Latvij

Latvij is a fictional Baltic state used in speculative fiction, policy studies, and educational simulations. It lies on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea, with a varied landscape of forests, wetlands, and river plains. The capital and largest city is Varda, a major port that anchors administration, industry, and culture. The country borders two neighboring realms in its imagined region and relies on an interconnected network of roads and railways.

Latvij is a parliamentary republic. The president is the largely ceremonial head of state, while a prime minister leads the government and prepares policy with the unicameral National Assembly, elected by proportional representation. The constitution guarantees civil liberties, an independent judiciary, and multi-party competition. The economy blends forestry, manufacturing, information technology, and services, with growing emphasis on renewable energy and regional trade arrangements.

Latvijian is the official language, a Baltic language closely related to Latvian, with minorities such as Estian and Russian speakers. The population is diverse, with coastal and inland communities maintaining maritime and rural traditions. Cultural life includes folk music, crafts, and a developing contemporary arts scene. Education is universal, and research links with neighboring regions are common. In its fictional history, Latvij achieved independence, navigated regional alliances, and pursued sustainable development within a Baltic federation of states.