Presidential Republic of Cruzeiro

Presidential Republic of Cruzeiro República Presidencial do Cruzeiro Coat of Arms Official Flag Nation Information Political Ideology Center-left progressivism Economic Ideology Center-right neo-liberalism Government Federative Presidential Republic President Lucas Dias Milo Vice-President Octávio Meireles Population 385 million Demonym Cruzeiran, Cruzeirans Official Language Portuguese Religion Majority Roman Catholic Time Zone UTC -5, -4, -3, -2, +1 Date Format DD/MM/YYYY Driving Side Right Calling Code +55 Alpha-2 Code CR Alpha-3 Code CRU

Anthem: Cruzeiran National Anthem

Cruzeiro's Location Properties

Capital Novacruz 15°47'38''S 47°52'58''W Largest City São Paulo 23°33'S 46°38'W Economy GDP 9.1 trillion Currency Cruzar (CR$)

Not to be confused with cruzeiro (former Brazilian Currency), cruzeiro (Brazilian sports club), or cruzeiro (cruise ship in Portuguese)

Cruzeiro, officially the Presidential Republic of Cruzeiro, is the largest country in the Southern Hemisphere and Latin America in terms of territorial extension. Cruzeiro is a sovereign and independent nation located in South America and Africa, being the only nation in the Americas where Portuguese is predominantly spoken and the largest Lusophone country on the planet. It is also one of the most multicultural and ethnically diverse nations, due to the various migrations from different parts of the world during its development.

Cruzeiro is a Federal Presidential Republic, with 18 states with limited autonomy as its federative units, 15 in South America and 3 in Africa, each governed executively by democratically elected governors. The President of the Republic is the highest office in the Executive branch, with recurring elections taking place every 4 years to elect a new President, with each candidate entitled to one re-election, able to govern for 2 terms or a total of 8 consecutive years. Cruzeiro has a single-chamber national Congress as part of the legislative branch, and a Federal Supreme Court as part of the judiciary.

Cruzeiro covers a variety of biomes and morphoclimatic domains in its extension, such as the equatorial Amazon rainforest, the tropical Atlantic rainforest, savanna regions of the Cerrado and Gaúcho pampas, and semi-arid regions of the Caatinga. It is predominantly an urban country, with São Paulo being its largest city and the most populous in the Americas and the Southern Hemisphere. Other significant cities include Luanda, Rio de Janeiro, Novacruz, Manaus, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, and Recife.

Cruzeiro is a country with an economy strongly based on agriculture and mineral extraction, being the world's largest exporter of soybeans and other grains. The agribusiness sector generates billions and mass employment every year, especially in the central regions of the country, where the climate and land are more conducive to activities. The country is regularly called the "breadbasket of the world," playing a crucial role in global supply and food security. To compensate for low-value exports and compete directly with nations more focused on industry, since 2020, the region has been seeking to ally the technology and research sector with agriculture to improve production rates and overall crop quality. Additionally, Cruzeiro has a developing medium-sized industry, comparable to that of Mexico, Johore, Tang, Union of India, and other underdeveloped nations; its service sector plays an important role in maintaining the internal economy, generating significant employment within the country. 

Etimology

The name "Cruzeiro" [kɾuˈzejɾu] dates back to the Southern Cross constellation, also known as Crux. The choice of this name occurred after the unification of all Brazilian territories and São Paulo by the Nation of Igua-sul. The Southern Cross constellation is known for its historical significance as a guide for Portuguese navigators during the age of great discoveries. Similarly, the choice of the name "Cruzeiro" symbolizes the guidance and hope for a prosperous destiny for the population unified under this new nation.

History

• Pre-colonial period

The pre-colonial period in Cruzeiro, is marked by the presence of indigenous peoples who inhabited the territory before the arrival of Europeans. It is estimated that before colonization, Brazil was inhabited by hundreds of indigenous groups, each with its own culture, language, and social organization. These peoples lived off hunting, fishing, subsistence agriculture, and food gathering in the forest. They developed complex societies with systems of religious beliefs, art, music, and forms of political and social organization. The arrival of the Portuguese in 1500 marked the beginning of European colonization and had a significant impact on indigenous cultures and societies, leading to profound changes in their lives and traditions.

• Colonial period (1500 - 1822)

The Colonial period began in 1500 with the arrival of the Portuguese explorers led by Pedro Álvares Cabral. Initially focused on the extraction of brazilwood, the colony later developed a plantation economy based on sugarcane, with the establishment of large-scale sugar production. This led to the importation of African slaves to work on the plantations, shaping what would become Brazil's demographic and cultural landscape. The colony was divided into captaincies, each governed by a donatary captain appointed by the Portuguese crown. The Colonial period was marked by conflicts with indigenous peoples, efforts to expand territorial control, and the emergence of a distinctive colonial society with its own social hierarchies and cultural practices. The period ended in 1822 with the declaration of independence and the beginning of the Imperial era in Brazil.

• Imperial period (1822 - 1889)

The Imperial period in Brazil began in 1822 with the declaration of independence from Portugal and lasted until 1889, when the country became a republic. During this period, Brazil was ruled by emperors from the House of Braganza, starting with Emperor Pedro I and later his son, Pedro II. The period was marked by significant political, social, and economic changes, including the consolidation of a centralized government, the expansion of slavery, and the growth of the coffee industry. The Imperial era also saw the emergence of a national identity and cultural development, with the construction of important architectural landmarks and the establishment of institutions such as museums, theaters, and universities.

• Republic period (1889 - 2030's)

The Republic period in Brazil began in 1889 with the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a republican government. The early years of the Republic were marked by political instability, with several military coups and changes of government. The period also saw the abolition of slavery in 1888, leading to major social and economic changes. Brazil underwent a process of industrialization and urbanization, with the growth of cities and the development of industries such as textiles, steel, and automotive. However, the Republic was also marked by social inequality, political corruption, and authoritarian rule, particularly during the military dictatorship that lasted from 1964 to 1985. In the late 1900's and early 2000's, Brazil has experienced a return to democracy and economic growth, but continued to face challenges such as poverty, crime, and political instability.

• Great Balkanization (2030's - 2070's)

The event known worldwide as "The Great Balkanization" was a period of profound social, political, and economic crises that swept the world, leading to numerous insurgencies, wars, rebellions, and revolutions. These events were triggered by the advent of more deadly weapons, artificial intelligence, and tensions among major powers. The combination of these factors completely changed the world's borders, leaving many countries fragmented and shattered.

In Brazil, "The Great Balkanization" had a significant impact, leading to the fragmentation of the country into several new entities. One of the most notable separations was the formation of the Free Republic of Southeast (FRS), the Northeast states also became an independent entity, and became knowns as Nordeste, as did the states in the central-west region. Other states followed suit, leading to a complex patchwork of new nations.

The process culminated in the separation of Igua-sul in 2069, marking the final stage of Brazil's Balkanization. The new nations that emerged from this period faced immense challenges in establishing themselves as viable states, including issues of governance, security, and economic development.

• Pre-reunification period (2069 - 2092)

This period represents a diplomatic break of the other newly independent nation-states with the Brazilian government, which tried to recover the territories through war. At this moment, newly formed empires in Europe rose from the ashes and faced a wave of radicalism that led to the resurgence of imperialist and colonialist ideologies (which persist to this day). Wars for land acquisition were waged worldwide, and as a consequence, the weak and fragmented republics that once were Brazil easily fell into the hands of European emperors. Nations like Systems Empire, Communist Britain (former Britain), Zentekan Empire (now republic), and others acquired vast amounts of territory on the continent, initiating what would be known as “urban colonialism” or "urban neocolonialism," where powers exploit the service sectors of colonized cities to benefit the metropolis. During this period, few independent states managed to stay away from the colonialists' grasp, such as Igua-sul, FRS, and Dreamistan, which eventually found themselves in a war for power consolidation in the state of Rio de Janeiro, where Dreamistan was majority located.

• The Delta War (December 6, 2074 -  January 19, 2075)

A collaborationist alliance between Igua-sul and FRS faced a common threat: The growing biochemical weapons industry encouraged by public policies in Dreamistan, which increasingly rivaled Igua-sul and its allies. On December 6th, 2074, Igua-sul and FRS launched a multi-directional invasion of Dreamistan, with the initial goal of destroying the Hualabs biological weapons industry and integrating the territory into FRS. It was a bloody war that claimed the lives of many innocent civilians, mainly due to the use of tactical nuclear weapons employed by Igua-sul, which targeted much of the Hualabs laboratories, unfortunately located near civilian areas. Later, The United Imperium and Lapunto Antarkta would enter the conflict on the side of Igua-sul and FRS, aiding in the invasion and subsequent capitulation of Dreamistan, thus ending the nation in South America.

• A&PSA x Colonial Powers Wars / South American Wars / Wars of Brazilian Unification (2085 - 2092)

During this period marked by continental wars, the then newly founded APSA (Atlantic and Pacific Security Accords) brought its ideas to the South American continent, spreading ideas of independence and self-government against foreign colonialist powers. This wave of thought took hold of the Latin colonized masses, who united their efforts to rid the continent of imperialist powers. Igua-sul joined APSA in September 8, 2086, and with significant efforts from Dauchh Palki and New Olsztyn, a period of multiple wars was fought, expelling Communist Britain, Zentekan Empire, Systems Empire, Holy American Empire, Blue States, and various other imperialist powers. At the end of the conflict period, the lands that once formed Brazil could be unified by an alliance between Igua-sul and the then-independent state of São Paulo, forming what is known today as Cruzeiro.

• Post-unification period (2092 - present
  • The Pampa War / Cruzeiran/Platan x Asturias War

History to be written