INTRODUCTION
The Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia, commonly called as the DPRU or Urbonia, is a territorial micronation located in the Philippines. The capital and largest city of the republic is Shiro-shi.
The Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia was proclaimed on February 21, 2013 as a successor state to the People's State of San Andreas, which was established on May 7, 2013. The Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia is a parliamentary constitutional republic with a multi-party system, with the National People's Party under President Migs Caldeo being the major party. It is also a sovereign and independent country under the Montevideo Convention of 1933 and it has a foreign policy of peaceful co-existence with other countries. Like most countries, the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia has its own government, currency, constitution, holidays, awards and decorations, as well as a space program. For further information about our country, explore our webpages, or refer to our MicroWiki page. For further questions, go to our contact page. |
URBONIA
Motto: One People's Republic Towards The Final Goal Anthem: Long Live Our People's State Full name: Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia Capital: Shiro-shi Official language: English, Filipino Demonym: Urbonians Government: Parliamentary republic Head of state: President Migs Caldeo Founded: May 7, 2012 Area: 18.3 sq. km. Population: 14 Currency: Urbonian Ora Time Zone: Urbonian Standard Time (UTC+8:04) |
TERRITORY AND POPULATION
The total land area of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia is 18.3 sq. km. and there are currently 14 citizens in the country.
The Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia consists of one directly-administered city and three districts. These are the administrative divisions of the republic: |
Administrative division
SHIRO-SHI
KITA-GUN NAN-GUN TOU-GUN |
Type
Directly-administered city
District District District |
Area
2.91 sq. km.
3.76 sq. km. 6.94 sq. km. 4.69 sq, km. |
Population
0
4 6 4 |
HISTORY
Urbonia came from the Esperanto word "urbon" which meant urban and it was added to the Latin suffix "-ia", which literally meant "land of urban".
The former name of the country, San Andreas, is the Spanish translation for St. Andrew, and its origins can be traced back to the video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, where much of the planning for the creation of the micronation took place.
PEOPLE'S STATE OF SAN ANDREAS (MAY 7, 2012 - FEBRUARY 21, 2013)
The origins of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia can be traced back when President Migs Caldeo declared the establishment of the People's State of San Andreas on May 7, 2012 at 18:10, while installing himself as the president of the country. The creation of the state was the result of extensive research of President Caldeo on the idea of micronationalism.
Within two weeks, San Andreas adopted its own flag, anthem, established an armed forces, and started conducting diplomatic activities. It also established the People's Assembly, the legislative body of the government. The official currency of San Andreas, the ora, was also adopted and a virtual space program was started.
On May 10, 2012, following the Grand Intermicronational Alliance victory against the League of Countries, San Andreas declared the alliance as a "threat" and announced an embargo. The dispute with the Grand Intermicronational Alliance would last for two weeks, ending on May 24, with San Andreas withdrawing its embargo and announcing its membership in the alliance.
On May 29, 2012, the first constitution of the People's State of San Andreas was adopted, and this was followed by the nation's first general elections on June 10 in which President Migs Caldeo was elected president with 80 percent of the votes. The first government of the country was inaugurated on June 17, 2012.
The era called the First Government saw the successful creation of indigenous technologies in the nation's virtual space program, as well as the 6.25 Incident, where the country's Ministry of Immigration was attacked by foreign assailants in an attempt to destabilize the country.
The First Government era ended on June 30, 2012 as President Migs Caldeo declared martial law after the People's Assembly had failed to conduct a meeting for several weeks. He outlawed the constitution, dissolved the People's Assembly, and placed all government agencies under his power in order to safeguard the country.
On July 4, a second constitution was adopted, and elections were held on July 13 for the People's Assembly, with the military government being replaced by the Second Government on July 24, 2012.
On June 30, 2012, the People's State of San Andreas sent support to the Kingdom of Rostyland, a nation recognized by the country, due to the "civil war" that was supposedly ravaging the nation. Suspicions began to arise on the true events of the war within days of the announcement of support. On July 10, President Caldeo announced the withdrawal of support to Rostyland after investigations showed that it was attacking another micronation called the Territory of Ledicarus under the disguise of a civil war.
A series of provocations were made by the government of Rostyland following the San Andrean action and on July 19, without the knowledge of the San Andrean government, had declared war, only to be retracted six hours later after the intervention of the Worker's Democratic Republic under Freya, which brought a de facto end to the war. A peace treaty was signed on July 22, but strained relations continued until San Andreas cut diplomatic relations indefinitely on August 28.
The Second Government saw the start of the "golden era" of the People's State of San Andreas. During this time, the national virtual space program increased its activity which resulted to more scientific breakthroughs in terms of space exploration. This period also saw the increase of population in the country with 45 citizens as of October 2012.
The Second Government era was also the golden era of San Andrean politics with the increase of government and political activities with the founding of the country's two major political parties, the National People's Party and the Monarchist Party.
On January 18, 2013, President Migs Caldeo won re-election in the country's second general election after winning 64 percent of the popular votes against Karla Ngitngit, who won 36 percent of the popular votes. The National People's Party also won a majority against the Monarchist Party in the election for the People's Assembly.
On January 24, 2013, the People's Assembly approved the Dissolution Act which approved the transition of the country to the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia, which is one of President Caldeo's agenda for the country.
The power to run the country was given to the Transitional Government which is led by President Caldeo. This government is responsible for the peaceful transition to the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia and exercises supreme leadership in the country.
On February 21, 2012, a coup d' etat began as the Fourth People's Assembly, supported by the People's Security Force, demanded the resignation of President Caldeo following his disapproval on the creation of a military citing the nation's international obligations. The coup plotters installed the head of the People's Security Force, General Vince Tambaoan, as president of the country.
In response to the coup, President Migs Caldeo declared a state of emergency and established the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia as a precautionary response. The newly established republic was supported by foreign governments during the coup attempt.
On February 22, 2012, the coup plotters surrendered and agreed to the ultimatum of the government. The two sides began negotiations on the creation of a new government on the same day.
Negotiations between the government and the coup plotters deteriorated as the coup plotters renewed their anti-government activities, and this resulted with Operation Nadeko on February 28, 2013, where loyal Urbonian forces, aided by its neighbor, the Principality of Treisia, defeated the rebel deputies of the Fourth People's Assembly and government officials.
The government quickly launched a program to rehabilitate the country after the violent coup, with the signing of the constitution of the republic on March 6, signaling the end of the turbulent era in the country's history.
The former name of the country, San Andreas, is the Spanish translation for St. Andrew, and its origins can be traced back to the video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, where much of the planning for the creation of the micronation took place.
PEOPLE'S STATE OF SAN ANDREAS (MAY 7, 2012 - FEBRUARY 21, 2013)
The origins of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia can be traced back when President Migs Caldeo declared the establishment of the People's State of San Andreas on May 7, 2012 at 18:10, while installing himself as the president of the country. The creation of the state was the result of extensive research of President Caldeo on the idea of micronationalism.
Within two weeks, San Andreas adopted its own flag, anthem, established an armed forces, and started conducting diplomatic activities. It also established the People's Assembly, the legislative body of the government. The official currency of San Andreas, the ora, was also adopted and a virtual space program was started.
On May 10, 2012, following the Grand Intermicronational Alliance victory against the League of Countries, San Andreas declared the alliance as a "threat" and announced an embargo. The dispute with the Grand Intermicronational Alliance would last for two weeks, ending on May 24, with San Andreas withdrawing its embargo and announcing its membership in the alliance.
On May 29, 2012, the first constitution of the People's State of San Andreas was adopted, and this was followed by the nation's first general elections on June 10 in which President Migs Caldeo was elected president with 80 percent of the votes. The first government of the country was inaugurated on June 17, 2012.
The era called the First Government saw the successful creation of indigenous technologies in the nation's virtual space program, as well as the 6.25 Incident, where the country's Ministry of Immigration was attacked by foreign assailants in an attempt to destabilize the country.
The First Government era ended on June 30, 2012 as President Migs Caldeo declared martial law after the People's Assembly had failed to conduct a meeting for several weeks. He outlawed the constitution, dissolved the People's Assembly, and placed all government agencies under his power in order to safeguard the country.
On July 4, a second constitution was adopted, and elections were held on July 13 for the People's Assembly, with the military government being replaced by the Second Government on July 24, 2012.
On June 30, 2012, the People's State of San Andreas sent support to the Kingdom of Rostyland, a nation recognized by the country, due to the "civil war" that was supposedly ravaging the nation. Suspicions began to arise on the true events of the war within days of the announcement of support. On July 10, President Caldeo announced the withdrawal of support to Rostyland after investigations showed that it was attacking another micronation called the Territory of Ledicarus under the disguise of a civil war.
A series of provocations were made by the government of Rostyland following the San Andrean action and on July 19, without the knowledge of the San Andrean government, had declared war, only to be retracted six hours later after the intervention of the Worker's Democratic Republic under Freya, which brought a de facto end to the war. A peace treaty was signed on July 22, but strained relations continued until San Andreas cut diplomatic relations indefinitely on August 28.
The Second Government saw the start of the "golden era" of the People's State of San Andreas. During this time, the national virtual space program increased its activity which resulted to more scientific breakthroughs in terms of space exploration. This period also saw the increase of population in the country with 45 citizens as of October 2012.
The Second Government era was also the golden era of San Andrean politics with the increase of government and political activities with the founding of the country's two major political parties, the National People's Party and the Monarchist Party.
On January 18, 2013, President Migs Caldeo won re-election in the country's second general election after winning 64 percent of the popular votes against Karla Ngitngit, who won 36 percent of the popular votes. The National People's Party also won a majority against the Monarchist Party in the election for the People's Assembly.
On January 24, 2013, the People's Assembly approved the Dissolution Act which approved the transition of the country to the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia, which is one of President Caldeo's agenda for the country.
The power to run the country was given to the Transitional Government which is led by President Caldeo. This government is responsible for the peaceful transition to the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia and exercises supreme leadership in the country.
On February 21, 2012, a coup d' etat began as the Fourth People's Assembly, supported by the People's Security Force, demanded the resignation of President Caldeo following his disapproval on the creation of a military citing the nation's international obligations. The coup plotters installed the head of the People's Security Force, General Vince Tambaoan, as president of the country.
In response to the coup, President Migs Caldeo declared a state of emergency and established the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia as a precautionary response. The newly established republic was supported by foreign governments during the coup attempt.
On February 22, 2012, the coup plotters surrendered and agreed to the ultimatum of the government. The two sides began negotiations on the creation of a new government on the same day.
Negotiations between the government and the coup plotters deteriorated as the coup plotters renewed their anti-government activities, and this resulted with Operation Nadeko on February 28, 2013, where loyal Urbonian forces, aided by its neighbor, the Principality of Treisia, defeated the rebel deputies of the Fourth People's Assembly and government officials.
The government quickly launched a program to rehabilitate the country after the violent coup, with the signing of the constitution of the republic on March 6, signaling the end of the turbulent era in the country's history.
NATIONAL SYMBOLS
The National Flag
The flag of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia was adopted on May 7, 2012.
It is a horizontal tricolor, consisting of yellow, green and blue bands from top to bottom. The yellow band symbolizes the aims of the nation for a progressive future, and as well symbolizes the sunny skies of the country. The green band symbolizes prosperity in the country, and also symbolizes the green fields of the country. The blue band symbolizes the equality of the peoples in the country, and also symbolizes the vast seas of the country.
It is a horizontal tricolor, consisting of yellow, green and blue bands from top to bottom. The yellow band symbolizes the aims of the nation for a progressive future, and as well symbolizes the sunny skies of the country. The green band symbolizes prosperity in the country, and also symbolizes the green fields of the country. The blue band symbolizes the equality of the peoples in the country, and also symbolizes the vast seas of the country.
The National Emblem
The national emblem of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia was adopted on May 16, 2012.
The national emblem consists of objects that resemble the national flag, which includes the sun, the land, and the sea. The sun represents the goal that the nation wishes to reach. The land, as well as the buildings and factories, represent the progress of the nation, and the sea represents the equality of the people. The emblem is bordered by rye, which symbolizes the prosperity of the nation.
The national emblem consists of objects that resemble the national flag, which includes the sun, the land, and the sea. The sun represents the goal that the nation wishes to reach. The land, as well as the buildings and factories, represent the progress of the nation, and the sea represents the equality of the people. The emblem is bordered by rye, which symbolizes the prosperity of the nation.
National Anthem - "Long Live Our People's State"
Long Live Our People's State
Music: Kim Won Gyun Words: President Migs Caldeo Let morning shine in our beat'ful land, land full of riches and happiness. This is my shining, great motherland, the home of the Urbonians. Long live our great and free People's State, built by the people's arduous labor. This limitlessly rich, strong state. Glorify Urbonia forever. Embracing this land as our own, with firm will, and foundation. Braving the storms, and the unknown, with loyalty to our nation. Long live our great and free People's State, brought up in a brilliant culture. Devoting ourselves to this state, Support Urbonia forever. |
Mabuhay ang Bayang Estado
Musika: Kim Won Gyun Titik: Pangulong Migs Caldeo Hayaang sumikat ang araw, sa lupaing puno ng yaman. Ito ang aking inang bayan, ang tahanan ng ating bansa. Mabuhay ang bayang estado, gawa ng sipag ng masa. Itong bansang maunlad, pagyamanin natin ito. Na may paninindigan, tinatanggap ang ating bansa. Hinaharap ang lahat, para sa ating bansa. Mabuhay ang bayang estado, bunga ng kasaysayan. Ibibigay ang sarili, itaguyod natin ito. |
The national anthem of the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia was adopted on May 7, 2012, with words adopted on May 11, 2012. The anthem can be played on an instrumental or vocal rendition.
GOVERNMENT
According to the constitution, the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia is a semi-presidential republic, where the President is the head of state and the Prime Minister is the head of government. It is also a multi-party representative democracy, and the government is composed of three branches:
Executive: The President is the head of state, can sign or veto legislative bills, and appoints the members of the Government of the republic.
Legislative: The unicameral People's Assembly, made up of 4 seats, adopts laws, approves treaties, and has the power to impeach the President.
Judiciary: The People's Court, whose Chief Justice is appointed by the President, interpret laws and can overturn laws if deemed unconstitutional.
The President is elected by popular vote to a one-year term, and can be re-elected for an unlimited number of terms. The Government is composed of the Prime Minister, as well as several ministers, which are appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The currently active political party in the republic is the People's Party of Urbonia.
Executive: The President is the head of state, can sign or veto legislative bills, and appoints the members of the Government of the republic.
Legislative: The unicameral People's Assembly, made up of 4 seats, adopts laws, approves treaties, and has the power to impeach the President.
Judiciary: The People's Court, whose Chief Justice is appointed by the President, interpret laws and can overturn laws if deemed unconstitutional.
The President is elected by popular vote to a one-year term, and can be re-elected for an unlimited number of terms. The Government is composed of the Prime Minister, as well as several ministers, which are appointed by the President on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The currently active political party in the republic is the People's Party of Urbonia.
Government agencies
These are the different government agencies in the Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia:
Ministry of Immigration
The Ministry of Immigration is responsible for citizenship and immigration issues throughout the country.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs handles the diplomatic activities of the People's State of San Andreas with other micronational countries in the world. As stated in the Constitution, the diplomatic policy of the People's State of San Andreas is aimed at safeguarding the sovereignty of the country, as well as creating a peaceful co-existance with other countries.
Ministry of National Affairs
The Ministry of National Affairs handle all of the activities in relation to the acquisition of necessities for the citizens of the People's State of San Andreas.
Ministry of National Defense
The Ministry of National Defense is responsible for the defense of the nation against foreign aggression.
Ministry of Information and Technology
The Ministry of Information and Statistics is responsible for gathering data and information about the country, and presenting it to the citizens or to foreigners.
Ministry of Finance
The Central Bank produces, and regulates the currency of San Andreas, which is known as the ora.
Ministry of Space Exploration
The San Andreas Space Exploration Agency currently carries out the nation's space program.
Click here to know more about the government and the agencies.
Ministry of Immigration
The Ministry of Immigration is responsible for citizenship and immigration issues throughout the country.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs handles the diplomatic activities of the People's State of San Andreas with other micronational countries in the world. As stated in the Constitution, the diplomatic policy of the People's State of San Andreas is aimed at safeguarding the sovereignty of the country, as well as creating a peaceful co-existance with other countries.
Ministry of National Affairs
The Ministry of National Affairs handle all of the activities in relation to the acquisition of necessities for the citizens of the People's State of San Andreas.
Ministry of National Defense
The Ministry of National Defense is responsible for the defense of the nation against foreign aggression.
Ministry of Information and Technology
The Ministry of Information and Statistics is responsible for gathering data and information about the country, and presenting it to the citizens or to foreigners.
Ministry of Finance
The Central Bank produces, and regulates the currency of San Andreas, which is known as the ora.
Ministry of Space Exploration
The San Andreas Space Exploration Agency currently carries out the nation's space program.
Click here to know more about the government and the agencies.
Security and defense
The Democratic People's Republic of Urbonia does not possess a military force due to its policy of peaceful co-existence with other countries. It does, however, keep a paramilitary force called the People's Security Force.
It currently consists of 10 service-capable citizens, and they possess vast array of weaponry.
It currently consists of 10 service-capable citizens, and they possess vast array of weaponry.
Administrative regions
The People's State of San Andreas is administratively divided into 2 territories, which consists of provinces. The provinces are composed of cities and districts.
GEOGRAPHY
Urbonia is a sovereign country located in the Philippine archipelago in Southeast Asia. It is bordered completely on all sides by the Republic of the Philippines, with Shiro-shi, the capital city of Urbonia, being 8 km. from the Philippines' seat of government, Manila.
Urbonia sits in an area known as the Marikina Valley. Two rivers run in the republic, which are the Pasig and Marikina Rivers. The highest elevation in the republic is 45 meters which is located in the district of Tou-gun, while the lowest is 0 meters.
A fault line runs through the republic, which is located 1 km. southeast of Shiro-shi. This said faultline was only recently discovered and its presence is proved by the sudden rise of elevation and a cliff in the area. The faultline possesses a threat of large scale earthquake which may cause huge-scale casualties and property damage.
The country lacks any natural resources and it is entirely urbanized.
The city of Urbonia sits on the tropical rainforest climate based on the Koppen climate classification system. Dry season is experienced from January until April, and the wet season is from May through December. The temperature range in the city is from 21 up to 34 degrees celsius.
Urbonia sits in an area known as the Marikina Valley. Two rivers run in the republic, which are the Pasig and Marikina Rivers. The highest elevation in the republic is 45 meters which is located in the district of Tou-gun, while the lowest is 0 meters.
A fault line runs through the republic, which is located 1 km. southeast of Shiro-shi. This said faultline was only recently discovered and its presence is proved by the sudden rise of elevation and a cliff in the area. The faultline possesses a threat of large scale earthquake which may cause huge-scale casualties and property damage.
The country lacks any natural resources and it is entirely urbanized.
The city of Urbonia sits on the tropical rainforest climate based on the Koppen climate classification system. Dry season is experienced from January until April, and the wet season is from May through December. The temperature range in the city is from 21 up to 34 degrees celsius.
DEMOGRAPHY
Urbonia's population consists of Filipinos, comprising 100 percent of the population.
The republic's official languages are English and Filipino, with bilingualism being in practice.
Although the republic does not have an official religion and it guarantees freedom of worship and belief, all of the citizens are Roman Catholics. There is an archdiocese and a diocese which divides the republic in to two. The Archdiocese of Manila comprises of Shiro-shi and Nan-gun, while the Diocese of Pasig comprises of Kita-gun and Tou-gun.
The republic's official languages are English and Filipino, with bilingualism being in practice.
Although the republic does not have an official religion and it guarantees freedom of worship and belief, all of the citizens are Roman Catholics. There is an archdiocese and a diocese which divides the republic in to two. The Archdiocese of Manila comprises of Shiro-shi and Nan-gun, while the Diocese of Pasig comprises of Kita-gun and Tou-gun.
CALENDAR
These are the known holidays that are observed in Urbonia.
- January 1 - New Years Day - The first day of the year.
- January 8 - Norton Day - A day of remembrance for Norton I, Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico.
- February 25 - Peace Day - Day of observance of peace throughout the country.
- April 12 - Space Day - Day of remembrance for the past events that made a remarkable step for man's exploration of space.
- April 15 - Children's Day - A day of remembrance for the children of the Democraitc People's Republic of Urbonia.
- April 18 - President's Day - The birthday of His Excellency, Migs Caldeo, President of the Democraitc People's Republic of Urbonia.
- May 1 - Labor Day - A day that celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers.
- May 7 - National Day - Foundation day of the People's State of San Andreas.
- May 8 - National Symbols Day - This day commemorates the adoptation of the national symbols of the country.
- May 9 - Armed Forces Day - Day of remembrance for the People's Security Force.
- May 26 - Micronational Day - This day of remembrance for all the micronational countries in the world, and also a day of appreciation to the Republic of Molossia for the inspiration on the founding of this country.
- July 4 - Constitution Day - Commemorating the ratification of San Andreas' constitution.
- September 11 - Anti-Terrorism Day - Commemoration for those who are currently combating terrorism around the world.
- October 4 - Animals Day - Day for all the pets in Urbonia.
- October 26 - Topin Wagglegamon - Day of commemoration for the eccentricism of micronations.
- December 25 - Christmas Day - Day of merriment and sharing, and secular celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
AWARDS AND DECORATION
The People's State of San Andreas has an award system designed to reward citizens who had done deeds of merit for their country, foreigners who had helped to shape the micronational world, and other people deemed deserving of the country's honor. For list of awardees, click here.
Order of the People's State
Appreciation Award
Order of National Merit
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Type: Award
Awarded for: Awarded to San Andrean and foreign citizen who had done an activity of great importance to the People's State of San Andreas. Established: July 13, 2012 First awarded: July 18, 2012 Last awarded: Currently awarded Total awarded: 4 Type: Medal Awarded for: Awarded to countries who had established relations with the People's State of San Andreas or to any individuals or organizations that has rendered service to the country. Established: May 25, 2012 First awarded: May 26, 2012 Last awarded: Currently awarded Total awarded: 17 Type: Award Awarded for: Awarded to San Andrean citizens who had rendered services to the government or society of the People's State of San Andreas Established: July 13, 2012 First awarded: July 18, 2012 Last awarded: Currently awarded Total awarded: 2 Type: Award Awarded for: Awarded to San Andrean citizens who had done actions or services of merit to the People's State of San Andreas Established: September 29, 2012 First awarded: None awarded Last awarded: Currently awarded Total awarded: 0 |