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KINGDOM OF MOUNT VEMA
The Vema Seamount Territory
The Vema Seamount Territory
Geographic Location:
31 38' S 8° 20' E
31 38' S 8° 20' E
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History
The evolution of Vema Seamount (Mount Vema), a submerged ancient island which has eroded by millions of years of wave action, from its claim in 2006, more than 50 years after it was discovered in the late 1950s stands as an unprecedented phenomenon in the history human evolution.
Before the year 2006, Mount Vema was never a nation or part of a nation, an empire or part of an empire, nor a trusteeship. Its sovereignty, declared in 2006 by Peter J. Goldishman does not represent "independence" in the strict sense, but rather a significant nationhood event which is the founding date of the nation.
The establishment of statehood by Peter J. Goldishman based on this ancient island once at the surface of the sea, and now below sea level, gave birth to a new Monarchy and what is now officially known as Kingdom of Mount Vema.
The Story of the Kingdom of Mount Vema, is inextricably linked with that of its founding father The Vema Seamount Authority -Peter Goldishman. The story of Peter is a journey that begun in Lobito, Angola where he was born ,and it is very much part of the South Atlantic East and the story of ANGOLA, NAMIBIA, AND SOUTH AFRICA.
As a child he witnessed and met many of the men of SWAPO of Namibia, the ANC of South Africa, the Cubans and his fellow Angolans that were part of the struggles, where many gave their lives for freedom back in the 1980s against the apartheid South Africa so the region could be set free.
The struggle for some of the people of that era, ended after the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale in the South of Angola, but it was from the Port of Lobito where day after day he and others witnessed the arrival of the men (whom he would eventually be called to join as he was coming to age) who came to join that battle which led to the peace treaty mediated by the United States, and which concluded with the freedom of Nelson Mandela, and the independence of Namibia.
In the end Peter did not have to put on the uniform. Still in his teens when that battle ended, he left Angola, and when in his late twenties he moved to the United Kingdom, where the charts of the South Atlantic were presented to him by chance and ‘Vema’ was brought to his attention. At that time there was nothing about Vema Seamount on the internet or anywhere else. Very few people knew it existed.
Today, Mount Vema is a well-managed territory. The once overfished and almost forgotten submerged island, has been propelled to a well-managed and well-regulated fishing ground, transformed to its greatest ever imagined state of wealth and prominence.
Before the year 2006, Mount Vema was never a nation or part of a nation, an empire or part of an empire, nor a trusteeship. Its sovereignty, declared in 2006 by Peter J. Goldishman does not represent "independence" in the strict sense, but rather a significant nationhood event which is the founding date of the nation.
The establishment of statehood by Peter J. Goldishman based on this ancient island once at the surface of the sea, and now below sea level, gave birth to a new Monarchy and what is now officially known as Kingdom of Mount Vema.
The Story of the Kingdom of Mount Vema, is inextricably linked with that of its founding father The Vema Seamount Authority -Peter Goldishman. The story of Peter is a journey that begun in Lobito, Angola where he was born ,and it is very much part of the South Atlantic East and the story of ANGOLA, NAMIBIA, AND SOUTH AFRICA.
As a child he witnessed and met many of the men of SWAPO of Namibia, the ANC of South Africa, the Cubans and his fellow Angolans that were part of the struggles, where many gave their lives for freedom back in the 1980s against the apartheid South Africa so the region could be set free.
The struggle for some of the people of that era, ended after the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale in the South of Angola, but it was from the Port of Lobito where day after day he and others witnessed the arrival of the men (whom he would eventually be called to join as he was coming to age) who came to join that battle which led to the peace treaty mediated by the United States, and which concluded with the freedom of Nelson Mandela, and the independence of Namibia.
In the end Peter did not have to put on the uniform. Still in his teens when that battle ended, he left Angola, and when in his late twenties he moved to the United Kingdom, where the charts of the South Atlantic were presented to him by chance and ‘Vema’ was brought to his attention. At that time there was nothing about Vema Seamount on the internet or anywhere else. Very few people knew it existed.
Today, Mount Vema is a well-managed territory. The once overfished and almost forgotten submerged island, has been propelled to a well-managed and well-regulated fishing ground, transformed to its greatest ever imagined state of wealth and prominence.
The Mount Vema Territory
Area
- Mean Base: The mean base diameter of Mount Vema is about 60 kilometers, and the plateau-like summit is approximately 14 kilometers in diameter, with the highest peak located on the southern flank. However, the total area includes its territorial waters of about 200 nautical miles. (see maritime claims)
- Land: About 5% of land will be reclaimed as part of the network of concrete barriers to protect the floating city and key infrastructures from the destructive force of the wind and waves.
Capital
At present, the Mount Vema Government runs the territory from its diplomatic premises overseas. However, the Capital of the Kingdom of Mount Vema will be at the District of Neverland–Seat of the Monarchy and Diplomatic Embassies, and the capital of the City of Mount Vema will be the District of Maryland–Seat of the Elected Government.
The Flag
The Flag of the State
Flag Description
Two equal horizontal bands of white (top) and gold, with a navy blue (top) and red square bordering the white center which represents peace.
Two equal horizontal bands of white (top) and gold, with a navy blue (top) and red square bordering the white center which represents peace.
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Population
Religion
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Demonym(s) / Gentilic
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Government |
LegislatureBicameral Congress
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- Monarch: His Mount Vema Majesty King Peter J Goldishman - The Vema Seamount Authority
- Prime Minister: Note, The Sovereign is currently the acting Prime Minister
Formation
- 2006
National Holiday: Independence Day, August 1st | Independence: 2006 (beginning of permanent rule by the Monarchy of Mount Vema) Before the year 2006, Mount Vema was never a nation or part of a nation, an empire or part of an empire, nor a trusteeship. 2006 does not represent "independence" in the strict sense, but rather a significant nationhood event which is the founding date of the nation. The significant establishment of statehood based on an ancient island (known today as Vema Seamount) which has eroded by millions of years of wave action.
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Calling Code
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ISO Code
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Country code top-level domain (ccTLD)
- Code: .com, and .ov (proposed)
Origin of the Name
Mount Vema which pronunciation is,
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(Mount Vema) is a volcanic rock, an intraplate volcano known as the 'Vema hotspot' which have moved farther west, about 200 kilometres, after it was created more than 11 million years ago. The island which eroded to be later known as a sea mount was discovered by a vessel called Vema, and became known as Vema Seamount, which is now with its adjacent waters a sovereign territory controlled by the Vema Seamount Authority (The Head of the Royal Family of Mount Vema).
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Government & Politics
His Mount Vema Majesty King Peter Goldishman is the Head of State, and the titular leader of the territory who represents the state at official and ceremonial functions. However, The Head of Government, which post is currently vacant, is the Prime Minister of Mount Vema, the official who is in charge of The Capital House administration which, is the main administrative body with duties to manage the day-to-day domestic activities of His Mount Vema Majesty's Government.
Cabinet: The Cabinet is composed of a body of high-ranking advisers who run the ministerial departments. They are nominated by the Prime Minister, and appointed by the Monarch. However because the post of Prime Minister is currently vacant, the Head of State is currently also the Acting Prime Minister and delegates the work to the departments run by freelancers with specialist knowledge in their field of expertise.
Elections: The Monarchy is hereditary, followed by general elections to elect a Prime Minister who governs for a four years term. The Congress of Mount Vema >>>read more
Cabinet: The Cabinet is composed of a body of high-ranking advisers who run the ministerial departments. They are nominated by the Prime Minister, and appointed by the Monarch. However because the post of Prime Minister is currently vacant, the Head of State is currently also the Acting Prime Minister and delegates the work to the departments run by freelancers with specialist knowledge in their field of expertise.
Elections: The Monarchy is hereditary, followed by general elections to elect a Prime Minister who governs for a four years term. The Congress of Mount Vema >>>read more
Foreign Relations
Mount Vema's current foreign policy is to consistently implement a policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, co-operation, and development, as well as openness and diversification/multilateralization with international relations. Mount Vema declares itself a friend and partner of all countries in the international community, regardless of their political affiliation, by expressing its willingness to actively taking part in international and regional cooperative development projects.>>>overseas services
ECONOMY
The Economy of Mount Vema
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Financial Year: September 1st to August 31st
Currency: Mount Vema golle (VSG) Budget: Revenues: 200 billion golles (2030 est.) Expenditures: 120 billion golles (2030 est.) Note: Expenditures include both operational and development |
The Currency of Mount Vema
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GDP
The Kingdom of Mount Vema has a prosperous economy, based on a comparison of GDP measured at purchasing power parity conversion rates. The Mount Vema real estate although off-plan, is already highly valuable. The 1.6 trillion golles total value of the Kingdom of Mount Vema entire projected property stock and the Vema Seamount territory itself is more than the combined gross domestic products (GDP) of some well-developed countries. The Vema Seamount territory with its marine life alone is an asset that represents the value of ownership of the Vema Seamount Authority that can be converted into cash as collateral at any time to enable His Mount Vema Majesty’s Government to raise finance to pay for the country’s obligations...>>>more
MILITARY | LAW ENFORCEMENT | RESCUE SERVICES
Historic Pictures of the Explorations of Vema Seamount - 1964
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MOUNT VEMA - KINGDOM OF MOUNT VEMA - THE VEMA SEAMOUNT TERRITORY
ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISIONS
COUNTRY
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COUNTRY CODE
COUNTRY CODES IN USE Mount Vema Country Code: OV / MOV Mount Vema Numeric Country Code: 507 Currency Code: VSG Top-Level Domain: .com, and .ov (proposed) Proposed Telephone Country Code: +294 |
