Republic of Glorosia
Republic of Glorosia | |
|---|---|
 Flag | |
| Status | Active |
| Official languages | English |
| Demonym(s) | Glorosian |
| Government | Presidential Republic |
| Colin Davies | |
| Vacant | |
| Vacant | |
| Legislature | National Assembly |
| Establishment | |
• Formed | 28 January 2023 |
| Population | |
• 2023 estimate | 1 |
| Date format | dd/mm/yyyy |
| Driving side | left |
Glorosia, officially the Republic of Glorosia, is a European micronation. It was founded by Colin Davies on 28 January 2023.
Glorosia has declared itself a "sovereign state" since its foundation in 2023. However, the nation has limited international recognition. The nation is set up to be a presidential republic but is currently under a benevolent dictatorship.
History
The republic was formed on 28 January 2023 by Founding Father and first President Colin Davies - who had been interested in micronationalism prior to the nation's establishment.
The nation was established as a functioning democracy but was transitioned into a benevolent dictatorship with President Davies citing that he wanted a stable and secure government to help develop the nation and ensure success in the future.
Government and Politics
Glorosia is by law a presidential republic. The nation has provisions for a National Assembly, as the legislative branch of government. Despite this, the nation is a de facto benevolent dictatorship. As a result the president is granted extensive powers.
The president serves as head of state and head of government and under the nation's political system the office wields significant powers. However, the president can delegate some of their powers to other offices such as the vice presidency.
Presidency
The president is the nation's head of state and head of government and is granted extensive powers over the nation. Currently the president is granted near absolute power under the nation's defacto political system.
The president is aided by the Vice President of Glorosia and the cabinet, in which the president chairs.
National Assembly
The nation has provisions for a national assembly to serve as the legislature. The assembly consists of 35 seats and has extensive legislative abilities. The NA is also granted the ability to motion for a presidential impeachment trial.
Culture
National culture is heavily inspired by that of a range European nations, primarily of British and Western European nations. Running is a popular recreational activity.
Media
Media is state controlled in Glorosia. It is overseen by the government's Department of Culture (DoC). The DoC is responsible for producing TV and Radio broadcasts within the nation and is responsible for broadcasting national news.
Public Holidays
Public holidays are important to national culture in Glorosia. The primary national holiday in the nation is Flags & Founder's Day, which is celebrated annually on 28 January. Other national holidays include Armed Forces Day which occurs on 30 January yearly.
Defence
The nation's defence is overseen by the Department of Defence. The Armed Forces of Glorosia are the primary defence forces of the republic, in which the President serves as commander-in-chief. There is no conscription in Glorosia but citizens are encouraged to serve.
National Symbols
The primary national symbol is the national flag. Currently the nation's flag is styled off the Chilean flag. The red on the flag represents valour, the blue represents justice and the white represents peace. The yellow on the cross represents prosperity.