Pecario

Republic of Pecario República de Pecario
Flag Coat of arms
Motto: "Unidos en la diversidad, juntos hacia el futuro."
Anthem: "Cielito Lindo"
Capital	Santa Borbones
Largest	Valleluz
Official languages	Iverican, Quepec
Recognised national languages	Iverican, Quepec, Guaruma, other indigenous languages
Demonym(s)	Pecarian
Government	Unitary presidential republic
• President	Andreas Lineria
• Vice President	Gabriel Valdez
• President of the Senate	Carlos Rojas
Legislature	Asamblea Legislativa Nacional
Independence  from the First Iveric Republic
• Declared	1742
Area
•	324,700 km2 (125,400 sq mi)
Population
• 2022 census	22,658,480
GDP (nominal)	2022 estimate
• Total	$200 billion
• Per capita	$9,995
Gini	0.38 low
HDI	0.800 very high
Currency	Pecarian pesos
Driving side	right
Calling code	+39
Internet TLD	.pco

Pecario, officially known as known officially in Iverican as La República de Pecario, concisely as The Republic of Pecario, and informally as Pecario, is a sovereign state in Alharu on Eurth. It is bordered on the South by Manamana. The seat of government is Santa Borbones, which contains the executive, legislative, and electoral branches of government,it is also the constitutional capital and the seat of the judiciary. The largest city and principal industrial center is Valleluz.

The sovereign state of Pecario is a constitutionally unitary state, divided into nine departments. Its geography varies from the peaks of the Cordillera del Sol in the North, to the eastern lowlands. A third of the country is in the mountain range. The country's population, estimated at 22 million, is multi-ethnic, including natives, mestizos and europans (mainly Ivericans). Iverican is the official and predominant language, although 36 indigenous languages also have official status, the most commonly spoken of which are quepec, aymaro and guaruma.

The history of Pecario begins with the dominance of the Tuachec empire in the 15th century, followed by the Iverican conquest in the 17th century. After uprisings, the country gained independence in 1753. The 19th century was marked by political instability, but also by progress in education and civil rights. In the 20th century, periods of military control alternated with democratic governments, seeking to combat corruption and inflation. In 2002, an unprecedented economic crisis struck, leading to the resignation of President Eduardo Chapo. Luis Mesa came to power in 2006, ushering in a calmer period until 2019. The Santa Polvo cartel emerged in 2010, taking control of the drug trade leading to a drug war. President Mesa will resign in 2019 after a scandal related to the Santa Polvo cartel, he will be replaced by Andreas Lineria. Today the country is one of the most corrupt state in the wurld, the government of Presidente Lineria is completely under the orders of the cartel and pretends not seeing the recurring massacres in the country. In 2020, the country was classified as a Narco-State due to the Pecarian government turning a blind eye towards drug cartels. Today, Pecario is plagued by corruption and violence related to drug trafficking.

Etymology

According to legend, centuries ago, before the formation of the country we know today as Pecario, the lands were inhabited by indigenous tribes. Among these tribes, there was a particularly respected and influential group that worshipped a sacred animal: the "pecario".

The pecario would be an emblematic animal of the region, a rare and mysterious creature, similar to a wild boar but with distinctive features. Its presence was considered a sign of fertility and prosperity for indigenous communities. The ancients considered the pecario as the guardian of forests, rivers and mountains, and they attached great spiritual importance to him. When the Iverican conquerors arrived in the area, they were intrigued by the stories of this sacred animal. They began naming the area after this legendary being, "Pecario," in homage to its deep cultural significance and importance to indigenous peoples.

Thus, the name "Pecario" would have become the symbol of the connection between the past and the present, a reminder of the cultural roots of this fictitious nation, rooted in respect for nature and the harmonious coexistence between man and the earth.

History

Prehistory and Tuachec period

The earliest evidences of human presence in Pecarian territory have been dated to approximately 12,000 BCE. Pecarian societies were based on agriculture, using techniques such as irrigation and terracing; camelid husbandry and fishing were also important.

The area now known as Pecario had been occupied for over 2,500 years when the Guaruma arrived. However, the present-day Guaruma are associated with the ancient civilization of the Guaruma Empire which had its capital at Vunawaku, in the east of Pecario. The capital city of Vunawaku dates from as early as 1500 BC when it was a small village based on agriculture. The Guaruma community grew to urban proportions between 700 AD and 900 AD, becoming an important regional power in Mesothalassa. As the rainfall decreased, the surplus of food decreased, and thus the amount available to underpin the power of the elites. Vunawaku disappeared around 1000 AD. The area remained uninhabited for centuries thereafter.They carved into rocks many petroglyphs throughout the country, notably those located in Guarpo.

A petroglyph at Guarpo dating from around 1000 AD

Traces of Sjådska presence dating back to 320 BC on the banks of Manamana Bay attest to an active passage of this people. No physical structure has been discovered, but the discovery of an Útskip wreck near Marelia suggests that the Sjådska used the bay for trading and travel. It is likely that they traded and maintained good relations with the tribes present in the territory.

The ruins of Kallanka, an important Tuachec religious site

In the 14th century, the Tuachec empire emerged as a powerful state which, in the span of a century, formed the largest empire in Mesothalassa with their capital in Amauta. The Tuachec of Amauta originally represented one of the small and relatively minor ethnic groups, the Quepec. Gradually, as early as the thirteenth century, they began to expand and incorporate their neighbors. Tuachec expansion was slow until about the middle of the fifteenth century, when the pace of conquest began to accelerate, particularly under the rule of the emperor Huayna Cápac. Under his rule and that of his son, Yama Cápac, the Tuachec came to control most of the region of modern Pecario, with a population of 10 to 15 million inhabitants under their rule. Cápac also promulgated a comprehensive code of laws to govern his empire, while consolidating his absolute temporal and spiritual authority as the God of the Moon. The official language of the empire was Quepec, although hundreds of local languages and dialects were spoken. The Tuachec leadership encouraged the worship of Quilla, the moon god and imposed its sovereignty above other cults.The Tuachec considered their King, the Vagra Tuachec, to be the "child of the moon". We also owe them the Tuachec roads, a vast road network linking the regions of the empire to the capital city. It served as an economic and political integrative axis.

Conquest and colonial period

De Montega Seizing Viracocha IV

When Viracocha IV, the last Vagra Tuachec, became emperor in 1631, he inherited an empire weakened by a long famine and divided by quarrels of bellicose nobles. In October 1630, the stillian conquistador Diego de Montega landed with his men on the coast of Pecario. He is one of the migrants who are part of the Gran Viatge fleeing the Iberic Empire. He quickly founded a first city named San Luis and then helped by rebellious Tuachec nobles he defeated and captured Emperor Viracocha IV at the Battle of Tawantinsuyo. After years of preliminary exploration and military conflicts, it was the first step in a long campaign that took decades of fighting but ended in stillian victory and colonization of the region known as the Kingdom of Pecario with its capital at Santa Borbones, The conquest of Pecario led to spin-off campaigns throughout the country as well as expeditions to quell native resistance. The last Tuachec resistance was suppressed when the Stillian annihilated the Neo-Tuachec State in Tuyuq Wasi in 1652.

Portait of Diego De Montega, conqueror of the Tuachec Empire

The Indigenous population dramatically collapsed overwhelmingly due to epidemic diseases introduced by the Stillians as well as exploitation and socio-economic change king Francisco Perez reorganized the country in the 1670s with gold and silver mining as its main economic activity and Native forced labor as its primary workforce. With the discovery of the great silver and gold lodes at San Marañón, the viceroyalty flourished as an important provider of mineral resources. With the conquest started the spread of Tacolism; most people were forcefully converted to Tacolism, with Stillian clerics believing that the Native Peoples "had been corrupted by the Devil". It only took a generation to convert the population. They built churches in every city and replaced some of the Tuachec temples with churches, such as the Qoli Tempe in the city of Santa Borbones. The church employed the Inquisition, making use of torture to ensure that newly converted Tacolics did not stray to other religions or beliefs, and monastery schools, educating girls, especially of the Tuachec nobility and upper class. Pecarian Tacolism follows the syncretism, in which religious native rituals have been integrated with Tacolic celebrations.In this endeavor, the church came to play an important role in the acculturation of the Natives, drawing them into the cultural orbit of the Stillian settlers.

Facade of the Convent of Santo Domingo in Santa Borbones, built on the base of a Tuachec temple

In the 18th century, the kingdom sought to reconnect with its roots and contact was made with the Iverica. The various internal struggles for the position of king of Pecario had greatly weakened the country and threatened to cause its to collapse. After multiple discussions with Iverica, it was decided that the kingdom would be rearranged into a semi-autonomous corregimientos of the Republic. The Treaty of Gorgia of 1717 allowed Pecario to find himself guided by a well-established and stable state. The treaty allowed many Iveric immigrants to settle in the colony, resulting in a significant demographic and economic boom. The conquest and colony brought a mix of cultures and ethnicities that did not exist before the Stillians conquered the Pecarian territory. Even though many of the Tuachec traditions were lost or diluted, new customs, traditions and knowledge were added, creating a rich mixed Pecarian culture. One of the most important Indigenous rebellions against the Ivericans were that of Juan Santos Viracocha in 1732.

Independence

The history of Pecario's independence is marked by a series of complex and tumultuous events that led to the break with the Iverican government. In the mid-18th century, a civil War broke out in Iverica, resulting in a significant decline in the central government's authority over its colonies, including Pecario. Taking advantage of this period of instability in Iverica, the Pecarian leaders began to claim their autonomy and seek to free themselves from the Iveric authority. Tensions increased between the loyalists, who supported the maintenance of Iveric control, and the separatists who aspired to national autonomy.

In 1752, faced with pressure from independence movements and due to the civil war, the Iveric government decided to withdraw peacefully from its colonies, including Pecario. The Treaty of Soledad formalized the country's independence.

However, despite the peaceful withdrawal of the Iverican government, tensions remain between the loyalists and the separatists. The loyalists refused to recognize the treaty, arguing that the political situation in Iverica rendered the signing null and void. The loyalists accused the separatists of traitors to the Republic and took up arms. The first clash took place in Santa Borja in February 1753. The separatists, led by General Andres Torres, won a crucial victory that strengthened their determination.

After the battle, the loyalist forces entrenched themselves in the north in the mountains of the Cordillera del Sol, leaving the precious resources to the separatists. The loyalists will use the mountainous terrain to create guerrilla warfare and harass enemy soldiers. In 1756 the Siege of Santa Polvo, a strategically important city held by the Loyalists, took place. The separatist forces, under the command of Ricardo Morales, besieged the city for several months before liberating it from the enemy forces. In 1756, Ricardo Morales was defeated and killed in Juago by loyalist troops. In 1760 the Battle of Valle Verde took place, a decisive battle in the mountainous region of Valle Verde. The pro-independence forces, led by General Antonio Torres and Diego Ramirez, won a resounding victory that swept away the last loyalist pockets.

In August 1760, the Treaty of Bochines was ratified between loyalist and separatist representatives signing the end of the War of Independence and officially forming the Republic of Pecario. General Antonio Torres, hero of the War of Independence, is voted to be the first president of the newly founded country. He will become the most popular Pecarian national hero to this day. In 1766 the Treaty of Soledad was resigned at Santa Borbones by Iverica after the end of the Iverican Civil War, putting an official end to the colonial era of Pecario and calming for good the ardour of the last loyalists.

Geography

Laguna Esmeralda in Chacaltaya

The geography of the country exhibits a great variety of terrain and climates. Pecario has a high level of biodiversity considered one of the greatest in the world, as well as several ecoregions with ecological sub-units such as the Meseta, dry valleys, and the Llanuras, which is a tropical savanna. These areas feature enormous variations in altitude, from an elevation of 8900 meters (106,800 ft) above sea level in Pico del Alba to nearly 70 meters (230 ft).

Pecario can be divided into three physiographic regions:

Desierto de Sal de Sol in Marenia

• The Cordillera region in the north spans 34% of the national territory. It contains some of the highest spots in all of Eurth such as the Pico del Alba, with an altitude of 8,900 meters (106,800 ft), and the Pico Nevado, at 8,750 meters (105,000 ft). Also in this region that are the Meseta and the Desierto de Sal de Sol, which is the largest salt flat in the world and an important source of lithium.

• The Sub-Cordillera region in the center and south of the country is an intermediate region between the Meseta and the Pampas (plain); this region comprises 17% of the territory of Pecario. It is distinguished by its farming activities and its temperate climate.

• The Pampas region in the south comprises 49% of the territory. It is located to the South of the Cordillera del Sol. It is a region of flat land and small plateaus, all covered by extensive dry forests containing enormous biodiversity.

Llamas and mountains of the Cordillera del Sol in Las Cumbres

Geology

The geology of Pecario includes a variety of different lithologies as well as tectonic and sedimentary environments. The country lies at the end of the Aurelia plate and borders caused by Tiauhain plate and the Paran plate. This can cause major earthquakes and Pecario has already suffered violent earthquakes during its history, the most recent being that of 2003 which killed more than 2000 people.

Climate

The climate of Pecario varies drastically from one eco-region to the other, from the tropics in the south to a polar climate in the north. The summers are warm, humid in the east and dry in the west, with rains that often modify temperatures, humidity, winds, atmospheric pressure and evaporation, yielding very different climates in different areas.Winters are very cold in the west, and it snows in the mountain ranges, while in the southern regions, windy days are more common.

Pecarian jaguar

Biodiversity

Pecario's variable altitudes, allow for a vast biologic diversity. Within this geographic area there are several natural parks and reserves such as the Parque Nacional del Sol Eterno, Reserva Costera del Coral, Parque Nacional de los Picos Nevados, and the Reserva del Desierto de Sal, among others.

Pecario boasts over 15,000 species of seed plants, including over 1,100 species of fern, 1,300 species of marchantiophyta and moss, and at least 700 species of fungus. In addition, there are more than 2,500 species of medicinal plants. Pecariois considered the place of origin for such species as peppers and chili peppers, peanuts, the common beans, yucca, and several species of palm. Pecario also naturally produces over 3,000 kinds of potatoes.

Pecario has more than 2,700 animal species, including 380 mammals, over 1,100 birds , 196 amphibians, 263 reptiles, and 625 fish, in addition there are more than 2,800 types of butterfly, and more than 55 domestic animals.

Environmental policy

A Ministry of Environment and Water was created in 2006 after the election of Luis Mesa in 2006. The presence of the Santa Polvo cartel represents a significant challenge for Pecario's environmental policy. The cartel is deeply involved in drug trafficking, including cocaine, which lead to environmental degradation and damage to the country's fragile ecosystems. The cartel's illegal activities, such as deforestation to grow coca crops, pollution generated by drug processing, and the dumping of chemicals into the wild, damage Pecario's biodiversity and natural resources.

In addition, corruption and conflicts related to the cartel can weaken conservation efforts and the implementation of effective environmental policies. The government relies on public awareness and education on the harmful consequences of drug trafficking on the environment are essential to mobilize the population of Pecario to preserve the country's ecosystem.

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  A carnivorous animal.

Politics

Head of State.

Head of Government.

Pecario has experienced a diverse political landscape throughout its history, marked by periods of democratic governance and occasional challenges to its stability. Since gaining independence in 1752, the nation has been governed by various forms of government, including democratically elected leaders and periods of authoritarian rule.

In the early years of Pecario's independence, there were internal conflicts and power struggles, leading to a brief period of civil unrest. However, by the early 1800s, the nation established a tradition of peaceful transfers of power between different political parties, contributing to a relatively stable democratic system. The political scene in Pecario has been characterized by the presence of multiple parties vying for power. Over the years, parties such as the Nationalist Independence Party, the Pecarian Democratic Movement, and the Freedom Coalition have held significant influence in the presidency and the parliament.

In more recent times, Pecario has faced some challenges to its democratic institutions. In 2003, President Juan El Chapo faced a severe economic crisis that led to mass protests and his eventual resignation. In 2006, President Luis Mesa came to power, bringing a period of relative calm and stability.

In 2019, Pecario experienced a notable shift in its political landscape when the government of President Luis Mesa faced widespread protests and accusations of corruption. Mesa resigned from office, and a period of political uncertainty followed. Jeanine Áñez, a former senator, assumed the role of acting President, temporarily leading the country until new elections could be held.

In 2020, Pecario held presidential elections, resulting in the election of President Andreas Lineria, who took office later that year. Lineria's presidency has been characterized by efforts to address corruption, promote social reforms, and strengthen the nation's economy.

The constitution of Pecario, drafted between 2006 and 2007 and approved in 2009, lays the foundation for a balanced governance structure, dividing powers between the executive, legislative, judicial, and electoral branches. It also grants various levels of autonomy to different regions within the country. However, despite these provisions, the executive branch traditionally wields significant influence, often overshadowing the role of the Congress, which mainly focuses on debating and approving legislation proposed by the executive.

The judiciary in Pecario is composed of the Supreme Court, departmental courts, and lower courts. Unfortunately, this sector has long suffered from issues of corruption and inefficiency. In an effort to address these challenges and reform the judicial system, the government has made revisions to the constitution in 1996, followed by enacting further laws. Additionally, the government has taken steps to decentralize power, granting more autonomy to departments, municipalities, and indigenous territories.

At the helm of the executive branch stands the President and Vice President, and their cabinet comprises a variable number of government ministries, currently totaling 20. The President is elected through popular vote for a five-year term and governs from the Presidential Palace, colloquially known as the Emerald Palace (Palacio Esmeralda) located in Santa Borbones. In cases where no candidate secures an absolute majority of the popular vote or a lead of more than 10% over the second-place candidate with at least 40% of the vote, a run-off election is held between the top two contenders.

The legislative body, known as the Asamblea Legislativa Plurinacional (Plurinational Legislative Assembly), consists of two chambers. The Cámara de Diputados (Chamber of Deputies) comprises 130 members serving five-year terms, with 63 elected from single-member districts, 60 by proportional representation, and seven representing minority indigenous peoples from seven departments. The Cámara de Senadores (Chamber of Senators) consists of 36 members, four per department. Assembly members are also elected for five-year terms. The Vice President assumes the titular headship of the combined Assembly.

The judiciary in Pecario encompasses the Supreme Court of Justice, the Plurinational Constitutional Court, the Judiciary Council, the Agrarian and Environmental Court, and District and lower courts.

Capital

Pecario has its constitutionally recognized capital in Santa Borbones. Santa Borbones was proclaimed the provisional capital of the newly Kingdom of Pecario on 8 September 1632. The 2009 Constitution assigns the role of national capital to Santa Borbones. In addition to being the constitutional capital, the Supreme Court of Pecario is located in Santa Borbones, making it the judicial capital. Furthermore, the Palacio Esmeralda (the Presidential Palace and seat of Pecarian executive power) is located in Santa Borbones, as are the National Congress and Plurinational Electoral Organ.

Foreign relations

Pecarian Vice President Gabriel Valdez greets Juan Carlos Mendoza at his inauguration in Manamana City, 2020.

At the international level, Pecario aims to strengthen its relations with other countries of the world, especially those with similar interests in sustainable development, environmental protection and the promotion of human rights. Due to its history and natural wealth, Pecario also attracts the attention of foreign investors and business partners. Pecario's government seeks to encourage foreign investment while protecting national interests and ensuring that foreign companies operate in accordance with the country's laws and regulations.

Despite its efforts to promote positive relations with other countries, Pecario may also face challenges internationally, including issues related to security, drug trafficking and corruption. These issues may influence relations with certain countries, but the Pecarian government is trying to resolve them through dialogue and cooperation.

Army

The Pecarian military comprises three branches: Ejército (Army), Naval (Navy) and Fuerza Aérea (Air Force).

The Pecarian army has around 31,500 men. There are six military regions in the army. The army is organized into ten divisions. The Bolivian Naval Force (Fuerza Naval Boliviana in Spanish) is a naval force about 10,000 strong in 2008. The Pecarian Air Force ('Fuerza Aérea Pecariana' or "FAP") has nine air bases, located at Santa Borbones, San Rafael, Santa Lucía, Ciudad del Sol, Nueva Estrella and Valleluz.

Law and order

There are 34 prisons in Pecario, which incarcerate around 6,500 people as of 2018. The prisons are managed by the Penitentiary Regime Directorate (Iverican: Dirección de Régimen Penintenciario). There are 10 prisons in departmental capital cities and 22 provincial prisons.

Admninistrative divisions

Pecario has nine departments : Chacaltaya, Monteflor, Riofresco, Las Cumbres, Valleluz, Costa del Sol, Tierra Verde, San Mariano, Costa Dorada.

According to what is established by the Pecarian Political Constitution, the Law of Autonomies and Decentralization regulates the procedure for the elaboration of Statutes of Autonomy, the transfer and distribution of direct competences between the central government and the autonomous entities.

There are four levels of decentralization: Departmental government, constituted by the Departmental Assembly, with rights over the legislation of the department. The governor is chosen by universal suffrage. Municipal government, constituted by a Municipal Council, with rights over the legislation of the municipality. The mayor is chosen by universal suffrage. Regional government, formed by several provinces or municipalities of geographical continuity within a department. It is constituted by a Regional Assembly. Original indigenous government, self-governance of original indigenous people on the ancient territories where they live.

Economy

Pecario's economy is a complex system that takes advantage of its geographical diversity and abundant natural resources. As a developing nation in Alharu, Pecario has experienced sustained economic growth, with a gross domestic product (GDP) of $200 billion and a GDP per capita of $9,995.

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