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|leader_name1 = [[Matías Mexes]] | |leader_name1 = [[Matías Mexes]] | ||
|leader_title2 = Prime Minister of the Federal Republic | |leader_title2 = Prime Minister of the Federal Republic | ||
|leader_name2 = [[ | |leader_name2 = [[Emilio Monzón]] | ||
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|population_census_year = | |population_census_year = 2030 | ||
|population_density_km2 = 143 | |population_density_km2 = 143 | ||
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|GDP_PPP_per_capita_rank = | |GDP_PPP_per_capita_rank = | ||
|GDP_nominal = | |GDP_nominal = {{increase}}$7,210,103,363,760 | ||
|GDP_nominal_rank = | |GDP_nominal_rank = 13th | ||
|GDP_nominal_year = | |GDP_nominal_year = 2027 | ||
|GDP_nominal_per_capita = | |GDP_nominal_per_capita = {{increase}} $32.286,35 | ||
|GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank = | |GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank = | ||
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|HDI =0.820 | |HDI =0.820 | ||
|HDI_rank = | |HDI_rank = | ||
|HDI_year = | |HDI_year =2027 | ||
|HDI_change =decrease | |HDI_change =decrease | ||
|HDI_category =Very High | |HDI_category =Very High | ||
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* 8 [[Agrila]] | * 8 [[Agrila]] | ||
* 9 [[Gramenia]] | * 9 [[Gramenia]] | ||
* 10 [[ | * 10 [[Baza]] | ||
* 11 [[Harenís]] | * 11 [[Harenís]] | ||
* 12 [[Anquila]] | * 12 [[Anquila]] | ||
* 13 [[Savria]] | * 13 [[Savria]] | ||
* 14 [[ | * 14 [[Montia]] | ||
* 15 [[Huelva]] | * 15 [[Huelva]] | ||
* 16 [[Latonia]] | * 16 [[Latonia]] | ||
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* 19 [[Oretania]] | * 19 [[Oretania]] | ||
* 20 [[Islas Jusonias]] | * 20 [[Islas Jusonias]] | ||
===== Autonomous Communities ===== | ===== Autonomous Communities ===== | ||
===== Autonomous City of Albalitor ===== | ===== Autonomous City of Albalitor ===== | ||
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[[File:Betania Costera.jpg|350px|thumb|right|Betania Costera, leader of the Libertad y Progreso Patry.]] | [[File:Betania Costera.jpg|350px|thumb|right|Betania Costera, leader of the Libertad y Progreso Patry.]] | ||
'''Major political parties:''' | '''Major political parties:''' | ||
*Movimiento Social-Obrero - MSO (" | |||
* | * Movimiento Social-Obrero - MSO ("Social-Labourist Movement"): The MSO is a left-wing party that emerged from the economic crisis of the early 21st century. Its main expansion and growth occurred during the government of Pedro Meireles, advocating for a productive revolution in Pelaxia towards a stable and mixed model of a social market economy. | ||
*Partido Socialista - PS (" | |||
*Acción Republicana Independiente - ARI (" Independent | * Partido Democrático - PD ("Democratic Party"): As the oldest active political party in the country, the PD follows a Christian democratic philosophy and is the founding party of the modern state apparatus. It currently operates as a socially centrist and economically right-wing party, and is skeptical of Caphirian integration. | ||
*Juntos Por Pelaxia - JXP (" | |||
*Partido Social-demócrata - PSD (" | * Partido Agostista - AGO ("Augustist Party"): Foundational party of the 20th-century democratic process, historically representing a third-way, big tent ideology. It promotes economic pragmatism oriented towards national sovereignty and autonomy, advocating for a market economy with active state participation as a mediator between different political-economic agents. | ||
*¡AHORA! (" | |||
*Libertad y Progreso - LYP ( | * Partido Socialista - PS ("Socialist Party"): A historically center-left party that has lost significant electoral ground to the MSO in recent decades. | ||
*Coherencia Civica - CC ("Civic Coherence") | |||
*Liga de Defensa Nacional - LDN ("National Defense League") | * Acción Republicana Independiente - ARI ("Independent Republican Action"): A centrist party, economically left-leaning and socially centrist. | ||
* Juntos Por Pelaxia - JXP ("Together For Pelaxia"): A center-right party that is anti-communist and advocates for pan-Sarpedonian interests. | |||
* Partido Social-demócrata - PSD ("Social-Democratic Party"): A center-left party re-formed in response to the growth of left-wing and far-left parties since the early 21st century. The current Prime Minister belongs to this party. Skeptical of Caphirian integration. | |||
* ¡AHORA! ("NOW!"): An ecological party whose main platform is to accelerate the country's transition to renewable energy sources. | |||
* Libertad y Progreso - LYP ("Liberty and Progress"): A far-right party with a paleo-libertarian and neo-conservative ideology. | |||
* Coherencia Civica - CC ("Civic Coherence"): A centrist party. | |||
* Liga de Defensa Nacional - LDN ("National Defense League"): An extreme right-wing party with nationalist, neo-conservative tendencies, and a "pro-Pelaxia" stance. Skeptical of both Caphirian and Sarpedonian integration. | |||
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*Partido Humanista de Pelaxia - PHP | *Partido Humanista de Pelaxia - PHP | ||
*Partido Pelaxia de la Información - PPI | *Partido Pelaxia de la Información - PPI | ||
==Law Enforcement== | ==Law Enforcement== | ||
Due to its federalist constitution, law enforcement in Pelaxia is vested mostly with the provinces, which is one of the main features of the pelaxian political system. Therefore, every provincial government administrates its local police force through their own ministry of security. Since the capital (Albalitor) has autonomous status, it also administrates its local police force. | Due to its federalist constitution, law enforcement in Pelaxia is vested mostly with the provinces, which is one of the main features of the pelaxian political system. Therefore, every provincial government administrates its local police force through their own ministry of security. Since the capital (Albalitor) has autonomous status, it also administrates its local police force. | ||
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The Pelaxian [[Federal Civil Guard]] or "The Guard" is the paramilitary corps of border guards of The Federal Republic of Pelaxia. | The Pelaxian [[Federal Civil Guard]] or "The Guard" is the paramilitary corps of border guards of The Federal Republic of Pelaxia. | ||
The Federal Guard has a strength of 350,000.The Federal Guard is primarily a frontier guard support force but also fulfils other important roles. | The Federal Guard has a strength of 1,350,000.The Federal Guard is primarily a frontier guard support force but also fulfils other important roles for internal security. | ||
Non-commissioned personnel of the Guard are all volunteers and receive their training in the force's own comprehensive system of training institutions. Officers graduate after a four-year course at the [[National Federal Military Guard Academy]]. Both officers and non-commissioned personnel have access to the specialist training establishments of the Army. | Non-commissioned personnel of the Guard are all volunteers and receive their training in the force's own comprehensive system of training institutions. Officers graduate after a four-year course at the [[National Federal Military Guard Academy]]. Both officers and non-commissioned personnel have access to the specialist training establishments of the Army. | ||
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The Pelaxian energy infrastructure is predominantly fueled by conventional sources. Nuclear power plays a minor role in the nation's energy portfolio, with only one operational nuclear power plant situated outside the city of Jojoba. This single facility represents Pelaxia's limited investment in nuclear energy generation. The decision to maintain a modest nuclear energy sector stems from various factors, including environmental concerns, safety considerations, and lobby from oil and gas stakeholders as well as the government's interest since the 1960s to become an premier oil exporter nation. Pelaxia has opted to prioritize alternative and renewable energy sources, leveraging its abundant natural resources to generate electricity while minimizing reliance on nuclear technology. | The Pelaxian energy infrastructure is predominantly fueled by conventional sources. Nuclear power plays a minor role in the nation's energy portfolio, with only one operational nuclear power plant situated outside the city of Jojoba. This single facility represents Pelaxia's limited investment in nuclear energy generation. The decision to maintain a modest nuclear energy sector stems from various factors, including environmental concerns, safety considerations, and lobby from oil and gas stakeholders as well as the government's interest since the 1960s to become an premier oil exporter nation. Pelaxia has opted to prioritize alternative and renewable energy sources, leveraging its abundant natural resources to generate electricity while minimizing reliance on nuclear technology. | ||
Pelaxia's railway system has a long history in the country since the 1850s, and following the conformation of the modern pelaxian state the rail network development and decline has been deeply linked to the national government adherence to provincial integration and presence of federal authority throughout the pelaxian territory, as it is with a vast nation with different regions, customs, climates and languages. Thus the railroad network had its most developments during the 1920s, 1930s, 1950s and lately had a resurgence of public works and constructions since the 2010s. Besides these periods of construction, the network had a steady decline since 1945, when emphasis shifted to highway construction. The country's total railway track length was 50,576 km in 2015, as compared with 45,848 km in 1970, making it the second largest railroad network in Sarpedon. Most of the railway system belonged to the Vías de Pelaxia Corporation (VP), which had several of its branches privatized in the 1980s and 1990s. | Pelaxia's railway system has a long history in the country since the 1850s, and following the conformation of the modern pelaxian state the rail network development and decline has been deeply linked to the national government adherence to provincial integration and presence of federal authority throughout the pelaxian territory, as it is with a vast nation with different regions, customs, climates and languages. Thus the railroad network had its most developments during the 1870s, 1920s, 1930s, 1950s and lately had a resurgence of public works and constructions since the 2010s. Besides these periods of construction, the network had a steady decline since 1945, when emphasis shifted to highway construction. The country's total railway track length was 50,576 km in 2015, as compared with 45,848 km in 1970, making it the second largest railroad network in Sarpedon. Most of the railway system belonged to the Vías de Pelaxia Corporation (VP), which had several of its branches privatized in the 1980s and 1990s. | ||
For freight transport waterways are of importance, e.g. the northern industrial zones of Termia. The country also has 40,000 kilometers of waterways.Coastal shipping links widely separated parts of the country. | For freight transport waterways are of importance, e.g. the northern industrial zones of Termia. The country also has 40,000 kilometers of waterways.Coastal shipping links widely separated parts of the country. | ||
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Travel and tourism play a significant role in Pelaxia's economy, with a focus on niche attractions such as health, nature, and rural tourism to maintain its competitive edge. Pelaxia ranks among the top 20 most-visited countries, welcoming an average of 20 million foreign tourists annually. Key tourist destinations in Pelaxia include [[Albalitor]], [[Font]], Villa Delfia, and Jusonia Mayor. The Jusonian Islands, renowned for their natural beauty, attract a substantial number of tourists and rank among the top destinations in [[Sarpedon]]. | Travel and tourism play a significant role in Pelaxia's economy, with a focus on niche attractions such as health, nature, and rural tourism to maintain its competitive edge. Pelaxia ranks among the top 20 most-visited countries, welcoming an average of 20 million foreign tourists annually. Key tourist destinations in Pelaxia include [[Albalitor]], [[Font]], Villa Delfia, and Jusonia Mayor. The Jusonian Islands, renowned for their natural beauty, attract a substantial number of tourists and rank among the top destinations in [[Sarpedon]]. | ||
Pelaxia's tourism offerings are diverse, ranging from natural areas like the [[Pelaxian]] Jungle and beaches in the South West region to cultural landmarks in Albalitor and Montia. Nautical tourism flourishes in [[Flumenia]] and [[Termia]], where visitors explore the rivers and deltas that define these provinces. Domestic tourism is a vital segment of Pelaxia's tourism industry, contributing significantly to its overall growth and development. Cruise ship tourism along the Pelaxian coast and around the Jusonian Islands, along with nautical tourism in Flumenia and Termian, play integral roles in attracting visitors and stimulating economic activity throughout the country. | Pelaxia's tourism offerings are diverse, ranging from natural areas like the [[Pelaxian]] Jungle and beaches in the South West region to cultural landmarks in Albalitor and Montia. Nautical tourism flourishes in [[Flumenia]] and [[Termia]], where visitors explore the rivers and deltas that define these provinces. Domestic tourism is a vital segment of Pelaxia's tourism industry, contributing significantly to its overall growth and development. Cruise ship tourism along the Pelaxian coast and around the Jusonian Islands, along with nautical tourism in Flumenia and Termian, play integral roles in attracting visitors and stimulating economic activity throughout the country. | ||
Gastronomic tourism in Pelaxia encompasses a rich tapestry of culinary traditions that reflect the nation's diverse cultural heritage and abundant natural resources. Pelaxian cuisine is renowned for its fusion of Vallosi and Caphirian influences, creating a unique gastronomic experience that captivates visitors from around the world. Gastronomic tourism enthusiasts visiting Pelaxia have a plethora of culinary experiences to indulge in, each offering a unique insight into the rich tapestry of Pelaxian cuisine. Some must-try gastronomic activities include culinary tours, wine tasting, farm visits, and sea food feasts. These gastronomic activities offer travelers a delightful blend of flavors, aromas, and experiences that showcase the rich diversity and culinary innovation of Pelaxian cuisine. Whether exploring bustling markets or savoring farm-fresh fare, gastronomic tourism in Pelaxia promises unforgettable culinary adventures for food lovers and explorers alike. | |||
The cruise ship industry plays a pivotal role in Pelaxia's tourism landscape, contributing significantly to the country's economy and showcasing its coastal beauty to travelers from around the world. Annually, thousands of cruise ships traverse the azure waters of the Pelaxian coast and navigate the enchanting Jusonian Islands, making Pelaxia a sought-after destination for cruise enthusiasts and vacationers alike. | |||
Pelaxia's strategic location along major cruise routes in Sarpedon makes it an ideal port of call for international cruise liners. The bustling ports of Albalitor, Font, Villa Delfia, and Jusonia Mayor welcome a steady stream of cruise ships throughout the year, offering passengers an opportunity to explore Pelaxia's vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich culinary traditions. Each year, Pelaxia welcomes an impressive number of cruise ships and passengers to its shores, with Albalitor alone serving as a port of call for over 200 cruise ships annually. The bustling port city of Font sees an average of 150 cruise ships docking at its harbor, while Villa Delfia and Jusonia Mayor each receive over 100 cruise ship visits per year. Cruise passengers disembarking in Pelaxian ports have a myriad of shore excursion options to choose from, including guided city tours, culinary experiences, outdoor adventures, and cultural immersions. From exploring historic landmarks and pristine beaches to indulging in local cuisine and shopping for artisanal crafts, Pelaxia offers an abundance of activities to suit every traveler's interests. | |||
==Demographics== | |||
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Pelaxia, long a country of emigration (the vast majority of Vallejars have Pelaxian ancestry),became a country of net immigration, and not just from the last Vallosi, and Far East Audonia overseas territories. | With a population of around 200 million, Pelaxia shows a medium to big-sized population by Global standards. Pelaxia depicts an anual population growth rate of 1.4%. Ethnically, the residents of Pelaxia are predominantly ethnic Pelaxian who are of Caphiravian descent. Immigrants constituted 8% of the population by 2030.Pelaxia, long a country of emigration (the vast majority of Vallejars have Pelaxian ancestry),became a country of net immigration, and not just from the last Vallosi, and Far East Audonia overseas territories. | ||
Since the 1950s, along with a boom in construction, several new waves of Burgundian, Cartadanian, Pelaxophone Caphirians and other Audonian have settled in the country. | Since the 1950s, along with a boom in construction, several new waves of Burgundian, Cartadanian, Pelaxophone Caphirians and other Audonian have settled in the country. | ||
Numbers of Varshani, Volonian and migrants are also significant. It is estimated that over 30,000 seasonal, often illegal immigrants work in agriculture, mainly southern cities of Savrian valley where they are often exploited by organized seasonal workers' networks. These migrants, who often arrive without due documentation or work contracts, make up over 90% of agricultural workers in the south of Pelaxia. Most are Caphirian, from the Loa Republic, and Vallejar. In the interior of the Montia there are many | Numbers of Varshani, Volonian and migrants are also significant. It is estimated that over 30,000 seasonal, often illegal immigrants work in agriculture, mainly southern cities of Savrian valley where they are often exploited by organized seasonal workers' networks. These migrants, who often arrive without due documentation or work contracts, make up over 90% of agricultural workers in the south of Pelaxia. Most are Caphirian, from the Loa Republic, and Vallejar. In the interior of the Montia there are many Caphirian workers. | ||
The issue of Caphirian illegal immigrants has become a significant social and political concern in the northern provinces of Pelaxia. These immigrants are often smuggled into the country under dire circumstances, facing risks of exploitation, abuse, and trafficking. Primarily, many of these immigrants, driven by economic hardships and the strict caste system in Caphiria, enter the illegal market. However, upon arrival in Pelaxia, they find themselves vulnerable to exploitation by criminal networks involved in human trafficking and drug trade. | |||
One of the most alarming aspects of this issue is the prevalence of sexual exploitation among Caphirian immigrants, particularly women and children. They are often forced into prostitution and subjected to various forms of abuse, including physical and psychological violence. The clandestine nature of this exploitation makes it challenging for authorities to identify and address cases effectively. Moreover, Caphirian illegal immigrants are also exploited in drug trafficking networks, coerced into transporting illicit substances across borders. They are manipulated and threatened by criminal organizations, leaving them trapped in a cycle of violence. | |||
===Languages=== | ===Languages=== | ||
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Pelaxia has a rich religious history, with [[ | Pelaxia has a rich religious history, with [[Catholicism]] playing a predominant role for many centuries. Early Pelaxians, like their [[Cognati]] predecessors, adhered to Cognati paganism. However, with the gradual Christianization of the region, Roman Catholicism became the dominant faith. | ||
Throughout much of its history, Pelaxia was deeply intertwined with Roman Catholicism, with the Church exerting significant influence over various aspects of society, including culture, education, and politics. However, since the 1960s, Pelaxia has experienced a significant secularization trend, mirroring developments in other European countries. | Throughout much of its history, Pelaxia was deeply intertwined with Roman Catholicism, with the Church exerting significant influence over various aspects of society, including culture, education, and politics. However, since the 1960s, Pelaxia has experienced a significant secularization trend, mirroring developments in other European countries. | ||
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Today, Pelaxia is one of the least religious countries in the world, with only a minority of the population declaring religion to be an important part of their daily lives. While Roman Catholicism remains the largest religious affiliation in Pelaxia, the influence of the Church has waned considerably, particularly among younger generations. Despite the decline in religious observance, many expressions of popular religiosity still thrive in Pelaxia, often tied to local festivals and traditions. However, the number of parish priests has declined over the years, reflecting the broader trend of dwindling religious participation. | Today, Pelaxia is one of the least religious countries in the world, with only a minority of the population declaring religion to be an important part of their daily lives. While Roman Catholicism remains the largest religious affiliation in Pelaxia, the influence of the Church has waned considerably, particularly among younger generations. Despite the decline in religious observance, many expressions of popular religiosity still thrive in Pelaxia, often tied to local festivals and traditions. However, the number of parish priests has declined over the years, reflecting the broader trend of dwindling religious participation. | ||
While Roman Catholicism continues to hold historical and cultural significance in Pelaxia, the country's religious landscape has evolved dramatically, reflecting broader societal changes and shifts towards secularism and pluralism. Pelaxia is a secular state: church and state were formally separated during the | While Roman Catholicism continues to hold historical and cultural significance in Pelaxia, the country's religious landscape has evolved dramatically, reflecting broader societal changes and shifts towards secularism and pluralism. Pelaxia is a secular state: church and state were formally separated during the 1900s, and this was reiterated in the [[1966 Pelaxian Constitution]]. | ||
A bill passed in 2016 and intended to effectively make religious institutions in Pelaxia taxable by the government. This resolution was later found to be unconstitutional by the Federal Supreme Court in 2017. | |||
The Federal Republic is based on the principle of laicism enforced by the 1880s laws and the 1967 Constitution that establishes a “semi-separated” church-state relation, where the state pays a fraction of the Catholic Church salaries still to this day. | |||
===Urbanization=== | ===Urbanization=== | ||
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Throughout Pelaxia, state capitals typically represent the largest cities within their respective provinces, mirroring the national trend observed in urban areas. Overall, urbanization in Pelaxia reflects the nation's historic industrialization of the northern provinces around the 1870s, provoking internal emigration from the southern rural provinces into the growing industrial centers. This trend has increased in the second half of the 20th century as the economy of the north quickly turned into services and tourism. | Throughout Pelaxia, state capitals typically represent the largest cities within their respective provinces, mirroring the national trend observed in urban areas. Overall, urbanization in Pelaxia reflects the nation's historic industrialization of the northern provinces around the 1870s, provoking internal emigration from the southern rural provinces into the growing industrial centers. This trend has increased in the second half of the 20th century as the economy of the north quickly turned into services and tourism. | ||
{{Largest cities | |||
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| country = Pelaxia | |||
| kind = conurbations and metropolitan areas | |||
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| city_1 = Albalitor City | |||
| div_1 = Albalitor | |||
| pop_1 = 10021295 | |||
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| city_2 = Agrila | div_2 = Agrila | pop_2 = 7711840 | img_2 = | |||
| city_3 = Font | div_3 = Flumen | pop_3 = 6668000| img_3 = | |||
| city_4 = Jojoba| div_4 = Termia | pop_4 = 6373224 | img_4 = | |||
| city_5 = Abubilla | div_5 = Montia | pop_5 = 5400000 | |||
| city_6 = Jazmín | div_6 = Agrila | pop_6 = 5207718 | |||
| city_7 = Fontanez | div_7 = Jusonia Islands | pop_7 = 4618563 | |||
| city_8 = Foronafort | div_8 = Agrila | pop_8 = 3396312 | |||
| city_9 = Babafort | div_9 = Albalitor | pop_9 = 1929318 | |||
| city_10 = Terrafort | div_10 = Baza | pop_10 = 1544487 | |||
| city_11 = Villa Delfia | div_11 = Latonia | pop_11 = 1023699 | |||
| city_12 = Azufaifa| div_12 = Anquila | pop_12 = 934195 | |||
| city_13 = Savria| div_13 = Savria | pop_13 = 916275 | |||
| city_14 = Alimoche| div_14 = Agrila | pop_14 = 831938 | |||
| city_15 = Anuncio | div_15 = Covarrubia | pop_15 = 828524 | |||
| city_16 = Mirlo| div_16 = Anilla | pop_16 = 796053 | |||
| city_17 = Dalia | div_17 = Harenís | pop_17 = 793021 | |||
| city_18 = Acevilan| div_18 = Oretania | pop_18 = 746037 | |||
| city_19 = Maceria | div_19 = Gramenia | pop_19 = 707770 | |||
| city_20 = Colonia | div_20 = Flumen | pop_20 = 672298 | |||
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=== Education === | === Education === | ||
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In 2029, the literacy rate of the population was 98.4%. and at least 4 in every 10 Pelaxians speak a second language fluently. Pelaxia’s private institutions tend to be more exclusive and offer better quality education, so many high-income families send their children there. | In 2029, the literacy rate of the population was 98.4%. and at least 4 in every 10 Pelaxians speak a second language fluently. Pelaxia’s private institutions tend to be more exclusive and offer better quality education, so many high-income families send their children there. | ||
=== Health === | |||
Pelaxia's system of hospitals, called Centros Médicos and Sanatorios, dates from medieval times, and today, Pelaxia has the world's oldest public healthcare system, dating from Solis’ Social Legislation in the late 19th century. Since the 1880s, reforms and provisions have ensured a balanced health care system. On the other hand, private healthcare systems play a complementary role. | |||
Today the population is covered by a health insurance plan provided by the national insurance scheme: “Medical Assistance for Pelaxians” (MEDAPEL), with criteria allowing some groups to opt for a private health insurance contract. The program is nominally funded by an income tax surcharge known as the Medicare levy, currently at 2%. The provinces manage hospitals and attached outpatient services, while the Federal Government funds the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (subsidising the costs of medicines) and general practice. | |||
Health insurance is compulsory for the whole population in Pelaxia. Salaried workers and employees below the relatively high income threshold of more than 70,000 NSD per year are automatically enrolled into one of currently around 105 public non-profit "Fondos de Salud" at common rates for all members, and is paid for with joint employer-employee contributions. Provided payment is negotiated in complex corporatist social bargaining among specified self-governed bodies (e.g. physicians' associations, workers unions and the province) at the level of provinces. The sickness funds are mandated to provide a unique and broad benefit package and cannot refuse membership or otherwise discriminate on an actuarial basis. | |||
Pelaxia’s health care system is 77% government-funded from all governmental levels and 23% privately funded. Despite all, there are still several public health problems in Pelaxia. In 2026, the main points to be solved were the high infant (1.51%) and maternal mortality rates (73.1 deaths per 1000 births). | |||
=== Social Policy === | === Social Policy === | ||
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