Anikatia-Belhavia Relations
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Template:Infobox Bilateral relations
Anikatia-Belhavia Relations (Anikatian: 안니카탸-벨하비아 관계 ; annikatya-belhabia gwangye), refers to the interstate relations between Anikatia (with its various governments through history) and Belhavia. It is a continuation of Belhavian–DSRA relations covering 1951-2001. Spanning nearly three centuries, it has often varied between periods of stability and trade with some open conflict, most notably during the Myrdesian Civil War and the Nazali War.
Historically each nation regards each other as an ideological, political and cultural competitors as Belhavia and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Anikatia were both leading members on opposing sides of the Cold War. Both countries were 'de facto' permanent members of the World Council Grand Tribunal until the end of the Cold War when Anikatia lost its' seat. Currently, each nation has realised the importance of work as strategic partners towards similar goals.
Ties have been strengthened in recent years by the Southern Partnership Commerce Initiative, the Baek government achieved substantial gains in furthering positive bilateral relations in recent years. As members of the SOPCOMM, they are key regional trading partners. The two nations share treaties over bilateral trade, regional trade, as well as some limited military intelligence sharing in the post-Cold War era within the Ashizwean region.
Public opinion between both countries tends to fluctuate around 20 to 50 percent. As of 2015, Belhavia's public opinion of Anikatia is at 48%, while Anikatia's public opinion of Belhavia is significantly lower at 34%. The recent decline in numbers has been attributed to the Sui government's policies, such as the tightening of controls over the media.
Despite the tensions and differences between both countries, Anikatia and Belhavia have mutual economic, and security interests, including, but not limited to, international peace and stability within the Ashizwean and Far East regions, although there are unresolved concerns relating to issues over political ideology, and cultural issues in both respective countries.
Country comparison
 Republic of Anikatia
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File:NB flag in Pardes.png Empire of Belhavia | |
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| Populations | 212,97 million (2015) | 132.95 million (2015) |
| Area | 2,807,292.00 sq m | 2,867,735.00 sq mi |
| Population density | 75.86/sq mi | 46.1/sq mi |
| Capital | Antiytia | Provisa |
| Largest city | Antiytia | Dakos |
| Government | Federal semi-presidential constitutional republic | Federal presidential constitutional monarchy |
| Current Leader | President Sui Anyi (head of state) Prime Minister Do Eun-sook (head of government) |
HIM Emperor Aaron III (head of state) President Eli Goldman (head of government) |
| Official languages | Anikatian and English | None at federal level but English and Yiddish de facto |
| Main religions | 50.35% Folk Yeosindo, or "not-religious" 24.53% Yeosindo 18.32% Romulan Catholicism 2.54% Islam 1.85% Protestant 1.57%Sunni Islam 1.26% Orthodox Christianity 1.04% various Islam sects 0.54% JudaismJewish |
Jewish (75.1%) irreligious (9.2%) Romulan Catholicism (7.9%) Islam (4.6%) various Protestant Christian sects (2.35%) Orthodox Christianity (0.5%) Yeosindo (0.35%) |
| GDP (nominal) (2015) | $5,711 Trillion ($26,816.85 per capita) | $6.997 Trillion ($51,918.73 per capita) |
| Military expenditures | $212.459 billion (3.72% of GDP) | $349.889 billion (5.01% of GDP) |
History
Cold War
After Great Eastern War ended in 1948, the hostility between the Republic of Anikatia and the Communist People's Party exploded into open civil war. The government lost effective control of mainland Anikatia in 1950. However, the Communist People's Party was hostile to the Belhavian presence, and all Belhavian personnel were withdrawn from the mainland in early 1950. Following the establishment of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Anikatia in 1951, the Belhavian government was hostile to the new Socialist state. Belhavia placed an embargo on the Democratic Socialist Republic of Anikatia and in response, the DSRA seized all Belhavian assets and properties. In contrast to most of the world Belhavia did not formally recognise the Democratic Socialist Republic of Anikatia for a period of 40 years. Instead, the Belhavia maintained diplomatic relations through backchannels or via proxy with close allies such as Arthurista or the United Republic of Emmeria.
In 1991 after a landmark deal was reached after months of secret closed-door negotiations, formal diplomatic ties were established with the Democratic Socialist Republic of Anikatia. Many Belhavian businessmen supported the move, because there was hope for large-scale trade and boost to the global economy. The Anikatians promised not to invade engage in spying inside Belhavia, but did so anyhow. It is believed that a commitment to non-aggression with the crown colony of New Shelvoy was a key part of the agreement on the Belhavian side. Yehuda Bar-Cohen was named ambassador from 1991 to 1994. They arrived in Antiytia with high hopes for Belhavia-DSRA relations, their view of the Anikatian leadership soured over the course of their term as ambassador. By the end of their tenure they were openly hostile to the DSRA government and they remained an outspoken anti-communist for the rest of their life.
Post-Cold War
Modern Relations
Military and security
During the Cold War the nations were in direct competition with Belhavia one of the leading Free Pardes and anti-communist nations, while Anikatia (then the DSRA) was one of the leading members of the Otterup Pact. Relations were hostile and were largely defined by ongoing ideology, political and cultural opposition and the very real threats of nuclear war. Full diplomatic relations between the two countries were established late due to the mutual hostility and periods of open conflict. Since the end of the Cold War both nations have worked together to maintain international security and stability.
Trade
During the Cold War the nations were in direct ideological competition, as a result trade was very limited to nonexistent. After the collapse of the DSRA, ties were normalised and Anikatia and Belhavia quickly established trading ties with each nation representing the largest economies within their respective regions. As signatories of the Treaty of Sussex, Anikatia and Belhavia are members of SOPCOMM, making the nations subject to its standardised tariff schedules, excise taxes, and border fees.