Kalistani Major History

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In his first ever state of the nation speech, Lehendakari Marinel Berrio set a precedent for government scrutiny and oversight by giving a
two hour speech followed by significant numbers of questions from media reporters and academics. In his speech he emphasised the
successes which Enskalan has experienced under his ten years of governance, how its economy has been highly successful on the world
stage with growing brands such as Osasor, IjuroVellara, EBK and EnskalAire becoming highly successful in their fields of pharmaceuticals
and transport. He focused on the development of a new Enskalan Identity most notably the increase in those for whom Enskalan is their
first language, demonstrating a successful program of nationality creation. He also emphasised the increase in defense and police
spending, with the government prioritising the safety and protection of Enskalan citizens both at home and abroad.

Civic Nationalism and Economic Inclusiveness
In a conclusory statement, Lehendakari Berrio focused in on the issues of economic inclusiveness and civic nationalism, "The creation of
the new republic stands as a great opportunity for political, cultural and economic experimentation free from the constraints imposed on
long established nations. Our countries civic identity grounded in modernity, economic growth, social progress and democratic governance
is a great building block for the creation of a highly influential, far reaching and inclusive economy. The Government's initial aims, to
stabilise the economy after the collapse of the old regime and to stimulate the growth of the transport, pharmaceutical and resource
extraction industries, have been all but complete, providing a perfect foundation for future scientific endeavours and improvements in
productivity and living standards. We must strive to continue this trajectory through the current term and beyond into the next decade."

A New Political Era
When questioned about whether he intended to retire from politics after a decade of national service he stated, "soon, once a good
replacement has been found. It will be there job to build on my Government's work and to establish a vibrant multi-party democracy."
Concerns about the dominant-party system had been increasingly prevalent at the last election, where criticisms of the government
from within the EDB failed to materialise into a change of policy, suggesting the importance of a multi-party system with an active and
effective opposition.
Berrio was greatly applauded following his speech, seen as the beginning of the end of a political career which has spanned over a decade.
His position as Founder of the Nation has been well established, whether his politics will survive past his retirement is yet to be seen, even
if his visionary ideals are set to ground the Enskalan State for decades to come.


Haritza is the leading Enskalan newspaper in Kalistan. Although having historically limited readership it has grown in popularity with the
rise of the National Movement and the election of Marinel Berrio as Lehendakari of the Enskalan State. Its editors emphasise political
neutrality on internal Movement matters, however it is staunchly in support of the National Movement's aim of establishing an Enskalan
national identity.