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=__**Haruku**__= Haruku is an island located south of Japan and was established in the early 1800's when Haruku slowly started breaking off due to corosion in the earth and due to active volcanos. Haruku was colonized by the European's in the 1930's. It was originally occupied by the Japanese but, in World War 2 when the United States of America attacked and dropped a bomb in Hiroshima, the United States traveled slightly south and discovered the small island of Haruku. The United States slaughtered most of the Harukians so there are about 20,000 people are natively a Harukian while the rest of the population are either fully European and/or only part Harukian. Recently Haruku forgave the United States and became allies with the United States and NATO. Haruku is very advanced in technology and 95% of Harukians are able to read and comprehend at least 2 different languages other than Harukian which is, Japanese and English. Harukians are very well known throughout the world and are very intelligent intellectuals. National Anthem- [|Puzzle.mp3] == = = =__National Anthem__ -This is what we fight for= We live for peace for freedom, for everything that we've fought for Sheading our blood, sweat, and tears We will always have our home in our hearts this is our homeland

Leave the lies for the liars, and congrats to our patriots because of you we have our freedom

Because of you we are alive and growing strong From here on our world grows countlessly, Voices overlapping and now Illuminating our path, one day it will echo loudly resonating our answers Free for all

Leave the lies for the liars, and congrats to our patriots because of you we have our freedom

Where was it, where has the freedom been all this time? The fragment that disappeared without reason that day Is the one that we will display Our hearts were like missing puzzle pieces struggling to find our way Unfortunately all that is left is this newly made puzzle but we have our hearts, our patriotism, and minds to help us find our way

Legend has it that centuries ago before Haruku was founded, Japan was fighting a brutal battle. The Europeans were invading Japan and trying to force the Japanese out of their own country. The emperor of Japan was busy recruiting ninjas to fight in this battle. This violent outbreak destroyed towns and cities and caused the people of Japan to flee the country. While many stayed to fight for their country and support the ninjas others left in boats and small ships along with goods in search of safety and hope in seeking new land in the south. The island of Haruku was discovered and the Japanese inhabitants decided to settle. Later the Europeans after claiming peace with the ninjas came in small numbers and also settled among the Japanese. The population of Haruku increased. The cultures of the Europeans and Japanese emerged rapidly. The Japanese and Europeans people lived among each other in peace and unity. The Emperor was finally at rest and also the ninjas were able to relax. The Emperor along with the king of England funded the island. Haruku was just starting off as a prosperous island. Haruku's national tree is the "Cherry blossom". The national bird is the "bird of paradise". The national flower is called the "Ikebana". The national dress which is worn every year on the independence day of Haruku consists of a black robe and mask to celebrate the ninjas victory in the battle with the Europeans. Haruku's national dish comes from the British and is called Toad-in-the-hole which consists of roasted sausages covered in batter and baked.



On any Friday or especially the thirteenth The National dish Toad in the hole is A Holy temple in Haruku. legend has it that it is good luck enjoyed by many. (batter and sausages) to cross over the bridge to the other side.



The City of Haruku at dusk.

Currently, the Country of Haruku is located South of Japan in the Pacific Ocean. The Latitude is 30 degrees. The Longitude is 136 degrees. The island of Haruku can be compared to twice the size of the state of New Jersey. Haruku has a cool and Windy climate. Often cloudy skies which bring rainy weather. In the south the skies reveal slight sunshine and has a high humidity of 60-80% Terrain— Vary in different regions.The Shinto region, above the Kanto is cooler from being in the northern part of the island and receives light snowfall at the peaks of its mountains and sometimes snow for the whole region.In the Kanto region the terrain is very dry and contains tropical mountains and excessive heat. It is wise if you are going to visit this part of the region to bring lots of water and or a tranquilizer in case of the interesting wildlife that lives in this certain terrain. *Natural Resources— Diamonds, Coal & Oil. *Arable Land/amount of land that can be farmed (by %) — Approximately 20%. *Environmental Issues— Typhoons(tropical Cyclones) and Sea level rise. *Average Age - 40 *% of people in urban areas - 12% *Nationality - Harukian *Religion(s) - Christian, Buddhism, and Atheist *Language(s) - Harukian, Japanese and English. *Traditional dress/clothing- Kimono for females and Yukata for men *Some of the most popular meals - The British Toad-in-the-hole,Onigiri, and Chips and Fish *Major National Holidays: Chinese New Year which falls yearly on the end of the winter solstice, and White Day on March 13, adopted from Japan, it is like the "opposite of Valentine's Day" and men give cake and chocolate to women. *Culture Norms: Daily Tea at Lunch, and daily prayer for Harukian Muslims *Customs: Have acquaintances come over for tea, very open to visitors and immigration *Taboos: When daughter is being married, it is tipical for the father of the bride to have the man complete a test of worth, also dowry is still required Type of economic system: Mixed Economy- Includes a variety of private and public control, reflecting characteristics of both capitalism and socialism. Economic Challenges-- Environmental degradation with polluted cities and over population. *GDP (overall real GDP expressed in US dollars) -$28.096 US Million *GDP per capita = $21,612 * The economy is growing from the year 2010 - 2011. At 1%. *Labor force by occupation (18% agricultural; 56% industrial; 26% service) *Unemployment rate- The current unemployment rate of Haruku is about 5.3%. Almost everyone is employed because, there are many job opportunities available.The literacy rate is 98.6%. *5.8% population below the poverty line *Income distribution- High class to middle class as well as Wellfare for some of the citizens who cannot find a job or *Inflation rate (compare to previous two years)-- 2011 and 2010(14.1 - 5.70)% *Name of currency- Haruku adopts the Yen from it's close neighbor Japan. *Exchange rate to US dollar is 87.78 Yen per one US dollar. Our Natural Resouces are Oil, Wheat, Oats, and barley Our Industries are Atlas International (PTV), Arete Industries, and Ismail Farms Haruku imports cotton from the United States, rare metals from China, Cars and technology from Asian Countries Our main trading partners are Marco International, Shinwoo Corporation, and American Cotton Shippers Association. These are currently the partners that we rely on most to receive our imports.
 * Total Population - 1,000,000

T he type of government Haruku has is a Democracy. We have a Federal power of distribution between the districs of Haruku. We have a Presidential election every 6 years to decide who their next leader and his cabinet. The subdivisons of power are divded into the district of Haruku and each power is divided evenly. The current government was established in 1834 and the legal system is common law. __//***Branches of Government:**//__ **Executive:** *Every six years, there is an election for leader and his cabinet. ***There is one president, followed by a cabinet of seven. Three of the members are designated to handle certain issues pertaining to the Legislative branch, and three others specialize in issues pertaining to the Judicial court and one specifically designated to advise the president on actions and issues of the military.** *The people of each district have the chance to vote and all have equal weight, no matter state or district. *Cabinet: See "*" *The current president, Huku Roishi, is of the political party, Lieralis Popularis, as the Harukians use only Latin when concerned with science and government. Liberalis Popularis is loosely translated into Popular Liberal party, which is essentially a liberal democratic party. **Legislative:** *There is the  "Camera Repraesentantum" (House of Representatives) of which consists of 333 members, and a larger house called the " Imperium Superioris Iudicio  " or the "Court of Higher Judgment" which consists of 111 members. *The same party is in power as is in the Executive, Liberalis Popularis. *There are two houses, or chambers of Congress. **Judicial:** *When in civil and federal court, there are three judges on a panel with the defendant/respondant and the prosecutor/petitioner. The person of whom is directly being tried is to the side, not to speak until spoken to. When on trial with the "Iudicium Summun," or Supreme Court, there is a panel of judges, there are 13 judges on the panel and the decisions made in "Iudicium Summum" are final. *"Iudicium Summum" has superior power over all lower court systems. *There are no political parties in the Judicial branch, as every sitting panelist is to be unbiased. -Although it is not clearly stated that "Iudicium Summum" is truly the reigning superior, it stands as the highest known court in all of Haruku and has control of the government if the president is impaired from his duty in any way.





* Total revenue- $ 2.5 Billion *Tax Revenue: Income tax- 61% property tax- 17% sales tax- 11% corporate tax-11%

*Spending (must coincide with revenue AND must coincide with economic/political system you chose) The Top 5 Mandatory Spending items for the country of Haruku is: 1. Health Care 2. Education 3. Defense 4. Interest 5. Technology These are mandatory to our country because, providing education and welfare will prepare rising adults for the upcoming -Top 5 discretionary spending items Foreign aid Food Transportation Building Social Security


 * DUE MAY 13th- 50 POINTS**



1. Everyone has the freedom of religion and a freedom of speech that is limited when necessary.
===2. The People of Haruku have the right to vote for the ruler of this country and the documents he or she has proposed for the well being of our country. ===  ===3. There will be no weapons to be used within all districts of Haruku without a license of the holder or holder's and any misuse of these weapons will result in severe punishment. ===  ===4. Every case held in the Supreme Court of Haruku will be held with equal trial regardless of Race, Sexuality, and Gender. ===

===**5. Every citizen of Haruku has the right to decide if he or she wants to receive a certain type of cruel or non- cruel type of punishment for the death penalty in Haruku.** ===  ===**6. No form or act of sexual behaviors including kissing or holding hands should take place in any place of worship** ===

===**9. Any person found littering the streets, cities and towns of Haruku can and will be immediately fined.** ===

(The emperor constructed these 10 basic laws written on a scroll to form the basic laws of the land) The scroll is now secretly kept as an antique in one of the temples in Haruku. *Must have at least 2—one political and one economic. Be sure to thoroughly explain the issue and the reasons for your country's position.

One of our transition issues for the country of Haruku is from having a economic decline back when our country was first starting. When the country was first starting, we did not know how many resources we had or how much our natural resources would impact the world. Once Haruku found our resources, Haruku became a 3rd world power with our increase of technology and becoming allies with the United States and NATO, Haruku gained huge success and became very up to date with technology and finding new ways to improve our country and the world itself. One of our political transitions we have has was from having one ruler rule over the entire country of Haruku to having //ミ// //﻿// //ニ社長// "mini president' in Japanese. <span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Courier New',Courier,monospace; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px;"> By diving some of the power, most of the citizens trust the official ruler of Haruku, Yasumi Kujo, is trust worthy and a team player. Before when only one ruler ruled over the entire country some of the citizens thought it was unfair that only one person was making all of the decisions with little consent of the people. By changing to this position our country has only benefited as a result.

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