Gallicelèstia
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Technocratic Republic of Gallicelèstia Repubblica Gallicelèstiana Tecnocratica Republica Gallicelèstiana Tecnocratica Republica Tecnocratica d’Azuvalia iRiphabhulikhi Sezobuchwepheshe Yasezulwinia | |
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Motto: "Perspicacia, Perseveranza, Progresso" (Gallian) "Perspicacitat, Perseverança, Progrès" (Orlatan) "Perspicáçita, Perseverànza, Progrèsso" (Nuolinguan) "Ukuqonda, Ukubekezela, Ukuthuthuka" (Zhusu) "Perspicacity, Perseverance, Progress" (English) | |
Anthem: "Nostra Patria" | |
| Capital and largest city | Nuovo Faro |
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| Demonym(s) | Gallicelèstian |
| Government | Unitary Technocratic Republic |
• Senator | Altros Spirantus |
• Chairwoman | Lucilla Santoro |
| Legislature | Technocratic Council, Congress of Ministries, Ministerial Fora |
| Independence from Gallia | |
| 15 May 1959 | |
| 2 April 1992 | |
| 1 January 2055 | |
| 13 May 2085 | |
| 2 February 2103 | |
| Area | |
• Total | 2,217,948 km2 (856,355 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• 2224 census | 768,916,567 |
• Density | 346.4/km2 (897.2/sq mi) |
| GDP (PPP) | 2224 estimate |
• Total | $4,073.611 trillion |
• Per capita | $5,297,858 |
| GDP (nominal) | 2224 estimate |
• Total | $4,073.611 trillion |
• Per capita | $5,297,858 |
| Gini (2224) |  27.5low |
| HDI (2224) |  0.921very high |
| Currency | Technocratic Transaction Unit (₸) (TEC) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (GST) |
| Date format | dd/mm/yyyy (CE) |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +511 |
| Internet TLD | .gc |
Gallicelèstia, officially the Technocratic Republic of Gallicelèstia (Gallian: Repubblica Gallicelèstiana Tecnocratica), is a country located in Northern Eacas, situated between the Arelian Sea and the Gulf of Celèstia. It consists of a wide isthmus and two major islands. It is delimited by the Lecardian Mountains in the north. Gallicelèstia is a biodiversity hotspot with unique biomes, plant, and animal life. With a population of approximately 769 million (2224), Gallicelèstia is the most populous nation in Eacas and the third-most populous country on Astrius. Gallicelèstia's capital and largest city is Nuovo Faro with an approximate population of 45.2 million (2224). 37.15% of the Gallicelèstian population are White Gallicelèstians (Tenebrisian Gallicelèstians). Of the remaining population, 36.93% are Colored Gallicelèstians (multiracial Gallicelèstians), 21.11% are Black Gallicelèstian, and 4.81% are Nazderan Gallicelèstians. The Gallicelèstian society is diverse and multiethnic.
Akin to other Eacan nations, Gallicelèstia's history has been shaped by instability and the vestiges of colonialism. The emergence of the Gallicelèstian Unity Party post-independence from Gallia in 1959 was precipitated by the institutionalization of racial segregation in 1946. Discriminatory laws and practices persisted for decades, causing a prolonged struggle for racial equality and social justice initiated by the Gallicelèstian Liberty Congress and other anti-Separazza activists within and outside Gallicelèstia's borders.
In the mid-1980s, the repeal of segregationist laws, regulations, and policy began. With the signing of the constitution of the Gallicelèstian Presidential Republic, the formerly disenfranchised Black Gallicelèstians were granted voting rights in 1992. The anti-Separazza movement has been central to Gallicelèstia's history, reflecting the broader struggle for political representation and empowerment in the post-colonial world. After 1992, all ethnic and linguistic groups held political representation in a liberal presidential republic.
Historians argue that the Gallicelèstian Presidential Republic was an anomaly in Eacas for its relative progressivism. The First Republic expended significant efforts to reconcile the multiethnic society post-Separazza and address the widespread socioeconomic inequality.
A terrorist attack perpetrated by fascist elements jolted the nation in 2002. This precipitated the Savior Act, enabling law enforcement authorities and intelligence agencies to expand and enhance their surveillance capabilities. This started the “Gallicelèstian War on Terrorism”.
In 2026, a whistleblower exposed that electoral fraud permitted right-wing nationalist Valentina Altadonna's to become the president of Gallicelèstia; she was elected in 2024. This revelation sparked the Gallicelèstian Spring, a period of heightened social tensions and intranational conflict, which ultimately ended when the military assumed power until new elections were held in 2027, observed and monitored by independent international parties.
The environmental policies of the national governments were insufficient, resulting in the first climate-induced migration crisis by 2030. Famines and droughts in Eacas caused an estimated minimum of ten million people to seek asylum in Gallicelèstia between 2030 and 2035. The influx of refugees with diverse ethnic backgrounds, many of whom had been embroiled in conflicts, engendered social unrest. The refugee crisis and related issues led to President Kagiso Mlinga's electoral victory in 2035. In an effort to secure the Gallicelèstian borders and counter illegal immigration, the Mlinga administration erected barricades that have since been significantly enhanced. In 2039, the legal framework, Protection of the Economy and the People Act, was passed, impeding illegal immigration and shifting toward a protectionist economic doctrine. Under the 1951 Refugee Convention, "climate refugees" are not considered victims of discriminatory persecution, and, thus, were considered illegal immigrants.
During the second climate migration crisis, several million refugees attempted to migrate to Gallicelèstia, starting in 2041. More than 90% of asylum seekers were denied entry into the country as they lacked documentation, or a legally recognized asylum or refugee status. An estimated 500,000 asylum seekers died while attempting to cross the Gallicelèstian border illegally. However, social tensions continued to escalate and reached levels unprecedented since 1991 by 2051 despite the efforts of right-wing governments to curtail illegal immigration. A majority voted in favor of changing the type of government in the Referendum of 2054, establishing the first automatocracy in 2055.
The Gallicelèstian Automatocracy, colloquially referred to as the Second Regime, sought to address social unrest by implementing measures that disproportionately affected individuals not of colonial descent, including restrictions on reproductive rights, forced displacement, and the persecution of dissidents. The government-mandated sterilization and termination of pregnancies among individuals of non-colonial ancestry, and capital punishment significantly altered the demographic composition of Gallicelèstia.
In 2085 the five-year-long Gallicelèstian Civil War ended with the defeat of the Second Regime.
The constitution of the Second Gallicelèstian Republic was officially adopted and came into force in 2085. The Second Republic was a bicameral parliamentary republic. In 2086, the Reparations Bill was enacted to redress the damages inflicted upon the nation and its peoples, particularly individuals of non-colonial descent.
In 2089, Gallicelèstia committed to achieving "zero carbon emissions" by 2109. While conflicts over territory, resources, and the escalating climate crisis resulted in new migration crises during the Second Regime, only a few individuals attempted to seek asylum in Gallicelèstia prior to the victory of the Gallicelèstian Liberation Front. From 2092, millions of people sought to migrate to Gallicelèstia to escape ecological collapse, conflict, and persecution, or return. The resurgence of nationalist movements in the Second Republic has been partially attributed to the permeability of its borders. During the Gallicelèstian Civil War the Great Wall of Gallicelèstia had been partially destroyed.
In 2103, an initiative supported by centrist and leftist parties materialized in the form of the Technocratic Referendum, securing a majority of 63.5% in favor, providing for the institutionalization of expert rule within Gallicelèstia. The Technocratic Council has since been entrusted with governing the nation. Aspiring council members undergo a meticulous and rigorous testing process, wherein they must exhibit diverse skills and expertise.
The Technocratic Council elects the formal head of government, referred to as the Chairperson, it is customary to elect the person who has received the highest testing score. Chairwoman Lucilla Santoro is the head of government of the current administration.
In a distinct electoral procedure, the populace of Gallicelèstia elects the head of state, referred to as the Senator. The Senator's role is primarily symbolic unless exigent circumstances necessitate endowing the Senator with substantial powers. At present, Senator Altros Spirantus is the head of state.
Gallicelèstia is a highly developed country, ranking 8th in the Human Development Index. It commands the third-largest nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) globally and excels in key indicators such as life expectancy, quality of life, healthcare, and education. The nation's prominence extends beyond its domestic achievements, as it assumes a significant role in shaping regional and global dynamics across economic, military, cultural, and diplomatic spheres.
Gallicelèstia is a great power, playing a pivotal role in both regional and global affairs. Its influence is reflected in its status as a leading member of the United Nations of Astrius, contributing to international policy and cooperation. Gallicelèstia's status as a scientific superpower is evidenced by its contributions to various fields throughout history, solidifying its status as a global science and technology hub. Its historical trajectory reinforces its reputation as a pioneering force in research and development. Gallicelèstia's influence, and contributions have rendered it a leader in scientific and technological advancements.