Xsampa

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Red Ruby Initiative begins; Expanding the mining sector to Rubies.

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December 9th, 5665
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It's no secret that Xsampa is starting to build up a reputation as an ethical exporter of goods. Whether it be refined goods as seen with the Ten Year Plan, or of mineral goods like diamonds (something foreign buyers can attest to, such as House Ananto). This obviously has many benefits. But, it does have one extra cost. Foreigners are willing to accept our rules. Obviously no foreign Social Enterprise is allowed to operate in the mining industry. Even if they have to abide by our regulations and engage in Socialism, they cannot be trusted still. But it means that they'll gladly pay more if it means they knowingly purchase diamonds that are ethically mined. And it's a great source of income. There are many royal families across Terra that have great interest in good public relations, and high quality diamonds. But what if we expanded the mining industry? Diamonds is a bloated market, and while our niche is being ethical, it never hurts to diversify. 

This is where rubies come in. The Hanzen Shield Mountain Range has many gifts. Among its beauties, is mineral deposits. And rubies are one of those. Less concentrated than diamonds, but equally as valuable. As such, efforts shall begin on establishing a robust ruby industry, and fortunately we already have a strong basis with the diamond industry. The first step is conducting a survey across the Hanzen Shield Mountain Range to find adequate deposits of rubies and prepare for mining. For existing known deposits, mines will be established (which will adhere to environmental and labour regulations). Diamond miners in these areas will be offered a retraining program should they want to swap to the ruby industry and new workers will be trained. Open pit mining will be tolerated for mines whilst underground shafts will be necessary for deeper veins. Extreme care and caution will be taken to ensure not only environmental care but above all, the safety and health of workers. 

As soon as these mines start producing rubies, refineries will be created to domestically process these rubies. No one wants raw rubies exported. Whether it be sorting facilities, cutting and heat treatment centres, or anything else, these industrial hubs will be vital to ensuring domestic refining of rubies. These cooperatives will work with jeweler cooperatives in ensuring that gems are processed properly into stones. Specifically, the heat treatment centres will be of absolute priority. These ensure the rubies get their shape and colour, and the world likes shiny things.

It'll take a few years to properly establish the ruby industry, but this is a good start. The biggest benefit is another source of income for the state, which is always a win. The 5650s saw big debate over the budget and it's reassuring to know that even now, Xsampans want to achieve fiscal responsibility without enacting bourgeois austerity.
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