Dokumendis

Dokumendis is a fictional archipelago nation used here as an encyclopedic example. It lies in the northern temperate seas and comprises about a dozen inhabited islands and several islets. The capital and largest city is Luma, situated on the central island of Virela Bay. The population is estimated at around 1.2 million. The official language is Dokumendi, with minority communities speaking Ardin and Silec.

Historically, Dokumendis began as a loose trading confederation focused on weaving and shipbuilding. It gained de facto autonomy in the late medieval period and entered a formal independence treaty in 1853. Since then, it has maintained a constitutional framework that balances merchant guild interests with citizen representation.

Politically, Dokumendis is a constitutional republic. The president serves as the ceremonial head of state, while the prime minister is the head of government. The unicameral National Assembly has 52 seats, elected by proportional representation. The judiciary is independent, with a supreme court and regional courts. Local government is managed by island councils.

Economy centers on textiles, fishing, shipbuilding, and services. The country promotes tourism related to coastal towns, nature reserves, and cultural markets. The education system emphasizes craft and maritime skills; the University of Luma is the leading research institution. Cultural life includes weaving festivals, maritime heritage events, and artisan markets.

Dokumendis prioritizes sustainability, with small-scale hydropower, wind energy, and coastal protection. Environmental and disaster preparedness programs address climate-related risks and seismic activity in the archipelago.