Taudia

Taudia is a fictional island nation created for worldbuilding and speculative fiction. Located in the eastern Oceanus Sea, it comprises about sixty islands arranged in a rough archipelago. The largest landmass is Solara, which hosts the capital city, Liora, and most of the political and economic infrastructure. The terrain ranges from volcanic highlands to coral-reef coastlines, and the climate is tropical to subtropical with a pronounced wet season.

Taudia has a constitutional framework. It is a republic with a unicameral National Assembly, an elected president as head of state, and a prime minister who serves as head of government. The multi-party system emphasizes peaceful transfers of power, civil liberties, and an independent judiciary grounded in a civil-law tradition. Local governments manage island-level administration.

Demographics: The population is about 3.8 million. The official language is Taudian; numerous island communities maintain diverse linguistic and cultural practices. Urban areas are concentrated on Solara, while many smaller islands sustain fishing villages and agroforestry.

Economy: Taudia operates a mixed economy with significant services, tourism, fisheries, and agriculture. The government pursues sustainable development, expanding renewable energy—particularly wind and solar—and encouraging small and medium manufacturing, crafts, and digital services. Key exports include seafood, spices, and artisanal goods.

History and culture: Settlement predates written records, with later periods of external contact and a peaceful path to independence in the late 19th century. Taudian culture centers on maritime heritage, music, and festivals reflecting island life, seasons, and kinship networks. Environmental conservation efforts and protected reefs are prominent in national policy.