News from Sharjah

Balanced Budget Amendment finally arrives in the National Assembly

President Zurab Nadarejshvili has the power to determine when bills come before the floor for debate and voting. During the reign of the First Assembly, a moderately large group of the NDP wanted to propose a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. Nadarejshvili repeatedly blocked such a thing from coming to the floor because "I do not think in these times that the idea of using credit to ensure the welfare of our people is a problem."

However, today the National Assembly has cut back significantly on spending as the massively ambitious projects come to a close. However, the Conservative Party and the Jurzani Union Party have formed a loose coalition to support a Balanced Budget Amendment and get it passed in the National Assembly.

Representative Sanjay Rangeela (JUP), Party Leader for the JUP has joined with Representative Younis Khan (CP), Party Leader of the CP, in the decision to ask all members of their party to discontinue their activities until President Nadarejshvili allows a session of debate and promises a vote on the Balanced Budget Amendment.

Nadarejshvili, not being a supporter of such an Amendment, asked for the States to vote before the National Assembly does, as for the Amendment Process, the 60% of the States must approve an Amendment before it can become Law. He claimed that should the States approve it, then he would open sessions for Debate in the National Assembly. Representative Rangeela said such an act is unacceptable because the State Legislatures, which a major still have NDP Leaders, will hold off on voting on the Amendment, eventually filibustering it into nonexistence. Rangeela demanded that the National Assembly step up and vote on the issue and send it to the States. "States do not determine what the National Assembly will or will not vote on." She stated.

Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat reiterates Jurzan's support for Carentania

Today, in a Press Conference Supreme Chancellor Khayrat stated that the Second Jurzani Republic still is and always will be loyal to Carentania. When asked if Carentania ever came under attack, would Jurzan aid in its defense. Khayrat responded by saying that an attack on Carentania is an attack on Jurzan and will be responded to in the same fashion.

Khayrat also urged the National Assembly to continue to maintain partnerships with Carentania for the betterment of the two nations.


Minor Stories
:!: National Oil Company requests a budget increase so it can allow for bonuses to workers
:!: President Nadarejshvili met with Supreme Chancellor Khayrat for discussions on defense spending
:!: Representative Mirwais Ahmadzai(Party Leader of the Southern Alliance) condemns the Sharjah Strip Entrepreneurs for supporting "unmoral activities in return for massive profit"

Commissariate for Foreign Affairs

The friendship between the Jurzani and Carentanian people is a strong one and based on a common desire for freedom. We believe this friendship not to be tied to a specific government, but to be ingrained in both our societies. Khayrats support for Carentanias defense is assuring and we are naturally just as committed to the independence of the Jurzan. We hope that future Chancellors will continue to follow the path laid out by Jurzans Head of State.

Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat dies, Mirwais Ahmadzai appointed as Interim Supreme Chancellor

Shockingly and suddenly, the Hero of Jurzan, Father of the Country, Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat has been found dead at fifty-four years of age. Reports say that aides to the Supreme Chancellor entered the room because he was behind schedule, and immediately yelled for doctors once the Chancellor was unresponsive. Doctors, within minutes, pronounced him dead.

The death came as a shock, for the Chancellor was known to be in excellent health. The National Assembly ordered an investigation into his death be made as President Zurab Nadarejshvili addressed the nation, condoling the family of the Chancellor for their loss.

”Supreme Chancellor Khayrat was more than just a politician to this country. He is our hero, he is the reason we all celebrate an independent nation today. His death marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new era.” Said Zurab Nadarejshvili

One of the immediate questions is, who is to assume the title of Supreme Chancellor? Representative Mirwais Ahmadzai, Leader of the Southern Alliance in the National Assembly, was nominated by members of the Southern Alliance. An excerpt from the official nomination:

”Lord Khayrat’s death shall be a dark day for all of history. However, this legislature cannot sit back and sob when order needs to be restored to the highest ranking Official in this proud nation. The Members of the Southern Alliance hereby nominate Mirwais Ahmadzai to assume the role of Supreme Chancellor, as he is the strongest, brightest, and most able member of our Government.”

The NDP almost immediately, appealed to the Assembly of Experts asking them to assume the Supreme Chancellor’s power until they can find a fitting successor. They also nominated President Zurab Nadarejshvili for the position.

The Assembly of Experts convened in an emergency session to appoint a new Supreme Chancellor, citing that it needs to be done immediately in order for Government to function. After a short debate, the Assembly agreed to appoint Mirwais Ahmadzai as Interim Supreme Chancellor until such a time comes that a new Supreme Chancellor can be selected.

Commissariate for Foreign Affairs

We send our most sincere condolences to the People of Jurzan and the family and friends of Faraj Khayrat. Jurzan has lost a great man in his employ, someone who symbolized like no other the spirit of the revolution.
The unfounded accusations of the Talemantine Empire are impious and insulting. Just hours after his death, the Talemantine government has chosen to spit on the grave of a man who has done much to liberate the Jurzani people. The Workers' Republic can only condemn this in the strongest terms.

পররাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রক
Ministry of External Affairs

The death of Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat is tragic loss for the Jurzani people and all those who struggle for freedom. The People's Republic wishes to offer its deepest sympathies to friends and family and condemns malicious speculation about the circumstances of his passing.

His Majesty the Grand Duke Eldizio I would like me to extend the duchy's most heart-felt condolences to Jurzan's government and her people for the sudden and deeply saddening loss of Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat. We hope that Mirwais Ahmadzai will serve his people well and that the government may continue to function as required in the months to come.

Franco Frattini
Foreign Minister

The Great Debate

Today, autopsy reports came back showing that Supreme Chancellor Faraj Khayrat that “…conclusively states that under no circumstances had Supreme Chancellor Khayrat died by any means of foul play.” The report was read before the General Assembly which is still bogged down in the debates over a replacement for Khayrat.

As we know, the Southern Alliance immediately nominated party leader Mirwais Ahmadzai as Supreme Chancellor. The Assembly of Experts (body created for choosing a Supreme Chancellor) named Ahmadzai the Interim Supreme Chancellor “until such a time a Supreme Chancellor is named and can fill the position.”

The Jurzani Constitution grants the power to name a Supreme Chancellor to the Assembly of Experts. However, it also states that the General Assembly can nominate people for the position and this is what is currently going on. The JUP and NDP both agree that Mirwais Ahmadzai is dangerous to Jurzan and do not want him to fill the position. For now, the two major parties in Jurzan have agreed to put aside their differences and put their backing behind a candidate for Supreme Chancellor. Mirwais Ahmadzai has gained the support of the Southern Alliance, Conservative Party, and the Jurzani Brotherhood. The National Socialist Alliance has abstained from giving any support to anyone.

The NDP approached the JUP about President Zurab Nadarejshvili being nominated for Supreme Chancellor. The JUP immediately rejected the proposal claiming that “It isn’t for the good of the nation that Nadarejshvili take control, it’s for the good of the NDP. They worry that if they don’t gain a NDP member to the Supreme Chancellor Position, they’ll lose their hegemony on Government. For the sake of democracy, we will not allow Nadarejshvili to become Supreme Chancellor.”

Nadarejshvili, a known political opponent of Mirwais Ahmadzai, has suggested that JUP Leader Sanjay Rangeela take the reign. The reasons for this are the possibility of a political alliance between the two parties and Rangeela is a reasonable man who is easy to work with. Ahmadzai replied to the suggestion with comments on how “Rangeela has no military experience and how it would inappropriate and stupid to name him Supreme Chancellor, who is leader of the Jurzani Armed Forces.”

The General Assembly is searching for a nominee; however, it doesn’t really matter if the Assembly of Experts doesn’t support the nominee. In the end, their choice will become Supreme Chancellor.

Der Volksrepublik Hoffland

We are delighted to see the people of Jurzan continue on, despite tragedies happening within and around their borders. Jurzan is a wonderful example to the rest of Himyar as to how a nation should conduct itself. We also condemn The Talemantine Empire for its unreasonable, and extremely rude, accusations towards the Jurzani people. No wonder war continues to rear its ugly head in Himyar.

Sincerely,
Chancellor Mary Silesa

New Supreme Chancellor named!

Today, President Zurab Nadarejshvili came to declare that the National Democratic Party and Jurzani Union Party have come to an agreement on a nomination for the position of Supreme Chancellor. Nadarejshvili’s speech consisted of highlighting the intense battle for political gain during the negotiations, “the compromise made here today will forever be remembered as proof that this General Assembly, no matter how politically divided, will always serve the best interests of the Jurzani People.”

The compromise choice is Riaz Hasan Karimi. The fifty-two year old Adrari is not well known to the masses, but he’s well known to politicians. Karimi served in the Jurzani War of Independence as well as the Jurzani-Talemantine War. He was helpful in fending off Jurzan’s enemies and defeating the unjustified invasion and rape of Jurzani culture and dignity done by Talemantros. Although not serving directly in combat, he was instrumental in determining the defense strategy.

After the war, Karimi was elected to the National Assembly, where he eventually resigned to take up the position of the Director of the Northern Development Committee. The NDC is tasked with the economic development of the North of Jurzan which includes, but is not limited to, road and railway construction, sewer and plumbing systems, reconstruction of destroyed homes, and overall direction and incorporation of Northern Industry. Under his authority, the economy of Northern Jurzan boomed.

His proudest project, in his words, was the Sharjah Strip. It took a significant amount of time to gather the necessary funds for the Strip, but now it has pushed Sharjah to the second most economically powerful city, falling closely behind Abasha. The money from the Strip goes to funding the nation’s hospitals and other infrastructure.

His nomination was submitted to the Assembly of Experts, who within four hours, was approved. The Assembly of Experts told the public that Director Karimi will be sworn in as Supreme Chancellor tomorrow, December 28, 2011.

Riaz Hasan Karimi had this to say:

“Never would I have guessed our hero, Faraj Khayrat, would pass so suddenly and abruptly. Even more so, it surprises me that I was to be summoned by the Assembly of Experts where they told me I was to take over as Supreme Chancellor in twenty-four hours.

The faith that the Jurzani Government has instilled into me is not misguided. I will step up to this task and I will ensure that every Jurzani man, woman, and child can sleep in their beds without worry. I will complete the task of building this country and create a nation where we all prosper, where we all agree to a people united under one flag.

I will expand the services this government has started. I will finish the modernization project. Most of all, I will address the issue of Talemantros’ new military exploits and resurrected confidence. We cannot just yet pass the nation off as not being a threat.

Overall, this nation will see new leadership, a new man, and a new future. Let us pray together that we as a people can guide this nation to utopia.”


Riaz Hasan Karimi, the Second Supreme Chancellor of the Second Jurzani Republic.

Commissariate for Foreign Affairs

We congratulate Mr. Riaz Hasan Karimi to his election and are assured by this wise choice, that the Jurzani people shall continue to live in freedom and security.

We also congratulate Mr. Karimi for his election, and are confident that the Jurzani people will enjoy a steady rule under his firm hand, and benefit greatly from the prosperity and stability that a wise politician and a savvy businessman like himself can bring.

Foreign Ministry of the People's Republic

Karimi: “Together, we shall form an oil superpower.”

It is a well-known fact that oil has sped up the economic reconstruction and financial security of the Jurzani Republic. The nation has the fourth largest oil reserves in all of Europe; however, it produces the eighth largest amount of oil daily.

Today, Supreme Chancellor Karimi has ordered the National Oil Company to be given an extra 20 Billion Marks in order to increase its oil production from 4.1 million barrels to an astonishing 8 million barrels a day. The increase would propel the Jurzan to creating the third largest amount of oil daily in Europe, a position “much more fitting” as Karimi called it.

The National Oil Company, by far the spearhead of Jurzani economic development, said that it is not at all impossible for the task to be done. Representatives from the company said that the 20 billion mark budget for expansion of infrastructure is all they need to meet the new quota as quickly as possible. The company also announced that they would need a large array of new workers, thus lowering the still high unemployment rate.

Karimi, in his speech, declared that the Jurzan should be an “oil superpower” and not be passed off by others nations as an economy of minor importance.

General Assembly issues in the “Board of Infrastructure”

Today, the General Assembly has passed a new legislation that will form the Board of Infrastructure, or BoI. The BoI will be an independent government agency that will work closely with the Development Committees to better coordinate and expand Jurzani infrastructure.

The job of the BoI is to repair, maintain, and construct Jurzani infrastructure. The National Railway System, which was a joint effort by Carentania and Jurzan, is now complete and the BoI is going to begin the process of expanding the railways to smaller villages and towns, but more importantly, to economic infrastructure. Namely, the National Oil Company needs a way to transport vast amounts of supplies over national distances and the best way to do so is by rail, so the BoI is complying.

As for construction of other utilities, the National Government isn’t so overbearing. The BoI must communicate with the various Development Committees across the nation to find out what needs to be built and how to build it. The BoI is going to build schools, hospitals, homes, water treatment plants, power plants, and other things of the sort. The BoI has been given a budget of 54 Billion Marks, which is the largest out of any of the reconstruction agencies.

Karimi, as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, calls for a huge military build-up.

Faraj Khayrat was always a military man, but the buildup that Karimi is asking for would make Khayrat look like a pacifist. The Jurzani Military has largely been ignored as the economy has taken the attention of the General Assembly. Supreme Chancellor Karimi stated “it’s irresponsible for the Republic to be economically capable, but not militarily capable.”

In an interview, Karimi was asked to explain his military expansion plan in detail, here is his full reply.

“For too long we’ve been reliant on the RDT’s military power for our own protection. It is irresponsible of us and wrong. The war between Talemantros and Altai is showing us once again that Talemantros is by far more militarily capable than ourselves. Although I find it preposterous that any type of military conflict will ever erupt between the two of us, we need to be prepared for any possible situation and that means the arming and maintenance of a large and powerful armed force.

I am calling for an increased budget from the 3 Billion Marks it is now to a 35 Billion marks. On top of that, I want to bring the nation’s total active military up to 530,000. With the training we’ve received from Carentania, we will be training these troops with greater ease. We will also purchase modern and better weaponry for all branches of our military from RDT nations. In this world of bellicose actions, we must be prepared. Everything we do is for the defense of our people.”

The Military even got a new official name, it’s now, officially called “the Grand Army of the Republic.”

Tonight we bring you live to the Capitol Building, seat of the Government of the Jurzan. All 770 members of the General Assembly have assembled. The fully assembled Shura Council is here as well the various ministries and the Constitutional Court is present. On this day, Supreme Chancellor Riaz H. Karimi wanted to address the entire Jurzani Government on the planned direction of the country in the year of 2012.

“Good Afternoon Mr. President, Representatives, Councilors, Ministers, and Honors. Today is January 2, 2012. For almost two years our young Republic has organized and moved out of the disgusting heap pile that Akhaltsikhe has banished us to. Meritocracy and rule of the elite has ended and is replaced by rule of the people and a strong belief in Adrari Socialism. Politically we are divided into different political parties each with different visions, but we all still maintain that our country will stand in the face of adversity, we won’t back down from the whims of others and we will become something better.

In the time of our Republic, we have rebuilt our nation’s infrastructure. Oil production is in the process of doubling pre-war levels, homelessness is at an all-time low, money is flowing at a faster rate than the height of Akhaltsikhe’s Economy. Most of all, more than any other accomplishment we have come to achieve, the people of our young Republic can sleep at night knowing they’ll wake up the next morning in a peaceful, democratic nation. We are all citizens of this country we now, we are all brothers and sisters. We all share as many similarities as we do differences. Race, gender, even sexual orientations are no longer important. All that matters is that the Jurzani Republic stands stronger for future generations to enjoy.

That is what this New Year means for us. 2012 will be the year of Jurzan. Today, the era of reconstruction ends and the era of growth begin. We won’t grow because of the strength of our sword; we will go with the strength of our voice and compassion. Today, we will reemerge from the pains of war as a nation itching to take its place in the sun.

I called a meeting of Government because it is important for all of us to realize our positions. We are not here for legacy or personal gain, we are here because the people of our great nation have entrusted us with the responsibility of ensuring the safety we all want. Despite all political differences, despite personal feelings, we must know that in the end, the Jurzan must grow stronger, our people must grow better. I am asking all of you to work towards that goal. I am asking for all of you to help make 2012 not just a year in our history books but a time when our young nation became something better. A time of great change is upon us, with all of us here at the reigns. I am asking all of us, not only as Supreme Chancellor, but as a fellow Jurzani, let us take the country we currently have make us proud to hand it down to our successors, make our successors proud of what we’ve made. Together, we can do that. I believe in this country.

To the people of our country, rest assured that I am not Faraj Khayrat and I will not try to be like him. I guarantee you that through my daily deeds I shall always keep in mind the hearts of Jurzan’s people. I will make sure that everything we do benefits this country. I guarantee you all now, as your Supreme Chancellor, a new era is upon us. Let us step into this new time together as a people untied under a common flag. Thank you, and good night.”

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The Cœurlois government applauds the socioeconomic development taken place in Jurzan. We wish the best for the country, and are ready and willing to aid in further development of its economy.


SIGNED


Philippe Coidavid
First Minister of State

Ministry of External Affairs

The People's Republic of Vangala is always ready and willing to help our friends in the Jurzan to rebuild their country as a prosperous and secure place. Any requests for further assistance will be warmly welcomed.

Karimi refuses to disarm Jurzani Oil Rigs

Although the vast majority of Jurzan’s oil does not come from offshore drilling, there are still a number of drilling sites. At the end of the Jurzani-Talemantine War, Supreme Chancellor Khayrat made a controversial order that military forces be deployed on the oil rigs in order to protect them from threat of foreign attacks or domestic terrorism. President Zurab Nadarejshvili as well as other nations expressed that the move is unnecessary and militarizes an area that shouldn’t be.

Supreme Chancellor Karimi announced before a press conference:

“Jurzani offshore oil rigs are the property of the National Oil Company, which makes them property of the Jurzani Federal Government. As Commander-in-Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, I have decided to maintain the military force located on offshore drilling sites in the name of economic security.”

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The current military deployments on the rigs are classified and we cannot with much accuracy comment on what force is present. We do know that Republican Naval Ships are seen frequently seen making trips to the rigs and back to shore as well helicopters flying back and forth.

NDP officially forms the Adrari Socialist Party of Jurzan

The elections which swore in the 2nd General Assembly of the People saw the NDP collapse into the current political parties fighting for power over the General Assembly. Those who remained loyal to the NDP now fight to gain the party’s identity. That fight ended tonight with a deal stroke by the Party’s leaders to officially abandon the National Democratic Party and reemerge as the Adrari Socialist Party of Jurzan.

Adrari Socialism was declared by Faraj Khayrat will the famous line “The sacrifice of individual gain for the benefit of the entire community, the belief that we’re all brothers and sisters in this together is the basis of Adrari Socialism.” Adrari Socialism is the product of years of Adrari discontent for the Georgian government of Akhaltsikhe. Its basis is on the eight tenants: Hospitality, Asylum, Justice, Bravery, Loyalty, Righteousness, Honor, and protection of women. The Adrari make up the majority of the Jurzani population, so naturally they assumed leadership of the country and organized the National Democratic Party to rebuild Jurzan, now the leaders of the old party have abandoned the NDP to officially classify themselves as Adrari Socialists.

The declaration received much appaulse from the NDP members, who quickly converted to the new ASP. The ASP even managed to capture representatives from other parties, namely the JUP, although the gain wasn’t significant enough to truly make a difference. Supreme Chancellor Karimi, who originally refused to name a party affiliation, has officially signed with the ASP.

The ASP has retained the majority of the General Assembly and so Zurab Nadarejshvili will remain President. The President announced that the General Assembly will begin voting on women’s’ rights legislation, which could prove to be an intense battle in the legislature.

This move has caused even greater unity between the Southern Alliance and Conservative Parties who view the new ASP as godless. Whether or not conflict will arise between the two is yet to be seen.

In other news…

:!: Jurzan and Carentania are preparing for a meeting to discuss the new relationship between the two countries.
:!: Jurzan prepares to receive Vangalan diplomat.

THE Covenant values communication and understanding above all, and would instinctively seek to promote these values in the Jurzan of tomorrow, as it does in the Jurzan of today. We are greatly impressed with the critical view many Jurzani have of their communal conditions, and hope to apply a diplomatic condition of community with Jurzan and other Himyari Nations in the future.

Forward Cantigny!
Benjamin Stokes,
Chief Officer