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''Bulkh'', officially the Representative Republic of Bulkh, is a minor power sovereign country on the southwestern coast of the [[Daria]] region in [[Audonia]]. It is bound by the [[Sea of Kandahar]] | ''Bulkh'', officially the Representative Republic of Bulkh, is a minor power sovereign country on the southwestern coast of the [[Daria]] region in [[Audonia]]. It is bound by the [[Sea of Kandahar]] and [[Battganuur]] to the north, the [[Nassarine Bay]] and the [[Bulhkawan Bay]] to the west, the [[Bay of Oduniyye]] to the south, and [[Pursat]] to the southeast. It came to its modern iteration after the [[History_of_Burgundie#Emirati_War|Emirati War]], in [[1897]] both geographically and politically. It is a {{wp|constitutional republic}} with {{wpl|Consociationalism|consociational}} representation, shared between the Arab Muslim population, Bedouin nomads, and the polity of Christians. While suffrage is universal and by secret ballot, it is still common for voters to generally follow their tribal leaders lead on issues. Bulkh is a member of the [[League of Nations]], and the {{wpl|International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement}}. | ||
Its primary exports are crude oil, {{wpl|Construction aggregate}}, fish, and {{wpl|Cork (material)|cork}}. It maintains a capitalist economy but with certain controls and subsidies around critical industries like food, water, energy, healthcare, and transportation, which are typically managed as a public-private ventures. | Its primary exports are crude oil, {{wpl|Construction aggregate}}, fish, and {{wpl|Cork (material)|cork}}. It maintains a capitalist economy but with certain controls and subsidies around critical industries like food, water, energy, healthcare, and transportation, which are typically managed as a public-private ventures. | ||
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Many scholars have criticized its governance, economy, and politics, arguing that it is merely a client of [[Burgundie]]. | Many scholars have criticized its governance, economy, and politics, arguing that it is merely a client of [[Burgundie]]. | ||
==Demographics== | |||
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File:Bulkhawani_person_01.png|Bulkhawani business man | |||
File:Bulkhawani_person_02.png|Modern urbanite woman | |||
File:Bulkhawani_person_03.png|Bedouin woman in traditional wear | |||
File:Bulkhawani_person_04.png|Nadji woman in traditional wear | |||
File:Children living next to Daurra Oil Refinery in Iraq.jpg|Bulkhawani children | |||
File:001126-AlMutanabbi-Baghdad-IMG 8201-2.jpg|Bulkhawani man playing an oud in the street | |||
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With 65% of its 1.5 million residents concentrated in coastal cities. The largest ethnic group, comprising 68%, are {{wp|Arab}} {{wp|Muslim}}s, further divided into subgroups like the politically powerful Umardi and the commercially engaged Najdi. Christians make up 20%, concentrated in the south and cities, while Bedouin groups account for the remaining 12%. {{wp|Modern Standard Arabic|Standard Arabic}} and [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]] reign as official languages, while regional dialects and religious tongues are recognized within the states in which they occur. {{wp|Islam}}, primarily {{Wp|Sunni}}, dominates religious practice, though {{wp|Christianity}} maintains a strong presence. Society maintains a loose class system with a growing urban middle class, while Bedouin communities hold onto tight-knit tribal affiliations. Traditional gender roles persist, but progress towards women's empowerment is evident in recent years. Ethnic and religious tensions, social inequality, Bedouin integration challenges, and rapid urbanization's growing pains pose ongoing hurdles for Bulkh's diverse populace. | |||
===Religious demographics=== | |||
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Faith plays a central role in shaping Bulkh's social fabric. 68% of the population identifies as {{wp|Muslim}}, primarily {{wp|Sunni}}. However, nuanced interpretations and cultural practices create a diverse religious landscape. Christianity finds fertile ground with 20% adherence, with [[Mercantile Reform Protestant]]ism and [[Catholicism]] forming the main denominations. Vestiges of the colonial past remain, with communities practicing Christian liturgical languages, like Latin. | |||
===Linguistic demographics=== | |||
{{wp|Modern Standard Arabic|Standard Arabic}} serves as the official language, unifying discourse in government, education, and media. Regional dialects like Najdi Arabic and Umardi Arabic resonate within their respective communities, while Bedouin groups preserve their unique heritage through diverse Arabic dialects. [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]], a reminder of the [[Burgoignesc colonial empire|colonial era]], remains present in pockets, primarily used in business and higher education. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
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Following the collapse of the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]] the various Bedouin tribes retired back into their nomadic lifestyles. The area remained untouched until the arrival of the Kiravian and NATION colonial efforts in the 15somethings. | Following the collapse of the [[Oduniyyad Caliphate|Caliphate]] the various Bedouin tribes retired back into their nomadic lifestyles. The area remained untouched until the arrival of the Kiravian and NATION colonial efforts in the 15somethings. | ||
==== | ==== Istroya Oriental colony ==== | ||
{{Further|Istroya Oriental colony}} | |||
{{Further|Burgoignesc colonial empire}} | |||
[[File:Bergendii_colonies_in_western_Daria.png|right|250px|Istroya Oriental colony in blue.]] | |||
[[File:KPCCity.jpeg|right|250px]] | [[File:KPCCity.jpeg|right|250px]] | ||
The area being arid was of little use to colonists. They moved on and found other more temperate sites for settlements in the late 1570s. From [[1578]]-[[1614]] there was no recorded colonial activity in the area. However in [[1615]] a [[ | The area being arid was of little use to colonists. They moved on and found other more temperate sites for settlements in the late 1570s. From [[1578]]-[[1614]] there was no recorded colonial activity in the area. However, in [[1615]] a [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Martillien North Levantine Trading Company (MNLC)]] surveyor mapped the salt flats of the Chott al-Rezid and the company made a mad dash to secure the area. | ||
===== Company rule ===== | ===== Company rule ===== | ||
Main article: [[ | Main article: [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Martillien North Levantine Trading Company (MNLC)]] | ||
Due to their nomadic lifestyle and their disinterest in engaging the [[occidental]]s, the [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Martillien North Levantine Trading Company (MNLC)]] largely left the Bedouins of the Bulkawan Peninsula alone and built their colonies around them. By the 1630s timber from Majanub was being brought to build a sprawling complex of fortified towns and salt mining operations. Businesses to support the efforts became very lucrative and wainwrights, shipwrights, and engineers flocked to the area. Beyond the Chott al-Rezid the [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Company]] build operations at the Chott al-Mouza and the Ben Ghilli Salt Flats. These operations brought millions into the [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Company]]’s coffers and is one of the primary financial activities that allowed for unfettered expansion in [[Audonia]]. The salt mines brought tens of thousands of colonists from [[Burgundie]], the Levantine Protestant communities on [[Torlen]] and [[Medimeria]], as well as from other parts of [[Audonia]]. The port cities of Avelie and Sant Marten both surpassed 20,000 residents in the 1690s making them bigger than [[Vilauristre]] and [[Port Diteaux]]. The back-breaking work and the blistering heat made for a seedy type coming to seek work in the colonial province of Bulkawa. This led to rapid development of the vice sectors like prostitution and drinking halls. It also required the establishment of a vast drinking liquid network. This drove the development of the tea plantations in Vitale, [[Pukhgundi]], and other parts of [[Audonia]]. | |||
In the Presidency Act of 1771, the Presidency of Bulkhawan was announced, covering much of the eastern [[Istroya Oriental colony]] but ceded some of the desert interior to the nomads as they were pushed out and forced to renounce their nomadic traditions. This led to intense bad blood between the colonial state and the locals. Colonial [[Battganuur]]i knights were brought into to escort the Bedouins from their villages, but clashes erupted in a number of areas leading to the massacre of the tribal peoples. In the 840 recorded Bedouin encampments in the area with an estimated population of 969,000 people, only 694 encampments and 539,000 people were successfully relocated. The remainder were assumed killed or dispersed into the vast desert waste. The brutal effectiveness of this dispossession of tribal homelands become a model for colonial powers post-independence powers for centuries afterwards. These “Trails of Trauma” paved the way for a huge boom in colonial growth and land redistribution. Vast areas formally reserved for the Bedouin were settled and huge irrigation projects were started to reclaim parts of the desert that were adjacent to littoral areas. There was even an ambitious plan to dredge a channel to the salt-stripped Chott al-Mouza in [[1793]] that was never realized. | |||
Following the start of the [[Kandara|Great Slavers Bay Rebellion]], a similar call to arms led the Bedouins to unite under Ali Malik, becoming known as Malikites, a proto-communist who wanted to rid the Bulkawan Peninsula of colonial influence and establish a collective paradise. Malik gathered a force of 20,000 Bedouin cavalry and rode south to forcibly gather support for his attempts. The following year, [[1824]], he returned with an army of 250,000. It is unclear if these reports are just of combat troops or included his train, regardless it was a sight to behold. The colonial troops balked and retreated with each engagement and the few occidental soldiers and officers did their best to forestall the inevitable. Fearing the loss of their capital and the salt mines, the [[Burgoignesc North Levantine Trading Company|Company]] hastily made treaties across [[Audonia]] and redirected its troops to Presidency of Bulkhawan. A force of 45,000 colonial troops was formed and force-marched through the desert to meet the Malikites head-on. Arriving at the western edge of the Great Kazir desert in March of [[1825]], the colonial army set about building a camp and reinforcing its supply lines. The massive, cumbersome western-styled army immediately fell prey to the sprightly and spirited, lightning-fast raids of the Malikite army. Their supply lines disrupted and their supply of food and water dwindling, they made a forced march to the southern coast. 540 men died of starvation and thirst along the way, but the remainder were met by the navy and brought back to Sant Marten. As equatorial winter set in all they decided to wait. Garrisons were established at the salt mines and some recently created farming communities were forcibly abandoned and the men impressed into a militia. January of [[1826]] saw the first attempts by the Malikites to probe the defenses of the colonial forces. The Ben Ghilli Salt Flats came under attack January 12th. A small detachment of Malikite cavalry attacked the forward watch posts and were met with cannon fire from the fortified town. A squadron of [[Battganuur]]i knights and [[Umardwal|Umardi]] Sipahis were dispatched to try to find the main Malitike force. | |||
=== Contemporary era=== | === Contemporary era=== | ||
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Bulkh is an industrialized nation with a strong manufacturing sector. It's close ties with [[Burgundie]] have led to a number of agreements with has allowed Burgoignesc companies to establish manufactories in Bulkh while paying local salaries, however all manufactories must comply to [[Burgundie|Burgoignesc]] health and safety standards. | Bulkh is an industrialized nation with a strong manufacturing sector. It's close ties with [[Burgundie]] have led to a number of agreements with has allowed Burgoignesc companies to establish manufactories in Bulkh while paying local salaries, however all manufactories must comply to [[Burgundie|Burgoignesc]] health and safety standards. | ||
====Manufacturing==== | ====Manufacturing==== | ||
=====Shipbuilding===== | |||
[[File:Bulk carrier Bulk Holland at Oil Refinery Anchorage 4, Cockburn Sound, July 2022 03.jpg|200px|right|Bulk carrier built in Bulkh.]] | |||
[[File:Nautilus_Maxi_(1976)_Seløy_undervannservice.jpg|200px|right|A Bulkh build cable-laying ship.]] | |||
Unlike [[Burgundie]]'s focus on technological marvels, Bulkh's shipbuilding industry carves its niche through affordability and practicality. Catering to companies and merchant marines from less advantaged nations, Bulkh prioritizes building reliable and cost-effective vessels like workhorse {{wp|bulk carrier}}s, efficient {{wp|tugboats}}, and specialized {{wp|cable layer}} for underwater infrastructure. Their {{wp|offshore support vessels}}, ranging from Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs) to Multi-Purpose Support Vessels (MPSVs), cater to diverse offshore activities, all constructed with adaptability and affordability in mind. | |||
This strategic focus resonates with their diverse clientele. Regional shipping companies operating within neighboring countries or the [[Daria]] region find immense value in Bulkh's cost-effective solutions tailored for regional trade routes. Similarly, emerging market players seeking to build their initial fleets for global market entry rely on Bulkh's affordability. Independent operators and even NGOs benefit from Bulkh's ships, allowing them to participate in maritime trade without breaking the bank. The industry even boasts a history of cooperation with NGOs, building affordable vessels for humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts. | |||
Bulkh's competitive edge hinges on several factors. Firstly, affordability remains paramount, achieved through access to readily available materials and labor, keeping prices lower than Western counterparts. Secondly, adaptability plays a crucial role, with shipyards readily customizing designs to specific client needs within their capabilities. Additionally, shorter lead times are a major advantage, thanks to simpler designs and streamlined processes. Finally, government support acts as a catalyst, offering subsidies and tax breaks to further incentivize shipbuilding in the country. | |||
However, challenges loom on the horizon. Modernization is crucial to remain competitive in the long run, demanding investments in cutting-edge technology. Environmental regulations also necessitate ongoing upgrades and adaptations to meet stricter standards regarding emissions and waste disposal. Furthermore, emerging competition from other developing nations entering the sector increases pressure to innovate continuously. | |||
*Shipwrights in Bulkh | |||
[[File:310000 ton tanker in Japan Marine United Corporation kure.jpg|200px|right]] | |||
*Dar Al-Bahr Shipyards: Located in the bustling port city of Aaqira, Dar Al-Bahr is a state-owned enterprise known for its large-scale bulk carriers and tankers. They boast a long history and employ thousands of skilled workers, making them a cornerstone of Bulkh's shipbuilding industry. | |||
*Emirates Marine Consortium: Situated in the heart of the industrial zone of Aaqira, this Bulkho-[[Burgundie|Burgoignesc]] consortium brings together several smaller shipyards, leveraging their combined expertise to build offshore support vessels like PSVs and MPSVs. Their collaborative approach allows them to handle complex projects and cater to diverse offshore needs. | |||
*Al-Noor Shipyard: Operating in the coastal town of Daylah, Al-Noor specializes in building cable layers and other specialized vessels for underwater infrastructure projects. Their commitment to precision and adherence to international standards makes them a preferred choice for sensitive marine operations. | |||
*Khalid Bay Shipyard: Nestled on the shores of the scenic Khalid Bay, this independent shipyard specializes in building smaller, fuel-efficient vessels like tugboats and fishing boats. Their focus on innovation and customization attracts clients seeking agile and cost-effective solutions. | |||
*Phoenix Shipyard: This family-owned shipyard, located in the historical port of Qalat, has a long tradition of building small, wooden dhows for traditional fishing and coastal transportation. Their focus on preserving this cultural heritage while incorporating sustainable practices sets them apart. | |||
=====Construction aggregate===== | |||
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Cinderblock manufacturing. | |||
====Agriculture==== | ====Agriculture==== | ||
Although Bulkh is mostly arid, the nation is a major agricultural producer and exporter, with over 325,300 employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing. Because of the climate the largest agricultural subsector is grazing (sheep, goats, and Zebu cattle) in the large semiarid zones. Across the country there is a mix of irrigation and dry-land farming. Plantation farming for crops like tea, rice, sugar, and rubber exist in the heavy rainfall coastal zones but the heavy winds from the interior desert keep much of the moisture restricted to the coast. | Although Bulkh is mostly arid, the nation is a major agricultural producer and exporter, with over 325,300 employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing. Because of the climate the largest agricultural subsector is grazing (sheep, goats, and Zebu cattle) in the large semiarid zones. Across the country there is a mix of irrigation and dry-land farming. Plantation farming for crops like tea, rice, sugar, and rubber exist in the heavy rainfall coastal zones but the heavy winds from the interior desert keep much of the moisture restricted to the coast. | ||
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Bulkh has one international airport the Malik International Airport. | Bulkh has one international airport the Malik International Airport. | ||
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Bulkh uses [[Track gauges around the world|Standard gauge]], 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) as most of its rail infrastructure has been under the auspices of [[Burgundie]] and its sphere of influence in the [[Middle seas region]], who all use that rail gauge. | |||
A single-track railway serves as the backbone of Bulkh's rail infrastructure, primarily transporting bulk goods like minerals and agricultural products from north to south. Branch lines extend to specific industrial hubs and mining regions, playing a crucial role in resource transportation. However, the limited network coverage hinders regional development, and the aging infrastructure calls for modernization to improve speed, safety, and capacity. Despite these challenges, future plans are in motion. Ongoing projects aim to modernize existing lines with sustainable materials and climate-resilient designs, while ambitious expansion plans seek to connect more cities and facilitate regional trade. Public-private partnerships as well as foreign investment, primarily from [[Burgundie]] are seen as key to securing the funding and expertise needed to transform Bulkh's rail network into a robust and inclusive force for the future. | |||
====Roads==== | |||
National highways face the constant battle against harsh desert conditions and resource limitations. Secondary gravel roads serve smaller towns and communities but succumb to seasonal flooding. These unpaved local roads provide crucial last-mile connectivity, yet navigating them, especially during rains, can be hazardous. A major contract has been signed with [[Estia-Odoneru Gypsum, Salt, and Aggregate]] and [[O%27Shea_Corporation#O'Shea_Industrial|O'Shea Industrial Services]] to extend the paved infrastructure to many villages in exchange for exclusive rights to the vast aggregate resources available in the country. | |||
=====Louage===== | =====Louage===== | ||
A '''louage''' is a minibus shared taxi in many parts of [[Daria]] that were [[Burgoignesc colonial empire|colonized]] by [[Burgundie]]. In [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]], the name means "rental." Departing only when filled with passengers not at specific times, they can be hired at stations. Louage ply set routes, and fares are set by the government. In contrast to other share taxis in [[Audonia]], louage are sparsely decorated. Louages use a color-coding system to show customers what type of transport they provide and the destination of the vehicle. Louages with red lettering travel from one state to another, blue travel from city to city within a state, and yellow serves rural locales. Fares are purchased from ticket agents who walk throughout the louage stations or stands. Typical vehicles include: the [[MILCAR#Trucks|MILCAR Jornalero]], the [[TerreRaubeuer_Motor_Car_Company|TerreRaubeuer Valliant 130]], and the [[Cross_Trucking_Company#Industrial_and_Construction|CTC M237-07]]. | A '''louage''' is a minibus shared taxi in many parts of [[Daria]] that were [[Burgoignesc colonial empire|colonized]] by [[Burgundie]]. In [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]], the name means "rental." Departing only when filled with passengers not at specific times, they can be hired at stations. Louage ply set routes, and fares are set by the government. In contrast to other share taxis in [[Audonia]], louage are sparsely decorated. Louages use a color-coding system to show customers what type of transport they provide and the destination of the vehicle. Louages with red lettering travel from one state to another, blue travel from city to city within a state, and yellow serves rural locales. Fares are purchased from ticket agents who walk throughout the louage stations or stands. Typical vehicles include: the [[MILCAR#Trucks|MILCAR Jornalero]], the [[TerreRaubeuer_Motor_Car_Company|TerreRaubeuer Valliant 130]], and the [[Cross_Trucking_Company#Industrial_and_Construction|CTC M237-07]]. | ||
====Energy and electricity==== | |||
=====Solar===== | |||
[[File:72,000 panel solar field at Nellis AFB.jpg|250px|right]] | |||
In [[2024]], Bulkh and [[Burgundie|Burgoignesc]] [[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Utilities|Gaia Energy Corporation]], completed a 4,660-acre solar park and battery project. It consists of 875 megawatts (MW) of solar and 3,320 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy storage. | |||
==Government and Politics== | ==Government and Politics== | ||
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