Solis Times (Eastern Dirian News Agency)

[KyferLegs (Diria)]

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Solis Times
BREAKING NEWS!

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The Coming Economic Storm!

In a combined attempt to undermine the nation, the governments of Abbadon and Shela have engaged in what economists call a "price war." Currently, thorough predictions from economists show the barrel of oil to decrease more than a quarter by the end of the week. In a day, the fallout of the suddenly lost value has sent destructive ripples throughout the market as the Dirian economy begins to contract and the Lira to inflate without the backing of oil prices. The government, or the Federal Ministry of Finance, under the approval of Mr. Can, has initiated the "Citizen Debt Brake." Used nearly a century ago, the citizen debt brake drastically raises taxes on people and businesses and slashes public spending and programs. The primary oil extractor, Nardras Standard Oil, has already issued its official grievances to the action, stating it'll have to "Lower wages, or fire workers to keep itself afloat." Nonetheless, the government has promised to pay back the lost revenue with increasing interest and encourages citizens to assist their republic with bank bonds that provide more gain "down the road." as the interest builds up.

As the economy appears to enter a crisis, the Federal Council has readied for an emergency session to review the speedily written bill of "Action Against Stagnation." The apparent proposal by the Federal Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development, Leonardo Salib, has promised the plan to be a solution, as Minister Salib described it as an "Action against economic stagnation since the turn of the 20th century." The bill has promised elements that have caused concern for frantic economic strategists and ordinary folk who wish to avoid a recession and see solutions tied to bureaucracy. Split between the praise of a plan of export diversification and a controversial opinion lowering taxes on foreign markets, investors, and corporations. Throughout the controversy, Chancellor Cohen has put his weight behind getting the bill through the Federal Council and praised his ministers for their "Commitment to stability and compromise." However, the compromise seems delicate, as leaked sources suggested that the Federal Minister of Economics Affairs, Luna Turan, has sworn to fight the bill every step with the Shawistani representatives and diet members nearly unanimously agreeing with her.

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The Election Season.

As early voting begins to start, it appears a lot is on the mind of the average person as voting attendance seems to be up; from the word of a ballot watcher in Alba by the name of Batya, "The post office was so full that it people had to wait outside for hours!" It is every Dirian's responsibility to vote this year, as with every election cycle at the state or federal level, and you can find proper polling places for your vote either from your local government or on the back of this paper! However, most theorists believe this year could level the fields for more minor parties, such as the Dirian Worker's Party. Opinions voiced by interviewed residents of Etaroh suggest that the Dirian Worker's Party seems to be beating out the Union of the Republican Centre. A similar occurrence has happened for the opposite spectrum as voters flock from the Conservative Coalition Party to the National Unity Party in Shawistan. The current leading party, the URC, has nonetheless maintained its current priorities of the status quo as the CCP begins to divert its former messages of beating back the reds to promises of increased taxation protections and lower business taxes.

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A Rising Political Manifesto?

A rising success has hit the Dirian novel and political scene, written by scholar Keyhan Kamran; The Dirian Haboob portrays itself as a unifying manifestation coinciding by accident in a time of crisis and needed reassurance. The book highlights the ideological foundations of the republic and the purpose for which they stand and to preserve them. It also mentions complex problems for every party Kamran sees as significant. Most parties seem understandably disturbed but understand the book's views; however, the URC has found issues with fears of provocative actions if the standards of Kamran become a reality. At the same time, the DWP has applauded its foundations as a keystone piece of political literature.

Ending Manuscript from the bestselling novel, The Dirian Haboob:

"The Dirian Federation, the federation, has stood alone as a shining example of the republican ideal in its corner of the world. Her light is bright as her dreams loudly cry out for all good men's liberation. But as many now think, our nation is not what it should be, and it can be better, my fellow compatriots. Just a year ago, we had a disaster that killed dozens, and our government remained ineffective, blamed the heroes, and refused to acknowledge it. Now petty divides of budget plague our nation, and the economy remains stagnant, hurting the lives of our own. We cannot let this be, for Diria exists in a critical hour. With its dust and storm clouds, the haboob has been swirling over our cities, the continent, and Ouhiri. Vultures from outside our borders are licking their lips seeking Diria as their own, and the drumbeats of war echo around us. Diria must stand holdfast, Diria must survive, endure, for the pages of history have taught what comes when we have no voice and no land of our own, and we must now protect and voice for it, or we will never have it again. If that means breaking isolation, and sacrificing our black gold to better our people, so be it. Our forefathers sacrificed for our liberation, and we must honor their legacy while keeping our home independent and free. We need a more robust economy, one not reliant on a resource not yet sought, and a balanced budget equal for all. Alongside our economy, our government needs to show the world a Dirian voice and the opening of relations which other republics that help one another in need. Finally, we must answer the cries of liberation. We must make our flag, mottos, and anthems fly true."