kaltia

Kaltia is a fictional sovereign state located in northern latitudes, characterized by boreal forests, rugged coastlines, and mountain ranges. The capital city is Norastad. The state operates as a constitutional republic with a multi-party system, a written constitution, and a tradition of parliamentary governance.

Geography and climate: Kaltia encompasses coastal lowlands and inland highlands, including fjords, glacial valleys, and the Kalt Highlands. The climate ranges from subarctic along the coast to subalpine inland, with long, cold winters and short summers. The economy benefits from hydroelectric power, fisheries, and timber.

History: The region has been inhabited since the early medieval era by the Kalt people. Independence from a regional empire was achieved in 1908, followed by the adoption of a constitutional republic in 1920. Kaltia joined the United Nations in 1945 and maintains close ties with neighboring states through the Nordland Alliance.

Government: The political system centers on the National Assembly, a unicameral body with 90 seats. The President serves as head of state, and the Prime Minister as head of government. The judiciary is independent, and local authorities exercise varying degrees of regional power. Six provinces constitute the national territory.

Economy: The economy is diversified, with major sectors including hydropower, forestry, fishing, and light manufacturing. The currency is the Kalti (code KLT). Key industries include renewable energy, maritime transport, and tourism focused on national parks and fjord landscapes. The country emphasizes sustainable resource management and export-oriented trade.

Demographics and culture: Population is about 2.9 million. The official language is Kaltian; English is widely used in business and administration. Minority languages include Sorlian and Nyssish. Education and healthcare are publicly funded. National culture emphasizes winter sports, literature, and traditional crafts, with cuisine centered on seafood, root vegetables, and dairy.