United Federation of New Columbia

## ***Basic Information***

The **United Federation of New Columbia**, or **New Columbia** for short, is a landlocked country located on the continent of **Southern Greacesonaxe**. With a population of approximately **1,249,000** people, it is a small but vibrant nation that is known for its diverse culture, beautiful natural scenery, and strong economy. The country is bordered by two neighboring countries, **Batikan** and **Bluecrein**, to the north and Vontoirian South Greacesonaxe to the north and south. Despite its lack of coastline, **New Columbia** has a number of rivers and lakes that provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and water sports. New Columbia is a federation of **10 states**, each with its own unique culture, history, and economy.

The capital city of New Columbia is **Wahing City**, located in the central part of the country. This bustling metropolis is home to many of the country's largest corporations, as well as a thriving arts and culture scene. The economy of New Columbia is primarily based on agriculture, mining, and manufacturing. The country produces a wide range of crops, including corn, wheat, soybeans, and cotton, as well as minerals such as coal, iron ore, and gold. In addition, the country has a strong manufacturing sector that produces a variety of goods, from automobiles to **vaccines**. New Columbia has a proud and diverse cultural heritage that is celebrated through its music, food, and festivals. New Columbia has a strong and stable government, with a **chairman and a bicameral legislature**. The country is also known for its high standard of living, with a well-developed education system and a robust social safety net that provides healthcare, housing, and other essential services to its citizens.

Their national anthem is called "**Hail Columbia**". It can be found here: https://youtu.be/Yrgc6KXWfSI

## ***History***

### ***Snonglo-Udelkan Empire***

New Columbia was initially part of the **Snonglo-Udelkan Empire**, which was formed after the **Snonglo Empire** annexed **Udelka**. The region was the southernmost part of the empire and was strategically located as a trading hub for the **Veruvian Empire** to the south.

After the fall of the **Veruvian**, **Snonglandian**, and **Grenadinian** empires, New Columbia became an autonomous region in Udelka. This was due to the fact that the region had a distinct culture and language compared to the rest of Udelka. New Columbia continued to flourish as a trading hub, as it was situated near the coast and had access to various trade routes.

### ***Under the Udelkans***

After the fall of the Veruvian, Snonglandian, and Grenadinian empires, New Columbia became an autonomous region in Udelka with its own government and military. However, during the start of **Noir War 2**, New Columbia was stripped of its autonomy, causing major uprisings and unrest in the area.

After Noir War 2, New Columbia was strictly guarded for any government bodies before **officially** gaining independence.

### ***First Republic of New Columbia***

After gaining independence from Udelka, New Columbia was thriving under its own rule. This was shortly cut off after because Udelka was taken over by **Fascist** rulers who wanted to unite the whole of Udelka thus causing **Noir War 3**

## ***Organizations***

### **Department of Homeland Security**

The **Department of Homeland Security** of the **United Federation of New Columbia** is a critical agency tasked with protecting the country's citizens, infrastructure, and borders. The department is divided into three smaller departments: The **Department of War**, The **Department of Federal Defense**, and the **Department of Infrastructure & Integrity**.

#### Federal Expeditionary Forces

The **Federal Expeditionary Forces** are a dominant element of the **New Columbian Homeland Security**, consisting of a vast number of over **6 million** active-duty personnel. They have been tasked with safeguarding the **borders** of the UFNC, and they are positioned across the federation to carry out this duty. In cases of severe unrest, they might be dispatched in conjunction with domestic security forces to suppress rebellions. **Homeland Intelligence Agents** are typically deployed to maintain law and order after rebellions, with their efforts aimed at avoiding prolonged resentment. Nevertheless, data about the **HI's** operations is **not accessible** to the general public, indicating that the organization's actions may be **shrouded in secrecy.**

#### Department of War

The **Department of War** is responsible for the country's national defense and military affairs. It oversees the country's **armed forces**, including the **army**, **navy**, **air force**, and **special forces**. The Department of War is also responsible for developing and implementing military strategy, as well as ensuring that the country's military is prepared to respond to any **threats or emergencies**.

#### Department of Federal Defense

The **Department of Federal Defense** is responsible for protecting the country's borders and ensuring the safety of its citizens. This includes managing the country's **border control,** immigration policies, and **customs enforcement**. The Department of Federal Defense is also responsible for maintaining public safety by responding to emergencies, natural disasters, and other threats.

#### Department of Federal Infrastructure & Integrity

The **Department of Federal Infrastructure & Integrity** is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the country's infrastructure, including its **transportation systems, power grids, and communication networks**. This department works closely with other government agencies and private sector partners to identify and mitigate potential threats to the country's infrastructure. It is also responsible for overseeing the country's **cybersecurity** efforts, including protecting critical infrastructure from **cyber attacks**.

### **Centum Laboratories**

**Centum Laboratories** is a government funded **private organization** dedicated to **studying and producing vaccines** to some of the **deadliest** viruses. Centum Laboratories cooperates with **multiple world governments** to prevent any pandemics or viral outbreaks. Since it was founded, Centum Laboratories has protected the world from **major viral outbreaks.** While they are primarily located in **New Columbia**, they do have small bases overseas in different nations to maintain order and prevent any outbreaks. They are currently the **#1 Vaccine producer** in Noir. Prisoners with good behavior may choose to **volunteer as test subjects** for Centum. Centum Laboratories is led by the Head of State and/or the **Chairman of New Columbia**.