Administration of Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez
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 Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez | |
| In office | 1739 AN – Present |
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| Vice-Premier | Felipe de la Vega |
| Preceded by | Marissa Santini (FCP, 1729 AN-1739 AN) |
| Party | Federal Humanist Party |
The Administration of Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez began in 1739 AN following the New Alexandrian general election of 1739 as Premier of Nouvelle Alexandrie. His government has been defined by its focus on economic growth, modernization, and national security, navigating the challenges of a minority government supported by the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance and independent deputies. Key initiatives have included the launch of the National Infrastructure Renewal Program (NIRP), A Better Deal, major reforms following the Spring Crisis of 1739, and significant policy directions laid out in the Throne Speech of 1740.
The Throne Speech of 1740 outlined an ambitious agenda that emphasized military modernization, enhanced border security, economic reform, and civil service efficiency. Delivered by King Sinchi Roca II at the opening of the 10th Cortes Federales, it highlighted the government's intention to address security threats, economic vulnerabilities, and the global challenges faced by the Federation. The speech sparked both public support and opposition criticism, reflecting the polarized environment in which Premier Jimenez’s administration operates.
Background
The Jimenez administration emerged from the complex political landscape of the New Alexandrian general election, 1739, which saw the Federal Humanist Party (FHP) secure 314 seats with 44.66% of the vote, while the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie emerged as the Official Opposition with a combined 175 seats through its constituent parties: the Democratic Socialist Party (127 seats), Wakara People's Party (20 seats), and United for Alvelo (28 seats). The election, held from 7 to 9.XI.1739 AN, marked the end of Marissa Santini's tenure as Premier following a turbulent second term marked by multiple challenges including the Recession of 1737, the East Keltian Collapse, and most notably, the Spring Crisis of 1739 attempted coup.
The FHP's electoral success, while substantial, fell short of an outright majority in the 689-seat Federal Assembly. This necessitated extensive negotiations to form a stable government, culminating in the Agreement for Stable Governance signed on 2.XII.1739 AN. This confidence and supply arrangement brought together the FHP's 314 votes with the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance's 12 seats and the support of 21 independent deputies (known as the Gang of 21), providing Jimenez's government with a working majority of 347 votes.
The Agreement reflected both practical necessity and ideological alignment around key policy priorities. It committed the FHP government to specific market-based reforms and fiscal policies while guaranteeing support on confidence votes and budgets for a full five-year term. Key provisions included spending caps on non-essential government programs, defense spending reaching 4% of GDP by 1742 AN, and agricultural modernization targeting a 15% reduction in food prices.
The formation of the Jimenez administration marked a significant shift in New Alexandrian politics, with the FHP returning to power after a decade in opposition. The transition occurred against the backdrop of heightened security concerns following the Spring Crisis, ongoing challenges from the absorption of over 10 million Anahuacano and 100,000 Norse refugees, and persistent economic pressures including housing affordability and cost of living concerns.
Jimenez's ability to secure stable governing arrangements was aided by his reputation for pragmatic leadership during the Spring Crisis, when he served as the FHP's shadow defense secretary and played a key role in maintaining opposition unity behind the constitutional order. His government's formation was formalized on 1.XII.1739 AN when King Sinchi Roca II appointed him as Premier, following confirmation that he could command the confidence of the Federal Assembly through the Agreement for Stable Governance.
The administration's initial policy direction was outlined in the Throne Speech of 1740, which emphasized military modernization, enhanced border security, economic reform, and civil service efficiency. The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie, under the leadership of Gabrielle Fitzgerald, established a unified "Progressive Shadow Council of State" to provide coordinated opposition to the government's agenda, while maintaining distinct identities for its constituent parties within the coalition. This ambitious agenda reflected both the FHP's campaign promises and the negotiated priorities established through the Agreement for Stable Governance, setting the stage for significant policy initiatives including the National Infrastructure Renewal Program and A Better Deal.
Domestic Policy
National Infrastructure Renewal Program
Spring Crisis Reforms
Agreement for Stable Governance
A Better Deal
Force 1752 Initiative
The Force 1752 Initiative is a comprehensive military modernization and procurement program launched by Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez's Federal Humanist Party government in 1740 AN. With a total budget allocation of NAX€7.3 trillion through 1752 AN, the initiative aims to increase Nouvelle Alexandrie's defense spending to 4% of GDP, representing the largest peacetime military investment in the nation's history. The program emerged in response to significant geopolitical shifts, including the East Keltian Collapse (1736 AN-1738 AN), the Benacian War (1738 AN-1741 AN), and vulnerabilities exposed during the Spring Crisis of 1739, which collectively necessitated a reevaluation of the Federation's defense capabilities.
The initiative focuses on five strategic objectives: force structure modernization, equipment recapitalization, strategic forces enhancement, industrial base development, and personnel quality improvement. Major funding allocations are distributed across all branches of the Federal Forces, with the Federal Navy receiving 38% (NAX€2.77 trillion), the Grand Army 31% (NAX€2.26 trillion), the Federal Air Force 22% (NAX€1.61 trillion), the Federal Space Force 5% (NAX€365 billion), and the Federal Guards Service 4% (NAX€292 billion). The program strategically complements Nouvelle Alexandrie's participation in both the Raspur Pact and the Concord Alliance Treaty Organization, while also stimulating economic growth through investments in domestic defense manufacturing capabilities.
Civic Engagement
The first session of the Council of State on 4.II.1740 resulted in Vice-President of the Government and Secretary for National Priorities Felipe de la Vega instructed to ensure that all localities had an established, convened, and functional Civic Assembly and Youth Assembly, that they had minutes of meetings, and if not, to convene the same by III.1740, with notices to mayors from the Secretary of Interior to explain their noncompliance with law, and to submit a report no later than end of III.1740.
That same session directed the Vice-President of the Government and Secretary for National Priorities Felipe de la Vega as well as the Secretary of Interior and Secretary of Education, Culture and Sports to review implementation of the Promotion of Sports Act, 1694 and to submit written recommendations no later than the end of III.1740.
Finally, the Vice-President of the Government and Secretary for National Priorities Felipe de la Vega as well as the Secretary of Interior were directed to review implementation of the Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection Act, 1719, to examine the performance of the National Conservation Service, and to submit written recommendations no later than the end of III.1740.
Education, Culture and Sports
At the first session of the Council of State on 4.II.1740, Secretary of Education, Culture and Sports Joanna Wisely was directed to review implementation of the Grand Institutes of Education Act, 1711, as well as to provide recommendations for a draft Bill to cover education for learners who, for whatever reason, were not able to enroll in formal institutions of learning.
Foreign Policy
Trade Policy
Immigration and Refugees
Raspur Pact
Concord Alliance
Cabinet and Key Personnel
Additional Appointments
This list represents appointments made under Article 41 of the Proclamation of Punta Santiago, which provides for the appointment of a Deputy Premier and Special Advisors by H.M. the King on the advice of the Premier.
Vice-Premier
- Felipe de la Vega - Vice-Premier and Secretary without Portfolio ("Secretary for National Priorities")
Secretaries without Portfolio
- Daniela Obregon y Zarzuela Aguilar - Secretary for Women and Children
- Jean-Baptiste Delacroix - Secretary for Governance, Civil Liberties, and Social Policy
- Tamaya Chamba - Secretary for Food Security and Rural Development
- Davy Lussier - Secretary for Budget Responsibility; Chairman, Economic Committee, Council of State
- Elias Wilson-Clarke - Secretary of the Council of State
- Carlota Yarlequé - Secretary for Indigenous Peoples
Special Advisors
- Bertrand Desjardins - Special Advisor for Domestic Security; Executive Director, ARDA
- Borzou Gankhaki - Special Advisor for the Federal Forces
- Sylvia Marais - Special Advisor on Mental Health
- Alejandro Vega - Special Advisor for Liberty and Prosperity
- Gilbert Saunier - Special Advisor for Air and Aviation Affairs
- Davy Lussier - Special Advisor for Naval and Maritime Affairs
- Elias Wilson-Clarke - Special Advisor for Lyrica
- Silvia Divata - Special Advisor for Biodiversity and Animal Welfare; Executive Director, Rodinia River Authority
- Emilio Acaran - Special Advisor on the Environment; Chairman, Rodinia River Authority
- Ethan Chevalier - Special Advisor for Economics (Liaison to Big Business)
- Felipe Hierro - Special Advisor for Political Affairs (Special Representative/Liaison of the Premier); Chairman, Public Administration Committee, Council of State
- Jorge Ortiz - Special Advisor for Commerce
Other Key Positions
- Manuel Luis Carandang - Official Spokesperson
- Solomon Wyvil - Director of National Intelligence
Declined Appointments
- Isabella Valentina 1739 AN - Declined appointment as Ombudsman of Nouvelle Alexandrie
Challenges and Criticism
Legacy
See Also
- A Better Deal
- National Infrastructure Renewal Program
- Spring Crisis of 1739
- Throne Speech of 1740
- Federal Humanist Party
