Lorandia

Lorandia is a fictional island nation located in the Veridia region, comprised of three main islands and numerous islets. With a population around 1.6 million, it has a diversified economy and a focus on maritime trade and services. The capital and largest city is Sorelia, and the official language is Lorandian, with Veridian and several minority languages also spoken.

Its terrain ranges from volcanic highlands to dense tropical forests along the coast, with major harbors facilitating fishing and shipping. The climate is subtropical in coastal lowlands and cooler in the highlands.

Lorandia operates as a constitutional republic. The president serves as head of state, while a prime minister heads government. A bicameral parliament passes laws, and local governments administer the islands. Lorandia gained independence in 1963 and maintains a policy of non-alignment in foreign affairs.

The economy is mixed, with services accounting for a majority of GDP. Key sectors include tourism, maritime logistics, agriculture (citrus and coffee), and information technology. The Lorandian currency is the lorand, issued by the Central Bank of Lorandia, and the nation participates in regional trade agreements.

Demographically, Lorandia is diverse, with several ethnic groups and a shared national identity built on language and civic institutions. Education is compulsory through secondary level, and literacy is high. Cultural life emphasizes music, crafts, and culinary traditions reflecting coastal and inland influences.