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Queen Catherine to be welcomed in KalistanMeanwhile, President works on National Parks Project
Kaliburg, Ananto
August 7, 4495


President Reiley works with Kalistani Filmaker Jorge Francisco in upcoming project on National Parks

Taking a break from his formal duties as President of the Republic for a short period of time, President of the Republic Raymond Reiley-Carrangus has begun work as an Associate Consultant and Editor for the series of films being shot across Kalistan by Jorge Francisco.  The topic of the series of films is Kalistan's Natural Parks.  Reiley mentioned that the series will highlight the natural beauty of the Nation, while encouraging people to support and use Kalistan's protected areas.  "What most people do not realize," said President Reiley, "is that Kalistan has thousands of square miles of lands which are entirely open to the public.  Focused primarily on the Mainland, this complex network of Parks, forests and trails offer outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike the opportunity to get away from the cities, to kill their televisions, and to be out in nature." 

Reiley said that editing on the series is nearly completed, and then Francisco is expected to go into post production, including providing voice over narrative by veteran actor Gina Smith-Rodriguez, who is usually known as an action star.  The series of films are expected to be released in late 4496, and is being funded entirely by the Socialist Party, the conservative-aligned National Conservation Fund, and various environmental, conservation, and sporting associations from around Kalistan.  President Reiley has accepted no pay for his work on the films.  "It is part of my job, to promote the Nation.  And it is my hope that people, even outside Kalistan will see these movies and will desire to come see our countryside."

In other related news, President Reiley re-extended the invitation to Lourenne's Queen, Catherine to visit in Kalistan.  "We noted her intention to visit, but unfortunately, the election was going on and last year got away from us.  It is possible that (foreign Minister) Moses Allen will fly within the next couple months to Lourenne to begin setting up a formal visit.  I'd like to meet the Queen, personally.  As we said before, nothing major would be on the agenda, but I think Lourenne has the potential to be one of our great allies, and getting to know the young Head of State is very high on my priority list, and we can do it in full style now that our domestic agenda is clear."