]n containment over other interests. Kepplandic foreign policy is frequently studied in {{wp|International relations|international relations}} departments at universities around the world, and has been described as "the epitome of {{wp|Middle power|middle power}} {{wp|Realpolitik|realpolitik}}".
Keppland's approach towards foreign affairs is largely a product of its [[Kepplandic Council Republic|councilist period]], during which time the nation was almost entirely isolated from neighboring states and relied heavily on Chistovodia for support. Relations between the two polities began to sour after the [[Kepplandic Revolution]] of 1979, and fears of a potential Chistovodian invasion led Keppland to pursue defensive guarantees from the [[Asterian Federative Republic]]. Although an armed confrontation never materialized, Keppland and the AFR [[Grande Asterian–Kepplandic Alliance|formalized]] their {{wp|Military alliance|military alliance}} in 1982, and reached an agreement in 1985 for Grande Asterian forces to be permanently stationed at [[Anitashamn Naval Base]]. The two nations also expanded their economic ties, signing a bilateral [[Grande Asteria–Keppland Free Trade Agreement|free trade agreement]] in 1986. These developments strongly contrasted with the post-Asterian Spring policies of most nations in Asteria Inferior, which had begun to distance themselves from the AFR due to its prior support of their recently toppled authoritarian regimes.  These nations generally preferred close ties with Satucin, and together established the [[Asteria Inferior Common Market]] (ASTCOM) in 1992. Although Keppland did enter negotiations to join ASTCOM in the early 1990s, it ultimately rejected full membership in favor of a [[ASTCOM–Keppland Free Trade Agreement|free trade agreement]] with the bloc. This decision is widely considered to be a key moment in the history of Kepplandic diplomacy, solidifying the nation's position as an independent actor in the foreign policy arena. Keppland generally refrained from openly displaying any clear preference between its international partners until 2006, when the [[National Activation Party]] (NAP) came to power. The NAP has increasingly prioritized Keppland's relationship with the AFR during its time in power, leading many observers to question whether or not pragmatism is still the primary driver of the nation's foreign policy.
Keppland is a member of the [[Community of Nations]], [[International Trade Organization (Kylaris)|International Trade Organization]], and [[Organization of Asterian Nations]]. However, the nation still prefers to work primarily through its bilateral relationships.  Keppland's [[Grande Asteria–Keppland relations|particularly strong partnership]] with the AFR is frequently characterized as a {{wp|Special relationship (international relations)|special relationship}} by foreign policy experts, and remains its most significant avenue for international coooperation.  The nation has also cultivated similar bilateral relationships with [[Eldmark]], [[Soravia]], and [[Etruria]]. These ties serve to {{wp|Balance of power|balance}} against Satucine dominance, empowering Kepplandic policymakers to exercise autonomy in their approach to statecraft without having to rely on support from any one partner. Nevertheless, Keppland does enjoy cordial relations with the Satucine sphere, and continues to maintain its aforementioned free trade agreement with ASTCOM.
===Military===
===Military===
{{main|Kepplandic Armed Forces}}
{{main|Kepplandic Armed Forces}}
[[File:Exercício Conjunto Meridiano Poti (51671070190).jpg|thumb|Soldiers of the [[Kepplandic Republican Guard]] on patrol during a {{wp|Training exercise|training exercise}} in 2018.]]
The [[Kepplandic Armed Forces]] ({{wp|Swedish language|Blostlandic}}: ''Käppländska krigsmakten'') are the national {{wp|Military|military forces}} of Keppland.  They consist of the [[Kepplandic Army|Army]], [[Kepplandic Navy|Navy]], [[Kepplandic Air Force|Air Force]], and [[Kepplandic Republican Guard|Republican Guard]], with a total of 87,000 active and 45,000 reserve personnel as of 2023. The [[President of Keppland]] serves as {{wp|Commander-in-chief|commander-in-chief}} of the armed forces, although day-to-day operations are overseen by the [[Minister of War (Keppland)|Minister of War]]. The Kepplandic government spent $8.32 billion on defense in 2022, totaling 2.6% of the nation’s total nominal GDP.
Keppland has historically maintened one of the strongest armed forces in the region, dating back to the militaristic policies of the [[Kepplandic Empire]]. During the [[Kepplandic Council Republic|councilist]] period, Keppland reorganized its military around [[Association for International Socialism|AIS]] doctrine and was primarily equipped by [[Chistovodia]] and [[Valduvia]]. Defense spending declined dramatically after the [[Kepplandic Revolution]], and the Kepplandic Armed Forces were among the most poorly trained and equipped militaries in the Asterias by the end of the 1990s. However, funding began to increase again after the [[National Activation Party]] (NAP) took power in 2006, prompting an extensive modernization and reorganization program initiated by the [[Ministry of War (Keppland)|Ministry of War]] during the 2010s. By 2020, the Kepplandic military had re-emerged as a formidable force in Asteria Inferior, with the capacity to project power on a regional scale.
The modern Kepplandic Armed Forces are primarily organized around national defense, international peacekeeping, and regional expeditionary operations. Keppland's Navy is a modern, {{wp|Green-water navy|green-water}} force capable of sustaining operations around the Asterias. The Republican Guard, an elite unit answerable only to the President, consists of the nation's most well trained and equipped soldiers. Keppland maintains strong bilateral defensive ties with the [[Asterian Federative Republic]], which maintains a permanent military presence at [[Anitashamn Naval Base]] and serves as the nation’s single largest foreign supplier of arms. Keppland’s domestic arms industry is also relatively strong for a nation of its size, with major companies such as [[TBA]], [[TBA]], and [[TBA]] producing a variety of defense material.
===Law enforcement===
===Law enforcement===
{{main|Law enforcement in Keppland}}
{{main|Law enforcement in Keppland}}
[[File:Fnst.jpg|thumb|[[Kepplandic National Gendarmerie]] agents in [[Vajki]].]]
Keppland's federal law enforcement agencies consist of the [[Kepplandic Federal Police|Federal Police]], [[Federal Intelligence and Security Service]], and [[Kepplandic National Gendarmerie|National Gendarmerie]]. The Federal Police is a civilian agency responsible for investigating and combating federal crimes, and is managed by the [[Ministry of the Interior (Keppland)|Ministry of the Interior]].  The [[Federal Intelligence and Security Service]], commonly known by its {{wp|Swedish langauge|Blostlandic}} acronym FUST (''Förbunds underrättelse- och säkerhetstjänst''), is an investigative body that serves as Keppland's primary {{wp|Intelligence agency|foreign intelligence}} and internal {{wp|Security agency|security agency}}. The National Gendarmerie is a {{wp|Paramilitary|paramilitary}} force intended to supplement the Federal Police and FUST by providing {{wp|Police tactical unit|tactical support}}, quelling internal unrest, and guarding sensitive sites such as borders, ports, and power plants. In addition to these federal agencies, state and local governments operate their own police forces to conduct law enforcement operations below the federal level.
International observers have criticized Keppland's law enforcement apparatus for its poor human rights record and lack of oversight, with many labeling the nation a {{wp|Police state|police state}}. Foreign governments and human rights organizations often describe the FUST as Keppland's {{wp|Secret police|secret police}}, accusing the agency of carrying out politically motivated investigations, {{wp|Enforced disappearance|forced disappearances}}, {{wp|Torture|torture}}, {{wp|Arbitrary arrest and detention|arbitrary arrests and detentions}}, and {{wp|Targeted killing|targeted assassinations}}. The National Gendarmerie has also been accused of {{wp|Extrajudicial punishment|extrajudicial activities}}, and has received further criticism for its excessive {{wp|Militarization of police|militarization}} and heavy-handed tactics. Along with the [[Kepplandic Republican Guard|Republican Guard]], both agencies report only to the [[President of Keppland|president]] and have been collectively described as the "private army of the [[National Activation Party]]".
==Economy==
==Economy==
===Tourism===
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===Transport===
===Transport===
{{main|Transport in Keppland}}
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[[File:Locomotiva de comboio que passava sentido Boa Vista na Variante Boa Vista-Guaianã km 182-183 em Itu - panoramio (1).jpg|thumb|A [[Vassflodens och Sydvästra Järnvägar]] freight train outside of [[Vajki]].]]
Keppland’s road network is 93,124 km long as of 2023, of which 20,875 km is paved.  The system is relatively young, and lagged behind that of its neighbors until its expansion in the 1980s. 3,208 km of Keppland’s roads are {{wp|Controlled-access highway|controlled-access highways}}, most of which originate in [[Gunnarsvik]] or [[Vajki]]. The road system has received increased funding from the federal government since the late 2000s, with the goal of paving 25% of the network by 2030.
Keppland is notable for its exceptionally well developed rail network, which is among the most dense in Asteria Inferior. As of 2023, the nation has 11,225 km of operating rail lines out of a total system length of 14,582 km. Most of Keppland's railroads are constructed in {{wp|Standard-gauge railway|standard-gauge}}, although {{wp|Narrow-gauge railroad|narrow-gauge}} is somewhat common in the mountainous western states of the [[Sierra Bianca Range]].  Keppland was one of the first nations in Asteria Inferior to develop rail infrustructure, with the [[Kepplandic Empire]] funding the nation’s first rail line between [[Gunnarsvik]] and [[Vajki]] in 1844. Currently, the largest rail operators in Keppland are [[Gunnarsviks och Nordvästra Järnvägar]] (GNV), [[Vassflodens och Sydvästra Järnvägar]] (VSV), [[Östkustens Järnvägar]] (ÖKJ), [[Henrikslandsbanan]] (HLB), [[Vajkis, Marieborgs, och Norra Järnvägar]] (VMN), [[Karlstrands och Västra Järnvägar]] (KVJ), and [[Nåkosbanan]] (NKB). All seven of these companies emerged in 1984 from the {{wp|Privatization|privatization}} of [[Kepplandic State Railways]], which had managed the Kepplandic railroad system since its {{wp|Railroad nationalization|nationalization}} by the [[Kepplandic Council Republic|councilist regime]] in 1937.
Unlike most nations in Asteria Inferior, the post-[[Great War (Kylaris)|Great War]] decline of the railroad was much slower in Keppland, and the system remains comparatively strong in the present day. The nation began to develop its road system under councilist rule in the 1940s, but construction stalled in the 1960s as a result of the [[Great Asterian War]] and its economic fallout. Consequently, the Kepplandic government largely abandoned the construction of new roadways and focused on improving its existing infrastructure, most of which was still rail-centric. Many abandoned lines were re-opened, and the {{wp|Modal share|modal share}} of passenger rail increased from 33.8% in 1960 to 46.2% by 1970. The nation did not experience another transportation boom until the 1980s, when increased foreign investment and lower petroleum costs allowed for the construction of new highways and {{wp|Higher-speed rail|higher-speed rail}} connections between major cities. Car travel has become more prevalent in recent decades, but railroads retain a relatively strong 18.3% share of the total passenger market as of 2022.
Most of Keppland’s inland water traffic is centered around the [[Vassfloden]] and [[Nåkofloden]] rivers. The nation’s largest {{wp|Port|port}} is Gunnarsvik, which is located at the mouth of the Vassfloden river and is one of the most important seaports in Asteria Inferior. The Vassfloden also houses Keppland’s largest {{wp|Inland port|inland port}}, the capital city of Vajki. Other major Kepplandic ports include [[Anitashamn]], [[Frihetsvik]], and [[Åkapan]].
The busiest airport in Keppland is [[Gunnarsvik–Henrik Steen International Airport]] in Gunnarsvik, which handled more than 12 million passengers in 2022 and is the most common connecting destination for intercontinental flights. Other major airports include [[Vajki–Mats Rönnlund International Airport]] (Vajki), [[Anitashamn International Airport]] (Anitashamn), [[Gunnarsvik–Edvard Bergstrom International Aiport]] (Gunnarsvik), [[Frihetsvik–Carl Olsson International Airport]] (Frihetsvik), and [[Åkapan International Airport]] (Åkapan). Keppland’s {{wp|Flag carrier|flag carrier}} is [[Käppländsk Flygtjänst]], which has been in operation since 1930.
==Demographics==
==Demographics==
===Largest cities===
===Largest cities===
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Latest revision as of 18:14, 16 December 2024

Principality of Keppland
Firstedemet Kæpplant (Kepplandic)
Flag of Keppland
Flag
of Keppland
Coat of arms
Motto: Frao þann vaont óven vær mek
"From the malignant enemy defend me"
Anthem: "Gullrik ok íkláf"
"Gold Dust and Oak Leaves"
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Capital
and largest city
Stíngarþ
Official languagesKepplandic
Ethnic groups
74.2% Blandad
14.5% Bahian
8.1% Euclean
1.4% Indigenous
1.8% Other
Demonym(s)Kepplandic, Kepplander
GovernmentFederal executive monarchy
• Prince
Svínn IX
Haokon Larsson
LegislatureRigesdak
• Upper house
Lantsþeng
• Lower house
Folksþeng
Independence from Waldrich
• Declared
7 January 1904
15 August 1905
Area
• Total
663,264 km2 (256,088 sq mi)
Population
• 2023 census
170,556
• Density
31.5/km2 (81.6/sq mi)
GDP (PPP)2023 estimate
• Total
$13.723 billion
• Per capita
$80,453
GDP (nominal)2023 estimate
• Total
$14.701 billion
• Per capita
$86,197
HDI (2022)0.925
very high
CurrencyDaler (KPD)
Time zoneUTC-1
Date formatdd/mm/yyyy
Driving sideright
Internet TLD.kp

Keppland (Kepplandic: Kæpplant), officially the Principality of Keppland (Kepplandic: Firstedemet Kæpplant), is a sovereign state in eastern Asteria Inferior. It borders Arbolada to the southwest, Puramape to the west, and Gapolania to the north. Geographically, Keppland lies between the Sierra Bianca Range in the west and the Lumine Ocean in the south and east. The nation's capital is Vajki, and its largest city is Gunnarsvik. Other major cities include Anitashamn, Frihetsvik, and Åkapan. Keppland has a total area of 663,264 square kilometers and a population of nearly 21 million, making it both the 7th largest and most populous country in Asteria Inferior.

Keppland was occupied by Indigenous Asterians for at least 12,000 years before the arrival of Euclean explorers in 1552. The first permanent settlements were established by Blostlandic colonists in 1621, turning Keppland into a major source of sugarcane, gold, and rubber for Euclea. Keppland declared independence from Blostland in 1765, sparking six years of warfare against its former colonial metropole. Blostland recognized the nation's independence in 1771, but the fledgling First Kepplandic Republic was quickly plunged into internal turmoil. A series of coups, revolts, and civil wars plagued the country until 1820, when the republic was overthrown in an insurrection and replaced by the Kepplandic Empire under Emperor Mats I. The Empire expanded through eastern Asteria Inferior during the X Wars in an effort to become the first great power in the Asterias, but was defeated by the X Coalition in 1852. The war was financially devastating for Keppland, and the newly established Second Kepplandic Republic did not fully recover until the mid-1860s. Keppland's political situation stabilized during the presidency of X, who reopened the nation to foreign investment and accelerated its economic recovery. Keppland experienced an economic boom during the late 19th century as a result of the Second Industrial Revolution, attracting significant numbers of new immigrants in the process.

By the beginning of the 20th century, Keppland had reestablished itself as a strong and wealthy middle power. However, its decades-long growth came to an end with the Great Collapse of 1913, leading to political instability that culminated in a military coup d'état following the turbulent 1918 general election. For the next 16 years, the nation was ruled by Henrik Steen, a populist who rejected conventional left- and right-wing politics. Steen transformed Keppland into a de facto one-party state ruled by the National Activation Party (NAP), instituting reforms to help the working class and halt the rise of extremism. Keppland remained neutral during the Great War, but had close trade relationships with many of the Entente powers. The collapse of the Entente during the last years of the war proved detrimental to the Kepplandic economy, and the unexpected death of Steen in late 1934 left a significant power vacuum. The tense internal situation culminated in the outbreak of civil war during the summer of 1935, with the troubled Second Republic facing uprisings from both Chistovodian-backed councilists and far-right nationalists. A major offensive in the fall of 1936 turned the tide in favor of the councilists, resulting in the capture of Vajki and establishment of the Kepplandic Council Republic in February of 1937.

Keppland's economy stabilized during the 1940s and 1950s due to substantial aid from the socialist world, with Chistovodia alone constituting more than half of the nation's international trade volume. However, the outbreak of the Great Asterian War in the 1960s caused Chistovodian economic assistance to evaporate, and the Kepplandic economy began to stagnate as a result. The councilist state was overthrown in the Kepplandic Revolution of 1979, leading to the restoration of democracy under the Third Kepplandic Republic. Keppland embraced neoliberalism under a series of Liberal Democratic governments and experienced explosive economic growth during the 1980s and 1990s. The nation's economic fortunes turned after the Kepplandic asset price bubble popped in 1997, leading to political instability and a prolonged economic recession. The fragile internal situation was further inflamed by the 2005 global financial crisis and subsequent unrest, allowing the National Activation Party to take power in the 2006 elections. Keppland has undergone significant democratic backsliding under NAP rule and is no longer considered a liberal democracy.

Keppland is a developed country, boasting a high-income economy that ranks highly in measures of human development, economic freedom, and standard of living. The nation is often categorized as an illiberal democracy or hybrid regime, and has grown increasingly authoritarian since the late 2000s. Keppland's military is capable of power projection on a regional scale, and frequently takes part in international peacekeeping operations. The nation is a member of the Community of Nations, International Trade Organization, and Organization of Asterian Nations, and is generally considered to be a middle power in the international community.

Etymology

History

Pre-colonial history

Colonial period

Independence and First Republic

Imperial age

Second Republic

Councilist rule

Third Republic

Geography

Climate

Environment

Biodiversity

Government and politics

Main articles: Government of Keppland and Politics of Keppland
See also: Elections in Keppland

Political culture

See also: List of political parties in Keppland

Administrative divisions

Main article: States of Keppland
States of Keppland
Flag State Capital Population Location
Flag of None.svg Halmhusland Anitashamn 3,326,958
Flag of None.svg Henriksland Åkapan 1,402,345
Flag of None.svg Javenje Marieborg 1,587,046
Flag of None.svg Lugnkusten Karlstrand 1,650,522
Flag of None.svg Milla Kulpeu 490,465
Flag of None.svg Nåko Olovsberg 535,124
Flag of None.svg Peven Viruko 223,460
Flag of None.svg Sockerkusten Frihetsvik 2,762,507
Flag of None.svg Vajki Vajki 2,103,482
Flag of None.svg Vassfloden Gunnarsvik 6,784,021

Foreign relations

Main article: Foreign relations of Keppland

Military

Main article: Kepplandic Armed Forces

Law enforcement

Main article: Law enforcement in Keppland

Economy

Tourism

Science and technology

Energy

Transport

Main article: Transport in Keppland

Demographics

Largest cities

 
Largest cities in Keppland
Ministry of Commerce and Development, 2020
Rank State Pop. Rank State Pop.
Gunnarsvik
Gunnarsvik
Vajki
Vajki 		1 Gunnarsvik Vassfloden 3,832,478 11 Albertsvik  Vassfloden 181,023 Anitashamn 
Anitashamn 
Frihetsvik
Frihetsvik
2 Vajki Vajki 2,103,482 12 Erikshamn Sockerkusten 175,373
3 Anitashamn  Halmhusland 338,901 13 Kulpeu Milla 164,203
4 Frihetsvik Sockerkusten 264,032 14 Karlstrand Henriksland 160,125
5 Åkapan  Henriksland 238,239 15 Frejastad Lugnkusten 148,304
6 Marieborg  Javenje 225,849 16 Navel Halmhusland 137,483
7 Rajen  Vassfloden 209,063 17 Gustavstad Javenje 114,234
8 Kolkagua Halmhusland 203,776 18 Olovsberg Nåko 106,730
9 Relmu  Lugnkusten 195,213 19 Vitstrand Halmhusland 93,855
10 Nya Raudrena Vassfloden 189,593 20 Sockerhamn Sockerkusten 91,653

Ethnic groups

Language

Religion

Education

Health

Culture

Art

Architecture

Literature

Philosophy

Music

Cinema

Media

Cuisine

Sports

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