Republic of Aleutia

The Republic of Aleutia, more commonly known as Aleutia, is a self-declared micronation located in Alaska. It was founded by a de-jure name and territorial change made on the 4th May 2021 to the Republic of Kanaga Island. The nation is controlled under a government led by President Michael Campbell with the Jiyū ideology, written by Michael Campbell as an ideology to create a society of self-reliance, self-sustinance and to provide freedom to the people

The Republic of Aleutia, more commonly known as Aleutia, is a self-declared micronation located in Alaska. It was founded by a de-jure name and territorial change made on the 4th May 2021 to the Republic of Kanaga Island. The nation is controlled under a government led by President Michael Campbell with the Jiyū ideology, written by Michael Campbell as an ideology to create a society of self-reliance, self-sustinance and to provide freedom to the people

Aleutia claims the territories of Kanaga Island, Tanaga Island and all surrounding minor islands, located in the Andreanof Archipelago in the Aleutian Islands, Alaska. '''These Islands are uninhabited. The name "Aleutia" comes from the name of the Island Archipelago which is derived from the Russian word for the native population, given when Russian explorers found the area.'''

The nation officially became an Independent Republic on 5th October '21 at 17:40 UTC however it has existed since 4th May.

The current and predecessor states existed for 222 days without a clear secession from the United States until an official document was signed by President Campbell.

'''The country is a constitutional republic, however it lacks a constitution instead operating on separate bills passed.  The country is run solely by the President and his ministers in a direct democracy'''. Citizens can bring up issues and law proposals at their nearest public service office. Once interest grows these will be reviewed by the President and his staff. If approved an article will be ratified and signed and will take effect the next day. Minister positions are voted on every five years. Examples of these positions include: Minister of Culture, Minister of Agriculture, Minister of Public Safety, Minister of Health, Minister of Transport and etc. Foreign Affairs and State Affairs officials will be directly appointed by the President.

The main and official language of the Republic is English (using US terminology and UK spelling). Korean is a secondary language to be used in official documents and on signs simultaneous with English in areas of high amounts of Korean speakers. Japanese is to also to be used on signage in the respective areas with large amounts of Japanese speakers'''

The country is ranked 173rd in terms of area, at 896 square kilometres, overtaking The Republic of Kiribati, which previously held the title at 811 square kilometres.

Aleutia has 5 Public Holidays and 4 Commemorative Holidays: (25th Jan) National Formation Day, (4th May) Aleutia Day, (5th Oct) Independence Day, (25th Dec) Christmas and '''(1st Jan) New Years Day. These are the Public Holidays and grant all Aleutian residents a day off school/work to celebrate. The Commemorative Holidays include: (11th Sept) Disaster Remembrance Day, (9th Nov) International Freedom Day,''' (11th Nov) War Casualty Remembrance Day and '''Unangan Heritage Day (Nov 26). These days are to remember past events caused by humankind, they do not grant a day off however the government encourages all to reflect on these days and remember the past however in the case of the Unangan Heritage Day to celebrate and embrace the culture of the people that initially inhabited the region.'''

The nation has decided to allow the usage of cryptocurrency in all payments that take place on the islands. The following cryptocurrencies are tender: Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Tether and USD Coin.

These cryptocurrencies will coexist with the United States Dollar, the main and official currency of the country, however due to the nation being unable to print USD, it will be practically virtual in all cases when used.

The nation plans on making settlements across South and North East Tanaga Island and West and East Kanaga Island. There are two volcanoes on Tanaga Island, both dormant and one active on Kanaga Island. The current capital city is Aleutstadt, this name comes from the German "Stadt" for city and Aleut coming from the Russian name for the native population

The country holds relations with the following micronations:

The Governorate of Græcia, since 20th May 2021 (Current), 9th April 2021 (First Treaty)

Panam Empire, since 15th August 2021

The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, since 23rd August 2021

The Democratic Republic of Espoona, since 8th September 2021 (Treaty signed 28th August)

The Wakoku Federation, since 28th August 2021

The Hellenistic Empire of Cimbrun, since 28th August 2021

Democratic Christian Republic of Melite, since 2nd October 2021

The Micronational Treaty of Aleutia which gives de-facto relations to all 15 member states:

The nation officially became an independent republic on 5th October at 17:40 UTC, whilst it has existed since the 4th May as the predecessor of the Republic of Kanaga Island which existed from the 25th February to 4th May when it was renamed. For 222 days (25th Feb-5th Oct) it existed as a nation without a declaration of independence.

The country is a constitutional republic run solely by the President and his ministers whilst domestic laws and changes are made in the National Council with 100 seats split between parties. The dominant party being the National Socialist Party led by the President. Elections vote in members of parties to fill seats and are done every 5 years. The President shall remain in office until his death (unless he abdicates, or is overthrown) When he dies, the first election for president is to be held, the next presidents can only be in power for 2 consecutive terms of 5 years however they may choose to run again later.

The main and official language of the republic is English. Japanese is a secondary language chosen due to the President's interest in the Japanese language and culture. The Government also recognises Aleut or Unangam Tunuu as a language however it is not used in Aleutian Society due to it having only 100-150 speakers left.

The country is ranked 173rd in terms of area, overtaking The Republic of Kiribati, which previously held the title at 811km².

Aleutia has 10 National Holidays: On 5th October, Independence Day and on 25th February, National Formation Day is celebrated and on 4th May, Aleutia Day is celebrated. These days are official National Holidays and all are entitled to a day off work/school unless it is necessary to a company that you work that day. Other National Holidays include New Year's Day, Christmas, International Human Rights Day (Dec 10),

International Freedom Day (Nov 9), War Casualty Remembrance Day (Nov 11); commemorates civilians and soldier who lost their lives to war.,

Disaster Remembrance Day (Sept 11); commemorates the lives lost to disasters, natural and man-made and Native American Heritage Day (Nov 26)

The nation has decided to allow the usage of cryptocurrency in all payments that take place on the islands. The following cryptocurrencies are tender: Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Tether and USD Coin.

This cryptocurrencies will coexist with the United States Dollar, the main and official currency of the country, however due to the nation being unable to print USD, it will be practically virtual in all cases when used.

The nation plans on making settlements across South and North East Tanaga Island and West and East Kanaga Island. There are two volcanoes on Tanaga Island, both dormant and one active on Kanaga Island. The current capital city is Aleutstadt, this name comes from the German "Stadt" for city and Aleut coming from the English name for the natives living in the Aleutian Islands.

The country holds relations with the following micronations:

The Governorate of Græcia, since 20th May 2021 (Current), 9th April 2021 (First Treaty)

Panam Empire, since 15th August 2021

The Sovereign Municipality of Ameristralia, since 23rd August 2021

The Democratic Republic of Espoona, since 8th September 2021 (Treaty signed 28th August)

The Wakoku Federation, since 28th August 2021

The Hellenistic Empire of Cimbrun, since 28th August 2021

Democratic Christian Republic of Melite, since 2nd October 2021

The Micronational Treaty of Aleutia which gives de-facto relations to all 15 member states: