Rapa Pile

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Fishing turns into tourist attraction, thanks to Vascanian efforts
January 5629

In yet another case of the unprecedented growth brought forth by the benevolence of the Vascanian people and traders, the Datungu region has long enjoyed the benefits of a fishing boom. So much so, that many small fishing villages have become hotspots for tourists; tourists eager to dive into the curious tradition of stilt fishing, burning half-naked under the sun for hours and waiting for the Vascanian sardinella to bite.

One such story is of Akimo, a 69-year-old male, heavily darkened out of decades of fishing under the scorching sun - and proudly reminiscing the family tradition for generations - but saddened at the recent and mysterious disappearance of his 2nd wife from Xsampa.

We fish long time. Long time wait. Catch fish, market go sell happy customers!

But woman leave, no call!

[smile fades, sighs]

Akimo, however, has met a new wife, he says. From South Dovani (Hanzen), he claims. One of the many tourists who take solace in the tranquil villages overlooking the calm waters and the behemoth landscape of the Vascanian might to the southeast.

Tourism out of fishing - prosperity even with the most curious of combinations.

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In other news: police spokesperson from Kamalata confirms alleged local murder in New Nago was an unfortunate accident.

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Foreign wedding brings immense joy to local communities
March 5629

At the end of the ceremony, the young newlywed couple exclaimed in genuine joy, removed their shoes and rushed through the beach to dip their toes in the crystal waters, laughing, hugging and kissing.

A local community in the Datungu region this weekend celebrated the wedding of a Seleyan couple who, after spending almost a week enjoying the best of Rapa Pile's tourist attractions, decided to get married on the spot.

A spokesperson from the Vascanian government extended Rapa Pile's warmest congratulations on behalf of the local communities.

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In other news: local village mourns family of 6 after faulty gas pipe explodes; Vascanian police confirm "no malice".

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President announces extensive subsidies for foreign investors, in attempt to upgrade aging energy distribution infrastructure
March 5629

Last week's tragic gas pipe explosion costing the lives of a family of 6 has expedited proceedings with the Vascanian Government, finding recently elected President Aponsu in extreme alignment with the concerns expressed from Kamalata on the "gravity of the situation".

"Our people deserve so much better", was the concluding statement of a government spokesperson in Kamalata on Monday. Here's a relevant snippet from the President's speech yesterday afternoon, which clearly indicates the commonly shared urgency and seriousness.

Our local communities have long enjoyed the perks of the benevolence of the Vascanian Government and the unprecedented return of investment from the Vamaj Network, which however does n- [aide interrupts]

Yes, thank you [...] we cannot do this alone. Thus, we seek the wise council, expertise and assistance of foreign investors, be it public or private, to help us fix an aging energy distribution network on the islands of Rapa Pile.

An aging network that cost the lives of 6 of our fellow peoples.

An aging network at the risk of costing us many more lives, should we fail to secure assistance from Terra.

A press statement issued this morning confirmed that the Vascanian Government would be sending a specialised diplomatic delegation on a "general itinerary with specific intents", citing the recent Conference of Altea in Egelion and the foundation of the Romulo Fund as the "cornerstones of a new world order in Terra that seeks to aid and assist fellow states". 

While neither the Romulo Fund nor the OSCD explicitly apply in the subsidies case, the President's office commented that the delegation was "extremely confident" that "Altea participants will follow through on their words", especially when "there are lives at stake".

Pit stops may include Xsampa, South Dovani (Hanzen), Egelion, Dolgava, the Empire of Ananto of Kalistan, the Empire of Canrille, the Kundrati Union, Dorvik and the 3rd Point Federation, with a potential final stop in Wiel, Vanuku.

Additional meetings with private entities may take place, including with prominent business representatives of the Yeudi Diaspora (Neset).

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In other news: recent poll confirms 8 out of 10 citizens enjoy a feeling of "great stability and calmness".

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OOC: If you decide to engage, please keep https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-413.html in mind. Totally fine if you don't engage.

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KGB Consulate in Kamalata Denies Application for Foreign Aid, Citing Rapa Pile Situation

5629.3.11. - Citing concerns with government transparency in the administration of Rapa Pile, the Consulate of the Kingdom of Great Baeguk in Kamalata today announced that it had rejected the Vascanian Aponsu Administration's attempts to initiate talks concerning the use of Baegukese foreign aid funds for disaster relief in Rapa Pile, where a natural gas pipe explosion has resulted in 6 tragic deaths and environmental damage. The Aponsu Administration earlier declared its intent to confer with various OSCD and Romulo Fund states; Baeguk is a member of the OSCD but not the Romulo Fund.

The Consulate's refusal to aid Vascania has been criticized by parties in opposition such as the Social Democratic Party and the People's Party, who cite it as an example of the state's stinginess and decried the lack of empathy for the injured and harmed by the gas pipe tragedy. Right wing opposition parties such as the Just Reform Party in turn praised the government, claiming that the Vascanian occupation of Rapa Pile was intolerable.

Baeguk and Vascania have not shared formal diplomatic relations for more than 4 centuries since they were broken after the rise of the DNWA regime. The KGB was critical of the situation following Vascanian involvment on Rapa Pile, although relations had been slowly mending since. The future of KGB-Vascania relations remains unsure as of the present.

Her Imperial Majesty the Empress has not commented on the incident as of publishing time.

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Kamalata rep. commends response from Baeguk; "Rapa Pile does not need aid"
December 5629

Figures from the local government of Vascania's most famous northwestern islands have long evaded questions regarding Baeguk's response to President Aponsu's "call for aid" a few months ago, following a gas-related explosion in a local village. A spokesperson from Kamalata finally broke the string of silence earlier this morning, during a press avail for a new fishing harbour in the southern Datungu region:

What can I say, Kamalata agrees with Gongmangdo and their consulate in Kamalata.

Why provide foreign aid, when no aid is in fact needed.

When asked about whether President Aponsu will maintain and even insist on the call, she responded:

Of course, as is his prerogative. Mr. Aponsu and his predecessors have always been free to pursue any agenda they deem is worthy for the benefit of both the Rapa Pilese islands and its inhabitants.

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In other news: kitty cafe inspired by Xsampan culture opens up in New Nago. Meow!