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== Infrastructure ==

=== Transportation ===

[[File:2021-10-11 14 09 58 View east along Interstate H-1 (Lunalilo Freeway) from the overpass for Ward Avenue in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Lotoa State Route 1 in southern Anamua.]]

The state has a growing network of controlled-access highways, limited-access roads, and regular highways that connect all parts of the main island, as well as Mātau and Laititi. With the bulk of the state highways and railway systems in and around the state capital, the state’s Department of Transportation (LTDOT) oversees the planning, construction, maintenance, and regulation of these transportation systems, which also include aviation and public transit. Despite the rapidly growing population, Lotoa's transportation networks have managed to keep traffic congestion to a minimum. The state's lack of overall traffic congestion, particularly in areas outside of the Laaula metropolitan area, is noteworthy, given its high population and density.

Lotoa is served by Laaula International Airport (LLA), the state’s primary aviation hub and its sole gateway for international flights. Situated strategically to connect the remote archipelago with global destinations, LLA plays a major role in facilitating both domestic and international travel for Lotoans. Despite its geographical isolation from the mainland, LLA has become essential to connectivity for residents and businesses alike, supporting the state's economic activities and cultural exchange.

[[File:Changi Airport 13-11-2023(125).jpg|thumb|left|200px|[[Laaula International Airport]]]]

Similar to other island nations, Lotoa’s reliance on air travel has emphasized the critical importance of LLA in maintaining vital links with the outside world, especially with the state's growing economy. The airport’s infrastructure has been developed to meet international standards, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes and handling various categories of air traffic efficiently. Renovations of the airport have seen passenger terminals be equipped with modern amenities to enhance traveler comfort and convenience, while cargo facilities also received upgrades to better facilitate the movement of goods and exports integral to the state’s economy.

[[File:SLR_002,_George_Street,_2022_(02).jpg|thumb|right|200px|Anamua Light Rail on street level near downtown Laaula.]]

The transportation network of Lotoa underwent significant improvements after a historically slow development phase during its territorial years. Initially characterized by a decentralized system reliant on ferries between islands and aging highways linking the main cities, the state has since embarked on multiple concurrent infrastructure projects across its three counties. Prior to 2030, urban centers like Laaula lacked comprehensive public transit options beyond the ferry system.

In 2026, Congress launched ProjectLotoa, a landmark initiative aimed at bolstering territorial funding to enhance transit infrastructure and improve connectivity between the large cities and their surrounding areas. By 2031, Laaula inaugurated its metrorail system comprising four subway lines, a light rail network consisting of three lines, and a revamped bus network servicing the district and neighboring communities. In parallel, Anamua County expanded its bus routes across the island and extended the metrorail network to Aeneanawa and Amu Piniki, with future plans for further expansion northward to Sortela. Mātau County’s metro projects have been rapidly nearing completion, with the anticipated inauguration of its metrorail system scheduled for 2037. Additionally, expansions of its highway network are slated to conclude by the following year. The state’s success in completing projects on time and within budget is often credited to its collaboration with professionals from other states and abroad, allowing it to leverage diverse expertise and best practices.

=== Telecommunications ===

~~[[File:Celluar Antenna with tower for 5G.jpg|thumb|right|200px|5G antenna in east-central Laaula.]]~~

Telecommunications infrastructure in Lotoa aligns closely with global standards, with the state serving as a pioneering site for [[Axiom S.A.|Axiom]]'s {{wp|5G}} {{wp|Ultra-wideband|UWB}} interconnectivity trials. Particularly in southern Anamua, around Amu Piniki and Laaula, Lotoa boasts some of the world’s highest cellular data speeds. Axiom’s extensive deployment of fiber optic cables and internet services has significantly bolstered connectivity in these urban centers as well. Despite these advancements, though, there remains a consensus among telecom providers for enhanced integration efforts across the state, prompting ongoing initiatives to expand and optimize network coverage.

Telecommunications in Lotoa ~~have been pretty much on par~~ with ~~most other territories~~, with ~~Lotoa actually~~ serving as [[Axiom S.A.|Axiom]]'s ~~testing ground for~~ {{wp|5G}} {{wp|Ultra-wideband|UWB}} interconnectivity. ~~Southern portions of~~ Anamua, ~~especially those~~ around Amu Piniki and Laaula, ~~tend to have~~ some of the highest cellular data speeds ~~on the planet~~. ~~However still, many telecom companies have stated they would like to see more integration. Axiom in particular has signed onto ProjectLotoa and has stated that it would bring the city under its~~ fiber optic ~~cable~~ and internet services.

~~=== Transportation ===~~

~~[[File:(1)Sydney Light Rail.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Laaula Light Rail construction~~ in ~~downtown~~.]]

~~The transportation network of Lotoa is slowly improving~~, ~~but has been mostly defined by~~ a ~~loosely organized system of ferries between islands and old highways between cities. There is not much of a system in place~~ for ~~those living in cities like Laaula, which doesn't have an form of public transit other than the ferry system. Recently, with~~ the ~~ProjectLotoa~~, ~~Congress has allocated enough funding to the territory~~ to ~~vastly increase its transit measures~~ and ~~further integrate the city while its population remains relatively low. Chiefly, Laaula is set to complete a metrorail system and new bus~~ network ~~throughout its district, while Anamua County will extend a bus network around the island~~.

~~=== Energy ===~~

~~=== Water ===~~

== Culture ==

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 == Infrastructure ==
+=== Transportation ===
+[[File:2021-10-11 14 09 58 View east along Interstate H-1 (Lunalilo Freeway) from the overpass for Ward Avenue in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Lotoa State Route 1 in southern Anamua.]]
+The state has a growing network of controlled-access highways, limited-access roads, and regular highways that connect all parts of the main island, as well as Mātau and Laititi. With the bulk of the state highways and railway systems in and around the state capital, the state’s Department of Transportation (LTDOT) oversees the planning, construction, maintenance, and regulation of these transportation systems, which also include aviation and public transit. Despite the rapidly growing population, Lotoa's transportation networks have managed to keep traffic congestion to a minimum. The state's lack of overall traffic congestion, particularly in areas outside of the Laaula metropolitan area, is noteworthy, given its high population and density.
+Lotoa is served by Laaula International Airport (LLA), the state’s primary aviation hub and its sole gateway for international flights. Situated strategically to connect the remote archipelago with global destinations, LLA plays a major role in facilitating both domestic and international travel for Lotoans. Despite its geographical isolation from the mainland, LLA has become essential to connectivity for residents and businesses alike, supporting the state's economic activities and cultural exchange.
+[[File:Changi Airport 13-11-2023(125).jpg|thumb|left|200px|[[Laaula International Airport]]]]
+Similar to other island nations, Lotoa’s reliance on air travel has emphasized the critical importance of LLA in maintaining vital links with the outside world, especially with the state's growing economy. The airport’s infrastructure has been developed to meet international standards, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes and handling various categories of air traffic efficiently. Renovations of the airport have seen passenger terminals be equipped with modern amenities to enhance traveler comfort and convenience, while cargo facilities also received upgrades to better facilitate the movement of goods and exports integral to the state’s economy.
+[[File:SLR_002,_George_Street,_2022_(02).jpg|thumb|right|200px|Anamua Light Rail on street level near downtown Laaula.]]
+The transportation network of Lotoa underwent significant improvements after a historically slow development phase during its territorial years. Initially characterized by a decentralized system reliant on ferries between islands and aging highways linking the main cities, the state has since embarked on multiple concurrent infrastructure projects across its three counties. Prior to 2030, urban centers like Laaula lacked comprehensive public transit options beyond the ferry system.
+In 2026, Congress launched ProjectLotoa, a landmark initiative aimed at bolstering territorial funding to enhance transit infrastructure and improve connectivity between the large cities and their surrounding areas. By 2031, Laaula inaugurated its metrorail system comprising four subway lines, a light rail network consisting of three lines, and a revamped bus network servicing the district and neighboring communities. In parallel, Anamua County expanded its bus routes across the island and extended the metrorail network to Aeneanawa and Amu Piniki, with future plans for further expansion northward to Sortela. Mātau County’s metro projects have been rapidly nearing completion, with the anticipated inauguration of its metrorail system scheduled for 2037. Additionally, expansions of its highway network are slated to conclude by the following year. The state’s success in completing projects on time and within budget is often credited to its collaboration with professionals from other states and abroad, allowing it to leverage diverse expertise and best practices.
 === Telecommunications ===
-[[File:Celluar Antenna with tower for 5G.jpg|thumb|right|200px|5G antenna in east-central Laaula.]]
+Telecommunications infrastructure in Lotoa aligns closely with global standards, with the state serving as a pioneering site for [[Axiom S.A.|Axiom]]'s {{wp|5G}} {{wp|Ultra-wideband|UWB}} interconnectivity trials. Particularly in southern Anamua, around Amu Piniki and Laaula, Lotoa boasts some of the world’s highest cellular data speeds. Axiom’s extensive deployment of fiber optic cables and internet services has significantly bolstered connectivity in these urban centers as well. Despite these advancements, though, there remains a consensus among telecom providers for enhanced integration efforts across the state, prompting ongoing initiatives to expand and optimize network coverage.
-Telecommunications in Lotoa have been pretty much on par with most other territories, with Lotoa actually serving as [[Axiom S.A.|Axiom]]'s testing ground for {{wp|5G}} {{wp|Ultra-wideband|UWB}} interconnectivity. Southern portions of Anamua, especially those around Amu Piniki and Laaula, tend to have some of the highest cellular data speeds on the planet. However still, many telecom companies have stated they would like to see more integration. Axiom in particular has signed onto ProjectLotoa and has stated that it would bring the city under its fiber optic cable and internet services.
-=== Transportation ===
-[[File:(1)Sydney Light Rail.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Laaula Light Rail construction in downtown.]]
-The transportation network of Lotoa is slowly improving, but has been mostly defined by a loosely organized system of ferries between islands and old highways between cities. There is not much of a system in place for those living in cities like Laaula, which doesn't have an form of public transit other than the ferry system. Recently, with the ProjectLotoa, Congress has allocated enough funding to the territory to vastly increase its transit measures and further integrate the city while its population remains relatively low. Chiefly, Laaula is set to complete a metrorail system and new bus network throughout its district, while Anamua County will extend a bus network around the island.
-=== Energy ===
-=== Water ===
 == Culture ==

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