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|fullname = Islamic Republic of New Batavia<br>''Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië''
|fullname = Islamic Republic of New Batavia<br>''Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië''
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|motto = ''Vrede, Vrijheid, Verdraagzaamheid''<br>(Peace, Freedom, Tolerance)
|motto = ''Vrede, Vrijheid, Verdraagzaamheid''<br>(Peace, Freedom, Tolerance)
|anthem = [[Anthem of New Batavia|''Gebed voor het Vaderland'']]<br>(Prayer for the Fatherland)
|anthem = [[Anthem of New Batavia|''Gebed voor het Vaderland'']]<br>(Prayer for the Fatherland)
|map = File:claim3NBA.png
|map = File:Claim6NBA.png
|mapversions = 17.0.8 - present
|mapversions = 17.0.8 - present
|capital = [[Lucerne (city)|Lucerne]]
|capital = [[Lucerne (city)|Lucerne]]
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|govtype = parliamentary democracy
|govtype = parliamentary democracy
|headofstatetitle = [[President of New Batavia|President]]
|headofstatetitle = [[President of New Batavia|President]]
|headofstate = [[Saladin]]
|headofstate = [[Mahmoed Segers]]
|headofgovernmenttitle = [[Grand Vizier of New Batavia|Grand Vizier]]
|headofgovernmenttitle = [[Grand Vizier of New Batavia|Grand Vizier]]
|headofgovernment = [[Redouan van Lucerne]]
|headofgovernment = [[Bashir De Neve]]
|legislature = [[Majlis-ash-Shoera]]
|legislature = [[Majlis-ash-Shoera]]
|estdate = January 14, 2007
|estdate = January 14, 2007
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The '''Islamic Republic of New Batavia''' (''Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië'')is the successor state of the [[Virtual United Provinces]], the [[Netherlands|Republic of the Netherlands]] and the [[Islamic Internet Republic]]. The nation was founded in 2007 and became involved in the Micras sector in 2009. Today, New Batavia is located in the Antarctic region of [[Micras]].
The '''Islamic Republic of New Batavia''' (''Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië'') is the successor state of the [[Virtual United Provinces]], the [[Netherlands|Republic of the Netherlands]] and the [[Islamic Internet Republic]]. The nation was founded in 2007 and became involved in the Micras sector in 2009. Today, New Batavia is mainly located on the continent of [[Corum]].


== Etymology ==
== Etymology ==
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On October 31, 2020 the MCS accepted the [[Claims of New Batavia on Micras|claim]] of the Government-in-Exile of the Islamic Internet Republic to the island of New Batavia. The main point of criticism before acceptance of the claim was the name of the nation. It was felt by some [[MCS]] members that there were too many real world references and that the nation was not "Micras" enough. [[Frans]] stressed he did not want to found an entirely new nation, but "really really" wanted a legal and historical link with the old IIR. The proposed constitution of the Fourth Republic met some of the criticism.  
On October 31, 2020 the MCS accepted the [[Claims of New Batavia on Micras|claim]] of the Government-in-Exile of the Islamic Internet Republic to the island of New Batavia. The main point of criticism before acceptance of the claim was the name of the nation. It was felt by some [[MCS]] members that there were too many real world references and that the nation was not "Micras" enough. [[Frans]] stressed he did not want to found an entirely new nation, but "really really" wanted a legal and historical link with the old IIR. The proposed constitution of the Fourth Republic met some of the criticism.  


The present day Fourth Republic was established on November 30, 2020 when the new constitution was approved by [[2020 New Batavian constitutional referendum|referendum]]. [[Redouan van Lucerne]]'s cabinet stressed the necessity of international co-operation and succesfully negotiated treaties with [[Hurmu]], [[Thraci Confederation]], [[Mercury]] and others. This cabinet didn't actively sponsor [[sport in New Batavia]], but there were private initiatives to organize [[Association football in New Batavia|football]] and [[Ice hockey in New Batavia|ice hockey]] competitions.
The present day Fourth Republic was established on November 30, 2020 when the new constitution was approved by [[2020 New Batavian constitutional referendum|referendum]]. [[Redouan van Lucerne]]'s cabinet stressed the necessity of international co-operation and succesfully negotiated treaties with [[Hurmu]], [[Thraci Confederation]], [[Mercury]] and others. This cabinet didn't actively sponsor [[sport in New Batavia]], but there were private initiatives to organize [[Association football in New Batavia|football]] and [[IJshockey Nieuw-Batavië|ice hockey]] competitions.


After the restoration, tensions between the former exiles grew. Many returning exiles settled in Southern Corum, but felt neglected by the Lucerne based government. The [[South Corum Independence Party]] became the voice of this group. There also remain many descendants of former [[IIR]]-citizens in [[The Green]], which is also an issue the [[Cabinet of New Batavia|cabinet]] will need to tackle.
After the restoration, tensions between the former exiles grew. Many returning exiles settled in Southern Corum, but felt neglected by the Lucerne based government. The [[South Corum Independence Party]] became the voice of this group. In May 2021 descendants of former [[IIR]]-citizens in [[The Green]] united themselves and organized several [[Marches on Broekszaal]]. They demanded citizenship rights and expansion. A substantial claim was accepted and several new [[Governorates of New Batavia|governorates]] founded. Two months later, the governorates of [[Al-Ard Al-Moestasliha]] and [[Dar Al-Hoeriya]] voted to secede from New Batavia and the [[Kurum Ash-Sharqia|Sultanate of Kurum Ash-Sharqia]] was created.


== Government ==
== Government ==
:''See also: [[Constitution of New Batavia]]''
:''See also: [[Constitution of New Batavia]]''
[[File:Saladin.jpg|thumb|left|President Saladin]]
[[File:Saladin.jpg|150px|thumb|left|[[Saladin]] was president from 2010 AD to 2021 AD]]
New Batavia is a parliamentary democracy. The [[President of New Batavia|President]] is the ceremonial head-of-state. He is elected for a six months term.  
New Batavia is a parliamentary democracy. The [[President of New Batavia|President]] is the ceremonial head-of-state. He is elected for a six months term.  


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Legislative power is vested in the Majlis-ash-Shoera. This assembly is elected every 4 months. There are 100 votes, proportionally distributed among its members.
Legislative power is vested in the Majlis-ash-Shoera. This assembly is elected every 4 months. There are 100 votes, proportionally distributed among its members.


Before a law is passed, it needs the advice of the [[Islamic Diwan]], although this advice is non-binding. The Islamic Diwan is composed of ordinary members (apppointed by the Majlis-ash-Shoera at the President's proposal), extraordinary members (the former heads-of-state) and coopted members (chosen by the ordinary and extraordinary members). At least half of the ordinary members need to be muslim. The Islamic Diwan is the so-called advisory branch of government.
Before a law is passed, it needs the advice of the [[Islamic Diwan of New Batavia|Islamic Diwan]], although this advice is non-binding. The Islamic Diwan is composed of ordinary members (apppointed by the Majlis-ash-Shoera at the President's proposal), extraordinary members (the former heads-of-state) and coopted members (chosen by the ordinary and extraordinary members). At least half of the ordinary members need to be muslim. The Islamic Diwan is the so-called advisory branch of government.


Judiciary power resides with the independent [[Supreme Court of New Batavia|Supreme Court]] ''(Hooggerechtshof)''. Lower courts are to be established by law. Judges are appointed for life to ensure their independence.
Judiciary power resides with independent courts: the [[Court of First Instance]] ''(Rechtbank van Eerste Aanleg)'' and the [[Supreme Court of New Batavia|Supreme Court]] ''(Hooggerechtshof)''. Judges are appointed for life to ensure their independence.
 
Local government is administrated by 9 [[Governorates of New Batavia|governorates]], established in 2021. Each governorate is headed by a governor, appointed by the central government.
 
== Foreign relations ==
:''See also: [[Foreign affairs of New Batavia]]''
For Grand Vizier [[Redouan van Lucerne]] it was very important to have good relations with other nations. Several friendship treaties were negotiated. The relationship with [[Mercury]] is considered very special, since that nation offered sanctuary to the [[IIR]] government-in-exile. New Batavia joined the [[MTO]] on March 19, 2021.
 
Since November 2021, New Batavia has an open border policy towards all other nations on Micras, even without visa.
 
On December 9, 2021, a [[Free trade agreement between Kurum Ash-Sharqia and New Batavia|free trade agreement]] was signed with [[Kurum Ash-Sharqia]].


== Religion ==
== Religion ==
The main religion in New Batavia is [[Islam]]. The constitution doesn't mention the establishment of a state religion. On the other hand, article 1 of the constitution states that sovereignty belongs to Allah, and that men's 'stewardship' is to be executed as stipulated by the constitution. Except for the Islamic Diwan, all major government institutions are secular in nature.
The main religion in New Batavia is [[wikipedia:Islam|Islam]]. The constitution doesn't mention the establishment of a state religion. On the other hand, article 1 of the constitution states that sovereignty belongs to Allah, and that men's 'stewardship' is to be executed as stipulated by the constitution. Except for the Islamic Diwan, all major government institutions are secular in nature.


Freedom of religion is guaranteed by both the constitution and the Holy Quran.
Freedom of religion is guaranteed by both the constitution and the Holy Quran, and New Batavia is known for its religious tolerance of minority religions. Smaller religions within the nation are [[Nazarene|Nazarenism]], the [[Calbain Church|Calbain Faith]], [[Vedasism]] and [[Catologism]].


== Population ==
== Population ==
When the Republic was restored in 2020, the government called all exiles back to the motherland. Initially, New Batavian intelligentsia returned and settled in the [[Lucerne (city)|city of Lucerne]]. Most middle class families initially resettled in the South [[Corum]] areas, which was later also reclaimed via the MCS.  
{{Historical populations
|2020 |1500000
|2021 |25910000
|2022 |24008000
|2023 |24700000
|source= Rijksagentschap voor de Statistiek
|align=left
}}
[[File:Mars op Broekszaal.png|thumb|right|First March on Broekszaal propaganda poster]]
When the Republic was restored in 2020, the government called all exiles back to the motherland. Initially, New Batavian intelligentsia returned and settled in the [[Lucerne (city)|city of Lucerne]]. Most middle class families initially resettled in the South [[Corum]] areas, which were later also reclaimed via the MCS.
 
Early 2021, the population saw a steep rise to 25 million people. Most are descendants of former exiles returning. There are also many mixed families through intermarriage, mainly with [[Batavia]]n and [[Mercury|Mercurian]] families. These mixed families often have other languages than Dutch as their first language.
 
Many descendants of [[IIR]] inhabitants who had fallen in diaspora, still lived in [[The Green]] in Southern Corum. They demanded expansion and citizenship rights (see [[Marches on Broekszaal]]). After the [[Claims of New Batavia on Micras|2021 expansion]] 9,050,000 people, who used to be stateless, received New Batavian citizenship.  


Early 2021, the population saw a steep rise to 15 million people. Most are descendants of former exiles returning. There are also many mixed families through intermarriage with [[Batavia]]n and [[Mercury|Mercurian]] families. These mixed families often have other languages than Dutch as their first language.
After the independence of [[Kurum Ash-Sharqia]] the nation lost two English majority governorates. Some anglophone families from the remaining governorates also moved to Kurum Ash-Sharqia.


Today, the official population in land claimed by New Batavia is approximately 15 million. It is estimated that many descendants of [[IIR]] inhabitants live in [[The Green]] in Southern Corum. They are currently not recognized as citizens of the Republic.
== Education ==
Education is organized by the [[Governorates of New Batavia|governorates]]. Institutions of higher education, however, need to be recognized by the Vizierate of Education and individual courses need to receive approval from the Commission of Higher Education ''(HOC)''. Today, there are three universities in New Batavia:
* [[Universiteit Patriottenbaai]]
* [[Universiteit Westhaven]]  
* [[Technische Universiteit Saladinstad]]


== Sport ==
== Sport ==
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[[Association football in New Batavia|Association football]] is a popular sport in New Batavia. There are currently two competing football federations that organize several competitions and cups.
[[Association football in New Batavia|Association football]] is a popular sport in New Batavia. There are currently two competing football federations that organize several competitions and cups.


On December 10, 2020 the [[IJNB]] was founded to organize professional and amateur ice hockey competitions.
On December 10, 2020 the [[IJshockey Nieuw-Batavië|IJNB]] was founded to organize professional and amateur ice hockey competitions.


== Trivia ==
== Trivia ==
The nation received a [[FNORD Awards|2020 FNORD Award]] in the category ''"Tis but a Fleshwound"'' for ''returning to Micras, with an unbroken history, after so many many years''.
The nation received a [[FNORD Awards|2020 FNORD Award]] in the category ''"Tis but a Fleshwound"'' for ''"returning to Micras, with an unbroken history, after so many many years"''.





Latest revision as of 08:58, 22 November 2024

Islamic Republic of New Batavia
Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië
Islamicinternetrepublic.gif Islamic Internet Republic -- (2020 - present) -- no successor
Flag of New Batavia
Flag
Coat of Arms of New Batavia
Coat of Arms
Motto: Vrede, Vrijheid, Verdraagzaamheid
(Peace, Freedom, Tolerance)
Anthem: Gebed voor het Vaderland
(Prayer for the Fatherland)
Location of New Batavia
Map versions 17.0.8 - present
Capital Lucerne
Largest city Patriottenbaai
Official language(s) Dutch
Official religion(s) Islam
Demonym New Batavian
 - Adjective New Batavian
Government parliamentary democracy
 - President Mahmoed Segers
 - Grand Vizier Bashir De Neve
 - Legislature Majlis-ash-Shoera
Establishment January 14, 2007
Area
Population active participants: 2
simulated population: 24,700,000
Currency
Abbreviation NB - NBA
Mains electricity
Driving side
Track gauge
Calendar
Time zone(s) CMT + 6
National website Portal New Batavia
National forum Bastion Union
National animal lion
National food dates and carbonade flamande
National drink
National tree

The Islamic Republic of New Batavia (Islamitische Republiek Nieuw-Batavië) is the successor state of the Virtual United Provinces, the Republic of the Netherlands and the Islamic Internet Republic. The nation was founded in 2007 and became involved in the Micras sector in 2009. Today, New Batavia is mainly located on the continent of Corum.

Etymology

Batavians defeating the Romans in 69 AD

During the First Republic Era, a number of citizens of Batavia founded the province of New Batavia (Nieuw-Batavië) and acceded to the Virtual United Provinces. The province was later dissolved, but it continued to be named in the constitutions of the Second and Third Republic. New Batavia was also on the map of the original claim.

The island of New Batavia was later claimed by Mercury and renamed to Lusa. In 2013, the Government-in-Exile was offered sanctuary by Mercury.

The island was eventually resettled by the exiles in October 2020. The constitution of the Fourth Republic then officially renamed the nation to New Batavia.

Etymologically Batavia refers to the Germanic tribe of the Batavi. The Dutch named many places after the Batavi, including the Batavian Republic.

History

Coat of arms of New Batavia.png
History of New Batavia

Prinsenvlag.gif First Republic (2007-2008)
Islamicinternetrepublic.gif Second Republic (2008-2010)
Islamicinternetrepublic.gif Third Republic (2010-2011)
Islamicinternetrepublic.gif Government-in-Exile (2011-2020)
Islamicinternetrepublic.gif Third Republic Restoration (2020-2020)
New Batavia flag.png Fourth Republic (2020-present)


Portal New Batavia
See also: Timeline of New Batavia

On October 31, 2020 the MCS accepted the claim of the Government-in-Exile of the Islamic Internet Republic to the island of New Batavia. The main point of criticism before acceptance of the claim was the name of the nation. It was felt by some MCS members that there were too many real world references and that the nation was not "Micras" enough. Frans stressed he did not want to found an entirely new nation, but "really really" wanted a legal and historical link with the old IIR. The proposed constitution of the Fourth Republic met some of the criticism.

The present day Fourth Republic was established on November 30, 2020 when the new constitution was approved by referendum. Redouan van Lucerne's cabinet stressed the necessity of international co-operation and succesfully negotiated treaties with Hurmu, Thraci Confederation, Mercury and others. This cabinet didn't actively sponsor sport in New Batavia, but there were private initiatives to organize football and ice hockey competitions.

After the restoration, tensions between the former exiles grew. Many returning exiles settled in Southern Corum, but felt neglected by the Lucerne based government. The South Corum Independence Party became the voice of this group. In May 2021 descendants of former IIR-citizens in The Green united themselves and organized several Marches on Broekszaal. They demanded citizenship rights and expansion. A substantial claim was accepted and several new governorates founded. Two months later, the governorates of Al-Ard Al-Moestasliha and Dar Al-Hoeriya voted to secede from New Batavia and the Sultanate of Kurum Ash-Sharqia was created.

Government

See also: Constitution of New Batavia
Saladin was president from 2010 AD to 2021 AD

New Batavia is a parliamentary democracy. The President is the ceremonial head-of-state. He is elected for a six months term.

The president appoints the Grand Vizier (Grootvizier), in whom executive power is vested, with the approval of the Majlis-ash-Shoera. The Grand Vizier, then, appoints the other members of the cabinet, called viziers.

Legislative power is vested in the Majlis-ash-Shoera. This assembly is elected every 4 months. There are 100 votes, proportionally distributed among its members.

Before a law is passed, it needs the advice of the Islamic Diwan, although this advice is non-binding. The Islamic Diwan is composed of ordinary members (apppointed by the Majlis-ash-Shoera at the President's proposal), extraordinary members (the former heads-of-state) and coopted members (chosen by the ordinary and extraordinary members). At least half of the ordinary members need to be muslim. The Islamic Diwan is the so-called advisory branch of government.

Judiciary power resides with independent courts: the Court of First Instance (Rechtbank van Eerste Aanleg) and the Supreme Court (Hooggerechtshof). Judges are appointed for life to ensure their independence.

Local government is administrated by 9 governorates, established in 2021. Each governorate is headed by a governor, appointed by the central government.

Foreign relations

See also: Foreign affairs of New Batavia

For Grand Vizier Redouan van Lucerne it was very important to have good relations with other nations. Several friendship treaties were negotiated. The relationship with Mercury is considered very special, since that nation offered sanctuary to the IIR government-in-exile. New Batavia joined the MTO on March 19, 2021.

Since November 2021, New Batavia has an open border policy towards all other nations on Micras, even without visa.

On December 9, 2021, a free trade agreement was signed with Kurum Ash-Sharqia.

Religion

The main religion in New Batavia is Islam. The constitution doesn't mention the establishment of a state religion. On the other hand, article 1 of the constitution states that sovereignty belongs to Allah, and that men's 'stewardship' is to be executed as stipulated by the constitution. Except for the Islamic Diwan, all major government institutions are secular in nature.

Freedom of religion is guaranteed by both the constitution and the Holy Quran, and New Batavia is known for its religious tolerance of minority religions. Smaller religions within the nation are Nazarenism, the Calbain Faith, Vedasism and Catologism.

Population

Historical population
YearPop.±%
2020 1,500,000—    
2021 25,910,000+1627.3%
2022 24,008,000−7.3%
2023 24,700,000+2.9%
Source: Rijksagentschap voor de Statistiek
First March on Broekszaal propaganda poster

When the Republic was restored in 2020, the government called all exiles back to the motherland. Initially, New Batavian intelligentsia returned and settled in the city of Lucerne. Most middle class families initially resettled in the South Corum areas, which were later also reclaimed via the MCS.

Early 2021, the population saw a steep rise to 25 million people. Most are descendants of former exiles returning. There are also many mixed families through intermarriage, mainly with Batavian and Mercurian families. These mixed families often have other languages than Dutch as their first language.

Many descendants of IIR inhabitants who had fallen in diaspora, still lived in The Green in Southern Corum. They demanded expansion and citizenship rights (see Marches on Broekszaal). After the 2021 expansion 9,050,000 people, who used to be stateless, received New Batavian citizenship.

After the independence of Kurum Ash-Sharqia the nation lost two English majority governorates. Some anglophone families from the remaining governorates also moved to Kurum Ash-Sharqia.

Education

Education is organized by the governorates. Institutions of higher education, however, need to be recognized by the Vizierate of Education and individual courses need to receive approval from the Commission of Higher Education (HOC). Today, there are three universities in New Batavia:

Sport

See also: Sport in New Batavia

Association football is a popular sport in New Batavia. There are currently two competing football federations that organize several competitions and cups.

On December 10, 2020 the IJNB was founded to organize professional and amateur ice hockey competitions.

Trivia

The nation received a 2020 FNORD Award in the category "Tis but a Fleshwound" for "returning to Micras, with an unbroken history, after so many many years".