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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
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| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
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| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
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| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
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| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
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| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
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| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
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| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
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| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
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| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
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| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
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| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''Established'''<br />
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| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
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|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
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| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
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| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
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| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|Confederation of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
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! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
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| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| centre<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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However, throughout most states it is generally relatively cold, wavering around 10 C in the summer to -2 in the winter and early spring. Most of the Northern states in Russia and England, have moderately cold climates but far from extreme. The southern states, such as in Greece, Croatia and Albania all enjoy a generally warm Mediterranean climate, although it can still get extremely cold during the winter, especially for the territories that reside further inland. The coldest winter was recorded in St. Konstantin, where it reached tempratures of -12 C. <br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
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All states are classed in its own geographical boundary and influence zone, along with subsequent territories. St. Konstantin and Ashukov Dradelia are a part of the Northern Common Influence Zone (NCIZ); whereas Mouzilo, Psatura and Havil are organised into the Balkans and Southern Common Influence Zone (BSCIZ). Aetos, on the other hand, lays in the Central Atalntic Common Influence Zone (CACIZ). <br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 9th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| centre<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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However, throughout most states it is generally relatively cold, wavering around 10 C in the summer to -2 in the winter and early spring. Most of the Northern states in Russia and England, have moderately cold climates but far from extreme. The southern states, such as in Greece, Croatia and Albania all enjoy a generally warm Mediterranean climate, although it can still get extremely cold during the winter, especially for the territories that reside further inland. The coldest winter was recorded in St. Konstantin, where it reached tempratures of -12 C. <br />
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{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
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|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
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|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
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|Apr sun = 170<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
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All states are classed in its own geographical boundary and influence zone, along with subsequent territories. St. Konstantin and Ashukov Dradelia are a part of the Northern Common Influence Zone (NCIZ); whereas Mouzilo, Psatura and Havil are organised into the Balkans and Southern Common Influence Zone (BSCIZ). Aetos, on the other hand, lays in the Central Atalntic Common Influence Zone (CACIZ). <br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 9th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
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| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| centre<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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However, throughout most states it is generally relatively cold, wavering around 10 C in the summer to -2 in the winter and early spring. Most of the Northern states in Russia and England, have moderately cold climates but far from extreme. The southern states, such as in Greece, Croatia and Albania all enjoy a generally warm Mediterranean climate, although it can still get extremely cold during the winter, especially for the territories that reside further inland. The coldest winter was recorded in St. Konstantin, where it reached tempratures of -12 C. <br />
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{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
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|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
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All states are classed in its own geographical boundary and influence zone, along with subsequent territories. St. Konstantin and Ashukov Dradelia are a part of the Northern Common Influence Zone (NCIZ); whereas Mouzilo, Psatura and Havil are organised into the Balkans and Southern Common Influence Zone (BSCIZ). Aetos, on the other hand, lays in the Central Atalntic Common Influence Zone (CACIZ). <br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 9th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
<br />
State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
<br />
As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
<references/><br />
{{Template:Ashukovo Navbox}}<br />
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<div>{|class="infobox" style="font-size: 90%; text-align: left; width: 23em"<br />
!style="text-align: center; background:#B0C4DE" colspan="2"|Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces <br> ''Ашуковские Имперские Вооруженные Силы''<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|[[File:FADF_Arms.png|200px]]<br /><small>Emblem of the AIAF</small><br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|'''Motto:''' ''(Russian)'': Солдаты, Вперёд! <br />''(English)'' For the Empire, Soldiers Foward!<br />
|-<br />
!March<br />
|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giB4VDSmTZs "Let's go!", V-Put]<br />
|-<br />
!Established<br />
|December 8, [[2014]]<br />
|-<br />
!Country<br />
|[[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]<br />
|-<br />
!Nicknames<br />
|<br />
|-<br />
!Branches<br />
|Army, Navy, Air Force, Territorial Defence<br />
|-<br />
!Sub-branches<br />
|Ministry of War Information<br />
|-<br />
!Previous Engagements<br />
|None<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Leadership<br />
|-<br />
!Commander-in-Chief<br />
|HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I<br />
|-<br />
!Imperial Overseer<br />
|Rt. Hon. Sebastian Schriber<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|General information<br />
|-<br />
!Headquarters<br />
|Kamenskiy Sad, Engorod, St. Konstantin <br />
|-<br />
!Active personnel<br />
|61<br />
|-<br />
!Standard weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makarov_pistol Makarov PM]<br />
|-<br />
!Assault weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-101 AK-101]<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Website<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|}<br />
The '''Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces''', commonly abbreviated '''AIAF''', is the national armed forces of the Tsardom of Ashukovo and, respectively, her dependencies. The term has been used since the establishment of the Tsardom after the collapse of the Federation, regarding which it was formally known as the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. <br />
<br />
The Imperial Armed Forces consists of the '''Army''' (Ашуковская Армия), '''Air Force''' (Ашуковские Воздушные Силы),'''Navy''' (Ашуковский Флот) and '''Territorial Defence''' (Ашуковская Территориальная Защита). Sub-branches also include the '''Ministry of War Information'''. The AIAF swear allegiance to the Tsar, '''HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I''', and is controlled by the Ministry of Defence and, in turn, the Tsar himself. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov forces bases itself on a loose combination of the Russian and Yugoslav militaries, especially drawing from the JNA's combat doctrine. The main conventional branches, being the Army, Navy and Air Force; work on wearing down the enemy until the partisan force of the Territorial Defence (in some countries known as the Home Guard) can re-group and continue the main fight using partisan tactics, with the continuing support of the smaller main branches. It was believed by the Yugoslav planners to be the "best method by which a smaller nation could properly defend itself against a much stronger invader," hence its implication on the date of the force's founding as a result of Imperial Overseer Sebastian Schriber's reforms. <br />
<br />
===History===<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces has took many forms during its long life time. The biggest and most important form would be the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. It was the main fighting force of the Federation of Ashukovo, and was utilized to expand the nation's culture and influence aggressively. Although relatively inactive, it still was a prominent figure in micronational armed forces, and provided a 'spring board' for the Ashukov nation. It was however, troubled with the combination of Federation and Administration. The government simply could not figure out an efficient way to let the constituent states deal with their own military as well as contribute to the greater body itself. <br />
<br />
The Federal Armed Forces passed through many incarnations, however the new reforms of the Imperial Armed Forces solved this large problem. The AIAF has never been in any engagements, and is used predominantly as a defensive force, focusing on reserve numbers. Many of the forces are expected to respond in the event of a national crisis, such as a flood or tornado. <br />
<br />
===Doctrine and Structure===<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov military operates on Yugoslavia's "People's War" doctrine. With full support of the Imperial Duma and the blessing of the Tsar, the reforms were implemented along with the establishment of the AFIAF itself. The Tsar is the Commander-in-Chief, with all soldiers swearing and oath of loyalty to the crown upon conscription. There is, however, a difference in how the Ashukov Armed Forces are run relative to other micronational forces. The three main service branches are all directly administered by the Ministry of Defence and come under the Ashukov banner only. They have servicemen and women enlisted from all over the world and the Tsardom, but remains Ashukov only. <br />
<br />
However, the Territorial Defence, on the other hand, is run by the constituent nation it belongs to, and is administered by their respective Ministry or organization. This ensures that each Territorial Defence brigade, which is in some terms the army of the constituent nation itself, has the ability to mould it to what is required in the nation. This ensures coordinated and systematic responses to threats and diminishes the administration problem the Federation had outlined above. This also means that the personnel in the TD know their own country and are able to use the terrain to their advantage if partisan tactics were to be implemented. Furthermore, the Territorial Defence acts as a security and police force in peace time, allowing the time and training of the personnel to be directed efficiently. Each Territorial Defence brigade is referred to in respect of the nation it is from, i.e St. Konstantin. The localised government may choose anything, from how many units should be allocated to which sub-branch or what vehicles or equipment are required from the budget.<br />
<br />
====Ranks====<br />
<center><br />
{| border="0" |style="align="center""<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white"|'''Supreme Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:16gen1.png|35px|]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''генера́л-майо́р''<br/>'''Major General of the Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:50px-12kpt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''полко́вник'<br/>'''Colonel'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Senior Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-8stprp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-7prp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-9mllt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''капита́н''<br/>'''Captain'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''имперский oфицер''<br/>'''Imperial Liason Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''лейтена́нт''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Under-Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-6starsh.png|35px]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-5stsg.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-4sg.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''пра́порщик''<br/>'''Warrant Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ста́рший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Senior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''сержа́нт''<br/>'''Sergeant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Warrant Officers and Ratings'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-3ML.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-2efr.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-1pvt.png|35px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''мла́дший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Junior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ефре́йтор''<br/>'''Corporal'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''рядово́й''<br/>'''Private'''<br />
|}<br />
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<div>{|class="infobox" style="font-size: 90%; text-align: left; width: 23em"<br />
!style="text-align: center; background:#B0C4DE" colspan="2"|Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces <br> ''Forze Armate St.Charliane''<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|[[File:FADF_Arms.png|200px]]<br /><small>Emblem of the AIAF</small><br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|'''Motto:''' ''(Russian)'': Солдаты, Вперёд! <br />''(English)'' For the Empire, Soldiers Foward!<br />
|-<br />
!March<br />
|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giB4VDSmTZs "Let's go!", V-Put]<br />
|-<br />
!Established<br />
|December 8, [[2014]]<br />
|-<br />
!Country<br />
|[[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]<br />
|-<br />
!Nicknames<br />
|<br />
|-<br />
!Branches<br />
|Army, Navy, Air Force, Territorial Defence<br />
|-<br />
!Sub-branches<br />
|Ministry of War Information<br />
|-<br />
!Previous Engagements<br />
|None<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Leadership<br />
|-<br />
!Commander-in-Chief<br />
|HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I<br />
|-<br />
!Imperial Overseer<br />
|Rt. Hon. Sebastian Schriber<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|General information<br />
|-<br />
!Headquarters<br />
|Kamenskiy Sad, Engorod, St. Konstantin <br />
|-<br />
!Active personnel<br />
|61<br />
|-<br />
!Standard weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makarov_pistol Makarov PM]<br />
|-<br />
!Assault weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-101 AK-101]<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Website<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|}<br />
The '''Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces''', commonly abbreviated '''AIAF''', is the national armed forces of the Tsardom of Ashukovo and, respectively, her dependencies. The term has been used since the establishment of the Tsardom after the collapse of the Federation, regarding which it was formally known as the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. <br />
<br />
The Imperial Armed Forces consists of the '''Army''' (), '''Air Force''' (),'''Navy''' () and '''Territorial Defence''' (). Sub-branches also include the '''Ministry of War Information'''. The AIAF swear allegiance to the Tsar, '''HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I''', and is controlled by the Ministry of Defence and, in turn, the Tsar himself. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov forces bases itself on a loose combination of the Russian and Yugoslav militaries, especially drawing from the JNA's combat doctrine. The main conventional branches, being the Army, Navy and Air Force; work on wearing down the enemy until the partisan force of the Territorial Defence (in some countries known as the Home Guard) can re-group and continue the main fight using partisan tactics, with the continuing support of the smaller main branches. It was believed by the Yugoslav planners to be the "best method by which a smaller nation could properly defend itself against a much stronger invader," hence its implication on the date of the force's founding as a result of Imperial Overseer Sebastian Schriber's reforms. <br />
<br />
===History===<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces has took many forms during its long life time. The biggest and most important form would be the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. It was the main fighting force of the Federation of Ashukovo, and was utilized to expand the nation's culture and influence aggressively. Although relatively inactive, it still was a prominent figure in micronational armed forces, and provided a 'spring board' for the Ashukov nation. It was however, troubled with the combination of Federation and Administration. The government simply could not figure out an efficient way to let the constituent states deal with their own military as well as contribute to the greater body itself. <br />
<br />
The Federal Armed Forces passed through many incarnations, however the new reforms of the Imperial Armed Forces solved this large problem. The AIAF has never been in any engagements, and is used predominantly as a defensive force, focusing on reserve numbers. Many of the forces are expected to respond in the event of a national crisis, such as a flood or tornado. <br />
<br />
===Doctrine and Structure===<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov military operates on Yugoslavia's "People's War" doctrine. With full support of the Imperial Duma and the blessing of the Tsar, the reforms were implemented along with the establishment of the AFIAF itself. The Tsar is the Commander-in-Chief, with all soldiers swearing and oath of loyalty to the crown upon conscription. There is, however, a difference in how the Ashukov Armed Forces are run relative to other micronational forces. The three main service branches are all directly administered by the Ministry of Defence and come under the Ashukov banner only. They have servicemen and women enlisted from all over the world and the Tsardom, but remains Ashukov only. <br />
<br />
However, the Territorial Defence, on the other hand, is run by the constituent nation it belongs to, and is administered by their respective Ministry or organization. This ensures that each Territorial Defence brigade, which is in some terms the army of the constituent nation itself, has the ability to mould it to what is required in the nation. This ensures coordinated and systematic responses to threats and diminishes the administration problem the Federation had outlined above. This also means that the personnel in the TD know their own country and are able to use the terrain to their advantage if partisan tactics were to be implemented. Furthermore, the Territorial Defence acts as a security and police force in peace time, allowing the time and training of the personnel to be directed efficiently. Each Territorial Defence brigade is referred to in respect of the nation it is from, i.e St. Konstantin. The localised government may choose anything, from how many units should be allocated to which sub-branch or what vehicles or equipment are required from the budget.<br />
<br />
====Ranks====<br />
<center><br />
{| border="0" |style="align="center""<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white"|'''Supreme Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:16gen1.png|35px|]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''генера́л-майо́р''<br/>'''Major General of the Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:50px-12kpt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''полко́вник'<br/>'''Colonel'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Senior Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-8stprp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-7prp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-9mllt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''капита́н''<br/>'''Captain'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''имперский oфицер''<br/>'''Imperial Liason Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''лейтена́нт''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Under-Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-6starsh.png|35px]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-5stsg.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-4sg.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''пра́порщик''<br/>'''Warrant Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ста́рший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Senior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''сержа́нт''<br/>'''Sergeant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Warrant Officers and Ratings'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-3ML.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-2efr.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-1pvt.png|35px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''мла́дший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Junior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ефре́йтор''<br/>'''Corporal'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''рядово́й''<br/>'''Private'''<br />
|}<br />
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<div>{|class="infobox" style="font-size: 90%; text-align: left; width: 23em"<br />
!style="text-align: center; background:#B0C4DE" colspan="2"|Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces <br> ''Forze Armate St.Charliane''<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|[[File:FADF_Arms.png|200px]]<br /><small>Emblem of the AIAF</small><br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|'''Motto:''' ''(Russian)'': Солдаты, Вперёд! <br />''(English)'' For the Empire, Soldiers Foward!<br />
|-<br />
!March<br />
|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giB4VDSmTZs "Let's go!", V-Put]<br />
|-<br />
!Established<br />
|December 8, [[2014]]<br />
|-<br />
!Country<br />
|[[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]<br />
|-<br />
!Nicknames<br />
|<br />
|-<br />
!Branches<br />
|Army, Navy, Air Force, Territorial Defence<br />
|-<br />
!Sub-branches<br />
|Ministry of War Information<br />
|-<br />
!Previous Engagements<br />
|None<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Leadership<br />
|-<br />
!Commander-in-Chief<br />
|HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I<br />
|-<br />
!Imperial Overseer<br />
|Rt. Hon. Sebastian Schriber<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|General information<br />
|-<br />
!Headquarters<br />
|Kamenskiy Sad, Engorod, St. Konstantin <br />
|-<br />
!Active personnel<br />
|61<br />
|-<br />
!Standard weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makarov_pistol Makarov PM]<br />
|-<br />
!Assault weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-101 AK-101]<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Website<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|}<br />
The '''Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces''', commonly abbreviated '''AIAF''', is the national armed forces of the Tsardom of Ashukovo and, respectively, her dependencies. The term has been used since the establishment of the Tsardom after the collapse of the Federation, regarding which it was formally known as the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. <br />
<br />
The Imperial Armed Forces consists of the '''Army''' (), '''Air Force''' (),'''Navy''' () and '''Territorial Defence''' (). Sub-branches also include the '''Ministry of War Information'''. The AIAF swear allegiance to the Tsar, '''HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I''', and is controlled by the Ministry of Defence and, in turn, the Tsar himself. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov forces bases itself on a loose combination of the Russian and Yugoslav militaries, especially drawing from the JNA's combat doctrine. The main conventional branches, being the Army, Navy and Air Force; work on wearing down the enemy until the partisan force of the Territorial Defence (in some countries known as the Home Guard) can re-group and continue the main fight using partisan tactics, with the continuing support of the smaller main branches. It was believed by the Yugoslav planners to be the "best method by which a smaller nation could properly defend itself against a much stronger invader," hence its implication on the date of the force's founding as a result of Imperial Overseer Sebastian Schriber's reforms. <br />
<br />
===History===<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces has took many forms during its long life time. The biggest and most important form would be the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. It was the main fighting force of the Federation of Ashukovo, and was utilized to expand the nation's culture and influence aggressively. Although relatively inactive, it still was a prominent figure in micronational armed forces, and provided a 'spring board' for the Ashukov nation. It was however, troubled with the combination of Federation and Administration. The government simply could not figure out an efficient way to let the constituent states deal with their own military as well as contribute to the greater body itself. <br />
<br />
The Federal Armed Forces passed through many incarnations, however the new reforms of the Imperial Armed Forces solved this large problem. The AIAF has never been in any engagements, and is used predominantly as a defensive force, focusing on reserve numbers. Many of the forces are expected to respond in the event of a national crisis, such as a flood or tornado. <br />
<br />
===Doctrine and Structure===<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov military operates on Yugoslavia's "People's War" doctrine. With full support of the Imperial Duma and the blessing of the Tsar, the reforms were implemented along with the establishment of the AFIAF itself. The Tsar is the Commander-in-Chief, with all soldiers swearing and oath of loyalty to the crown upon conscription. There is, however, a difference in how the Ashukov Armed Forces are run relative to other micronational forces. The three main service branches are all directly administered by the Ministry of Defence and come under the Ashukov banner only. They have servicemen and women enlisted from all over the world and the Tsardom, but remains Ashukov only. <br />
<br />
However, the Territorial Defence, on the other hand, is run by the constituent nation it belongs to, and is administered by their respective Ministry or organization. This ensures that each Territorial Defence brigade, which is in some terms the army of the constituent nation itself, has the ability to mould it to what is required in the nation. This ensures coordinated and systematic responses to threats and diminishes the administration problem the Federation had outlined above. This also means that the personnel in the TD know their own country and are able to use the terrain to their advantage if partisan tactics were to be implemented. Furthermore, the Territorial Defence acts as a security and police force in peace time, allowing the time and training of the personnel to be directed efficiently. Each Territorial Defence brigade is referred to in respect of the nation it is from, i.e St. Konstantin. The localised government may choose anything, from how many units should be allocated to which sub-branch or what vehicles or equipment are required from the budget.<br />
<br />
====Ranks====<br />
<center><br />
{| border="0" |style="align="center""<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white"|'''Supreme Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:16gen1.png|35px|]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''генера́л-майо́р''<br/>'''Major General of the Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:50px-12kpt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''полко́вник'<br/>'''Colonel'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Senior Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-8stprp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-7prp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-9mllt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''капита́н''<br/>'''Captain'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''имперский oфицер''<br/>'''Imperial Liason Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''лейтена́нт''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''под офицеров''''' - '''Under-Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-6starsh.png|35px]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-5stsg.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-4sg.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''пра́порщик''<br/>'''Warrant Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ста́рший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Senior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''сержа́нт''<br/>'''Sergeant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''Sottufficiali e Truppa''''' - '''Warrant Officers and Ratings'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-3ML.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-2efr.png|35px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:50px-1pvt.png|35px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''мла́дший сержа́нт''<br/>'''Junior Sergeant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''ефре́йтор''<br/>'''Corporal'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''рядово́й''<br/>'''Private'''<br />
|}<br />
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!style="text-align: center; background:#B0C4DE" colspan="2"|Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces <br> ''Forze Armate St.Charliane''<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|[[File:FADF_Arms.png|200px]]<br /><small>Emblem of the AIAF</small><br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|'''Motto:''' ''(Russian)'': Солдаты, Вперёд! <br />''(English)'' For the Empire, Soldiers Foward!<br />
|-<br />
!March<br />
|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giB4VDSmTZs "Let's go!", V-Put]<br />
|-<br />
!Established<br />
|December 8, [[2014]]<br />
|-<br />
!Country<br />
|[[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]<br />
|-<br />
!Nicknames<br />
|<br />
|-<br />
!Branches<br />
|Army, Navy, Air Force, Territorial Defence<br />
|-<br />
!Sub-branches<br />
|Ministry of War Information<br />
|-<br />
!Previous Engagements<br />
|None<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Leadership<br />
|-<br />
!Commander-in-Chief<br />
|HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I<br />
|-<br />
!Imperial Overseer<br />
|Rt. Hon. Sebastian Schriber<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|General information<br />
|-<br />
!Headquarters<br />
|Kamenskiy Sad, Engorod, St. Konstantin <br />
|-<br />
!Active personnel<br />
|61<br />
|-<br />
!Standard weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makarov_pistol Makarov PM]<br />
|-<br />
!Assault weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-101 AK-101]<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Website<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|}<br />
The '''Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces''', commonly abbreviated '''AIAF''', is the national armed forces of the Tsardom of Ashukovo and, respectively, her dependencies. The term has been used since the establishment of the Tsardom after the collapse of the Federation, regarding which it was formally known as the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. <br />
<br />
The Imperial Armed Forces consists of the '''Army''' (), '''Air Force''' (),'''Navy''' () and '''Territorial Defence''' (). Sub-branches also include the '''Ministry of War Information'''. The AIAF swear allegiance to the Tsar, '''HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I''', and is controlled by the Ministry of Defence and, in turn, the Tsar himself. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov forces bases itself on a loose combination of the Russian and Yugoslav militaries, especially drawing from the JNA's combat doctrine. The main conventional branches, being the Army, Navy and Air Force; work on wearing down the enemy until the partisan force of the Territorial Defence (in some countries known as the Home Guard) can re-group and continue the main fight using partisan tactics, with the continuing support of the smaller main branches. It was believed by the Yugoslav planners to be the "best method by which a smaller nation could properly defend itself against a much stronger invader," hence its implication on the date of the force's founding as a result of Imperial Overseer Sebastian Schriber's reforms. <br />
<br />
===History===<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces has took many forms during its long life time. The biggest and most important form would be the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. It was the main fighting force of the Federation of Ashukovo, and was utilized to expand the nation's culture and influence aggressively. Although relatively inactive, it still was a prominent figure in micronational armed forces, and provided a 'spring board' for the Ashukov nation. It was however, troubled with the combination of Federation and Administration. The government simply could not figure out an efficient way to let the constituent states deal with their own military as well as contribute to the greater body itself. <br />
<br />
The Federal Armed Forces passed through many incarnations, however the new reforms of the Imperial Armed Forces solved this large problem. The AIAF has never been in any engagements, and is used predominantly as a defensive force, focusing on reserve numbers. Many of the forces are expected to respond in the event of a national crisis, such as a flood or tornado. <br />
<br />
===Doctrine and Structure===<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov military operates on Yugoslavia's "People's War" doctrine. With full support of the Imperial Duma and the blessing of the Tsar, the reforms were implemented along with the establishment of the AFIAF itself. The Tsar is the Commander-in-Chief, with all soldiers swearing and oath of loyalty to the crown upon conscription. There is, however, a difference in how the Ashukov Armed Forces are run relative to other micronational forces. The three main service branches are all directly administered by the Ministry of Defence and come under the Ashukov banner only. They have servicemen and women enlisted from all over the world and the Tsardom, but remains Ashukov only. <br />
<br />
However, the Territorial Defence, on the other hand, is run by the constituent nation it belongs to, and is administered by their respective Ministry or organization. This ensures that each Territorial Defence brigade, which is in some terms the army of the constituent nation itself, has the ability to mould it to what is required in the nation. This ensures coordinated and systematic responses to threats and diminishes the administration problem the Federation had outlined above. This also means that the personnel in the TD know their own country and are able to use the terrain to their advantage if partisan tactics were to be implemented. Furthermore, the Territorial Defence acts as a security and police force in peace time, allowing the time and training of the personnel to be directed efficiently. Each Territorial Defence brigade is referred to in respect of the nation it is from, i.e St. Konstantin. The localised government may choose anything, from how many units should be allocated to which sub-branch or what vehicles or equipment are required from the budget.<br />
<br />
====Ranks====<br />
<center><br />
{| border="0" |style="align="center""<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white"|'''Supreme Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:16gen1.png|35px|]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''генера́л-майо́р''<br/>'''Major General of the Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:50px-12kpt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''полко́вник'<br/>'''Colonel'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''Senior Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-8stprp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-7prp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-9mllt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''капита́н''<br/>'''Captain'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''имперский oфицер''<br/>'''Imperial Liason Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''лейтена́нт''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''под офицеров''''' - '''Under-Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Lt-comm.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF LtComm.png|90px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Nlieut.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF Nlieut.png|90px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Ensign.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF ensign.png|90px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Capitano di Corvetta''<br/>'''Lt.Commander'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Tenente di Vascello''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Guardiamarina''<br/>'''Ensign'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''Sottufficiali e Truppa''''' - '''Warrant Officers and Ratings'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF PettOff.png|50px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF PettOffSec.png|50px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF Seaman.png|50px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Ufficiale di Coperta''<br/>'''Petty Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Sottocapo''<br/>'''Petty Officer Second Class'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Marinaio''<br/>'''Seaman'''<br />
|}<br />
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<div>{|class="infobox" style="font-size: 90%; text-align: left; width: 23em"<br />
!style="text-align: center; background:#B0C4DE" colspan="2"|Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces <br> ''Forze Armate St.Charliane''<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|[[File:FADF_Arms.png|200px]]<br /><small>Emblem of the AIAF</small><br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|'''Motto:''' ''(Russian)'': Солдаты, Вперёд! <br />''(English)'' For the Empire, Soldiers Foward!<br />
|-<br />
!March<br />
|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giB4VDSmTZs "Let's go!", V-Put]<br />
|-<br />
!Established<br />
|December 8, [[2014]]<br />
|-<br />
!Country<br />
|[[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]<br />
|-<br />
!Nicknames<br />
|<br />
|-<br />
!Branches<br />
|Army, Navy, Air Force, Territorial Defence<br />
|-<br />
!Sub-branches<br />
|Ministry of War Information<br />
|-<br />
!Previous Engagements<br />
|None<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Leadership<br />
|-<br />
!Commander-in-Chief<br />
|HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I<br />
|-<br />
!Imperial Overseer<br />
|Rt. Hon. Sebastian Schriber<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|General information<br />
|-<br />
!Headquarters<br />
|Kamenskiy Sad, Engorod, St. Konstantin <br />
|-<br />
!Active personnel<br />
|61<br />
|-<br />
!Standard weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makarov_pistol Makarov PM]<br />
|-<br />
!Assault weapon<br />
|[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-101 AK-101]<br />
|-<br />
!style="background:#B0C4DE; color:black; text-align: center" colspan="2"|Website<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|-<br />
|style="text-align: center" colspan="2"|<br />
|}<br />
The '''Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces''', commonly abbreviated '''AIAF''', is the national armed forces of the Tsardom of Ashukovo and, respectively, her dependencies. The term has been used since the establishment of the Tsardom after the collapse of the Federation, regarding which it was formally known as the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. <br />
<br />
The Imperial Armed Forces consists of the '''Army''' (), '''Air Force''' (),'''Navy''' () and '''Territorial Defence''' (). Sub-branches also include the '''Ministry of War Information'''. The AIAF swear allegiance to the Tsar, '''HIH, Tsar Emmanuel I''', and is controlled by the Ministry of Defence and, in turn, the Tsar himself. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov forces bases itself on a loose combination of the Russian and Yugoslav militaries, especially drawing from the JNA's combat doctrine. The main conventional branches, being the Army, Navy and Air Force; work on wearing down the enemy until the partisan force of the Territorial Defence (in some countries known as the Home Guard) can re-group and continue the main fight using partisan tactics, with the continuing support of the smaller main branches. It was believed by the Yugoslav planners to be the "best method by which a smaller nation could properly defend itself against a much stronger invader," hence its implication on the date of the force's founding as a result of Imperial Overseer Sebastian Schriber's reforms. <br />
<br />
===History===<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces has took many forms during its long life time. The biggest and most important form would be the Ashukov Federal Armed Forces. It was the main fighting force of the Federation of Ashukovo, and was utilized to expand the nation's culture and influence aggressively. Although relatively inactive, it still was a prominent figure in micronational armed forces, and provided a 'spring board' for the Ashukov nation. It was however, troubled with the combination of Federation and Administration. The government simply could not figure out an efficient way to let the constituent states deal with their own military as well as contribute to the greater body itself. <br />
<br />
The Federal Armed Forces passed through many incarnations, however the new reforms of the Imperial Armed Forces solved this large problem. The AIAF has never been in any engagements, and is used predominantly as a defensive force, focusing on reserve numbers. Many of the forces are expected to respond in the event of a national crisis, such as a flood or tornado. <br />
<br />
===Doctrine and Structure===<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov military operates on Yugoslavia's "People's War" doctrine. With full support of the Imperial Duma and the blessing of the Tsar, the reforms were implemented along with the establishment of the AFIAF itself. The Tsar is the Commander-in-Chief, with all soldiers swearing and oath of loyalty to the crown upon conscription. There is, however, a difference in how the Ashukov Armed Forces are run relative to other micronational forces. The three main service branches are all directly administered by the Ministry of Defence and come under the Ashukov banner only. They have servicemen and women enlisted from all over the world and the Tsardom, but remains Ashukov only. <br />
<br />
However, the Territorial Defence, on the other hand, is run by the constituent nation it belongs to, and is administered by their respective Ministry or organization. This ensures that each Territorial Defence brigade, which is in some terms the army of the constituent nation itself, has the ability to mould it to what is required in the nation. This ensures coordinated and systematic responses to threats and diminishes the administration problem the Federation had outlined above. This also means that the personnel in the TD know their own country and are able to use the terrain to their advantage if partisan tactics were to be implemented. Furthermore, the Territorial Defence acts as a security and police force in peace time, allowing the time and training of the personnel to be directed efficiently. Each Territorial Defence brigade is referred to in respect of the nation it is from, i.e St. Konstantin. The localised government may choose anything, from how many units should be allocated to which sub-branch or what vehicles or equipment are required from the budget.<br />
<br />
====Ranks====<br />
<center><br />
{| border="0" |style="align="center""<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white"|'''Supreme Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:16gen1.png|35px|]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''генера́л-майо́р''<br/>'''Major General of the Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="6" align="center"|[[File:50px-12kpt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center"|''полко́вник'<br/>'''Colonel'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#000066 border=0 style="color: white" |'''Senior Officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-8stprp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-7prp.png|35px]] <br />
!colspan="2" align="center"|[[File:50px-9mllt.png|35px]] <br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''капита́н''<br/>'''Captain'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''''<br/>'''Imperial Liason Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''лейтена́нт''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''Ufficiali superiori''''' - '''Senior officers'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Lt-comm.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF LtComm.png|90px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Nlieut.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF Nlieut.png|90px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:Ensign.png|35px]] [[File:SCAF ensign.png|90px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Capitano di Corvetta''<br/>'''Lt.Commander'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Tenente di Vascello''<br/>'''Lieutenant'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Guardiamarina''<br/>'''Ensign'''<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="6" align="center" bgcolor=#0080FF border=0 style="color: white" |'''''Sottufficiali e Truppa''''' - '''Warrant Officers and Ratings'''<br />
|-<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF PettOff.png|50px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF PettOffSec.png|50px|]]<br />
!colspan="2" width="240" align="center"|[[File:SCAF Seaman.png|50px|]]<br />
|-<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Ufficiale di Coperta''<br/>'''Petty Officer'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Sottocapo''<br/>'''Petty Officer Second Class'''<br />
|colspan="2" align="center"|''Marinaio''<br/>'''Seaman'''<br />
|}<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
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| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
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| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
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| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
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| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
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| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
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| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
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| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
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| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
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| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
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|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
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| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
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| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| centre<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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However, throughout most states it is generally relatively cold, wavering around 10 C in the summer to -2 in the winter and early spring. Most of the Northern states in Russia and England, have moderately cold climates but far from extreme. The southern states, such as in Greece, Croatia and Albania all enjoy a generally warm Mediterranean climate, although it can still get extremely cold during the winter, especially for the territories that reside further inland. The coldest winter was recorded in St. Konstantin, where it reached tempratures of -12 C. <br />
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{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
<br />
|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://thermograph.ru/mon/st_27612.htm<br />
|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://www.pogoda.ru.net/climate/27612.htm<br />
|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
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|url=http://meteoweb.ru/cl006-7.php<br />
|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= Meteoweb.ru<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
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All states are classed in its own geographical boundary and influence zone, along with subsequent territories. St. Konstantin and Ashukov Dradelia are a part of the Northern Common Influence Zone (NCIZ); whereas Mouzilo, Psatura and Havil are organised into the Balkans and Southern Common Influence Zone (BSCIZ). Aetos, on the other hand, lays in the Central Atalntic Common Influence Zone (CACIZ). <br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 5th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| centre<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
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|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
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|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
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|Apr humidity = 67<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
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|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 5th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The Prime Minister of the Tsardom, appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The Council of the State is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the Supreme Imperial Court of Ashukovo, consists of the Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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The legislature is known as the Imperial Duma. The Imperial Duma is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
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! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
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|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
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|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
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|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
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|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
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|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
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|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
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|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
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|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
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|Oct rain days = 12<br />
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|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
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|Apr sun = 170<br />
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|Jun sun = 279<br />
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|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
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There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 5th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
<br />
Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
<br />
===Establishment===<br />
<br />
Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became Somster. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
<br />
===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate. <br />
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|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
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|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
<br />
|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
<br />
|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
<br />
|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
<br />
|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://thermograph.ru/mon/st_27612.htm<br />
|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://www.pogoda.ru.net/climate/27612.htm<br />
|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://meteoweb.ru/cl006-7.php<br />
|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= Meteoweb.ru<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
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Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===National Holidays and Symbols===<br />
<br />
There are four public holidays in the Tsardom of Ashukovo. The Christmas holiday follows the Orthodox calendar, and runs from 20th December to January 5th, of which the celebrations follow close suit to their western counterparts. January 7th is Christmas Day in the Tsardom, mainly due to the fact that the Julian Calendar is still followed by the Church. Easter, possibly to a lesser extent, is celebrated too, and is much more of a religious festival than what it is now in recent years. <br />
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Further holidays include Imperial Day (5th January), which honours the Tsar and the beginning of the empire. The Winter Spring (December 18th), which combines the celebration of the coming spring and also the expansion of the empire, gaining new states and dependencies. And finally Victory Day, of which remembers the loss on all fronts of the Great Patriotic War and the victory over fascism. A small service is organised by the Tsar and his Ministers and is also the day where honours of military service are given out annually. <br />
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State symbols of Ashukovo include the Orthodox cross, also known as the Suppedaneum cross. As well as this, the coat of arms, especially the distinct lion and griffin are both large national symbols within the Tsardom. Red, white and blue, along with the crown is probably the most recognisable national symbol of the country, especially of recent years, with the decline of the Federation. ''God is with us'' still decorates the coat of arms and many other things within the empire and is very much a symbol of the Imperial power. The white banner, also known as the Tsar's banner, is also a national symbol in the country and consists of a pure white banner with the Tsar's crown on it. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
<br />
On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
<br />
The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
<br />
[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
<br />
===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
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|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
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|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
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|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
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|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
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|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
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|Nov humidity = 84<br />
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|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
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|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
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|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
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|Nov sun = 32<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
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| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
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|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. <br />
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Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
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|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
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|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo. As of recent the University was inactivity, but with the coronation of the Tsar there has been a large boost in the number of people taking courses. Currently courses in Micro-economics, German, Russian, French, English Literature and Language are all available freely to Ashukov citizens and at a small fee to non-citizens. Currently the University forms a small but critical plan of the "Tsar's Speech", where Tsar Manolis I outlined a number of areas where Ashukovo could generate revenue and profit in order to supply the nation with a greater standard of life and better trade.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. <br />
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Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
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! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
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! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
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| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
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| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
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| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
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|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
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|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
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|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
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|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
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}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
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|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
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|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
<br />
===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe. The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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As aforementioned, the culture is based on that of Eastern Europe, however is mostly influenced from Russia. There are many different ethnic groups within the Tsardom, but the country is mostly influenced by the Slavic Orthodox traditions, rather than that of the Turkic Muslims for example. <br />
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With clothes, a Western-European style is mainly adopted due to the position of Ashukovo. However, many men and women wear ushankas and other such items too. The cuisine is mainly fish, such as salmon, trout and haddock; not to mentioned varying meats including venison and, more specifically, chicken kiev. Although most of the population drinks very little, whiskey and standard beer is the most common, most likely as a result of the integration of western traditions. <br />
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There is little to no folk music in Ashukovo, mainly due to the fact of the young population. A large amount of varying music is enjoyed throughout the Tsardom, from soft rock to the more modern chill-step. Soviet songs, which are considered extremely patriotic in the country, are well revered and is a defining feature of the Ashukov national identity. <br />
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Ashukovs have many traditions, the most recent and prominent of which would be Christmas gifts. Usually relatives, friends and colleagues will send small gifts to each other to mark the Orthodox Christmas and coronation of the Tsar. <br />
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It was considered in late 2014, after the crowning of Tsar Manolis I, on the addition of Hellenic culture to the mix, creating a nation somewhat relative to the Seleucid Empire or Greco-Bactria, however it is still to be decided by the Council of the State and the Ministry of Culture. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
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===Literature and Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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As well as this, a number of books have been published within the Tsardom, such as the recently released "A Sparrow's Calling", which details life after the collapse of civilization in a post-Soviet state. <br />
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Most of Ashukov literature takes a strong influence from Russian once again, with writers such as Alexander Pushkin and Leo Tolstoy being strong characters. <br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football. It is yet to be decided, but an online basketball league has been proposed in the Tsardom, but until now has yet to gain government attention and popularity.<br />
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As well as your average sports, other activities such as hunting, fishing and hiking are enjoyed by a number of Ashukovs, although preference very much varies from state to state.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Jun rain days = 14<br />
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|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
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|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Aetos<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
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The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
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===Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
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|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
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|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
<br />
|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
<br />
|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
<br />
|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
<br />
|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://thermograph.ru/mon/st_27612.htm<br />
|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://www.pogoda.ru.net/climate/27612.htm<br />
|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://meteoweb.ru/cl006-7.php<br />
|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= Meteoweb.ru<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
<br />
===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Konstantin<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| Imperial State of St. Konstantin<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial State of Mouzilo, in the name of HIH Tsar Manolis I<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of South-Eastern Carpathians and New Kronstadt<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
<br />
The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
<br />
==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
<br />
Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
<br />
Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
<br />
On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
<br />
===Establishment===<br />
<br />
Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
<br />
On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
<br />
===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
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|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
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|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
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|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called Imperial States, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution. These sub-constituent nations have their own military, under the Military Reforms of December 2014 known as the Imperial Territorial Defence which also acts as a security force, as well as the capability for its own laws, courts and system of government as aligned with Imperial law.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Imperial Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Imperial Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Sebastian Schriber (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Imperial Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Richard Cunningham''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
<references/><br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
<br />
The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
<br />
Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
<br />
Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
<br />
On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
<br />
===Establishment===<br />
<br />
Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
<br />
On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
<br />
The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
<br />
===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
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|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
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|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
<br />
|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
<br />
|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
<br />
|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
<br />
|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://thermograph.ru/mon/st_27612.htm<br />
|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://www.pogoda.ru.net/climate/27612.htm<br />
|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://meteoweb.ru/cl006-7.php<br />
|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= Meteoweb.ru<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
<br />
===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Tsar Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:St. Konstantin.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:CoA St. Konstantin.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Imperial Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 24 March 2013 (founded) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Tsar Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional Tsar Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| Tsar Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Imperial Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
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{| class="toccolours FCK__ShowTableBorders" style="clear: right; font-size: 88%; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 1em 1em; width: 25em"<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology==<br />
<br />
The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
<br />
==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
<br />
Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
<br />
Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
<br />
On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
<br />
===Establishment===<br />
<br />
Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
<br />
On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
<br />
The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
<br />
This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
<br />
As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
<br />
Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer. The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
Further censuses have been delayed as the result of the transition between a Federation and Tsardom. After the coronation of the Tsar, scheduled roughly for January 2015 and the Orthodox Christmas (January 7th), a census and activity is planned by the Imperial Overseer.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
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|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
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|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
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|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
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|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
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|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
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|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
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|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
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|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
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|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
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|Jun humidity = 70<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Tsar Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Imperial Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Tsar Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional Tsar Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| Tsar Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Imperial Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Imperial District''</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
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| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Tsardom</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
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|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Tsardom|Russian Tsardom]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a Imperialized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|ConTsardom of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Tsardom, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After Imperialization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the Tsardom. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Imperial Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected Tsar and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Imperial Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Tsardom were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the ConTsardom of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Tsardom should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Tsardom was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first Tsar of the Tsardom soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Imperial Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Tsardom]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Tsardom. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian ConTsardom]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. Tsar Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Imperial Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Tsardom and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the Imperial government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Imperial Tsar Jacobs and Imperial Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov Tsar Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Imperial Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Imperial Assembly, Tsar Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Imperial Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Imperial Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Tsardom and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Tsardom on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Imperial Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third Tsar of the Tsardom. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Imperial Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Imperial Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Tsarial Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Tsarial Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Tsarial term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, Tsar Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Tsarial Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Imperial Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Imperial District. On 4 August 2014, the Imperial Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Imperial Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Tsardom. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Imperial Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Tsardom. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major Tsarial duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Tsardom|Prime Minister]], appointed by the Tsar on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the Tsar. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Tsardom, and its members are appointed by the Tsar on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Tsardom|Supreme Judge of the Tsardom]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Imperial Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Imperial Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Imperial Assembly (Ashukovo)|Imperial Assembly]]. The Imperial Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Tsardom is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Imperial Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Imperial Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Tsardom outlines the policy on international relations of the Tsardom. The following nations are ones the Tsardom has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Imperial State of New Russia|Imperial State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Imperial Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Tsardom. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Military==<br />
The Ashukov Imperial Armed Forces is the successor to the now defunct Ashukov Federal Armed Forces of the late predecessor. The concept of producing a military under the control of the constituent nations of the Tsardom as well as having the military be a unifying Imperial force delayed the military reforms by many months. However, it was decided on the 10th of December, 2014, after extensive research by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that the AIAF, as it is commonly abbreviated, should adopt the Yugoslav People's Army (JNA) military doctrine. This consists of the conventional forces such as Ground Force, Air Force and Navy delaying and wearing down the enemy until the Territorial Defence battalions, controlled by the sub-constituent nations, were left to continue partisan and guerilla tactics. Whereas the Ashukov Imperial Army, Navy and Air Force is the smallest yet most advanced branch, it would work to support the guerilla movement.<br />
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This concept was taken from the "People's War" doctrine, one adopted by Yugoslavia's leader Tito, following the partisan tactics that had saved Yugoslavia before. It was celebrated by tacticians and generals alike as the ideal concept for 'defending small nations' and solved the problem of Imperial and Constituent forces. This meant that the conventional branches were controlled directly by the Imperial administration whereas the Imperial Territorial Defence would be responsible for defence and more and, more importantly, could be organized and structured to suit the constituent nation it defended.<br />
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As aforementioned, the Ashukov Imperial Army, Air Force and Navy are all responsible for wearing down hostiles until the larger and locally administered Imperial Territorial Defence can resume un-conventional warfare, with the more superior support of the other branches. As well as with the reforms, the Izlom pattern was adopted as the standard camouflage for all units under the AIAF. Furthermore, ideas for the Gendarmerie were scrapped after ideas for the Territorial Defence soldiers to take over as military police during peacetimes were enacted, to attract more recruits.<br />
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Drafting and conscription is compulsory in the Tsardom of Ashukovo, with all fit and capable males reaching 15 being required to do at least two years service in Territorial Defence, or to a lesser extent the other service branches. Those who stay on usually switch to either the Army, Navy or Air Force to make room for the conscripted personnel. The military has three bases, with one in Greece, Slovenia and England. All soldiers swear direct allegiance to the Tsar and no other, meaning he is under complete control of all Armed Forces in the Tsardom. It is also to be noted that on the 11th of December 2014 the AKM assault rifle was chosen as the standard service rifle for the AIAF, the military usually choosing BB or Air rifles over similar weapon platforms. However, in somewhat rare cases shotguns are known to be used.<br />
==Demographics==<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer.<br />
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The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Imperial Subject to Imperial Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Tsardom, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
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{{cite web<br />
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|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
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===States and Imperial departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a Tsardom of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| Tsar Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Imperial Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Tsar Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional Tsar Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| Tsar Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| Tsar Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Imperial Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Imperial Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Imperial Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
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==Culture==<br />
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Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
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The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Tsardom, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
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===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
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===Media===<br />
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Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Federal District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Federation</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a federalized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|Confederation of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Federation, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After federalization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the federation. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Federal Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected President and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Federal Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Federation were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the Confederation of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Federation should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Federation was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first President of the Federation soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Federal Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Federation]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Federation. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian Confederation]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. President Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Federation and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the federal government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Federal President Jacobs and Federal Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov President Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Federal Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Federal Assembly, President Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Federal Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Federal Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Federation and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Federation on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Federal Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third President of the Federation. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Federal Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Federal Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Presidential Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Presidential Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Presidential term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, President Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Presidential Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Federal Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Federal District. On 4 August 2014, the Federal Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Federal Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Federation. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Federal Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Federation. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Tsardom of Ashukovo is governed as an absolute monarchy, the system for governing the Tsardom is outlined in the constitution of the empire. The Tsar is the head of state, and appoints most imperial officials. The Tsar is not elected, and may only be removed by constitutional powers in the most dire circumstances. Generally, the Imperial Overseer will step in most cases though. The Tsar is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major presidential duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|Prime Minister]], appointed by the President on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the President. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Federation, and its members are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Judge of the Federation]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Federal Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Federal Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Federal Assembly (Ashukovo)|Federal Assembly]]. The Federal Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Federation is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Federal Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Federal Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Federation outlines the policy on international relations of the Federation. The following nations are ones the Federation has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Federal State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
<br />
===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Federal Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Federation. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Demographics==<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer.<br />
<br />
The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Federal Subject to Federal Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Federation, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
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|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
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|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Federal departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a federation of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| President Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Federal Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>President Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional President Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| President Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| President Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Federal Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Federal Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Federal Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Federation, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
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===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
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==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Federal District''</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation of Federation</small> <br />
| <small>25 May 2013</small><br />
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|<small>- Formation of Tsardom (Current)</small><br />
|<small>11 October 2014</small><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
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| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a federalized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|Confederation of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Federation, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After federalization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the federation. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Federal Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected President and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Federal Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Federation were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the Confederation of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Federation should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Federation was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first President of the Federation soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Federal Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Federation]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Federation. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian Confederation]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. President Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Federation and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the federal government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Federal President Jacobs and Federal Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov President Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Federal Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Federal Assembly, President Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
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In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Federal Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Federal Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Federation and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Federation on the next day.<br />
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===Kennedy's Return===<br />
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On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Federal Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
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===Schriber's Term===<br />
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Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third President of the Federation. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Federal Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Federal Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Presidential Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Presidential Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Presidential term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
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Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
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===Huff's Term===<br />
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On 1 May 2014, President Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Presidential Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
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On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Federal Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Federal District. On 4 August 2014, the Federal Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Federal Assembly.<br />
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===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Federation. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Federal Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Federation. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
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==Politics and government==<br />
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The Ashukov Federation is governed as a democratic republic. The system for governing the Federation is outlined in the [[Constitution of the Ashukov Federation]].<br />
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[[file:Ashukov presidential standard.png|thumb|right|Standard of the President of Ashukovo.]]The [[President_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|President]] is the head of state, and appoints most federal officials. The President is elected by the Federal Assembly for a term of six month, with no limit on the amount of terms one individual can serve. The President is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major presidential duties. <br />
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The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|Prime Minister]], appointed by the President on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the President. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Federation, and its members are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Judge of the Federation]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Federal Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Federal Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Federal Assembly (Ashukovo)|Federal Assembly]]. The Federal Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Federation is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Federal Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Federal Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
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===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
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== Foreign relations ==<br />
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The Constitution of the Ashukov Federation outlines the policy on international relations of the Federation. The following nations are ones the Federation has relations with or recognizes:<br />
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===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Federal State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
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===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
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==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
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The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Federal Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Federation. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
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==Demographics==<br />
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According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
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Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer.<br />
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The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Federal Subject to Federal Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Federation, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
|year high C = 9.6<br />
|Jan mean C = −6.5<br />
|Feb mean C = −6.7<br />
|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
|Sep low C = 7.4<br />
|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
|Dec low C = −7.6<br />
|year low C = 2.1<br />
|Jan record low C = −42.2<br />
|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
<br />
|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
<br />
|Jan rain days = 0.8<br />
|Feb rain days = 0.7<br />
|Mar rain days = 3<br />
|Apr rain days = 9<br />
|May rain days = 13<br />
|Jun rain days = 14<br />
|Jul rain days = 15<br />
|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
<br />
|Jan snow days = 18<br />
|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
|May snow days = 0.1<br />
|Jun snow days = 0<br />
|Jul snow days = 0<br />
|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
<br />
|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
|source 1 = <ref name="thermograph.ru"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://thermograph.ru/mon/st_27612.htm<br />
|title=Thermograph.ru averages<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12 <br />
}}</ref> <ref name="Pogoda.ru.net archive 1820-2010"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://www.pogoda.ru.net/climate/27612.htm<br />
|title=Pogoda & Climate (Weather & Climate)<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= <br />
|language=Russian}}</ref> <ref name="Climate monitor 2005-2011"><br />
{{cite web<br />
|url=http://pogoda.ru.net/monitor.php?id=27612<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|title=Climate monitor 2005-2011<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><ref name="Meteoweb.ru Average monthly Sunshine hours"><br />
{{cite web <br />
|url=http://meteoweb.ru/cl006-7.php<br />
|title=Average monthly Sunshine hours<br />
|accessdate=2011-01-12<br />
|publisher= Meteoweb.ru<br />
|language=Russian<br />
}}</ref><br />
|date=January 2011<br />
}}<br />
<br />
===States and Federal departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a federation of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| President Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Federal Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>President Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional President Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| President Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| President Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Federal Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Federal Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Federal Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Federation, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
<references/><br />
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{| class="toccolours FCK__ShowTableBorders" style="clear: right; font-size: 88%; float: right; margin: 0px 0px 1em 1em; width: 25em"<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Federal District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God save the Tsar!''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Emmanuel I<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation (current)</small> <br />
| <small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of the Federation</small><br />
|<small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HIH Tsar Emmanuel I the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a federalized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|Confederation of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Federation, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
<br />
The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
<br />
The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
<br />
After federalization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
<br />
Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
<br />
Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the federation. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
<br />
First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Federal Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
<br />
On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected President and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Federal Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
<br />
===Establishment===<br />
<br />
Talks on the formation of a Federation were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the Confederation of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Federation should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Federation was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first President of the Federation soon after.<br />
<br />
===Development and growth===<br />
<br />
After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Federal Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Federation]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Federation. <br />
<br />
On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian Confederation]]. <br />
<br />
On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. President Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Federation and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
<br />
===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
<br />
On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the federal government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Federal President Jacobs and Federal Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov President Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Federal Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
<br />
===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
<br />
On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Federal Assembly, President Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Federal Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Federal Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Federation and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Federation on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Federal Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third President of the Federation. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Federal Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Federal Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Presidential Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Presidential Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Presidential term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party. Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Huff's Term===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, President Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Presidential Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Federal Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Federal District. On 4 August 2014, the Federal Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Federal Assembly.<br />
<br />
===The Tsardom===<br />
During the term of Jacob Huff inactivity was a huge problem for the Federation. On the 2nd of October, 2014, Joseph Kennedy left the Federal Assembly and renounced all his positions in the government and Montania - which was left to the will of the Federation. It was being discussed before the leave of Kennedy as to whether Ashukovo should become a Tsardom to 'solidify culture and increase activity'. Shortly after, on the 10th of October, acting Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber called a vote within the Assembly on the matter. With a resounding 100% in favour, on the 12th of October Manolis Tsompanoglou was chosen as the Tsar, mainly for his Orthodox faith. Later on, the 16th of November to be exact, the Tsar proposed his auxiliary cabinet until further elections. As well as this, the coronation of the Tsar was postponed until after Christmas, to coincide with the new government reforms.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Federation is governed as a democratic republic. The system for governing the Federation is outlined in the [[Constitution of the Ashukov Federation]].<br />
<br />
[[file:Ashukov presidential standard.png|thumb|right|Standard of the President of Ashukovo.]]The [[President_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|President]] is the head of state, and appoints most federal officials. The President is elected by the Federal Assembly for a term of six month, with no limit on the amount of terms one individual can serve. The President is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major presidential duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|Prime Minister]], appointed by the President on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the President. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Federation, and its members are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
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The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Judge of the Federation]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Federal Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Federal Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Federal Assembly (Ashukovo)|Federal Assembly]]. The Federal Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Federation is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Federal Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Federal Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Federation outlines the policy on international relations of the Federation. The following nations are ones the Federation has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Federal State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Leyflag.PNG|25px]] [[Confederation of Leylandiistan & Gurvata]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Federal Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Federation. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Demographics==<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer.<br />
<br />
The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Federal Subject to Federal Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Federation, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
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|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
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|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
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|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
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|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
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|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
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|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
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|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
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|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
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|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
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|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
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|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
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|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
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|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Oct rain days = 12<br />
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|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
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|Apr sun = 170<br />
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|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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===States and Federal departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a federation of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! State Duma Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial City'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| Imperial City of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Duchies'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos|Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| President Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Federal Republic of Akharnes|Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>President Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional President Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| President Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| President Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Imperial Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Federal Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Federal Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Federal Territory of Saint George|Imperial Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Imperial Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Federation, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
<references/><br />
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<div>{{Infobox nation 2<br />
|name = <br />
{{Collapsible list|title=<center>Grand Duchy of St. Konstantin</center><br />
|liststyle= text-align:center|1= <br />
<small>Демократическая Республика Сомстер ''(Russian)''<br />
<br>Республика Сомстэра ''(Ashukov)''<br />
<br>Reipublicae Somster ''(Latin)''</small>}}<br />
|image1 = [[Image:St. Konstantin.png|border|165px]]<br>Flag<br />
|image2 = [[Image:CoA St. Konstantin.png|105px]]<br>Coat of Arms<br />
|motto = In the name of peace and progress!<br />
|anthem = "Kalinka"<br />
|location = England and the Balkans (Croatia and Albania)<br />
|capital = [[File:kamenskiysadnewflag.png|15px]] Kamenskiy Sad<br />
|largest_city = [[File:Poezdovskflag.png|15px]] Poezdovsk<br />
|languages = English, Ashukov, Russian<br />
|religions = Eastern Orthodoxy<br />
|demonym = Konstantine <br />
|government = Direct-Democratic Constitutional Duchy<br />
|head of government = Prime Minister<br />
|head of state = Grand Duke<br />
|3rd_h = <br />
|hog_name = Sebastian Schriber<br />
|hos_name = Edward Jacobs<br />
|3rd_h_name = <br />
|legislature = Grand duke exercises power in conjunction with State Council and Imperial Duma<br />
|type_a = State Council of Lords<br />
|type_b = Imperial Duma of St. Konstantin<br />
|seats_a = <br />
|seats_b = <br />
|election_a = <br />
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|established = 25 March, 2011<br />
March 24, 2012 (As an independent State)<br />
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May 25, 2013 (As a state of Ashukovo)<br />
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St. Konstantin, officially the '''Grand Duchy of St. Konstantin''', is a small European state of the [[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]. Originally the two nations Akharnes and Somster, they merged to form the state on the date of the Tsardom's founding, after the collapse of the [[Ashukov Federation]]. It is governed in a bicameral system and uses a form of absolute monarchy.<br />
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In regards to the Boodlesmythe-Tallini system the state is a low end 'fith world' micronation. St. Konstantin is also a member and founder of the Micronational Orthodox Cooperative and was formerly a constituent state of St. Luke and Amager. <br />
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St. Konstantin is generally a serious micronation, and takes elements of historical simulation from the Byzantine Empire and the Grand Duchy of Moscow. On the creation of the Ashukov Tsardom, Eastern Orthodoxy was elevated to an official religion.</div>Sebhttps://micronations.wiki/index.php?title=Grand_Duchy_of_St._Konstantin&diff=79530Grand Duchy of St. Konstantin2014-11-09T12:58:39Z<p>Seb: </p>
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<small>Демократическая Республика Сомстер ''(Russian)''<br />
<br>Республика Сомстэра ''(Ashukov)''<br />
<br>Reipublicae Somster ''(Latin)''</small>}}<br />
|image1 = [[Image:St. Konstantin.png|border|165px]]<br>Flag<br />
|image2 = [[Image:CoA St. Konstantin.png|105px]]<br>Coat of Arms<br />
|motto = In the name of peace and progress!<br />
|anthem = "Kalinka"<br />
|location = England and the Balkans (Croatia and Albania)<br />
|capital = [[File:kamenskiysadnewflag.png|15px]] Kamenskiy Sad<br />
|largest_city = [[File:Poezdovskflag.png|15px]] Poezdovsk<br />
|languages = English, Ashukov, Russian<br />
|religions = Eastern Orthodoxy<br />
|demonym = Konstantine <br />
|government = Direct-Democratic Constitutional Duchy<br />
|head of government = Prime Minister<br />
|head of state = Grand duke<br />
|3rd_h = <br />
|hog_name = Sebastian Schriber<br />
|hos_name = Edward Jacobs<br />
|3rd_h_name = <br />
|legislature = Grand duke exercises power in conjunction with State Council and Imperial Duma<br />
|type_a = State Council of Lords<br />
|type_b = Imperial Duma of St. Konstantin<br />
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|seats_b = <br />
|election_a = <br />
|election_b = <br />
|established = 25 March, 2011<br />
March 24, 2012 (As an independent State)<br />
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May 25, 2013 (As a state of Ashukovo)<br />
|area = <br />
|population = 23<br />
|currency = Ashukov denar (Ѥ) <br />
|time_zone = GMT<br />
|nat_animal = Eagle<br />
|pat_saint = <br />
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|calling_code = <br />
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St. Konstantin, officially the '''Grand Duchy of St. Konstantin''', is a small European state of the [[Tsardom of Ashukovo]]. Originally the two nations Akharnes and Somster, they merged to form the state on the date of the Tsardom's founding, after the collapse of the [[Ashukov Federation]].</div>Sebhttps://micronations.wiki/index.php?title=Grand_Duchy_of_St._Konstantin&diff=79527Grand Duchy of St. Konstantin2014-11-09T12:44:32Z<p>Seb: </p>
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<small>Демократическая Республика Сомстер ''(Russian)''<br />
<br>Республика Сомстэра ''(Ashukov)''<br />
<br>Reipublicae Somster ''(Latin)''</small>}}<br />
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|image2 = [[Image:CoA St. Konstantin.png|105px]]<br>Coat of Arms<br />
|motto = In the name of peace and progress!<br />
|anthem = "Kalinka"<br />
|location = England and the Balkans (Croatia and Albania)<br />
|capital = [[File:kamenskiysadnewflag.png|15px]] Kamenskiy Sad<br />
|largest_city = [[File:Poezdovskflag.png|15px]] Poezdovsk<br />
|languages = English, Ashukov, Russian<br />
|religions = Eastern Orthodoxy<br />
|demonym = Konstantine <br />
|government = Direct-Democratic Constitutional Duchy<br />
|head of government = Prime Minister<br />
|head of state = Grand duke<br />
|3rd_h = <br />
|hog_name = Sebastian Schriber<br />
|hos_name = Edward Jacobs<br />
|3rd_h_name = <br />
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|type_b = Imperial Duma of St. Konstantin<br />
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|established = 25 March, 2011<br />
March 24, 2012 (As an independent State)<br />
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May 25, 2013 (As a state of Ashukovo)<br />
|area = <br />
|population = 23<br />
|currency = Ashukov denar (Ѥ) <br />
|time_zone = GMT<br />
|nat_animal = Eagle<br />
|pat_saint = <br />
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|calling_code = <br />
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|languages_other = Latin, French, German<br />
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<small>Демократическая Республика Сомстер ''(Russian)''<br />
<br>Республика Сомстэра ''(Ashukov)''<br />
<br>Reipublicae Somster ''(Latin)''</small>}}<br />
|image1 = [[Image:St. Konstantin.png|border|165px]]<br>Flag<br />
|image2 = [[Image:CoA St. Konstantin.png|105px]]<br>Coat of Arms<br />
|motto = In the name of peace and progress!<br />
|anthem = "Kalinka"<br />
|location = England and the Balkans (Croatia and Albania)<br />
|capital = [[File:kamenskiysadnewflag.png|15px]] Kamenskiy Sad<br />
|largest_city = [[File:Poezdovskflag.png|15px]] Poezdovsk<br />
|languages = English, Ashukov, Russian<br />
|religions = Eastern Orthodoxy<br />
|demonym = Konstantine <br />
|government = Direct-Democratic Constitutional Duchy<br />
|head of government = Prime Minister<br />
|head of state = Grand duke<br />
|3rd_h = <br />
|hog_name = Sebastian Schriber<br />
|hos_name = Edward Jacobs<br />
|3rd_h_name = <br />
|legislature = Grand duke exercises power in conjunction with State Council and Imperial Duma<br />
|type_a = State Council of Lords<br />
|type_b = Imperial Duma of St. Konstantin<br />
|seats_a = <br />
|seats_b = <br />
|election_a = <br />
|election_b = <br />
|established = 25 March, 2011<br />
March 24, 2012 (As an independent State)<br />
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May 25, 2013 (As a state of Ashukovo)<br />
|area = <br />
|population = 23<br />
|currency = Ashukov denar (Ѥ) <br />
|time_zone = GMT<br />
|nat_animal = Eagle<br />
|pat_saint = <br />
|domain = <br />
|calling_code = <br />
|notes = Somster is a state of the Tsardom of Ashukovo<br />
|web = <br />
|languages_other = Latin, French, German<br />
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{{Infobox national military<br />
|country = [[Ashukov Federation]]<br />
|name = Ashukov Federal Armed Forces <br />
|native_name = A.F.A.F.<br>The Forces<br />
|image = [[File:FADF Arms.png|150px]]<br />
|caption = Coat of arms of the A.F.A.F.<br />
|image2 = [[File:Ashukov Military Flag.png|120px]]<br />
|caption2 =Flag of the A.F.A.F.<br />
|founded = 7 September 2013<br />
|currentform = 18 May 2014<br />
|disbanded =<br />
|branches = Army, Navy, Air Force, Foreign Legion<br />
|commander-in-chief = Jacob Huff<br />
|commander-in-chief_title= Commander-in-Chief<br />
|minister = Colonel [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
|minister_title = Minister of Defense<br />
|commander = <br />
|commander_title = <br />
|age = 10<br />
|conscription = No <br />
|active = 16<br />
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The '''Ashukov Federal Armed Forces''', abbreviated A.F.A.F. and sometimes referred to simply as "the Forces", is the national military of the [[Ashukov Federation]]. Various other names were used in the early development phases of the Forces, such as "Ashukov Federal Military" and "Federal Ashukov Defense Force".<br />
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The Forces comprise the '''Army''', '''Navy''', '''Air Force''', and '''Foreign Legion'''. The A.F.A.F. is under the command of the [[Ministry of Defense of Ashukovo|Ministry of Defense]].<br />
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==History==<br />
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The A.F.A.F. was established on 7 September 2013 as the Ashukov Federal Military. <br />
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{{Ashukovo Navbox}}<br />
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|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" |<center><big>'''Tsardom of Ashukovo'''<br>''Царизм Ашуковская ([[w:Russian language|ru]])''<br>''Чарство Ашукова ([[Ashukov language|as]])''</big><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:Flag_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|border|160px]][[File:Greater_CoA_of_the_Tsardom_of_Ashukovo.png|85px]]<br />
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<br />
|-<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | [[File:National Map Ashukovo1.png|250px]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <small>''Dark blue indicates States, red indicates Territories, and gold indicates the Federal District''</small><br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''National Anthem''':<br> God Save the Tsar (Royal), Farewell of Slavianka (National)<br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | '''Motto''':<br>''Бог ша спасию Чар!'' ([[Ashukov language|Ashukov]])<br> <small>''God with us!''</small><br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Capital]]''' <br />
| [[File:Mladorossija COA.png|25px]] Imperial City of Mladorossija (''de jure'')<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Official language]]s''' <br />
| [[w:English language|English]], [[w:Russian language|Russian]], [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[w:Denomym|Denomyn]]''' <br />
| Ashukov<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''[[Government]]''' <br />
| <br />
|-<br />
| –<small>His Royal Highness, by the Grace of God, Tsar of the Ashukovs</small> <br />
| <small>Maonlis Tsompanoglou <br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Edward Jacobs]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>[[Deputy Prime Minister of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Deputy Prime Minister]]</small> <br />
| <small>[[Sebastian Schriber]] ([[Orthodox Party of Ashukovo|OP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| -<small>[[Speaker of the Imperial State Duma of the Tsardom of Ashukovo|Speaker of the House]]</small><br />
| <small>[[Jacob Huff]] ([[National Party(Ashukovo)|SPP]])<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Supreme Judge of the Tsardom of Ashukovo</small> <br />
| <small>Nathan Ford<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Imperial Overseer and Servant of the Tsar</small> <br />
| <small>Sebastian Schriber (Transition)<br></small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''[[Legislature]]''' <br />
| Council of the State (Higher)<br />
|-<br />
| Imperial State Duma (Ashukovo)|State Duma (Lower)<br />
|-<br />
| -<small>Type</small> <br />
| <small>Bicameral</small><br />
|-<br />
| –<small>Seats</small> <br />
| <small>11 (two vacant)</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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<br />
|-<br />
| '''Established'''<br />
|-<br />
| <small>- Constitution ratified</small> <br />
| <small>To be ratified</small><br />
|-<br />
| <small>– Formation (current)</small> <br />
| <small>11 October 2014</small><br />
|-<br />
|<small>- Formation of the Federation</small><br />
|<small>25 May 2013</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Area claimed''' <br />
| >5,039,000 m<sup>2</sup><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Population''' <br />
| 65 (2014 Estimate)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Currency''' <br />
| Ashukov denar (Ѥ)<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
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|-<br />
| '''Time zone''' <br />
| [[w:UTC|UTC]], [[w:EST|EST]], [[w:CEST|CEST]]<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
----<br />
<br />
|-<br />
| '''Drives on the''' <br />
| Varies<br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
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|-<br />
| '''Date formats''' <br />
| [[w:Gregorian calendar|Gregorian calendar]]<br><small>dd/mm/yyyyy</small><br />
|-<br />
| align="center" colspan="2" | <br />
|}<br />
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'''Ashukovo''', officially the '''Tsardom of Ashukovo '''is a self-declared independent nation-state, commonly referred to as a [[micronation]] by external observers, with claims in Asia, Europe, North America and Antarctica. It is governed as a constitutional monarchy, with HRH Tsar Manolis Tsompanoglou the de-facto head of state. Its capital city is the Imperial City of Mladorossija, surrounded on all sides by [[w:Moscow|Moscow]], [[w:Russian Federation|Russian Federation]]. It is under direct control of the Tsar, unlike the other states and territories.<br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom, as it's sometimes referred to, is a federalized state and a Constitutional Absolute Monarchy with numerous democratic elements., and is administered by a parliament known as the State Duma of Ashukovo. While the laws of the states are subordinate to High Law, the royal government does not have any regulations on the means for administering states and as such the states all have their own unique system of governance. It is regarded as a major inter-micronational diplomatic power and a leading cultural and political power in Western Asia, Europe and the Eastern US.<br />
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Ashukovo, with a mixed market capitalist economy, ranks as having a high level of income equality. It is frequently ranked as a happy and lowly corrupt nation. The national language, [[Ashukov language|Ashukov]], is closely related to Old Church Slavonic, Old Eastern Slavonic, Russian, and Serbian, due to Ashukovo's predominantly Slavic culture. Languages spoken in the nation also include German and Russian. Ashukovo is a member of the [[Amagerian Union]], the [[Grand Unified Micronational]] and the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact]]. Ashukovo is one of two surviving successors (along with Hobartstown and Victoria) to the now defunct [[Saint Luke and Amager|Confederation of Amager]], of which many prominent Ashukovs were dedicated citizens. As such, Ashukov politics and culture are highly Amatine-inspired. The Tsardom itself originated out of the Ashukov Federation, a long lived past incarnation which was dissolved in mid-October by the remaining Ministers after it was decided that the nation needed more cultural, social and economic unison. <br />
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The Ashukov Tsardom is a "Fifth World" micronation with the top score of 12 under the [[Classification_of_micronations#The Boodlesmythe-Tallini System of Classification|Boodlesmythe-Tallini System]], and scores 4.4 on the [[Classification_of_micronations#Linden's Revised System of Classification|Categoric-Gradial/Linden's (Revised) System]].<br />
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==Etymology==<br />
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The name ''Ashukovo'' comes from a town in Ryazanskaya Oblast, Russia.<ref>http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/126880725</ref><br />
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==History==<br />
=== Amager ===<br />
[[File:Flag of Amager.png|thumb|right|Flag of Amager.]]<br />
[[Saint Luke and Amager|Havnesgade-Amager]] was proposed by [[Luke Albertschine]] on 1 June, [[2011]] and work began on forming the micronation the following day with Albertschine becoming the de facto leader. Havnesgade-Amager gained a presence within the MicroWiki community after Albertschine joined MicroWiki and created an article on the micronation on the 7 October, 2011.<br />
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After federalization, several nations joined Saint Luke and Amager, including Libereco, Saint Luke, Akharnes, and Luciana. This led to an increased level of democracy and allowed for the 2013 elections to take place. The elected Albertschine government held the confidence of the nation, with a 87% approval rating and a strong national government creating many projects.<br />
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Amager’s status in the [[St.Charlian Commonwealth]] was also cemented, with approval unanimous in voters. Amager began to progress, and in late [[2012]], marriage for LGBT couples and complete secularism was achieved through legislation proposed by [[Leon Simpson]].<br />
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Febuary 2013 saw Montania and [[Doshevika]] admitted as constituents, and the secession of Wick from the federation. First Minister Grant responded to these changes by calling for new elections, leading to a coalition government. <br />
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First Minister Grant resigned from his position a few weeks later, citing his support for the Hobartstown and Victoria independence movement, which left him incapable of fulfilling his duties. [[Leon Simpson]] succeeded him to the position that same day, holding an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly the next day. He announced plans for the fourth constitution in the history of Amager, and appointed an interim Federal Council until the constitution could be approved.<br />
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On 30 March 2013 Amager left the St.Charlian Commonwealth, Hobartstown and Victoria seceded and the Fourth Constitution of Amager was unanimously approved. Leon Simpson was elected President and Joseph Kennedy appointed Prime Minister. Days later, Amager was dissolved by the Federal Assembly following Doshevika stating their desire for secession.<br />
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===Establishment===<br />
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Talks on the formation of a Federation were held by [[Joseph Kennedy]] and [[Edward Jacobs]] soon after the dissolution of the Confederation of Amager. It was decided that the culture of the Federation should be based around the Slavic cultures of Europe, which both Jacobs and Kennedy admired. Soon after Ashukovo was announced, Dradelia and Dorién stated their intentions to join. The Federation was formed on 25 May 2013, after the Dradelian Parliament became the last of the legislatures of the four aspiring member States to approve the constitution. Joseph Kennedy was elected the first President of the Federation soon after.<br />
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===Development and growth===<br />
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After Joseph Kennedy's inauguration on 25 May, he appointed the Prime Minister, the Supreme Court, and the Council of Ministers. Soon after establishment, Akharnes revoked its GUM membership and Ashukovo became a member of the GUM. After the dissolution of [[Saint Edward and Zealand]] on 27 May 2013, the Federal Assembly established honorary citizenship and declared [[Lord Theledir the Wight|Theledir the Wight]], former Prince of Saint Edward and Zealand, an [[Honorary citizen of the Ashukov Federation]]. On 31 May, the Republic of Aetos joined the Federation. <br />
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On 2 June 2013, Ashukovo entered into its first treaty with the Realm under Freyja. A treaty with the [[Libereco|Union of Libereco]] soon followed on June 11. On June 12, 2013, the Republic of Dorien became the [[Kasimovian Confederation]]. <br />
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On 1 July, Rilgar Ompastre resigned as Prime Minister. President Kennedy called an extraordinary session of the Federal Assembly together, where Kennedy appointed a new Prime Minister on the advice of the Assembly. Edward Jacobs was appointed new Prime Minister. Jacobs soon resigned from his office as Supreme Judge. The [[Jacobs Cabinet]] was soon appointed. On 12 July, the Republic of Dradelia dissolved and its government members moved to the Republic of Akebar. On 28 August, the [[Republic of Cvetosadovo]] joined the Federation and the Republic of Akebar seceded.<br />
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===Cvetosadov Crisis===<br />
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On 12 October 2013, Cvetosadovo threatened secession on the grounds that the federal government was "fascistic." The author of this claim was Cvetosadov politician Svetlana Pavlović. It was later discovered after negotiations between Federal President Jacobs and Federal Prime Minister Kennedy with the Cvetosadov President Zoran Illic that an undisclosed foreign national had told him that the Federal Prime Minister had mocked him and the Cvetosadov people in private. This was later proven to be false, and Cvetosadovo did not secede.<br />
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===Post-Kennedy Era===<br />
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On 3 November 2013, the Ashukov government granted independence to the people of Cvetosadovo, per their request. Following their secession was a short period of relative peace, but on 25 October, Prime Minister Joseph Kennedy went on political leave for personal reasons; Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] fulfilled his duties in his absence. Then finally, on 13 November, Kennedy resigned as Prime Minister. Following brief consultation with the Federal Assembly, President Jacobs appointed Sebastian Schriber of the People's Minarchist Front to the office of Prime Minister, making him the first non-Orthodox or Labour to hold the office. The early days of his term were marked with controversy after he attempted to ban Scientology. The bill was shot down by the Supreme Court as unconstitutional, citing Article 104 of the Constitution.<br />
<br />
In December 2013, Montania became an Ashukov Federal Territory after Joseph Kennedy announced his temporary leave from micronationalism. As a result, the [[Labour Party of Ashukovo|Labour Party]] was dissolved. On December 14 2013, [[Federal Republic of South-Eastern Carpathians|Carpathia]] was admitted into the Federation and was granted Special Cultural Status, followed by the Democratic Republic of Mouzilo, which joined the Federation on the next day.<br />
<br />
===Kennedy's Return===<br />
<br />
On January 3 2014, Montania was readmitted as a state (now known as the [[Principality of Montania]]) and Joseph Kennedy returned to Ashukov politics. Kennedy became Montania's first Prince. Kennedy joined fellow Montanian and former Federal Deputy Prime Minister [[Richard Cunningham]] in establishing the National Party of Ashukovo, which joined a coalition with the Orthodox Party and Green Party known as United Ashukovo.<br />
<br />
===Schriber's Term===<br />
<br />
Soon after Kennedy's return, then Prime Minister Sebastian Schriber led the United Ashukovo coalition to electoral victory, with Schriber becoming third President of the Federation. The [[Ford Cabinet|new government]] was formed, with Nathan Ford at the helm as fifth Prime Minister. Schriber's term has been marked by the most active Federal Assembly, with nearly twenty acts being passed in just four months. These acts include the Federal Holidays Act 2014, which established national holidays, the Presidential Act 2014, which established the Council of State and created the Presidential Standard, and the Constitutional Amendment XIV, which expanded the Presidential term from four months to six months. One act in particular, the Political Parties Act 2014, resulted in the Green Party merging with the Orthodox Party and the Honor Party merging with the National Party.<br />
<br />
Another characteristic of Scriber's term has been a cultural renaissance, with the complete reformation of the [[Ashukov language]] and the addition of Amagerian culture to daily lifes. This renaissance can be attributed to Emmanuel Tsompanoglou, the new Minister of Culture, Minister of Sports and Recreation, and head of the Ashukov Language Institute of the [[University of Ashukovo]].<br />
<br />
Yet another feature of Schriber's term has been an increase in diplomacy and Ashukov diplomatic influence. Joseph Kennedy was elected Supreme Judge of the GUM, and numerous treaties and other form of recognition were signed with significant nations such as [[Austenasia]] and [[St. Charlie]]. This can be attributed to Joseph Kennedy, longest serving Foreign Minister in Ashukov history.<br />
<br />
===Recent History===<br />
<br />
On 1 May 2014, President Schriber dissolved the House of Territories to prepare for elections. The United Ashukovo coalition maintained its parliamentary majority, beating out the Social Patriotic Party and independents. Then, on 5 May, the fourth Ashukov Presidential Elections took place. Jacob Huff of the United Ashukovo coalition beat Emmanuel Tsompanoglou of the Social Patriots, and was inaugurated on 18 May. He soon appointed Joseph Kennedy his Prime Minister, making him the first person to hold the office twice (albeit non-consecutively).<br />
<br />
On 5 June 2014, the District of Laru was absorbed by the Ashukov Federal Territory of Dradelia and was thereby revoked of its Capital City status. The District of Mladorossija, formerly an Akharnian city, was chosen to be the new Federal District.<br />
<br />
On 4 August 2014, the Federal Assembly Act 2014 was passed, establishing the office of Speaker of the House of Delegates and revoking the Prime Minister of his presiding duties in the Federal Assembly.<br />
<br />
==Politics and government==<br />
<br />
The Ashukov Federation is governed as a democratic republic. The system for governing the Federation is outlined in the [[Constitution of the Ashukov Federation]].<br />
<br />
[[file:Ashukov presidential standard.png|thumb|right|Standard of the President of Ashukovo.]]The [[President_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|President]] is the head of state, and appoints most federal officials. The President is elected by the Federal Assembly for a term of six month, with no limit on the amount of terms one individual can serve. The President is counselled on matters of state by the Council of State, which he consults before he carries out any of his major presidential duties. <br />
<br />
The [[Prime_Minister_of_the_Ashukov_Federation|Prime Minister]], appointed by the President on the nomination of the House of Territories, is the head of government. The Prime Minister serves at the pleasure of the President. The [[Council of Ministers (Ashukovo)|Council of Ministers]] is the executive body of the Federation, and its members are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, who leads the Council.<br />
<br />
The judiciary, the [[Supreme Court of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Court]], consists of the [[Supreme Judge of the Ashukov Federation|Supreme Judge of the Federation]] and two lesser judges. The Constitution states that "the Supreme Court shall be responsible for interpreting the Constitution and for handling lawsuits and criminal charges".<br />
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[[file:Ashukov Federal Assembly Logo Proposal.png|thumb|right|Logo of the Federal Assembly.]]<br />
The legislature is known as the [[Federal Assembly (Ashukovo)|Federal Assembly]]. The Federal Assembly is a unicameral body, its sole house being the House of Territories. The House of Territories is typically elected every six months by the regional legislatures. Each autonomous State of the Federation is allocated two seats in the House, while populated Federal Territories are allocated one seat. The Speaker of the House of Territories is the presiding officer of the Assembly. The Federal Assembly has numerous Political Parties, and only one of the members is non-partisan.<br />
<br />
===Political parties===<br />
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"<br />
|-<br />
! rowspan="2" | Party Name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Logo<br />
! rowspan="2" | Short name <br />
! rowspan="2" | Leader<br />
! rowspan="2" | Position<br />
! rowspan="2" | Colours<br />
! colspan="2"| Seats<br />
|-<br />
! | House of Territories<br />
! | Council of Ministers<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=orange|'''[[National Party of Ashukovo|National Party]]'''<br />
| [[File:Ashukov National 3.png|100px]]<br />
| National<br />
| Jacob Huff<br />
| centre-right<br />
| orange, blue<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=orange}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=orange}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkblue|'''[[Orthodox_Party_of_Ashukovo|<span style="color: white;">Orthodox Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:Orthodox Party Ashukovo.png|100px]]<br />
| Orthodox<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]]<br />
| center<br />
| blue, red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|11|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|3|5|hex=#3366FF}}<br />
|-<br />
| bgcolor=darkred|'''[[Social_Patriotic_Party_(Ashukovo)|<span style="color: white;">Social Patriotic Party</span>]]'''<br />
| [[File:SPP long.png|100px]]<br />
| Social Patriotic<br />
| [[Manu II|Emmanouil Tsompanoglou]]<br />
| right<br />
| dark red, white<br />
| {{ParlSeats|2|11|hex=darkred}}<br />
| {{ParlSeats|1|5|hex=darkred}}<br />
|-<br />
|}<br />
<br />
== Foreign relations ==<br />
<br />
The Constitution of the Ashukov Federation outlines the policy on international relations of the Federation. The following nations are ones the Federation has relations with or recognizes:<br />
<br />
===Recognised; no relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag_of_the_United_Nations.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Member states of the United Nations|member states of the United Nations]]<br />
*[[File:Noflag.png|border|25px]] All [[w:Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations#History|member states of the Community for Democracy and Rights of Nations]]<br />
*[[File:GUMlogo nowriting.png|border|25px]] All [[GUM#Members|member states of the Grand Unified Micronational]] who have not signed a separate treaty with Ashukovo<br />
*[[File:Novorossiya.png|border|25px]] [[w:Federal State of New Russia|Federal State of New Russia]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sealand.png|border|25px]] [[Principality of Sealand]]<br />
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===Full diplomatic relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of Austenasia.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Austenasia]]<br />
*[[File:AdammiaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Empire of Adammia]]<br />
*[[File:Daikokuflag.png|border|25px]] [[Daikoku Federation]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of DWFR.png|border|25px]] [[Delsh-Westlandian Federal Republic]]<br />
*[[File:MercianFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Mercia|Kingdoms and Lands Represented in the Council of the Diarchal Crowns of the Disciples]]<br />
*[[File:Knoll_flag_1.png|border|25px]] [[Tsardom of Nolland]]<br />
*[[File:FlagofSandus.png|border|25px]] [[State of Sandus]] (through the [[Saint Josephsburg Economic Pact|SJEP]])<br />
*[[File:Flag stcharlie.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Republic of St. Charlie]]<br />
*[[File:Flag of Sirocco.png|border|25px]] [[Federal Commonwealth of Sirocco]]<br />
*[[File:FSRenFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Free State of Renasia]]<br />
*[[File:TianaFlag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Tiana]]<br />
*[[File:Uberflag.jpg|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Überstadt]]<br />
*[[File:WyvernFlagImproved.png|border|25px]] [[Kingdom of Wyvern]]<br />
<br />
===Informal relations===<br />
*[[File:Flag of HV.png|border|25px]] [[Hobartstown and Victoria|Commonwealth of Hobartstown and Victoria]]<br />
*[[File:Molossia flag.png|border|25px]] [[Republic of Molossia]]<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
[[file:Ashutech.png|thumb|right|Logo of AshuTech, which provides technological services for the Ashukov Government, regional governments, and foreign governments. It is a division of AshuTech.]]<br />
Ashukovo has a mixed-market capitalist economy. Most, if not all, Ashukovs are lower-middle class to upper-middle class. There is very little income inequality. Major private Ashukov businesses include the Ashukov Technological Company (commonly referred to as AshuTech) and its subsidiary [[Logoncept]], the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], and ICARUS.<br />
<br />
The currency of Ashukovo is the Denar, which is regulated by the [[Ashukov Central Bank]]. The Chairman of the ACB is Emmanuel Tsompanoglou. As of early 2014 the Home Ministry, led my Sebastian Schriber, begun activity in its economic duties. He announced the creation of the Federal Revenue and Customs, controlling a number of things from taxes to immigration. He outlined that along with export tariffs they will focus on putting value to the Denar, negotiating state budgets and allocating money to different nations within the Ashukov Federation. The recent improvements have been made to "spring board" the Ashukov economy into one of the most developed and successful seen in micronationalism. As well as this, Joseph Kennedy begun talks with Renasia and Grémmia among other nations to develop strong ties with the St. Josephburg Economic Agreement, working closely with the FRC to create special trade and diplomatic agreements.<br />
<br />
==Demographics==<br />
{{WIP}}<br />
According to the May 2013 Census, Ashukovo had a population of 39. The racial composition of the state was 97% White (including multiracial whites) and 3% Black.<br />
<br />
Ashukovo can be regarded as a predominantly Christian nation, with 61.5% of respondents listing themselves as Christian. The study shows that 33% of them are Protestant; 25.5% Orthodox; 4% Anglican; 37.5% other (including Catholic, Pentecostal, Anglican and Non-Denominational). Among the religious minorities are Agnostic (13%), atheist (13%), other (7.5%). 5% either stated their uncertainty or refused to answer.<br />
<br />
The study also shows that 77% of Ashukovs speak English natively, 7.7% are Serbian speakers, and 5% claim Afrikaans as their mother tongue. 10.4% speak other languages, which include Russian, Georgian, Turkish and Finnish.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
As Ashukovo is a transcontinental nation, its climate varies from Federal Subject to Federal Subject. The District of Mladorossija, the Capital of the Federation, has a humid continental climate.<br />
{{Weather box<br />
|location = Mladorossija, Ashukovo<br />
|metric first = No<br />
|single line = Yes<br />
|collapsed =<br />
|Jan record high C = 8.6<br />
|Feb record high C = 8.3<br />
|Mar record high C = 19.7<br />
|Apr record high C = 28.9<br />
|May record high C = 33.2<br />
|Jun record high C = 34.9<br />
|Jul record high C = 38.2<br />
|Aug record high C = 37.3<br />
|Sep record high C = 32.3<br />
|Oct record high C = 24.0<br />
|Nov record high C = 16.2<br />
|Dec record high C = 9.6<br />
|year record high C = 38.2<br />
|Jan high C = −4.0<br />
|Feb high C = −3.7<br />
|Mar high C = 2.6<br />
|Apr high C = 11.3<br />
|May high C = 18.6<br />
|Jun high C = 22.0<br />
|Jul high C = 24.3<br />
|Aug high C = 21.9<br />
|Sep high C = 15.7<br />
|Oct high C = 8.7<br />
|Nov high C = 0.9<br />
|Dec high C = −3.0<br />
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|Mar mean C = −1.0<br />
|Apr mean C = 6.7<br />
|May mean C = 13.2<br />
|Jun mean C = 17.0<br />
|Jul mean C = 19.2<br />
|Aug mean C = 17.0<br />
|Sep mean C = 11.3<br />
|Oct mean C = 5.6<br />
|Nov mean C = −1.2<br />
|Dec mean C = −5.2<br />
|year mean C = 5.8<br />
|Jan low C = −9.1<br />
|Feb low C = −9.8<br />
|Mar low C = −4.4<br />
|Apr low C = 2.2<br />
|May low C = 7.7<br />
|Jun low C = 12.1<br />
|Jul low C = 14.4<br />
|Aug low C = 12.5<br />
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|Oct low C = 2.7<br />
|Nov low C = −3.3<br />
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|Feb record low C = −38.2<br />
|Mar record low C = −32.4<br />
|Apr record low C = −21.0<br />
|May record low C = −7.5<br />
|Jun record low C = −2.3<br />
|Jul record low C = 1.3<br />
|Aug record low C = −1.2<br />
|Sep record low C = −8.5<br />
|Oct record low C = −16.1<br />
|Nov record low C = −32.8<br />
|Dec record low C = −38.8<br />
|year record low C = −42.2<br />
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|Jan precipitation mm = 52<br />
|Feb precipitation mm = 41<br />
|Mar precipitation mm = 35<br />
|Apr precipitation mm = 37<br />
|May precipitation mm = 49<br />
|Jun precipitation mm = 80<br />
|Jul precipitation mm = 85<br />
|Aug precipitation mm = 82<br />
|Sep precipitation mm = 68<br />
|Oct precipitation mm = 71<br />
|Nov precipitation mm = 55<br />
|Dec precipitation mm = 52<br />
<br />
|Jan humidity = 83<br />
|Feb humidity = 80<br />
|Mar humidity = 74<br />
|Apr humidity = 67<br />
|May humidity = 64<br />
|Jun humidity = 70<br />
|Jul humidity = 74<br />
|Aug humidity = 77<br />
|Sep humidity = 81<br />
|Oct humidity = 81<br />
|Nov humidity = 84<br />
|Dec humidity = 85<br />
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|Aug rain days = 15<br />
|Sep rain days = 15<br />
|Oct rain days = 12<br />
|Nov rain days = 6<br />
|Dec rain days = 2<br />
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|Feb snow days = 15<br />
|Mar snow days = 9<br />
|Apr snow days = 1<br />
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|Jun snow days = 0<br />
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|Aug snow days = 0<br />
|Sep snow days = 0.1<br />
|Oct snow days = 2<br />
|Nov snow days = 10<br />
|Dec snow days = 17<br />
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|Jan sun = 33<br />
|Feb sun = 72<br />
|Mar sun = 128<br />
|Apr sun = 170<br />
|May sun = 265<br />
|Jun sun = 279<br />
|Jul sun = 271<br />
|Aug sun = 238<br />
|Sep sun = 147<br />
|Oct sun = 78<br />
|Nov sun = 32<br />
|Dec sun = 18<br />
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<br />
===States and Federal departments===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo is a federation of numerous States, also called republics, who are guaranteed numerous rights outlined in the Constitution.<br />
{|class="wikitable"<br />
|-<br />
! Flag<br />
! Emblem<br />
! Name<br />
! Admission<br />
! Population<br />
! Federal Assembly Delegates<br />
! Head of State<br />
! Head of Government<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Federal District'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija flag.png|60px]]<br />
| [[File:Mladorossija_COA.png|53px]]<br />
| District of Mladorossija<br />
| 5 June 2014<br />
| 3<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''</div><br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''States'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Aetos flag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Aetos arms.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Republic of Aetos]]<br />
| 31 May 2013<br />
| 5 <br />
| Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
| President Jacob Huff (NP)<br />
| Prime Minister Nathan Ford (OP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Akharnes flag.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Akharnes seal.png|60px|center]] <br />
| [[Federal Republic of Akharnes]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder) <br />
| 9<br />
| [[Edward Jacobs]] (OP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>President Edward Jacobs (OP)</div><br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag of Montania.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Arms of Montania.png|55px|center]]<br />
| [[Montania]]<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 13<br />
| [[Shane Cahill]] (NP)<br>[[Joseph Kennedy]] (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>Provisional President Joseph Kennedy (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:MouziloFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Coat-of-arms-of-Mouzilo-Dec13.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Mouzilo|Democratic Republic of Mouzilo]]<br />
| 15 December 2013<br />
| 12<br />
| Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br>[[Emmanuel Tsompanoglou]] (SP)<br />
| President Emmanuel Tsompanoglou (SP)<br />
| Prime Minister Rilgar Ompastre (SP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Kasimov.png|60px|border]] <br />
| [[File:Som_Temp.png|45px|center]]<br />
| [[Somster|Republic of Somster]] <br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 11<br />
| [[Sebastian Schriber]](OP)<br>[[Alex Whitmarsh]] ([[Independent|Ind.]])<br />
| President Sebastian Schriber (OP)<br />
| Prime Minister William Chant (Ind.)<br />
|-<br />
| colspan= "13" style="text-align:center; background:#bfd7ff;"| '''Federal Territories'''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Andorra(1934).svg.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:FRESCcoa.png|60px]]<br />
| [[Federal Kingdom of South-Eastern Carpathians|Ashukov Federal Territory of New Kronstadt]]<br />
| 14 December 2013<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_Ashukov_Dradelia.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:Dradelian arms-1.png|40px|center]]<br />
| Ashukov Federal Territory of Dradelia<br />
| 25 May 2013 (founder)<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center>''Vacant''<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:ElefheriaFlag.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:St.George_COA.png|50px|center]]<br />
| [[Ashukov Federal Territory of Saint George|Ashukov Federal Territory of Havil]]<br />
| 2 February 2014<br />
| 9<br />
| Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> Governor Peter Leventis (NP)<br />
|-<br />
| [[File:Flag_of_psatura.png|60px|border]]<br />
| [[File:PsaturaCOA.png|60px]]<br />
| Ashukov Federal Territory of Psatura<br />
| 6 March 2014<br />
| 0<br />
|<br />
|colspan=2|<div align=center> ''Vacant''<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
Ashukov culture is considered a branch of the Slavic cultures of Europe.<br />
<br />
The Ashukov language is currently being developed by the Ashukov Language Institution, which is a subsidiary of the [[University of Ashukovo]]. Aetos is entitled to "special cultural status" within the Federation, which gives some cultural privileges. <br />
<br />
===Education===<br />
[[File:UniversityAshukovo.png|thumb|left|Logo of the University of Ashukovo]]<br />
The [[University of Ashukovo]] is Ashukovo's public flagship research institute. The University has many students not only from Ashukovo, but from various other micronations. In addition to the University of Ashukovo, there are also the University of Ashukovo-Aetos, the University of Džoltovolk, Montania State University, and the Imperial University of Mouzilo.<br />
<br />
===Media===<br />
<br />
Ashukovo has two major newspapers, the "Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти" and the "Mirolian Times". Visual media is dominated by the [[Ashukov Broadcasting Corporation]], abbreviated ABC and stylized abc, which operates online and airs news programs and re-runs of foreign material.<br />
<br />
===Sports===<br />
[[File:BCSpartak2013.png|thumb|right|Logo of [[BC Spartak|BC Spartak Džoltovolk]], reigning champion of [[MicroLeague]]]] <br />
Ashukovo has a varied sports culture. American football, basketball, association football and ice hockey remain popular. Basketball is the dominant sport in Ashukovo. AšuLiga is the national basketball tournament, sponsored by the Ministry for Sport and Recreation. The Ashukov Collegiate Sports Conference governs collegiate basketball, while the [[Ashukov Football Union]] governs association football.<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
*[http://ashukovogov.weebly.com/ Official government website]<br><br />
*[https://ashukovskivesti.wordpress.com/ Ašukovski Vesti – Ашуковски Вэсти]<br><br />
*[http://themiroliantimes.wordpress.com/ Mirolian Times]<br />
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==References==<br />
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