The Republic of Brickston - Factbook
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Overview
Motto: Freiheit und Qualität
Official Languages: Briekish, English, Czech, Russian, Spanish, 13 more
Briekish name: BricklandBrickston is a Northern European nation located near the North Pole. The most populated city in Brickston. It is bordered by 3 nations.
National Colours: Blue, Yellow, White
National Animals: Falcon, Raven, Briekish Korll horse
Economy Type: Free market economy
HDI: 0.966
Government
Type of Government: Constitutional Direct Democracy with Representatives and monarchy
Houses of the Parliament:
The House för Oberst Authorität (House of Supreme Authority): Consists of 50 constitutional unelected impartial candidates and the Head of State. This house decides if legislation proposed by the House för Vertrer should go through process A or process B**.
The Houses förs Munchien (House of People in Briekish): Consists of elected officials for all administrative units. There are 876 Houses för Munchien locations for 872 districts and 4 special administrative regions. Here, people vote for certain legislations which have been approved by the House för Oberst Authorität.
The House för Vertrer (House of Representatives in Briekish): Consists of elected representatives and the president. There is one house för Munchien location, located within the Parliament building. Here, elected representatives decide if legislation should be passed.Processes for legislation:
Process A: This is the direct democracy process where the whole population votes for the legislation.
Process B: This is the representative democratic process where elected representatives (elected every 4 years) votes for the legislation.Current Head of Government: Okonkwo Cyryl Lavoie
Authority: Administration of the federal government, representing the country abroad, shaping the priorities of the government and enforcement of guidelines in certain sectors of government unilaterally.Current Head of State: Archduke Friedrich VI
Authority: While the authority of the monarchy has declined over the years, the Head of State can remove the current Head of Government from power if 51% of the Höchste Judiciary votes yes in a non-confidence vote, and at least 50% of the elected Parliament agrees. The Head of State also has the power to commence and end wars, although this will also require mutual agreement with the Ministry of Defence.
Economy
National Treasury of BrickstonCurrency: Briekish Dubbeh (D¥)
Exchange Rate: 1 D¥ = € 1.51 (2021)
Major Industries: High-technology, financial services, motor vehicles, aerospace, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, minerals, electronics, tourism, artificial intelligence, high-level manufacturing, biotechnology, art & entertainmentGross Domestic Product (GDP): D¥1,371,457,239,380 (€2,070,900,431,470; $2,340,117,487,560) (2010)
GDP Per Capita: D¥72,752 (€123,753.50; $139,986.99) (2021)
Average Salary: D¥84750.26 (€; $95767.79
Unemployment Rate: 1.7%
GDP Growth Rate (2025): 4.5%
Exports: 5,158,706,882,106D¥ (2020)
Imports: 3,581,618,827,156D¥ (2020)
Cumulative Current Account Balance (Balance of Trade): +1,427,088,054,950D¥The economy of Brickston is a highly developed mixed market economy with a strong social security net. Brickston's economy has been consistently ranked as the most open in the world, the least corrupt, and one of the most pro-business. Brickston has low and flat tax-rates, and the highest mean and median wealth per adult in Northern Europe.
While there is business-friendly reputation for global and local privately held companies and public companies, most natural commodities such as fossil fuels and precious metals are administered by state-owned enterprises, of which a large percentage of the profits are transferred to a sovereign wealth fund.
Brickston's economy is often referred to as a "miracle" due to its rapid transformation from a developing country to a developed, high-income economy in a relatively short period of time. This transformation took place in the second half of the 20th century after the reunification of Brickland under the leadership of various presidents. Through reform, subsidisation and liberalisation, the country saw an economic revolution and became one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with high levels of income equality.
Demographics
Streets of Brownhill, a small city near Portovo
Population: 37,856,278 (2021)
Average Age: 36
Life Expectancy: 91
Ethnicity: 57% (Briekish), 13% (Nordic), 11% (Czech), 14% (other)
Dominant Religion: Atheism (48%), Christianity (32%)
Most populated cities (descending order): Bridgeton (Himmeruckend), Portovo, DTM Zentral, Edgemorta, Yormanes
Domains and Codes
Internet Domains - .brk .brkgov .co.brk .brk.net .brk.org
Briekish Education
Briekish school in Rüshafter, a small town
Education in Brickston is free for all from ages 5-16. School starts from October and ends in August from 9 AM to 2:45 PM. University for STEM degrees is also made affordable by the state for the top 20% of students.Brickston has the world's best education system, and has been widely recognized for exceptional contributions to science, technology and mathematics.
There are two main examinations: the 6th grade Stabilität Exam (Stability) and the 10th Grade Bereicherung (Enrichment) Exam. Generally, test scores are not displayed, even to the person who wrote the exam. Teachers look at the strength of the child and cater to their educational needs. However, the 6th and 10th grade examination scores are released.
Every school is funded the same, regardless of the neighbourhood or the demographic. Funding is solely dependent on the number of students and the institution's compliance with educational standards.
Children have 2-3 languages in their curriculum.
First Language (English/Briekish mandatory upto Grade 10)
English, Briekish, German, Swedish, Czech, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Hindi and Mandarin
Second Language
French, Spanish, Arabic, Dutch, Urdu, Turkish, Malay, Italian, Greek, Norwegian, Finnish, Korean, Japanese, Hungarian, Portuguese, Icelandic
Third Language
Any language with over 900,000 speakers
Cities of Brickston
1: Portovo
Portovo from Parliament building, Capital of Brickston
Portovo is the administrative capital of Brickston, located near two rivers. The city hosts the Parliament and also has the second highest GDCP (Gross domestic city product) per capita after New Amsterdam according to the Briekish Government Statistics Bureau (BGSB), standing at 245,917D¥ (366416.33 Euros, 2021 estimate).Portovo has the most scientists per square km in the world, with 4. Portovo is also one of the most diverse cities in the world, with only 39% of citizens being fully Briekish.
2: Himmeruckend (Bridgeton)
Himmerruckend (Bridgeton), Financial Capital of Brickston
Himmerruckend is the most populous city in Brickston. It is the financial capital of the country. Himmerruckend hosts the country's largest metro network (7th largest in the European Union), as well as the country's largest airport, stadium, GDP and road network. The city also contributes to 45% of the country's trade.Bridgeton (the English name of Himmeruckend) is the largest metro area in the entire Arctic Belt, and handles the second-highest traffic of trade ships, after Doh Tin Mah City (the trading and manufacturing capital of Brickland). Due to westerly winds, it enjoys a mild summer climate throughout the year, and experiences warmer winters alike the rest of the Briekish southern coast. This weather phenomenon, termed the "Briekish weather abnormality", allows for habitation in these areas, and also causes some regions in the geographic south to have harsher winters than the Southwest coast (this effect ceases to exist in the far North, where harsh winters are prevalent).
The city used to be a farming and fishing village during the communist era, but later played a key role in economic liberalisation when it was a part of the country of the now-unified North Brickston, serving as the first special economic zone for foreign direct investment and free trade.
It is home to many major European software and financial companies, and is granted the largest city budget by the federal government.
3: Doh Tin Mah City (DTM Metro Area)
Streets in Doh Tin Mah City, the trade and manufacturing capital of BrickstonThe DTM metro area is the manufacturing hub of Brickston, with the bulk of electronics, high-precision equipment, semiconductors, and computer processing parts produced here. However, Doh Tin Mah City also has a thriving agricultural sector, with methods such as rooftop agriculture being used by individuals and companies, due to the population density resulting in a scarcity of land. Doh Tin Mah City hosts the Marius Tower (Briekish Intelligence Bureau Headquarters).
The city was named by Sir Doh Tin Mah, who led the Briekish Revolution to guarantee freedom of speech for all.
In order to increase business competitiveness, the metro area has the lowest business taxes in the country, and less strict regulations for corporations, especially those in manufacturing.
4: Edgemorta (Gänserntal)
Financial District, Edgemorta
Edgemorta is the resource capital of Brickston, with oil and uranium extraction areas clustered near the city. It serves as the headquarters for major petroleum companies, which employ around 36% of the local adult population. Edgemorta had been suffering economic decline until economic reforms including reducing taxes in the metro area gave it a competitive advantage in business.
5: Yormanes (Waldenmundigen)
Streets of Yormanes, BricklandYormanes is a suburban medium-density settlement with the highest concentration of Michelin-star restaurants in the country. It is a thriving retail hub, and is sometimes referred to as the arts and entertainment capital.
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Ministry of Healthcare, Brickston
Minister of Health, Jen Stefan Klugburgwurshistuf
Brickston Healthcare Headquarters, Doh Tin Mah City
The National Briekish Healthcare Service (BHS) is Brickston's public sector healthcare service, which dates back to more than a century (founded in 1921). Healthcare is free for all, for all causes under the Right to Healthcare Act, 1969. Exceptions:- Artificial appearance plastic surgery
- Treating Stage 4 & 5 cancer
- Life-threatening operations
- Infertility Sterilisation
- Complex Childbirth
- Treatment of Dental Cavities: Pulpitis and Periodontitis
The Government carries out a national survey under the National Statistics Bureau and coordinates with the BHS.
It conducts two surveys:
- Number of medical professionals per 1000 people
- Clinics to People Ratio
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Restrictions and licenses in Brickston
Alcohol: Legal for anyone over the age of 18 (Minor Consumption Act)
Tobacco: Legal for anyone over the age of 21 (Minor Consumption Act)
Internet: Legal for anyone over the age of 7 (Child Protection Act, Section D11)
Voting: Legal for anyone over the age of 18 (Universal Adult Franchise)
Car Licence: Legal for anyone over the age of 15
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The Constitution of The Republic of Brickston (Official summary)
Please note that [A] or [B] means the changes in that Article.
Preamble:
"The Republic of Brickston is a sovereign, democratic and secular republic, ensuring freedom and justice to all its citizens."
Artlcle 12, The rights of all citizens in the Republic of Brickston
1: Freedom to contribute to any democratic process (Any federal election or decision (voting and running for office) with the Supreme Authority monitoring the process)
2: Freedom of Speech (Press, Association, Opinion or any form of expression)
3: Freedom of Ownership (Private Property or possession must be respected unless the owner is unlawful to the Constitution; perpetrators may be prosecuted by the owner in a peaceful way with no violence [D])
4: Freedom to Access the Judiciary
5: Freedom of Privacy (No person can violate another person's privacy without consent [C])
6: Freedom of Cultural & Spiritual Belief (Religion, Ethics and Culture must not be violated but monitored under the Constitution, any symbol references to the tyrannical leader Maduro is banned [B])
7: Freedom of Integrity (The Government must have no biases when it comes to citizens paying taxes, receiving welfare or pension benefits, going through a democratic or judicial process, and any other process which involves any formal federal government. The separation of the legislative, the Supreme Authority and the Judiciary must take place).Article 13, "Environment Regulation Act"
- Environment Regulation [A - All crossed off bullet points are no longer in use]
All gasoline automobiles are banned- All manufacturing or mining sites must undergo an environment regulation test every 2 months
Vegetarianism onlyMeat cannot be shipped overseas
[B]- The Brickston National Environment Organization (BNEO) is introduced to protect the Briekish Environment and replant more than 5 million trees.
Article 14, "Tackling Racism Act"
Tying inclusiveness into the law; A body being offensive towards someone's race, religion, culture, ethnicity, language or ideology will be prosecuted [A], depending on the severity of the crime [B].
- All news organizations with regional coverage must be impartial with their content and not favour an ethnicity, race, culture, religion, belief [D]
or ideology[C].
Article 15, "National Language Act"
This article in the constitution which alters the official language of Brickston will not be imposed on any person who does not want to use the official language. This amendment in the Constitution changes the official languages of Brickston to Briekish [A], English and
German[C] as the official languages of Brickston [B]. However, all languages over 500,000 speakers shall be recognized.
Article 16, "Minor Consumption Act"
Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Consumption shall be regulated [A], with the minimum legal age for Alcohol being
14[B]15[C] 18[D] and Tobacco having a minimum legal age of16[B]18[C]20[D]21[E].
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List of Taxes in Brickston and rates
Income Taxes: 30% (Every 1 month)
Property Tax: 8% (Every year)
Commodity-Business Tax (Businesses that sell basic commodities pay this tax, which is only levied on commodities that are sold): 10%
Inheritance Taxes: Ranges from 25% to 40%
Other Assets Taxes: Ranges from 12% to 24%
Business Taxes: Inexistent for local businesses, 4% tax for international businesses to set up a business in Brickston, 6% tax for international businesses to set up headquarters in Brickston, 7% tax for international companies selling Alcohol or/and Tobacco, 10% for international companies which sell alcohol or/and tobacco and want to set up headquarters in Brickston, inexistent taxes for any cultural institutions (Every 4 months)
Multinational-Goods Transport Tax (Any goods which are brought in from overseas): 3%
Land Ownership Tax: Number of square metres multiplied by D¥65.75 -
Provinces and autonomous Territories of Brickston, 2021-
Provinces and Autonomous Territories of Brickston and their Capitals, 1996-2021 -
Erdbern Province
Capital City: Bertonto
Population: 990,000
Literacy Rate: 100%
Average Age: 39
Gross Domestic Product (GDP): D¥94,735,080,000
GDP per Capita: D¥95,692 (€142,581.08)
HDI: 0.986
Economic Development
Bertonto is an important retail centre for Brickston
Erdbern has the second-highest GDP per capita by province, after Amstö. The province contributes a lot to the scientific community as well, with many research papers having their origins from Erdbern.The agricultural sector is small, despite it having a lot of arable lands.
Labour Force:
Primary Sector: 3%
Secondary Sector: <1%
Tertiary Sector: 85%
Quaternary Sector: 11%
Labour Force: 550,000
Provincial Poverty Rate: 2%
National Poverty Rate: 0%
Provincial Poverty Line (Income, Annual): D¥32,495
National Poverty Line (Income, Annual): D¥15,700
Unemployed Adult Population (>18 years): 18%
Brickston Trade Contribution Percentage: [No info]Restrictions:
Alcohol: Partial Restrictions
Tobacco: Partial Restrictions
Coffee & Tea: Allowed
Other Recreational Drugs: Banned
Medicinal Drugs: Allowed
Plastic Bags: Banned
Gasoline Automobiles: BannedCultural & Tourism Significance
Erdbern preserves Briekish culture well, and an indicator is the architecture of Bertonto. Bertonto is the only provincial capital with no buildings built in the time period of 1980-Present! There are no contemporary buildings in Bertonto.
Erdbern is also a tourist paradise, with a million visitors visiting the town every year.
Krusgtag Palace, upper left with Krusgtag Beach, mid-left to right
"Busy" Street in BertontoEthnic Diversity
92%: White Briekish
1%: Mixed Briekish
7%: OtherLanguages with over 500,000 speakers
English, BriekishData and Statistics
Electricity Consumption (Gw.h/yr): 45,302
Electrification Population Percentage: 100%
Water Access Population Percentage: 100%
Adult Population House Ownership Rate: 55%
Adult Population House Renting Rate: 45%
Adult Population Without a House Rate: 0%
Percentage of Population (ages 6 to 70 considered) with primary education (Gradus 1 to 5): 99%
Percentage of Population (ages 11 to 80 considered) with secondary education (Gradus 6 to 10): 97%
Percentage of Population (ages 15 to 80 considered) with tertiary education (Gradus 10 to 12): 95%
Percentage of Population (ages 17 to 80 considered) with a degree/diploma or other advanced education: 83%
Internet Penetration: 95%
Smartphone Penetration: 75%
Average AQI (Air Quality Index) (Annual Average): 8
Average Temperature in Celsius (Annual Average): 9
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List of Cities in Brickston by Population
City Population (millions) Image Himmeruckend Zentral 9.3 Großraum Portovo 7.9 Doh Tin Canton 3.4 Edgemorta 3.1 Yormanes 2.9 New Amsterdam 2.7 Ruhtr 2 Roosendaal 1.8 Pondi 1.7 Hunstanon 1.5 Heidelben 1.1 Westport 1.1 Exeter 1 Galway 1 Prage 1 Burnsmead 0.9 Brownhill 0.9 Ullapool 0.8 Birminster 0.6 Krumlov 0.5 Leiden 0.5 Alesund 0.4 -
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Briekish Achievements:
Largest FDI Investment [Current Fiscal Year]
Highest diversity of immigrants in the world [at least 100 residents from each country except 2]
Highest Median Wealth after taxes, deductions, living costs, etc by purchasing power parity
Triple A Credit Rating according to S&P
Universitat Neue Amsterdamme ranked as 3rd best university in the world
Strongest Surveillance and Cyber Intelligence
Highest Economic Freedom
1st in Ease of Doing Business Index
Highest percentage of those who have obtained tertiary education
One of the highest trade-to-GDP ratios
6th in Global Innovation Index
One of the highest Export to Import Ratios in Europe
2nd Lowest GINI Coefficient
Most number of urban public transport networks
Very low corporate taxes
8th highest life expectancy
Highest number of police officers per capita in Europe excluding microstates
Highest number of drones specifically for military usage per capita in Europe
Lowest House Price to Income Ratio
Most affordable Northern European country
0% poverty rate [considering those living with less than $6.85 a day]
8th by Purchasing Power Parity
4th highest number of patent holders per capita
Highest in Social Mobility Index