(Shajkofc, pronounced Shy-Cuftss)
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Since the 3rd Century BC, the land has been subject to conflict and instability. A large tribe known as Dardha was the dominant power in the region, however it was ethnically diverse and historians debate whether it was a Shajtari tribe or ancestors of the Reveish. The area was divided into the Reveish West and Shajtare East. For a large period of time the Shajtari East were the wealthier upper class citizens of Dardania. However during the 10th Century AD internal instability caused power of the Shajtari to decrease and by the turn of the 11th Century, Reveland began their occupation of the region. Reveish people were encouraged by their government to settle in the region, which was largely met with violence and attacks from the Shajtari. As a result of these attacks, The Reveish largely stayed away from Shajtari territory including the Reveish who lived there for centuries and would later be called the Reveish Migration towards Reveland in the 14th Century. During the Kutsan-Reveland war Shajtare people were conscripted into the army. This caused uproar with the Shajtari people who believed Reveland were recruiting their people to fight in a losing war. After the independance of Ciarraí, the Shajtari people were inspired by their revolution and in 1898 the Shajkofc Liberation Army was formed. The SLA was a rebellion force who got support from Ciarraí and began to raid police station, government buildings etc. In 1912 the Shajtari Uprising led by Elira Leka was a failed rebellion due to miscommunication of the time and date of the rebellion. Shajtari politicians such as Genti Qerimi advocated for Shajtare independance in the 1920's up until his assassination in 1933. During the Great War, Jea'Nocc supported the SLA with arms in order to destabalise Reveland. After The Great War Shajkofc got it's independance in 1945 as a Unitary Parliamentary Republic.
GDP: 4,202,578,272 ₽
National Spirits
| Spirit | Notes |
| High Morale (+) | After recently gaining independence, the Shajtari people are happy and have high hopes for their country. |
| Nationalism (+\-) | The Shajtari are extremely nationalistic and would do anything to help their country succeed. |
| Disliking of Reveland (+\-) | There is extreme bitterness towards their former occupiers and strong anti-Reveland ideals are common throughout the country. |
| Growing Economy (+) | The economy has been improving and the people of Shajkofc are slowly beginning to thrive. |
| Civil Unrest (-) | Civil unrest in the country is a large issue as ethnic tensions are high in the West. See country submission form for more detail. |
| Uneducated workforce (-) | The majority of Shajkofc's workforce is hired in agriculture or other primary sector jobs. This leads to a lack of development in the country. |
| Nationwide Poverty (-) | A large portion of individuals live below the poverty line in Shajkofc and have barely enough to pay for basic needs. |
| Technologically Behind (-) | Shajkofc is approximately 20 years behind technologically, and hasn't had any recent breakthroughs nor does it lead in any technological fields and it doesn't seem that it will improve at any point in the near future. |
National Language
As defined by the Constitution of Shajkofc, the official language is Shaj (Modern Albanian), however there is a considerable minority who speak Reveish.Shaj - 94%
Reveish - 5%
Other/Not specified - 1%
Capital City
The Capital City of Shajkofc is Froni Population: 1,228,285
Froni is located on the east coast of Shajkofc and serves as the National and Provincial Capital of Froni (Province). Froni earned its significance in the 16th Century as it became an important trade center. The city was known for its trade items such as goatskin and gunpowder. Froni is the economic, financial, political and trade center of Shajkofc. It is the seat of power of the Government of Shajkofc, the residences for work of the President and Prime Minister of Shajkofc, and the Parliament of Shajkofc. Froni is also the most important transportation junction of Shajkofc for air, rail, and roads. Froni International Airport is the largest airport of the country and among the largest in the region. A range of motorways, such as the R 6 and R 7, radiate out the city and connect it to Shajkofc’s major cities. Froni is the most populous city in Shajkofc and 97% of its inhabitants are Shajtare [Shy-Tar]. The symbol of Froni is an ancient artifact dating back to 5700-4500 BC named ‘Goddess on the Throne’ and is currently on exhibit in the National History Museum of Shajkofc.
Population
As of the 1945 census the population of Shajkofc is 13,379,945, predominantly of which are ethnic Shajtare which account for 94% of the country. Shajkofc has a relatively young population with half of the population being under the age of 30. The average life expectancy is 76 years old, 74 for males and 79 for females.. The Shajtare are extremely nationalist and have an undying love for their country, culture and identity. Government
Shajkofc is a Unitary parliamentary constitutional republic. It is governed by legislative, executive and judicial institutions, which derive from the constitution. It is composed of government ministers, and is led by the prime minister. The prime minister is elected by the Assembly of the Republic of Shajkofc. Ministers are nominated by the prime minister and then confirmed by the assembly. Luan Hoxha is the Prime Minister of Shajkofc and head of government. Shpresa Krasniqi is the President of Shajkofc and head of state. Economy
The economy of Shajkofc is a mixed transitional economy. It suffered from the combined results of political upheaval, the Reveish dismissal of Shajtari employees and the following Great War. Despite declining foreign assistance, the GDP has mostly grown since its declaration of independence. Additionally, the inflation rate has been low. Most economic development has taken place in the trade, retail and construction sectors. Shajkofc is highly dependent on remittances from the diaspora, agricultural and mining exports, and other capital inflows.Centralization
Being a Unitary State, the central government is the supreme authority across Shajkofc. The Assembly of Shajkofc has 120 members elected for a four-year term. According to the Constitution, Shajkofc shall have an Assembly consisting of 120 members. The Assembly passes all laws in Shajkofc, ratifies international treaties, appoints the President, Prime Minister, ministers, and justices of all courts, adopts the budget and performs other duties as established by the Constitution. The Parliament can pass a vote of no-confidence on the Government by a majority of the members. Government Cohesion
The Assembly of the Republic of Shajkofc in this legislature has a total of thirteen committees, the number of committees varies depending on the legislature.Committee for Agriculture, Forestry, Rural Development, Infrastructure, Environment, Spatial Planning and Infrastructure
Committee for Budget, Labor and Transfers
Committee for Economy, Industry, Entrepreneurship and Trade
Committee for Education, Science, Technology, Innovation, Culture, Youth and Sports
Committee for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora
Committee for Health and Social Welfare
Committee for Human Rights, Gender Equality, Missing Persons, Victims of War Sexual Violence and Petitions
Committee for Legislation, Mandates, Immunities, Rules of Procedure of the Assembly and Oversight of the Anti-Corruption Agency
Committee for Public Administration, Local Government, Media and Regional Development
Committee for Security and Defense
Committee for the Rights and Interests of Communities and Returns
Oversight Committee of the Shajkofc Intelligence Agency
Public Finance Oversight Committee
The Assembly of the Republic of Shajkofc is regulated by the Constitution of Shajkofc and has 120 directly elected members.
Parties and number of representatives in the Assembly
Vetëvendosje - 54
Democratic Party of Shajkofc - 19
Alliance for the Future of Shajkofc - 18
Democratic League of Shajkofc - 15
Terrain and Climate
The coastal lowlands have a climate similar to a Mediterranean climate while the highlands have a cooler climate similar to a European Continental Climate. The lowlands have mild winters, averaging about 8 °C (46 °F). Humidity is mostly high with lots of rain. Mountainous regions have many snow days. Summer temperatures average 33 °C (91 °F), humidity is low. Many times, local thunderstorms occur in mountainous regions, characterized by heavy local downpours and strong local winds. Average precipitation is heavy, a result of the convergence of the prevailing airflow from the sea and the continental air mass. Because they usually meet at the point where the terrain rises, the heaviest rain falls in the central uplands. Vertical currents initiated when the air is uplifted also cause frequent thunderstorms. Many of these storms are accompanied by high local winds and torrential downpours. When the continental air mass is weak, sea winds drop their moisture farther inland. When there is a dominant continental air mass, cold air spills onto the lowland areas, which occurs most frequently in the winter. Because the season's lower temperatures damage olive trees and citrus fruits, groves and orchards are restricted to sheltered places with southern and western exposures, even in areas with high average winter temperatures. Major Cities
Kalaja [Ka-la-ya]Population: ~716,000
Kalaja is often characterized by the ethnic division in the city, on the west side are ethnic Reveish and on the east side are ethnic Shajtari. This city has been commonplace for ethnic based attacks and walls have been built to separate neighborhoods across the city. It has been a key city for both the Shajtari and Reveish. A famous landmark of the country is the Fortress of Kalaja constructed in ~2000BC.
Festë [Fest]
Population: ~411,000
Festë is the youngest city in the country, being populated around the 1750s. It started similarly to Froni, in which it was a trading town, however during the diaspora, many people who could not board ships to leave the country were forced to settle in the area and soon Festë rapidly increased in population. Festë is now a hub for culture and sport. The Flaka e Janarit festival is held here, where cultural art and music gather every year on January 11th, and also mourn the loss of Shajkofc’s martyrs. The national soccer tournament is also held in the Festë City Stadium, bringing thousands of spectators every year.
Lumi [Loo-me]
Population: ~371,000
Lumi is characterized by its breathtaking mountainous backdrop and traditional architecture. Located on the Lumbardhi i Pejës River, it is one of the oldest cities of the country and home to many battles throughout the Shajtari Civil War. Lumi is the most successful region in sport, primarily from the soccer team, FC Besa Lumi.
Miniere [Mini-ehr]
Population: ~350,000
Miniere has its origins as a mining town, where lead, zinc, silver, nickel, cobalt, copper, iron and bauxite are mined and exported throughout the region. The city is heavily industry based and air quality, water pollution and waste management have been recurring issues throughout its industrialisation.
Plazhi [Pla-ji]
Population: ~324,000
The coastal city of Plaxhi is a popular holiday destination characterized by its warm waters and beaches. Historically, Plaxhi was a battleground prior to the rule of Dardania and multiple battles have been fought here such as the Battle of Plaxhi 964 AD. Plaxhi is home to the largest military installation in Shajkofc with Kampi Lidhjeçeliku being home to the army headquarters.
Mali [Ma-li]
Population: ~310,000
Located at the base of the Mali Mountain Range the city is a popular skiing destination and the coldest city in the region with temperatures below 0 C during the winter. A famous landmark of the city is the Clock Tower of Mali, which is currently under restoration as part of the Cultural Resurgence Act 1946.
Major Ports and Harbors
There are three major ports in Shajkofc, each with different origins and purposes. Port of Froni
The largest and oldest in the country, it was a vital trading centre throughout Shajkofc’s history, importing and exporting the vast majority of goods for the country.
Port of Kalaja
A Navy Port, recently converted from a civilian port to a military port to facilitate the Shajkofc Naval Force.
Port of Tregtisë
Primarily serves as a hub for exporting minerals mined from Miniere. The port is significantly important for Shajkofc’s industrial sector as the minerals exported account for 37% of the GDP.
National Resources and Economic Produce
The majority of Shajkofc’s GDP and land use comes from agriculture. The farms are spread throughout the lowlands and are primarily arable, dairy and poultry farming. Wine has historically been produced in Shajkofc. The main heartland of Shajkofc's wine industry is in Rahovec. The main cultivars include Pinot noir, Merlot, and Chardonnay. Shajkofc exports wines worldwide. The four state-owned wine production facilities were not as much "wineries" as they were "wine factories' '. Only the Rahovec facility that held approximately 36% of the total vineyard area had the capacity of around 50 million litres annually. The major share of the wine production was intended for exports. Shajkofc has large reserves of lead, zinc, silver, nickel, cobalt, copper, iron and bauxite. The nation has the fifth-largest lignite reserves in the world and the third in Carinidal. The primary sector is based on small to medium-sized family-owned dispersed units. 43% of the nation's area is agricultural land, 41% forest and forestry land, and 6% for others.Economic Boons
The largest increase in economic activity was during the 1880s when the industrial revolution increased operational efficiency in mining. Mining currently accounts for approximately 37% of the country’s GDP. Agriculture has been prevalent throughout the history of Shajkofc and accounts for the majority of the country’s GDP. So far, farming output has increased due to new technological advancements, however the majority of farms are still behind in terms of technology. Economic Struggles
The vast majority of the workforce is hired in the Primary Sector and there are on-going efforts in an attempt to promote entrepreneurship and new business ideas amongst the population to expand the secondary and tertiary sector. A lack of female employment opportunities in Shajkofc perpetuates a traditional society in which many women remain in the home.Technology Level
Shajkofc is approximately 20 years behind in terms of technology. Technological development is slow and most likely will not see any further increase within the next decade. Shajofc has not had any major breakthroughs in technology nor does it lead in any technological fields. A large portion of Shajkofc’s development is going towards its military as part of its modernisation in order to keep up with other nations. While the remainder is going towards improving quality of life such as health and education.Education and Research
Education for primary, secondary, and tertiary levels is predominantly public and supported by the state, run by the Ministry of Education. Education takes place in two main stages: primary and secondary education, and higher education. The primary and secondary education is subdivided into four stages: preschool education, primary and low secondary education, high secondary education and special education. Preschool education is for children from the ages of one to five. Primary and secondary education is obligatory for everyone. It is provided by gymnasiums and vocational schools. The first phase (primary education) includes grades one to five, and the second phase (low secondary education) grades six to nine. The third phase (high secondary education) consists of general education but also professional education, which is focused on different fields. It lasts four years. However, pupils are offered possibilities of applying for higher or university studies. According to the Ministry of Education, children who are not able to get a general education are able to get a special education (fifth phase). Higher education can be received in universities and other higher-education institutes. These educational institutions offer studies for Bachelor, Master and PhD degrees. The students may choose full-time or part-time studies. Public Universities
Public University "Kadri Zeka" in Festë
Haxhi Zeka University in Lumi
University of Mali "Fehmi Agani"
University of Froni
University of Kalaja
University of Miniere
University of Applied Sciences in Plaxhi
Private Universities
University of Shajkofc
IBC-M International Business College Miniere
AAB College
RIT Shajkofc
Shajtari College Dukagjini
Iliria College
University for Business and Technology
Universum College
Military Strength, Composition and Focus
The Shajtari Armed Forces (Forcat e Armatosura të Republikës së Shajkofc) were formed after independence in 1945. Today, it consists of the Shajtari Land Force, Shajtari Air Force, Shajtari Naval Force and Shajtari Gendarmerie. The President of Shajkofc is the Commander-in-Chief of the military. In times of peace, the President's powers as Commander-in-Chief are executed through the Prime Minister and the Defence Minister. According to the Shajtari Constitution, the Shajtari Armed Forces are charged to: protect the territorial integrity of the country, assist the population in case of natural and industrial disasters and protect the constitutional order as it is determined by law. The SAF initially started as a rebel group known as the Shajkofc Liberation Army founded in 1898 as part of the fight for independence in the late 1800s and early 1900s. After its independence, virtually all members of the SLA were enlisted into the SAF. The current total manpower of the SAF is 267,599 with 200,699 active manpower and 66,900 in reserve. The majority of active manpower are in the Land Forces with 150,524 accounting for 75% of active manpower. Both Air and Naval forces have 20,070 each, both in total accounting for 20% of active manpower. The remaining 5% goes to the Gendarmerie, a separate branch of the military.