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Main article: [[Odurian War]] | Main article: [[Odurian War]] | ||
The '''Odurian War''' was a conflict in [[Vallos]] that led to the final partition of the Kingdom of [[Oustec]]. The war began ostensibly as an intervention into Oustec by [[Caphiria]] to protect the community of Latin-speaking cities there. The unification of [[Burgundie]] created it as a strong, [[Levantia|Levantine]] colonial power with [[Equatorial Ostiecia|extensive possessions]] bordering Oustec. Its presence sparked a period of fear and panic in Caphiria regarding [[Levantine Creep]] and the fate of the Latins in the country. The sudden invasion of eastern Oustec on 18 March [[1858]] prompted a counter-invasion of the rest of the country by Burgundie in July, fearing that Caphiria might annex the entire rump Kingdom. In August, the estranged [[Arona#Provincial%20history|Harounan Province]] declared independence from the crumbling Oustec state and sought protection from [[Urcea]], whose forces in [[New Archduchy]] were well positioned to arrive at the Harounan Province in a timely manner. The Oustec, unable to resist invasion from three sides, pulled most of their forces back to their inland capital city of Oduria. Oduria was besieged by Burgoignesc forces for much of [[1859]] before finally falling towards the end of the year. The conflict threatened to escalate into a general conflict involving the three Occidental powers before [[Kiravia]] brokered a peace. | The '''Odurian War''' was a conflict in [[Vallos]] that led to the final partition of the Kingdom of [[Oustec]]. The war began ostensibly as an intervention into Oustec by [[Caphiria]] to protect the community of Latin-speaking cities there. The unification of [[Burgundie]] created it as a strong, [[Levantia|Levantine]] colonial power with [[Equatorial Ostiecia|extensive possessions]] bordering Oustec. Its presence sparked a period of fear and panic in Caphiria regarding [[Levantine Creep]] and the fate of the Latins in the country. The sudden invasion of eastern Oustec on 18 March [[1858]] prompted a counter-invasion of the rest of the country by Burgundie in July, fearing that Caphiria might annex the entire rump Kingdom. In August, the estranged [[Arona#Provincial%20history|Harounan Province]] declared independence from the crumbling Oustec state and sought protection from [[Urcea]], whose forces in [[New Archduchy]] were well positioned to arrive at the Harounan Province in a timely manner. The Oustec, unable to resist invasion from three sides, pulled most of their forces back to their inland capital city of Oduria. Oduria was besieged by Burgoignesc forces for much of [[1859]] before finally falling towards the end of the year. The conflict threatened to escalate into a general conflict involving the three Occidental powers before [[Kiravia]] brokered a peace. | ||
====First Fratricide==== | |||
{{Further|First Fratricide|New Burgundie Secession War}} | |||
[[First Fratricide]] [[New Burgundie Secession War]] | |||
===Contemporary period=== | ===Contemporary period=== | ||
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{{Further|Government of Burgundie}} | {{Further|Government of Burgundie}} | ||
{{Equatorial Ostiecia}} | {{Equatorial Ostiecia}} | ||
Equatorial Ostiecia is a constituent country of [[Burgundie]] with its own assembly, prime minister, budget, and laws. [[Burgundie]]'s national governmental influence is limited to subsidies, education, and security, however, its financial and cultural institutes cast a long shadow across Faramount. | |||
Equitorioise are Burgoigniacs/Burgoignix with complete civil and economic rights, and citizenship (political rights) under the same federal service criteria as all residents of [[Burgundie]]. [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]] is the official language. | |||
===Administrative divisions and local governance=== | ===Administrative divisions and local governance=== | ||
{{Further|Government_of_Burgundie#Country_Government|Government_of_Burgundie#Provinces|Government_of_Burgundie#County_Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}} | {{Further|Government_of_Burgundie#Country_Government|Government_of_Burgundie#Provinces|Government_of_Burgundie#County_Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}} | ||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
{{Further|Economy of Burgundie}} | {{Further|Economy of Burgundie}} | ||
=== | ===Standard of living and employment=== | ||
Because Equatorial Ostiecia's economy is a high-low mix of sectors from finance to dockwork, opportunities abound for Ostiecians at all skill and education levels. | |||
[[Burgundie]]'s high emphasis on [[Culture_in_Burgundie#Education|education]] translates to a particularly educated and skilled workforce, leading to lower unemployment compared to less developed countries. The islands' economic diversity cushions against overreliance on any single industry, which has demonstrably made the island more resilient during downturns. Since [[Burgundie]] strives for [[Total Economic Engagement]] and espouses equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or background, Equatorial Ostiecia benefits from improved access to education and training, impacting employment prospects across various fields. | |||
Additionally, Equatorial Ostiecia's cultural foundation of {{wp|Reformed_Christianity#Social_and_economic_influences|Calvinist religio-societal doctrine}}, emphasizing the moral imperative of labor, frugality, and communal responsibility, has created a unique Ostiecian socio-economic macrocosm within the [[Burgoignesc thalattocracy]]. This is evidenced by a generally high standard of living, characterized by access to quality education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The deeply ingrained {{wp|Protestant work ethic}}, valuing industriousness and diligence, has cultivated a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, this paired with the adoption of a credit-based economy (vs. the {{wp|usry}} constrained economies of the [[Holy Levantine Empire]]), and a willingess to accept risk, contributed to sustained economic growth throughout Equatorial Ostiecia's history. {{wp|Clavinism}}s emphasis on communal well-being and a just distribution of wealth has resulted in lower-than-average income inequality in the country, which has led to a history of robust social welfare programs and a progressive tax system, ensuring a safety net for the less fortunate. The commitment to full employment, seen as a moral duty, has led to comprehensive vocational training and job placement programs, keeping unemployment rates consistently low, around 2.2% for the last decade. In sum, Equatorial Ostiecia offers a compelling example of how deeply held religious values can shape a nation's socio-economic fabric, fostering prosperity, equity, and social cohesion. | |||
===Agriculture=== | ===Agriculture=== | ||