Mirad (Pacifica)
Republic of Mirad | |
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Motto: The Fatherland | |
Anthem: The Miradi National Anthem (Struggle for our Nation) | |
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| Capital | Arba |
| Official languages | Miradi Creole |
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| Demonym(s) | Miradi |
| Government | Unitary parliamentary republic |
• President | Valen Zeller |
| Area | |
• Total | 167,909 km2 (64,830 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• Estimate | 24,567,293 |
• Density | 146/km2 (378.1/sq mi) |
| GDP (nominal) | estimate |
• Total | $57 billion |
• Per capita | $2,345 |
| Gini |  10.2low |
| HDI |  0.564medium |
| Driving side | right |
Mirad, officially the Republic of Mirad, is a unitary parliamentary republic located in eastern Bailtem. Covering an area of approximately 167,909 square kilometers, the country has an estimated population of 24.5 million. Its capital and largest city is Arba, situated in the country’s central plains. The landscape consists mainly of dry plateaus, grasslands, and low-lying coastal areas along the Miradi Sea. Mirad’s population is ethnically diverse, with Miradis forming the majority, alongside Coalitanians, Jakuris, and smaller Arab communities. The official language is Miradi Creole, a mixed language that developed from several regional tongues including C’ao, Austral, and Arabic.
Around half of Mirad’s population follows Zarkanxiz, while the remainder identify as non-religious or as adherents of other faiths. The country has experienced considerable social and political change in recent decades, shaped by ongoing efforts to modernize its institutions and recover from internal conflict. Mirad is currently engaged in a civil war against the Jakuri Liberation Movement, an armed insurgent group active in the southern provinces. The conflict has resulted in significant loss of life and widespread damage to infrastructure, affecting economic development and public services. Despite continuing security challenges, Mirad remains administratively unified under a parliamentary system, with governance centered in Arba and regional authorities operating across its provinces.
History
Mirad’s modern history is defined by its turbulent emergence from colonial administration and its subsequent alignment with neighboring Alcoalitania. Following decades of instability and competing regional interests, the Republic of Mirad was established as a parliamentary republic under the oversight of Alcoalitanian advisors. The nation’s development since independence has been marked by frequent political reshuffling, slow economic recovery, and recurring security challenges. The current civil war against the Jakuri Liberation Movement has become the most significant conflict in Mirad’s history, reshaping its domestic and international policies.
For most of its history, Mirad has been controlled by the Alcoalitanian Empire. According to the Miradi government, the Alcoalitanian Empire severely neglected the region and heavily exploited its resources which has led to the land being quite underdeveloped... WIP
Government and Politics
Mirad operates as a unitary parliamentary republic with a constitution modeled closely on Alcoalitania’s system. Despite its formal independence, the country functions as a Coalitania-sponsored democracy, with strong financial, political, and military support from Alcoalitania. The ruling coalition, led by President Valen Zeller, maintains a pro-Alcoalitanian stance and has overseen most of the country’s postwar governance.
Opposition parties exist but operate in a constrained political climate, often accused of undermining national security during wartime. Recently, an isolationist far-right movement has gained traction, calling for reduced foreign influence and greater national sovereignty. While still a minority, this faction has begun to attract support among war-weary citizens frustrated by economic stagnation and foreign dependence.
Many isolationist political commentators and members of parliament have accused the Coalitanian government of treating Mirad as a de facto vassal state, arguing that Mirad’s sovereignty has been gradually eroded under the guise of foreign “assistance.” These critics claim that Alcoalitania’s influence extends far beyond financial aid, shaping national policy, directing reconstruction projects, and influencing key cabinet appointments. What was once viewed as a mutually beneficial partnership has, in their view, become an unequal relationship where Mirad’s political independence is heavily compromised by its economic and military dependence on its larger neighbor.
A central figure in this debate is Jorge Positc, a member of parliament. Known for his fiery rhetoric and populist appeal, Positc has become one of the most vocal opponents of Coalitanian involvement in Miradi affairs. In a televised speech before the National Assembly, he accused Coalitania of “pulling the strings behind every major decision our government makes” and warned that “the Miradi nation is in danger of losing not only its autonomy but its identity.” His words struck a chord with citizens frustrated by years of conflict, austerity, and foreign oversight, sparking renewed public discussion about the true cost of Coalitania’s support. Positc’s movement, often described as the “anti-Coalitania bloc,” is not a formal political party but rather a loose coalition of isolationist legislators, nationalists, and independent journalists who share similar concerns. They argue that Mirad’s ongoing reliance on Coalitanian funding has created a political system where loyalty to Alcoalitania outweighs loyalty to the Miradi people. According to Positc and his allies, Coalitania’s role in the Ministry of Defense and the Treasury represents “soft occupation,” where influence is exerted through contracts, advisers, and loans instead of direct control.
The issue has been further inflamed by reports that several senior officials within the Miradi government maintain dual citizenship with Alcoalitania, a revelation that has drawn widespread criticism from both opposition parties and civil society organizations. Positc has used these findings to support his claim that “the Miradi elite have sold our sovereignty for convenience,” a sentiment that has resonated particularly strongly among war-affected populations in the south, where resentment toward foreign influence runs deep.
In response to Positc’s growing popularity, Coalitania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs issued a strongly worded statement denouncing his accusations as “misguided and dangerous.” The minister argued that Coalitania’s involvement in Mirad’s affairs is a matter of regional stability, not control, and that “without Alcoalitania’s continued assistance, the Miradi people would be at the mercy of insurgent forces and economic collapse.” The statement also condemned Positc’s call for the removal of pro-Coalitanian members of parliament, labeling it “an undemocratic and inflammatory proposal that undermines the very democratic values he claims to defend. Mirad’s President Valen Zeller, who has maintained close relations with the Coalitanian government, attempted to de-escalate tensions by describing Positc’s criticisms as “a natural part of democratic discourse.” However, his remarks did little to quell the growing division within parliament. The president’s opponents accused him of using neutrality as a political shield while quietly allowing Coalitania to consolidate influence behind the scenes. Several members of Zeller’s cabinet have faced accusations of accepting campaign funding from Coalitanian-linked corporations, although no official investigations have yet been launched.
Public opinion remains sharply divided. Urban populations in southern Mirad, who have benefited most from Alcoalitanian reconstruction projects and trade partnerships, tend to view the relationship favorably. In contrast, citizens in the war-torn northern provinces see Coalitania as an overbearing power with little understanding of Mirad’s local realities. Polling data suggests that while a majority of Miradis still support cooperation with Coalitania, nearly 40 percent believe that the current level of involvement constitutes a threat to national sovereignty, a dramatic increase from previous years.