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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: Today at 05:01:45 PM »

Juglander Review

Mktvartvelo: Infrastructure Plan announced by national government



Malkhaz Ochkhikidze, Minister of Economic Development, has announced the launching of a "National Development Plan", with an initial cost of 1.6 billion USD, aimed to fund infrastructure projects.

The Plan will be administered and reviewed through an interministerial commission between the Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, the Ministry of the Treasury, and the Ministry of the State. "We are hopeful to increase the span of this plan once a national budget is finally passed in the parliament", Ochkhikidze declared.

The minister has declared that one of the aims of the plan would be to reduce the gap between the top and lowest provinces and regions, as well as stimulate economic growth and employment.

Ochkhikidze also confirmed that the new announced spending will not include the Social Housing Project already announced by the Ministry of Housing and Social Policy. "Both plans have some obvious share aims, of course", Ochkhikidze argued, "under a comprehensive national vision, but they will have also some differences in their goals and focus, as it is natural".





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Convention Centre / Re: Bride of the Emperor - IC Thread
« on: Today at 04:37:01 PM »
Tinatin had not shared the obvious disappointment of the other contenders. The whole affair had stopped to be that amusing for her, even after the entertaining news of Irene's depart. She simply shrugged when she read the announcement. She wondered if the rest of the process would offer something useful for her.

Noble Lady Shin, instead, had taken the time after the last test for some self-examination, despite her overtly positive result. Every morning, she woke up early, lighted a candle, washed her face and arms, and meditated before a brief walk through the space around the camp. After their lunch, she carefully wrote about her own thoughts about the contests and the other contestants. She attempted to find if there was any system behind what the contestants had offered in the previous tests and their results. The message surprised her. She wondered if she had overlooked the differences between her own expectations and the demands of their hosts. She had been surprised that they were not demanded to express their own thoughts and their communication skills, or inquire on their personal and world views.

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Vignettes / Re: Mktvartvelo: Blood, Soul, and Power
« on: March 27, 2024, 09:07:37 PM »

Okros Baghebi Villa, Ktsatskuri


Orivegza Mgaloblishvili arrived to the mountainous style palace. A young woman welcomed him. "Good afternoon, Your Excellency. Madame is awaiting in the Autumn greenhouse. If you don't mind, I will take you there".

"Sure", Orivegza replied. He silently observed the gardens, the architecture of the place, including the solitary tower, as they walked through the stone pavement which led there.

When they arrived, the doors of the Autumn greenhouse were open. Inside, there were stone columns and walls, inside the glass structure, with a large number of flowers and small plants. Finally, they arrived at the center, where there was a wide space, in a circle. There, sat down in a comfortable chair along a metallic table was the host, Ketilshobili Shengelaia, considered the matriarch of the Ertviani clan.

How are you, spokesman?", Shengelaia welcomed him. "I hope you don't mind to receive you here. However, I find this place very comfy, particularly in sunny days at this time of the year, even more than my best hall inside. If one doesn't mind the humidity, of course".

"No, it's fine", Orivegza replied.

"Excellent!", Shengelaia said. "Would you like to drink anything? Maybe a hot and sweet tea? Those are at least my favourite at this hour. Sopho, why wouldn't you bring a selection from this home?".

"Yes, thank you", Orivegza replied. The young woman left, leaving them alone.

"It was pleased when I heard the news about your election", Shengelaia said. "It was disappointed that it didn't result in a real understanding and a better outcome, of course".

"It was not easy", Orivegza replied. "We were willing to make a compromise but the offer of the Conservative Party was not simply realistic. At the end, it came too early. Once it was too late for an agreement for the presidency, we were in a dead end".

"You seem to have a longer path in mind", Shengelaia added. "I was never, of course, interested in politics. It is not clearly my field. However, such failure, or if you prefer, lack of initiative, is already having an effect on all of us".

"It is complicated to reach an agreement against the clock when they, as we can see now", Orivegza continued, "were still doubting as they were pondering what they can obtain in both direction. I was also, of course, under pressure by my own side. It was a new scenario for all of us and therefore it was difficult to predict. I am confident that things will move to our direction, and we will move so the damage can be reduced in the meantime".

"I'm afraid it already started", Shengelaia said with a bitter smile as they were served their team. "I am having the black with berries today", she demanded.

"I will follow then", Orivegza said.

"Still, I found as amusing as offensive that the Rokkenjimans thought they could find my in the ranks of the government than being declared their official enemy", Shengelaia added. "I sm not so confident as yourself. Many share the concern that this could easily spread too quickly and dissolve everything we have build and connect through so many years. But I have to trust your initiative. I am not planning, of course, to be involved personally, that has never been our style, but I can recognize which card we have left".

"I'm glad and honoured to hear that", Orivegza replied. "I did not, of course, expect otherwise. It is better to keep a distance, but it will be helpful that it will be an understanding on what really matters".

"I am hopeful that is the case", Shengelaia said. "Let's hope we are not all wrong".



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Sporting Hub / Re: Mundus Cycling Cup 2024
« on: March 26, 2024, 09:21:02 PM »

Albrektberg Classic 2024
(Men's)

1 - Kazushi Eto (Hachinobu Suisei) 6:23:50
2 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meergesellen) + 00:00
3 - Paul Johnstone (Tolsenn-Lark) + 00:00
4 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:00
5 - Lars Aaltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 00:14
6 - Karl Sturmwald (SV Meergesellen) + 00:31
7 - Shalva Kvachantiradze (MKTkom) + 01:24
8 - Walden Gjeldnes (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:42
9 - Daisaku Fujimoto (Hachinobu Suisei) + 02:05
10 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) + 02:09
11 - Paul Newcombe (Phoenix Cycling) + 02:10
12 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom)  + 02:29
13 - Ramaz Gamkrelidze (MKTkom) + 02:31
14 - Levan Chabradze (MKTkom) + 02:39
15 - Friedrich Wagner (SV Meergesellen) + 05:16
16 - Asketyll Omdahl (MKTkom) + 05:18
17 - Kimmo Peltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 05:26
18 - Graham Donnelly (Tolsenn-Lark) + 05:30
19 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) + 07:20
20 - Mainio Salminen (AABL-Ujredi) + 07:35



Albrektberg Classic 2024
(Women's)

1 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) 3:32:29
2 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:00
3 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) + 00:00
4 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) + 00:00
5 - Isabelle Triefstein (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:00
6 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:06
7 - Eter Dzindzichasvili (MKTkom)  + 00:09
8 - Lenza Sverdrup (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:10
9 - Eveliina Makela (MKTkom) + 00:11
10 - Fryda Andersen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:12
11 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:15
12 - Sammy Lawson  (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:17
13 - Veronika Chayka (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:20
14 - Nanami Esashika (Higanbana) + 00:21
15 - Praskoyya Mikhailov (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:23
16 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:31
17 - Emma Asserssen (MKTkom) + 00:46
18 - Lidochka Fyodorov (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:47
19 - Lucretia Cardea (AureaTerra) + 00:49
20 - Cecily Dynara (Westbay) + 01:17



Mundus Cycling Cup - Overall Standings

Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) - 67 points
2 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) - 66 points
3 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) - 45 points
4 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meersegellen) - 40 points
5 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) - 35 points
6 - Paul Johnstone (Tolsenn-Lark) - 34 points
7 - Kazushi Eto (Hachinobu Suisei) - 27 points
8 - Germund Strand (AABL-Ujredi) - 24 points
9 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom) - 19  points
10 - Lars Aaltonen (AABL-Ujredi) - 14 points


Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Tolsenn-Lark - 145 points
2 - Phoenix Cycling - 91 points
3 - AABL-Ujredi - 70 points
4 - SV Meergesellen - 68 points
5 - Hachinobu Seisei - 65 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 79 points
2 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) - 68 points
3 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) - 58 points
4 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) - 56 points
5 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) - 28 points
6 - Natela Iludidze (MKTkom) - 25 points
7 - Eveliina Makela (MKTkom) - 18 points
8 - Eter Dzindzichasvili (MKTkom) - 17 points
9 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 17 points
10 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix  Cycling) - 16 points
                                       

Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Higanbana - 131 points
2 - Pelagiya-Semelberg - 104 points
3 - MKTkom - 62 points
4 - Westbay - 60 points
5 - Kommuna Ladies - 57 points



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Vignettes / Re: Asadal Playhouse
« on: March 26, 2024, 06:37:18 PM »
Heavenly Palace, Hwangjin



Grand King Wonhyo awaints in the Throne Hall in the Heavenly Palace. Along him, there is merely Prince Yun. Two guards bring Choe Yak-yong in, who slowly enters in handcuffs. Choe Yak-yong, a scholar and monk, is rather wearing regular and old clothing. As he enters, lost in his own thoughts, he is forced to kneel and bow, something he does without opposition.



Choe Yak-yong: Your Grand Majesty, I would not have imagined to have the honour to be here in the present circumstances.

Grand King Wonhyo: It is, indeed, unpleasant the circumstance that causes your visit.

Choe Yak-yong: Excuse me, Your Grand Majesty. Could you free my hands? I understand your concerns, and all those around you, giving the ominous and despicable precedent, but an old man like myself can not be considered as a serious threat, if you allow me such petition.

Grand King Wonhyo: You're right. Proceed as he asked.

Grand Royal Guards: Yes, Your Grand Majesty.

Choe Yak-yong: Thank you, Your Grand Majesty. My body is weak and therefore I can't think clearly as they seem to stop the circulation.

Grand King Wonhyo: It is, of course, a moment in which many here would argue that giving time and space to scholars to think is something that may bring more evil than good.

Choe Yak-yong: I would disagree with that assertion,  Your Grand Majesty. I have always suggested that the source of evil is not found in the mind, but in the passions.

Grand King Wonhyo: I am aware of that. I have not forgotten it. But I wonder if you remember it, of course.

Choe Yak-yong: I am afraid I don't follow you, Your Grand Majesty.

Grand King Wonhyo: It has been a long time, of course, maybe close to two decades already. I was much younger, of course, but despite my memories are still somehow dizzy these days, I remember clearly those days in Seongji.

Choe Yak-yong: It can't be possible! Excuse me, Your Grand Majesty, I ignored it. I can hardly imagine...

Grand King Wonhyo: Don't worry, my existence was much simple in those days. But let's not to look back in the past.

Choe Yak-yong: I suppose that I should be grateful that the heaven granted me to have distinguished students without my own knowledge.

Grand King Wonhyo: Yes, I did not imagine that I would be sat down here today as well, to be honest. And you were in a better standing back them.

Choe Yak-yong: I would say that my standing did not change since I left these palace, many years ago. Until very recently by such sad events. I apologize for not being able to recognize you, Your Grand Majesty.

Grand King Wonhyo: Why did not you join the Council of Seven?

Choe Yak-yong: I am not interested in power, Your Grand Majesty. While a ruler must be interested in wisdom, it is not recommendable for a scholar to become a ruler. I left the place as I was not interested to become a stranger or a dissonant voice. Such person can only become an enemy and I did not wish to become one to some of those who I had respected for a long time, even if they chose a wrong path.

Grand King Wonhyo: This, of course, doesn't surprise me and it is what I had imagined. However, I can understand it has not helped your case.

Choe Yak-yong: I am well aware of that, Your Grand Majesty. I understand that it would not be wise to ask Your Grand Majesty to intercede. However, I would ask to consider the circumstances, and these men are hardly men who are involved in worldly affairs, and they reacted poorly under a heavy pressure. A punishment would be unavoidable, of course, but if I would be asked I suggest one that brings order and obedience, not tension or fear. Regarding those who were involved in the execution of such unwise plans, justice should be implemented without mercy.

Grand King Wonhyo: As you said, a punishment is duly when some of the worst crimes are encouraged and carried out. One could argue that those who are involved with the meaning of ideas and morality than those poor subjects who are moved by their passions too often. In any case, it would not be wise for me to be involved personally in the affairs of justice. My duty should be protect justice rather than administering, as much as that is possible. Unless there is some need for correction.

Choe Yak-yong: I understand, Your Grand Majesty. It is a decision that I would advice, if it was humanely possible, of course.

Grand King Wonhyo: For now, my curiosity was satisfied. You can retire.

Choe Yak-yong: I hope you are not wrong, Your Grand Majesty.

Grand King Wonhyo: I hope as well.




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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: March 25, 2024, 12:22:25 PM »

Juglander Review

Mktvartvelo: National Assembly passes tax reform



The National Assembly passed the Fair Taxation Act, proposed by the national government, by a 357-241 vote.

The legislation will reduce corporate taxation to a 20% from the current 29% while further establishing a progressive income taxation to up to a maximum rate of 51%. The reform also involves the replacement of the existing sale tax by a value added tax with a rate of 20% for most goods and services, with only a few exemptions.

Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia described the legislation as "a fairer and simple taxation, aimed to improve economic growth and modernizing as well as strengthen the state".

Silamaze Arsenidze, Minister of the Treasury, is confident that the legislation will advance without opposition in the Council of State so it can immediately become law in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo. "We have aimed to advance a law which is both fairer and helps to increase economic growth for all sectors of the economy". Arsenidze declared that her ministry will be focused right now to advance a national budget in the coming weeks. "A balanced budget and a modern economy are required to advance in more social programs and improved services", she declared.



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Vignettes / Re: Mktvartvelo: Blood, Soul, and Power
« on: March 25, 2024, 10:41:18 AM »
Shoreuli Sakhli Palace, Ktsatskuri


"Your Most High Majesty", Eka Chkhartishvili said as she encountered the Brzdmtsveli in the wide gardens of the palace.

"Eka!", Ketevan exclaimed. "I'm glad to finally see you face to face once again".

"It is always a pleasure", Eka replied. "I had never imagined I'd walk through these garden in such circumstances".

"Neither I did!", Ketevan replied. "Would you like to have anything?", she asked.

"No, thank you", Eka answered. "I come from a business lunch, and I had enough".

"Yes, I imagine you have been busy lately", Ketevan replied.

"Indeed, indeed", Eka replied with a smile. "This whole situation has postponed some of our plans. I hope that, fortunately, it is only an isolated incident".

"It is likely the third time I was most solicited since I move here", Ketevan replied. "As the other times, it was difficult to say where their intentions and hopes were really at".

"Yes, of course", Eka said. "One should judge advice as much as actions. No, I do no think it is wise for you to be involved, even less in this context. Everything is uncertain, and once you do a move, it will be difficult to go back. No, it is better to take a distance".

"I feel that is sincere because that is something you seemed good at", Ketevan replied with a wry expression.

"Maybe", Eka replied with a smile. "I heard your daughters were in Azavrelia".

"Indeed", Ketevan replied. "I'm not glad about it, but I felt they would have a calm that they will not have here, even when they are really left out of all the daily business. And it will be a great chance for them, after all".

"Certainly", Eka replied, "they couldn't complain of the chance you have given then. I heard that Marlena is in charge of the school now. How times passes!".

"Indeed", Ketevan said with a smile, as she looked back in her mind to some decades back. She had just joined as a teacher in my last year there. Even so, she was still something different to the other teachers".

"I imagine it would have been much more amusing to meet her when she was barely experienced, indeed", Eka replied. "Anyway, you can't complain. My father would could only dream about us being there without paying a penny!".

"Come on! It was your mother who paid it", Ketevan replied.

"Indeed, indeed", Eka replied. "But he always took seriously his role".

"As it should be", Ketevan quickly replied. "How is he nowadays?".

"He is fine of course", Eka answered. "He is, of course, a bit spiritless since he retired. I feel he got used to that frenzied lifestyle. But he's healthy enough and it's only a matter of time he gets used to it".

"Glad to hear", Ketevan replied. "Let's continue inside", she added. "I always feel the urge of a tea at this time of the day".

"Excellent", Eka added, nodding and following the Brzdmtsveli.




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Sporting Hub / Re: Mundus Cycling Cup 2024
« on: March 20, 2024, 12:37:24 AM »

Lacuna Classic 2024
(Men's)

1 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) 6:24:01
2 - Paul Johnstone (Tolsenn-Lark) + 00:00
3 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:00
4 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom) + 00:01
5 - Kimmo Peltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 00:15
6 - Daniel Longbridge (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:52
7 - Shalva Kvachantiradze (MKTkom) + 01:04
8 - Martial Giove (AureaTerra) + 01:19
9 - Friedrich Wagner (SV Meergesellen) + 01:26
10 - Germund Strand  (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:26
11 - Ramaz Gamkrelidze (MKTkom) + 01:28
12 - Imeda Kupatadze (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:28
13 - Timothy Coulter (Phoenix Cycling) + 01:32
14 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meergesellen) + 02:45
15 - Sasu Saarinen (AABL-Ujredi) + 03:09
16 - Kang Young-chul (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 03:44
17 - Tariel Kipiani (MKTkom) + 04:21
18 - Nero Sextus (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 04:49
19 - Choi Ung (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 05:27
20 - Otto Schulz (SV Meergesellen) + 06:35



Lacuna Classic 2024
(Women's)

1 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) 3:32:32
2 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) + 00:00
3 - Eveliina Makela (MKTkom) + 00:00
4 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) + 00:00
5 - Astrid Bergstrom (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:00
6 - Ingrid Hügel (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:00
7 - Eter Dzindzichasvili (MKTkom) + 00:05
8 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) + 00:05
9 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:10
10 - Cecily Dynara (Westbay) + 00:10
11 - Aleksandrina Chaykovsky (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:25
12 - Ragna Knudsen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:31
13 - Silvia Helvia (AureaTerra) + 00:36
14 - Greta Reinhardt (AureaTerra) + 00:37
15 - Fryda Andersen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:37
16 - Sanae Osumi (Higanbana) + 00:39
17 - Aurelia Junia (AureaTerra) + 00:41
18 - Aquila Caelia (AureaTerra) + 00:41
19 - Quintina Ceres (AureaTerra) + 00:45
20 - Lidochka Fyodorov (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 01:00



Mundus Cycling Cup - Overall Standings

Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) - 66 points
2 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) - 55 points
3 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) - 43 points
4 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) - 35 points
5 - Germund Strand (AABL-Ujredi) - 24 points
6 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meersegellen) - 22 points
7 - Paul Johnstone (Tolsenn-Lark) - 19 points
8 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom) - 18 points
9 - Hans Richter (SV Meergesellen) - 13 points
10 - Kimmo Peltonen (AABL-Ujredi) - 13 points


Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Tolsenn-Lark - 128 points
2 - Phoenix Cycling - 78 points
3 - AABL-Ujredi - 59 points
4 - SV Meergesellen - 44 points
5 - Hachinobu Seisei - 38 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 61 points
2 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) - 44 points
3 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) - 43 points
4 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) - 43 points
5 - Natela Iludidze (MKTkom) - 25 points
6 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) - 23 points
7 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix  Cycling) - 16 points
8 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 16 points
9 - Eveliina Makela (MKTkom) - 16 points
10 - Ingrid Hügel (Gamsbärte 1890) - 15 points                                           


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Higanbana - 90 points
2 - Pelagiya-Semelberg - 84 points
3 - MKTkom - 56 points
4 - Westbay - 48 points
5 - Kommuna Ladies - 46 points



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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: March 16, 2024, 10:23:12 AM »

Juglander Review

Mktvartvelo: National Renovation rises in poll after legislative election



Momavali Inc., one of the most prominent polling companies in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo, released the first poll after the 2024 legislative election.

According to the survey, if elections were held today, about 52% of voters declared they would vote for the pro-government National Renovation, a considerable increase considering the election was held about twenty days ago.

The Liberal Democratic Party would consolidate as the second most voted political party, although without any significant increase, with an estimation of 23-25% of the vote. Meanwhile, the right-wing Coalition of the True Right would receive 8-11% of the vote, while the Conservative Party is estimated to receive 7-9% of the vote.

Center-left Radical Democratic Party would received 4-5%, while the Moderate Alignment would receive to 3-4%, same estimation that the left-leaning nationalist Social National Party.

Inga Ushkaladze, the national government spokesperson, has declared that the government does not aim to govern with polls in mind but "rather serve the interests of the citizens". However, she indicated that it "could be a warning to that minority insisting that the National Assembly should block any government initiative in the name of the people".



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Vignettes / Re: Asadal Playhouse
« on: March 15, 2024, 11:23:45 PM »
Heavenly Palace, Hwangjin



Grand King Wonhyo receives Chief General Kim, head of the Central Ground Army, along the three senior ministers of the State Council.



Chief General Kim: The order has been restored in the urban centers and the plains, Your Grand Majesty. The costs and damage was, unfortunately, higher than expected, as we decided to push forward as much as possible, in order to not allow the enemy to reorganize itself. This was mostly successful, as their headquarters were left isolated before our last large offensive. But giving the territory and the scale, we avoided a worse situation.

Grand Wonhyo: That doesn't sound too encouraging, unfortunately. What kind of scenario had you in mind?

Chief General Kim: We tried to avoid fighting in urban areas as much as possible, but we had still some important losses and many civilians were caught in between. A number of villages were completely destroyed and the we were forced to displace a large number of villagers in contested areas. The economic damage was considerate as the enemy burned the fields as they had advanced.

Deputy Chief State Minister Oh: To my knowledge, this affected mostly, although not exclusively, coca and tobacco fields. This will force us to deploy aid during a long time, but we avoided a larger crisis as it did not disrupt the subsistence economy as much as we feared.

Chief General Kim: That's right, for the most part, Your Excellency.

Grand King Wonhyo: I see. It makes sense. What's the situation right now then?

Deputy Chief State Minister Oh: As Jihyeugidung surrendered without resistance, Your Grand Majesty, the instigators and leaders, at least of the religious wing of the movement finally surrendered. Choe Yak-yong, and some of his associated had abandoned the movement earlier to a distant monastery. But I am convinced they have no way to escape and he will be immediately arrested. What remains of their civilian and armed contingent managed to flee toward the mountainous areas. I had ordered, Your Grand Majesty, the Royal Corps to lead the offensive against the insurgency.

Deputy Chief State Minister Oh: As much as we were able to do so in the current circumstances, Your Grand Majesty, we started to administer justice. However, giving the seriousness of their crime, the most important conspirators were isolated in a military prison, while they will await their fate and punishment.

Grand King Wonhyo: A crime is a crime and it can't remain unpunished. However, you should avoid as much as publicity as possible.

Chief State Minister Jungjin Um: I agree on that judgement, Your Grand Majesty. I have suggested that our embassies start to prepare to dismiss any kind of allegations about the situation.

Third State Minister Hongju: For my part, I ordered that no foreigner or suspects was allowed to enter or leave the region.

Chief General Kim: Such order was successfully carried out to my knowledge, Your Grand Majesty. All foreigners remain in our custody.

Grand King Wonhyo: Do not overreact. Let's move cautiously.

Deputy Chief State Minister Oh: Yes, Your Grand Majesty.

Grand King Wonhyo: Regarding that so-called Council of Seven and Choe Yak-yong, my wish is that they are brought to Hwangjin as soon as possible. It would be better if they could be judged here. And I am curious if they can be offer us some benefit in their defeat. I demand that no process start until they arrive and we can plan the next step. As all of you know, I had some plans for this coming season.

Deputy Chief State Minister Oh: I see, Your Grand Majesty...Your orders will be immediately followed.

Grand King Wonhyo: It is enough for now. Provide all resources required to put an end to this. It should not obstruct our plans.

Chief State Minister Jungjin Um: Yes, Your Grand Majesty.



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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: March 14, 2024, 08:37:41 PM »
Juglander Review

Sports: Natela Iludidze wins 2024 Meridiem Classic



Natela Iludidze, the 2023 Mktvartvelo women's National Road Race champion, won her first Mundus Cycling Cup, the prestigious Meridiem Classic, as she defeated favourites Katerina Shvets and Tsuneko Hijikata in the final metres. Juglander Ragna Knudsen finished 4th in a group of seven riders.

"It was a tough day, but as the kilometres passed, I felt somehow better and better", the young Mktvartvelian rider declared. "To be honest, I was not sure if I could be able to make it at the end, as Eter [Dzindzichasvili] and I found ourselves isolated in the last twenty kilometres or so", she continued. "I was not expecting when I follow their wheels that it was going to be the definitive group, to be honest, but I kept concentrated despite such strong and selected group".

"I couldn't believe it even as I crossed the line!", she continued. "I am so happy, it was already a honour to be here with my team. It was quite different than when the Tour of Khelvakheli, of course. Sometimes, expectations are too high but I am convinced that we will be able to repeat this success if we keep working as hard as these last weeks".

After becoming the first rider from Mktvartvelo to win one of the three iconic Ardian classics, she and her teammates will try to continue their luck in the Lacuna Classic.



Mktvartvelo to launch satellite


The Unitary State of Mktvartvelo is expected to launch a new satellite to space, Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia announced, after several reported postponements.

The satellite is expected to outlive the current SUS-SAT satellites. The last model, SUS-SAT-7, failed to reach the orbit seven years ago, as it was lost by falling into ocean due to malfunction 11 minutes and fifty-six seconds after lift-off.

The new satellite has been named as MKTsat will be operated by Mktvartveli Erovnuli Tanamgzavri for communications and security purposes.



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Sporting Hub / Re: Mundus Cycling Cup 2024
« on: March 13, 2024, 08:38:44 PM »

Meridiem Classic 2024
(Men's)

1 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) 6:24:30
2 - Germund Strand (AABL-Ujredi) + 00:00
3 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) + 00:00
4 - Mainio Salminen (AABL-Ujredi) + 00:00
5 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) + 00:00
6 - Choi Ung (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 00:11
7 - Friedrich Wagner (SV Meergesellen) + 00:28
8 - Shalva Kvachantiradze (MKTkom) + 00:43
9 - Timothy Coulter (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:49
10 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meergesellen) + 00:53
11 - Lars Aaltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:27
12 - Levan Chabradze (MKTkom) + 01:49
13 - Kimmo Peltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:49
14 - Yvan Traverse (AureaTerra) + 01:50
15 - Cassius Appia (AureaTerra) + 01:51
16 - Paul Johnstone (Tolsenn-Lark) + 01:53
17 - Kim Hyung-min (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) +  01:53
18 - Paul Newcombe (Phoenix Cycling) + 01:54
19 - Nero Sextus (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 06:25
20 - Kozo Egashira (Hachinobu Suisei) + 07:05



Meridiem Classic 2024
(Women's)

1 - Natela Iludidze (MKTkom)  3:32:34
2 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:00
3 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) + 00:00
4 - Ragna Knudsen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:00
5 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) + 00:00
6 - Sammy Lawson (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:00
7 - Astrid Bergstrom (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:00
8 - Thora Bjerkness (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:06
9 - Eter Dzindzichasvili (MKTkom) + 00:09
10 - Chihaya Lei (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:14
11 - Zoe Carpenter (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:14
12 - Veronika Chayka (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:15
13 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:15
14 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:16
15 - Seo Hye-mi (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:19
16 - Fryda Andersen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:19
17 - Greta Reinhardt (AureaTerra) + 00:38
18 - Aurelia Junia (AureaTerra) + 00:43
19 - Lucretia Cardea (AureaTerra) + 00:44
20 - Aquila Caelia (AureaTerra) + 00:49



Mundus Cycling Cup - Overall Standings

Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) - 43 points
2 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) - 41 points
3 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) - 40 points
4 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) - 35 points
5 - Germund Strand (AABL-Ujredi) - 22 points
6 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meersegellen) - 21 points
7 - Hans Richter (SV Meergesellen) - 13 points
8 - Mainio Salminen (AABL-Ujredi) - 12 points
9 - Timothy Coulter (Phoenix Cycling) - 12 points
10 - Kang Young-chul (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) - 9 points


Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Tolsenn-Lark - 85 points
2 - Phoenix Cycling - 57 points
3 - AABL-Ujredi - 47 points
4 - SV Meergesellen - 41 points
5 - Hachinobu Seisei - 38 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) - 40 points
2 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 36 points
3 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) - 32 points
4 - Natela Iludidze (MKTkom) - 25 points
5 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) - 25 points
6 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) - 21 points
7 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix  Cycling) - 16 points
8 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 16 points
9 - Sammy Lawson (Phoenix Cycling) - 13 points
10 - Ragna Knudsen (Kommuna Ladies) - 12 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Higanbana - 68 points
2 - Pelagiya-Semelberg - 58 points
3 - Kommuna Ladies - 42 points
4 - MKTkom - 38 points
5 - Westbay - 34 points



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« on: March 13, 2024, 05:32:29 PM »

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Mktvartvelo: New regional media holding is established



Ormkhrivi Society, the owner of several local and regional newspapers including Abakha Dghes, in Abakha, and Bolo Saati, based in Khashumi, has reached an agreement with Generaluri Media (GM) to establish a new media holding, which has been registered as Mktvartveli Media Group (MMJ).

As a consequence, Mktvartveli Media Group will own 51% of the shares of Abakha Dghes and Bolo Saati in exchange of Ormkhrivi Society being granted 20% of the shares of Mktvartveli Media Group holding. Mktvartveli Media Group will also own a 10% of the shares in Eko, a daily newspaper from Azavrelia, and a 5% of the shares in Channel 9 (Channel 9 is already owned by Ormkhrivoba Ertianoba, a Mutual Insurance Company which is the majority shareholder of Ormkhrivi Society itself). Others investors include Datsva Investment, a defense sector company, which will own another 18% of the shares of Mktvartveli Media Group, and three large independent investors.

The move does not count exactly as a surprise, as both Bolo Saati and Abakha Dghes were reportedly facing important debts and increasing costs. It is unclear, however, how the move will affect the editorial policy of both newspapers, as one of the largest shareholders of Datsva Investment itself is Erovnuli Inprastrukturebi Company, which is owned by the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo. A spokesperson of Datsva Investments, however, has assured that their company is a publicly traded company and independent, with the aim to maximize revenues for its shareholders.

It is expected that a representative from Mktvartvelian Media Group will meet with the leadership of both newspapers and their staff to inform them a bout immediate changes, if that was the case.

A representative from Ormkhrivoba Ertianoba has declared that they are "highly satisfied" with the agreement, as they had planned to distance themselves from written media management for some time, in order to focus in their investments in television and industrial sectors. Therefore, he denied any intention of Ormkhrivoba Ertianoba to sell their shares from Channel 9 in the current circumstances.



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« on: March 11, 2024, 08:17:08 PM »

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Mktvartvelo: Ministry of Education to abolish tuition fees



Gulisa Paliashvili, Minister of Education, has announced the priority of her ministry to expanse the accessibility of tertiary and higher education for all citizens while improving the quality and standards of education at all levels.

Paliashvili, who was appointed minister five days ago, announced that the national government will stop to collect tuition fees at the tertiary level for citizens of the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo after the 2681 course, that is, from early 2025.

She announced that the national government aims to pass a education reform for primary and secondary education, aimed to improve the organization and autonomy of schools. Paliashvili announced that the government aims to establish a strictly prohibition in the use of tuition fees and selective admission in those levels, including in private schools. Instead, schools would be forced to use objective standards, approved by the Directorate of National Education. Such prohibition would not be immediate, Paliashvili explained, but it would be imposed through several phases, to last between two to eight years.

The propose was met with criticism and rejection by several education organizations. A spokesperson from the Dabasamkhret Charity Fund has argued that the proposal would only push down the quality of some of the best schools in the country, without offering a real improvement to most students.

Minister Paliashvili declared that the national government would be willing to discuss the proposal with the parliamentary groups and the civil society, but it is committed to the need of deep and necessary changes in the education system.



Sports: FK Sandberg starts to dream


FK Sanberg consolidated at the top of the Juglander Elite league after defeating Nanko FC by 1-2.

The day before, EMAC Albrektberg had suffered a surprising 4-0 defeat against Nordansk FK, which were and remain as the bottom team in the league with only three wins in sixteen matches.

FK Sandberg leads the league with three points ahead EMAC Sandberg and seven points ahead the incumbent champions, FK Albrektberg. Martin Siimes obtained his first win as FK Albrektberg main coach after having lost 0-3 against EMAC Albrektberg a week ago.

"It is barely an anecdote right now, with still twelve matches to be played", declared Jarkko Kairamo, the FK Sandberg coach. "We should only be thinking in our next match against SK Midtenstadt".

However, with FK Albrektberg poor season, FK Sandberg fans seem to disagree, as they feel this could be their chance. While FK Sandberg won the Juglander Cup in 2022, the last time they won the league was in the 2013-2014 season, when they won their fifth league title.




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Character Guides / Re: People of Mktvartvelo
« on: March 11, 2024, 06:12:25 PM »

Mukhran Khandztadze
Birth1977
ClanKvani
TitleNone
EducationSighnaki Military Academy, State College for National Security and Foreign Policy
Political affiliationUndeclared
RolesChief of Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister
FamilyParents: Zurab Mtserali (1949) and Lali Khandztadze (1951-2017)
Spouse(s): Makvala Beradze (1980)
Issues: Ramaz Beradze (2007)
BiographyKhandztadze completed her military formation in the Sighnaki Military Academy. He graduated in the State College for National Security and Foreign Policy in 2003, he joined the Directorate of Military Information. He headed an anti-smuggling unit from 2007 to 2011, before leaving the Directorate in 2012. In 2013, he gave courses on military intelligence in the State College for National Security and Foreign Policy. He became visiting scholar in the State College for National Security and Foreign Policy, giving lectures on military history from 2016 to 2019.

Khandztadze was appointed advisor to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for State Security in 2023. In early 2024, he was appointed as Chief of Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister.


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Character Guides / Re: People of Mktvartvelo
« on: March 11, 2024, 05:41:58 PM »
Assem Dilrabat
Birth1985
ClanTerani
TitleNone
EducationState College of Tetrumi, State College for National Security and Foreign Policy
Political affiliationNational Renovation
RolesMember of the National Assembly
FamilyParents: Kazy Kuchta (1957) and Suyku Dilrabat (1953)
Spouse(s): Zviad Khalvashi (1982)
Issues: Bermet Dilrabat (2011) and Zaya Dilrabat (2019)
BiographyAssem Dilrabat, an ethnic Kychma, was born in Dedoplisaghi, Mktvartvelo, in 1985. Her father was a military officer and university professor while her mother was a religious magistrate. Assem has a sister. Assem graduated in the State College of Tetrumi in 2009, with a degree in Political Science. In 2014, she completed a master's degree in International Relations in the  State College for National Security and Foreign Policy. She worked for a transport company from 2015 to 2018. In 2020, she was hired as political secretary at Dedoplisaghi provincial assembly.

She joined the pro-government National Renovation in 2023, and she was elected to the National Assembly in the 2024 legislative election. After the election, she was appointed as Deputy Head of the Commission of Foreign Affairs at the National Assembly.

She is married to Zviad Khalvashi, who serves in the Armed Forces of Mktvartvelo. They have two daughters.


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« on: March 10, 2024, 01:04:42 PM »

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Mktvartvelo: National government announces Social Housing Project




Irma Sabaladze, Minister of Housing and Social Policy, has announced a project of social housing that the national government aims to introduce in the coming weeks. The project aims to expand considerably the number of social housing apartments offered by the national government and local authorities.

Sabaladze explained that the her ministry is currently in negotiations with several real estate and banking companies to acquire a number of apartments and buildings. This would be funded with the coming national budget, she explained.  The "Phase One" (1E) of the project also include the construction of between 100,000 to 200,000 apartment units in main urban centers such as Ktsatskuri, Azavrelia, Khashumi, Martvilisi, Sachkhumi, Lagotsminda, where real estate and renting prices have considerably increased in the last decade.

"The aim of these units is to maximize space and minimize costs as much as possible", Salabadze explained. A province-based tender will be established for their construction. It is estimated that those apartments will have a size of around 55-60 m2, aimed to one or two tenants per apartment. The cost of those social rents will be variable depending the location, which a first proposed estimation of "40-50% of the median price of a m2 in the same metropolitan area", according to the minister.

Salabadze explained that the only starting requisite for these social housing rents will be have earnings below $50,000 (for a single-tenant apartment) and $90,000 (for a two-tenant apartment) per year. Once one person is granted to be "an official tenant", he or she would have the right to continue to be so even if his or her earnings increase way above such maximum earnings, Salabadze explained. "Our aim is to reduce the costs of living without penalizing social mobility, rather the contrary", the minister declared.

Salabadze declared that she is hopeful that the project will go beyond being a mere patch to the housing crisis but eventually become "a sizable reality of the housing market". The projects aims that the "Phase 2" (2E) and "Phase 3" (3E) of the project will further expand the number of social housing apartments, whose execution is planned in three and eight years, respectively.

Critics have argued about the increasing required costs of such projects, while having a negative impact on the economic sectors, for both real estate business and family home-owners. Salabadze, however, has insisted that the project aims to find a balance between "the right to free enterprise and the duty of authorities to improve the living conditions of the society".



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« on: March 09, 2024, 08:43:50 PM »
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Mktvartvelo: Sanctions against Abstergo Industries announced



As the ambassador in the First Empire of Rokkenjima was recalled back in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued sanctions against Abstergo Industries.

The Ministry of Foreign has announced that sanctions will include asset freezes, restriction on financial services and insurance, prohibition on transactions and an order to cease banking relationships and activities with Abstergo Industries in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo, with the only exception of those cases where such relation is strictly necessary.

For those exceptions, including the right to the export or reexport of most items, businesses must obtain a licence from the Minister of International Trade and Cooperation in order to allow the activity to take place.

The sanctions will be imposed to Abstergo Industries as well as all its subsidiary and affiliated companies.

"We are forced to take this decision in response of the First Empire of Rokkenjima announcement of sanctions against a number of companies based or established in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo without any kind of legal justification", the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared as well that "further actions may be announced" soon in case that was necessary.



Six MPs leave the Conservative Party


Six MPs from the Conservative parliamentary group have announced that they will leave the Conservative Party.

Mamuka Kurtukadze, who has been a member of the National Assembly for more than twenty years, has announced that he will leave the Conservative Party.

"A sense of loyalty toward those who I had closely worked during so many years, and some of the most prominent members who had served both in the parliament and in the government to defend and protect our nation, led me to join this political party and parliamentary group", Kurtukadze argued. "However, it has become obvious to me that the current leadership lacks the courage and the initiative, as well as a required clarity of ideas and innovation, to serve the nation in the current circumstances. It is time to open a new chapter to serve the nation with courage and competence".

"We have sadly witnessed a lack of ambition and coherence in those leading the parliamentary group", another two MPs declared in a joint written statement.

Kurtukadze, along the other five MPs, would have officially asked to join the Coalition of the True Right parliamentary group. None of the six stood in the recent legislative election.

The decision further weakens the Conservative Party parliamentary group which will be reduced to 112 of 599 seats.



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Vignettes / Re: Mktvartvelo: Blood, Soul, and Power
« on: March 09, 2024, 03:06:51 PM »
Nateli Baghi, Unitary State of Mktvartvelo


"He has arrived", Lasha Varlamishvili said, as he saw a man crossing the door into the exclusive hall.

"Excuse me if I made you wait more than the necessary", Mukhran Khandztadze said as he reached their table.

"Not at all", Assem Dilrabat replied. "We understand you are a busy man, even more these days". Khandztadze had gained a reputation of being quite close to the Prime Minister, despite his only official role these days was being an advisor to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister for State Security.

"I shall congratulate you for your appointment in the Commission on Foreign Affairs and Trade", Mukhran said. "It is not bad for a first timer. However, given the circumstances, I feel you are going to be very busy", he said with an amused tone, quite unusual coming from him.

"Thank you", Assem replied. "Indeed, indeed. I will do my best. This came maybe too soon. But we will find a calmer time in a matter of days".

"The situation is going to have a negative impact on some our plans",  Lasha added. "It was not well received in some of our close associates in Tikhis Samezoblo".

"It is expected", Mukhran replied. "It is not a coincidence that Shengelaia and the Gunia Holding were targeted, despite the Shengelaia Fund is known for not being directly involved in active business and trade activities abroad. It seems they have better information about our nation that we expected. Fortunately, it will play at our favour that they showed their intentions so clearly at the beginning".

"So such sudden reaction, all those absurd tirades are just a cynical play?", Assem asked.

"A reaction was expected", Mukhran answered, "but that it went out of proportion at this time, it showed  that the origin was not in this case in particular, but it was caused in some more distant shores. It is an unpleasant affair, that the Prime Minister understands that it needs to play out in a long distance, without precipitation, and this will be understood in Tikhis Samezoblo as well. In any case, let's discuss more important affairs".

"Of course", Lasha replied. "I have already an investor ready, maybe too. Ormkhrivoba wanted for long to leave down some weight, given that Bolo Saati and Abakha Dghes have struggled to stop their financial bleeding for a time. They are willing to retain their influence under a new business leadership. The project satisfies them, even more when state lotteries contract needs to be renewed in the coming months. If negotiations with Eko were successful, that would mean surpass the one million readership, and that is before expanding nationwide".

"That may be the case", Mukhran said, "but the costs would increase exponentially too. Paper is not bad, but the Prime Minister is concerned more about the television. It is there where we are in a worse position".

"They seem to insist to keep both investments separate, radiotelevision and written media", Lasha replied. "Ultimately, anyway, we have the winning hand. They are willing to change their tune at least, which should be good enough. And well, Gamdzleoba keeps growing".

"It is our concern from where is really growing", Assem added. "As Levan [Mikaberidze] says", Iashvili is an old shark, and he aims in four direction even when he is marching the direction you chose".

"Yes, I am aware of his reputation and I always disliked these debates. However, we should be glad if he has the will to be useful. The extra resources will be always there", Mukhran replied. "But we need to use them only as last resource. It is going to be better to have someone independent who is willing to march at the pace and direction that the nation needs. That way, we will force to fight this battle in the name of freedom of information, after tall".

"I'll try my best", Lasha added, "but it will still take some time. We need to avoid any mistakes and the insurers do not enjoy any information being leaked".

"There is no need to that be the case", Mukhran said. "At least I hope they will be changing their tune before all is ready and done. And now, with your permission, I need something to drink after such a long day".



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« on: March 08, 2024, 08:19:56 PM »
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Mktvartvelo: Liberal Democratic Party discusses road to power



Orivegza Mgaloblishvili, parliamentary spokesperson of the Liberal Democratic Party, has expressed his criticism of the first days of Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia's new cabinet. "In recent months, the Prime Minister and his team appeared to us with an aura of independence and moderation", Mgaloblishvili declared, "but such pretension seems to be gone right now". In his brief declaration to the media, Mglaloblishvili also addressed the latest controversy. "Yes, it is the role of the authorities to enforce the law", he declared. "However, I feel this situation, partly a misunderstanding, could be addressed better with a better diplomatic effort. I would have addressed the situation in a different way, even if I admit that conflict of interests are sometimes difficult to deal".

Orivegza Mgaloblishvili met with the Liberal Democratic parliamentary group, as well as the twenty-one LDP-aligned non-permanent members of the Council of State, for second time this week. During the gathering, which was held at close doors in the newly inaugurated headquarters of the center-left political party, they discussed the recent results in the last legislative election. While the Liberal Democratic Party was the second most voted political party, only behind the National Renovation coalition, and increased their lead as the largest parliamentary group in the National Assembly, they obtained a poor result in the main urban areas, where the National Renovation and the Radical Democratic Party attracted more voters.

Mglaloblishvili, who received the support of 88 of the Liberal Democratic Party parliamentary representatives to become the speaker of the Liberal Democratic Party parliamentary group, offered his view of the situation. "We have become the only alternative to the current government, and we need to prove ourselves as such to the voters now", Mglaloblishvili had declared to his colleagues according to a source, the Tsin newspaper reported. Mglaloblishvili had declared that it was their turn to become in the loyal opposition to Prime Minister Kvirkvelia and prepare their road to power by way of obtaining a larger majority in a year.

In such 1-year plan to the national government, a majority of the Liberal Democratic Party seems convinced that it is time to prove their competence from the opposition while building bridges with other parliamentary groups. "We need to avoid the temptation of being too strident or impatient, the government will not be gained through the streets or with provocations", he argued according to another source. "Our time will arrive not between halls but through the main gardens", a close associate to the Liberal Democratic Party speaker would have agreed. Addressing the media after the meeting, Mglaloblishvili added that his parliamentary group will be ready to offer constructive dialogue and cooperation to the national government in important issues.

Only time will tell if such it is the opposition that the people of Mktvartvelo's awaits and demands.



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« on: March 07, 2024, 03:13:34 PM »
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Mktvartvelo: Government spokesperson responds to Abstergo Industries controversy



Inga Ushkaladze, the national government spokesperson, addressed the latest controversy regarding Abstergo Industries and the government of Rokkenjima. "We are, of course, surprised about the unbustantiated claims, particularly from Abstergo Industries, which undoubtedly should have known better".

The national government spokesperson assured that the case in which Abstergo Industries was involved was clear and transparent, in accordance with the law. "The regulatory authorities, as the national government, have no options but to apply the existing regulations and legislation", Ushkaladze argued. "The rule of law does not know any kind of exception, particularly in the defense of the interests of consumers and citizens, independently how powerful are those who have failed to meet the standards of the law".

"Our institutions and courts can not chose to ignore regulations and laws", Ushkaladze continued, "and we are convinced that issuing threats and ultimatums are not a proper way to conduct diplomacy between two sovereign states. Our national government aims to build constructive diplomatic relations with any foreign government, including the First Empire of Rokkenjima, and therefore we hope that the Rokkenjima government would reconsider their aim to threaten companies based in Mktvartvelo with no serious legal basis".

"Abstergo Industries", she added, "as any private entity, has the right to defend their interests on the courts. However, the judiciary is independent so political threats as well as attempts to damage third parties, will always be a futile legal strategy in our view".



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« on: March 06, 2024, 07:49:12 PM »

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Mktvartvelo: Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia announces new government



Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia announced a government reshuffle following his meeting with Brzdmtsveli Ketevan.

The national government will include seven members of the pro-government National Renovation (MKTERAG) and three ministers endorsed by the left-wing nationalist Social National Party, following discussions with both parliamentary groups. The move is viewed as an attempt to assure a wider support for the government in the National Assembly. Two independent ministers were also appointed. Both were previously associated with the Conservative block in the parliament.

Prime Minister Kvirkvelia declared that the national government will work with every parliamentary group to advance legislation. The national government is confident that it will be able to find cooperation with the Liberal and Conservative parliamentary groups, the two largest parliamentary groups in the National Assembly.

Some Conservative MPs have criticized the inclusion of what they see as "people of dubious profiles" and a "radical minority" into the national government for a first time.

A prominent commentator called the government as a "Kursdamtavrebulta Asotsiatsia" Administration or "government of former graduates", in reference of the large number of ministers who were former graduates or professors at the State College for National Security and Foreign Policy, a prestigious state university, which is well-known for being associated with graduates from the military career or the cadres of the ministries of National Defense and Foreign Affairs.



Mktvartvelo: Regulatory authorities issues commercial ban on Abstergo-developed technology

The Second Inter-ministerial Independent Council has reviewed a previous ruling of the Department of Consumption, under the authority of the Ministry of Telecommunications and Information, regarding the latest aOS and Nexus technology developed by the Abstergo Corporation.

The council has ruled that "after reviewing all evidence presented by all parties" the mentioned products violate several existing regulatory norms and directives, including data privacy regulation and the State Security Powers Act of 1974. As a consequence, the council has issued a permanent ban of that technology and related products developed by Abstergo Industries, for the violation of data privacy, and their threat to the safety of both consumers and citizens, as well as their risk regarding national security, the 34-page rule states.

The rule bans the mentioned technology to be commercialized in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo on a permanent basis. While the ruling does not strictly prohibits the use of the technology in the country, it gives the national government the right to impose sanctions to companies who may attempt to distribute it and bans the use of the technology by state employees and state institutions.

The company has the right to provide further evidence to the Department of Consumption, but this does not automatically assures a new ruling by the council. The company will retain their right to appeal in ordinary courts, but the legislation established that the suspension of commercialization will likely remain until the court of last appeal, experts seem to agree.




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« on: March 05, 2024, 07:44:59 PM »


Press Office of the Great Kingdom of Asadal



The Official Press Office of the Great Kingdom of Asadal announces the full recovery of His Grand Majesty Grand King Wonhyo, who will restart his agenda with an address to the State Council later this week.

His Grand Majesty Grand King Wonhyo offers his gratitude to all subjects who have expressed their loyalty through their prayers and messages of solidarity.



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« on: March 05, 2024, 05:59:13 PM »
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Mktvartvelo: Tamaz Eksanishvili elected as Speaker of the National Assembly



Tamaz Eksanishvili, from the Coalition of the True Right, was elected as Speaker of the National Assembly after defeating Tinatin Chelnokidze, from the Liberal Democratic Party, by 266-248, in the final voting round in the National Assembly.

Despite the three political parties and coalitions emerged from the traditional blocks of the National Assembly (the Conservative Party, the Liberal Democratic Party, and the Moderate Alliance) having more than half the seats in the National Assembly, they had failed to leave aside their differences following the recent legislative assembly, held ten days ago.

Then, the pro-government National Renovation obtained a 37.9% of the vote, obtaining 42 seats in the National Assembly, and becoming the third largest parliamentary group in the National Assembly, with 90 MPs of 599.

The Liberal Democratic Party came second with 21.9%, and despite losing 19 seats, they will become the largest parliamentary group in the National Assembly with 135 of 599 seats.

The election of Orivegza Mgaloblishvili  as Speaker of the Liberal Democratic parliamentary group, seemed to increase the chances of understanding between the majority of the National Assembly toward an alternative government to Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia. Mgaloblishvili himself, after all, had been affiliated with the Moderate faction of the National Assembly before being appointed First Deputy Prime Minister in Bidzina Samkharadze's Liberal-led 2022-2023 government.

The move was heavily contested by Levan Mikaberidze, General Secretary of National Renovation, who argued that the voters had openly rejected "the old majority" in the polls. Instead, he proposed that the 479 seats who were not contested in this year legislative election to resign immediately so voters have the right to decide on a parliament majority which "truly reflects the will of the people". The proposal was met with both opposition and ridicule, but chances for a understanding seemed to collapse following the withdrawal announcement by the incumbent Speaker of the National Assembly Ramaz Kintsurashvili after he only received 66 votes in the first round of the vote last Friday.

Although Eksanishvili only received 65 votes in the first round of the vote last Friday, he successively gained the support of the traditionalist Heritage coalition, the pro-government National Renovation, as well as the nationalist Social National Party, as well as a large number of conservative MPs in the last round, as the Conservative Party parliamentary group did not impose a vote preference as the Conservative Party candidate lost in the eight round.

Tamaz Eksanishvili will meet the Prime Minister and the leaders of the nine parliamentary groups in the coming hours, before meeting Brzdmtsveli Ketevan tomorrow. It is expected that he will communicate he Brzdmtsveli the ausence of an alternative majority to Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia's government, as it has been reported by main Mktvartvelian newspapers.



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Sporting Hub / Re: Cycling season 2024 OOC
« on: March 05, 2024, 02:48:28 PM »

A Database/Ranking of Riders in the current season has been added.



The month of March will have the folllowing Mundus Cycling Cup events:

Meridiem Classic, Ardia - March 13
Lacuna Classic, Ardia - March 17
Albrektberg Classic, Jugland - March 24
St. James Classic, Achkaerin - March 31


To register/introduce changes in your squad for each of these cycling races, you have until 2 days before each event.


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Diplomacy and Events / Re: Through Gungju to Lijiang
« on: March 04, 2024, 08:49:52 PM »

"That would come close to what we envisioned and I am confident that could work", the Chief State Minister replied. "Giving the proposed scheme, I have in mind some investors which would make it possible  as soon as possible".

"I am glad that we found a space for agreement", Queen Hong declared.

"I find two conditions reasonable",  the Queen continued. "I am confident this treaty will strengthen the security between both of our nations. Did you bring an additional proposal of your own before going to the next point, Prince Chun?".

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Sporting Hub / Re: Mundus Cycling Cup 2024
« on: March 04, 2024, 12:20:04 AM »

Midvale-Artaxia Classic 2024
(Men's)

1 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) 6:23:51
2 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) + 00:00
3 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) + 00:00
4 - Hans Richter (SV Meergesellen) + 00:01
5 - Timothy Coulter (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:39
6 - Daniel Longbridge (Phoenix Cycling) + 01:26
7 - Germund Strand (AABL-Ujredi) + 01:44
8 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom) + 02:04
9 - Walden Gjeldnes (AABL-Ujredi) + 02:18
10 - Karl Sturmwald (SV Meergesellen) + 02:27
11 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meergesellen) + 02:28
12 - Friedrich Wagner (SV Meergesellen) + 02:29
13 - Kang Young-chul (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 02:33
14 - Daisaku Fujimoto (Hachinobu Suisei) + 03:02
15 - Gnaeus Nerva (AureaTerra) + 03:27
16 - Stephen Ular (Tolsenn-Lark) + 09:13
17 - Lars Aaltonen (AABL-Ujredi) + 09:57
18 - Kim Hyung-min (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) + 10:06
19 - Klaus Becker (SV Meergesellen) + 10:15
20 - Vespasianus Nissus (AureaTerra) + 11:05



Midvale-Artaxia Classic 2024
(Women's)

1 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) 3:32:38
2 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:00
3 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:00
4 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) + 00:00
5 - Sammy Lawson (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:00
6 - Ingrid Hügel (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:00
7 - Eter Dzindzichasvili (MKTkom) + 00:01
8 - Sanae Osumi (Higanbana) + 00:02
9 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:04
10 - Praskoyya Mikhailov (Pelagiya-Semelberg) + 00:04
11 - Greta Reinhardt (AureaTerra) + 00:10
12 - Seo Hye-mi (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:12
13  - Elsa Schwarzbach (Gamsbärte 1890) + 00:12
14 - Eveliina Makela (MKTkom) + 00:13
15 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:13
16 - Chihaya Lei (Phoenix Cycling) + 00:17
17 - Mzia Chikadze (MKTkom) + 00:17
18 - Fryda Andersen (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:18
19 - Thora Bjerkness (Kommuna Ladies) + 00:20
20 - Inga Sigua (MKTkom) + 00:23



Mundus Cycling Cup - Overall Standings

Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Eddie Chevere (Tolsenn-Lark) - 43 points
2 - Hakaru Akiyama (Hachinobu Suisei) - 27 points
3 - Abrus McGlathery (Tolsenn-Lark) - 26 points
4 - Heinrich Müller (SV Meersegellen) - 19 points
5 - Andrew Mason (Phoenix Cycling) - 15 points
6 - Hans Richter (SV Meergesellen) - 13 points
7 - Timothy Coulter (Phoenix Cycling) - 10 points
8 - Kang Young-chul (Jaeyal-Suchul Team) - 9 points
9 - Kalevi Tammivaara (MKTkom) - 6 points
10 - Lars Aaltonen (AABL-Ujredi) - 5 points


Men's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Tolsenn-Lark - 70 points
2 - SV Meergesellen - 35 points
3 - Hachinobu Seisei - 30 points
4 - Phoenix Cycling - 30 points
5 - AABL-Ujredi - 15 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Individual classification

1 - Tsuneko Hijikata (Higanbana) - 25 points
2 - Misato Futagawa (Higanbana) - 25 points
3 - Tirelle Quaite (Westbay) - 24 points
4 - Hadewynda Salonen (Kommuna Ladies) - 20 points
5 - Katerina Shvets (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 18 points
6 - Maria Cairns (Phoenix  Cycling) - 16 points
7 - Darja Pasternak (Pelagiya-Semelberg) - 15 points
8 - Ingrid Hügel (Gamsbärte 1890) - 10 points
9 - Elsa Schwarzbach (Gamsbärte 1890) - 9 points
10 - Sammy Lawson (Phoenix Cycling) - 8 points


Women's Mundus Cycling Cup - Team classification

1 - Higanbana - 53 points
2 - Pelagiya-Semelberg - 39 points
3 - Westbay - 26 points
4 - Kommuna Ladies - 24 points
5 - Phoenix Cycling - 24 points



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Vignettes / Re: Asadal Playhouse
« on: March 03, 2024, 11:14:20 PM »
Heavenly Palace, Hwangjin



Grand King Wonhyo receives Prince Yun in one room in the Heavely Palace. Once of the rare guest rooms of the Heavely Palace, the chamber was reformed as an emergency medical room, with all the technology of a hospital room, while retaining some of its traditional decorations, including a small shrine at one of the corners of the room, next to the adapted bathroom.



Prince Yun: I hope you're feeling better, today.

Grand King Wonhyo: I am, certainly. I still feel a headache from time to time, but I regained my sleep.

Prince Yun: Unfortunately, we have no much time left.

Grand King Wonhyo: Indeed, that is unfortunate. Some of the details still escape me, of course,  but we need to face reality and make the best of it. I am, for one, that you will not be personally involved.

Prince Yun: I can't agree, brother. I can't help but to think that I was carried away but the worst thoughts. Now, the integrity and safety, as well as the name, of our guard will at risk.

Grand King Wonhyo: Whatever was built once, it can be rebuilt again. And it is not they can be blamed for the operation.

Prince Yun: I wonder if this result is inevitable at this point.

Grand King Wonhyo: You are better than myself to judge in these circumstances. But it is not that time may be in our favour. If we postpone, we may be forced toward worse choices in the coming future.

Prince Yun: That may be true...This may still disrupt our plans and poison the well for the time being.

Grand King Wonhyo: We just need to think about taking the initiative as soon as things get back to normal.

Prince Yun: I feel you sound quite different today...

Grand King Wonhyo: Excuse me, I still struggle to think clearly. I feel it may be the medication.

Prince Yun: That's right. I'm sorry to have disturbed your rest. But the situation needed action.

* * *

Lady Officer Song: Excuse me, Your Grand Majesty, Your Highness. But Her Honourable and Respectful Doctor Soon has arrived.

Grand King Wonhyo: Alright, tell her to enter immediately.

Lady Office Song: Yes, Your Grand Majesty.

Doctor Soon: Your Grand Majesty, how are you feeling  this evening? Greatings, Your Highness.

Grand King Wonhyo: Much better thanks. My muscles are still a bit tired, but feeling stronger.

Doctor Soon: I'm glad to hear that, Your Grand Majesty.

Prince Yun: Shouldn't he be ready to continue his duties now? I hope you understand the importance of the situation.

Doctor Soon: I only answer to my duty as a doctor, Your Highness. His Grand Majesty has obviously showed signals of a recovery, so I don't see any obstacles to a discharge in the current circumstances. However, it would be better if he remained in observation and I feel it would not be too positive to put much pressure until he's fully recovered.

Grand King Wonhyo: I do not feel the need to postpone it. I'm ready to take a precautionary approach regarding my reincorporation in any case.

Doctor Soon: That may work, Your Grand Majesty. I understand there is an expected protocol to follow. There are no additional permanent measures required so I am not opposed your return to your chambers, as long as you have someone to observe your well-being and I can continue to check the progress, of course. If tomorrow morning you have improved once again, I am ready to gave my authorization.

Grand King Wonhyo: That's excellent. I am convinced that will be the case.



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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: February 24, 2024, 01:51:08 AM »
Juglander Review

Mktvartvelo: Believers celebrate "Mothers' Day"



Millions of Mktvartvelians will celebrate today Saqurebsi festivity, one of the most important religious holidays in the Order of Simartlea.

The Saqurebsi festivity, held the last day of the Surtsqunisi month, is consecrated to the souls of the women of your family (deceased mothers and other female ancestors) who are believed to watch over their descendants from the Underworld. Besides rites and offerings in temples and shrines of the Order of Simartlea, relatives and couples gather around bonfires or candles.

This year, Brzdmtsveli Ketevan is said to be expected to attend a more private gathering to celebrate the festivity in the Mtsvanegoraki Forest, nearby the Shoreuli Sakhli Palace in Ktsatskuri, capital city of the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo.



Mktvartvelo prepares for unprecedented legislative election

Voters in the Unitary State of Mktvartvelo will vote in legislative election tomorrow, in order to elect 120 seats in the National Assembly and 13 representatives in the Council of State. It will be the first legislative election since electoral and parliamentary restrictions were removed following a legislative reform.

While the National Assembly does not directly elect the national government, the result is expected to decide if Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia will remain in power. While Kvirkvelia is not running himself to the parliament, he has been endorsed by left-leaning nationalist National Renovation (MKTERAG), which will include two former ministers of his administration. Support for the nationalist coalition increased after Kvirkvelia appeared in a National Renovation electoral rally in support for Otar Pkhakadze, an independent candidate endorsed for the organization. Currently, against all prospects, National Renovation is predicted to have a vote around 37.1% according to the survey.

The Liberal Democratic Party, a political party established by the leading members of the Liberal faction in the National Assembly, is posed to obtain 24-29% of the vote, despite to run to election without a declared candidate to Prime Minister. They expect to become the largest parliamentary group of the National Assembly, well positioned in case Kvirkvelia's government will not continue following the election.

Most of the prominent and experienced members of the Conservative block in the National Assembly have gathered around the Conservative Party, which has gained the support of such figures as former Prime Minister Gela Berdzenishvili, and server former ministers who served in the national government in the last two decades. However, the Conservative Party has failed to gain ground in the polls, as it is expected to  fall toward  6-9% of the vote. It is the so-called Coalition of the True Right (MMK), established by another prominent MP from the Conservative block, Irakli Bneladze, which most conservative voters are willing to vote, up to 12-14% of the vote. Still, the Conservative Party is expected to remain the second largest parliamentary group as more than one hundred MPs have declared their allegiance to the party.

Center-left Radical Democratic Party and the left-wing nationalist Social National Party, along the traditionalist Heritage coalition have experienced a raise in the poll during the last week. However, it is difficult to predict if they will be able to obtain an important number of seats against either National Renovation or the traditional parties. On  the other hand, the Moderate Alliance, formed by prominent members of the Moderate block of the National Assembly, finds itself in the opposite situation, as they are expected to obtain a 4-6% of the vote and lose about fifteen MPs.

Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia has reportedly visited his family during the holidays and he is expected to remain in Azavrelia during the election day.



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International News Networks / Re: Juglander Review
« on: February 20, 2024, 03:01:19 PM »

Juglander Review

Mktvartvelo: 24 arrested following wave of blood revenge murders



A wave of blood feuds have resulted in six murders in less than forty days. The situation has led to a police operation which has resulted in at least 24 people arrested on several charges.

All the murders happened in the same province, with the only exception of the last one, a week ago, which happened in a prison nearby Sighoni.

While these "blood payments" were banned and became rarer after the 1926 legal reform, they still appear occasionally under certain circumstances in some rural areas. All the murders and suspects seem to belong to three different clans, twenty-one men and three women in total, according to Akheli Ambebi newspaper.

The last murder and police operation happened in the final days of the electoral campaign and most political parties and candidates have condemned the wave of revenge murders. Prime Minister Brdzeni Kvirkvelia has declared that "no citizen has the right to take the blood of another person outsides the law".

Only the Memkhvidreoba ("Heritage") political party, a political party established by some members of the traditionalist faction in the National Assembly, has distanced in their reaction while condemning and lamenting every criminal act declaring and "sending our solidarity to the close relatives of each victim" that such conflict between private citizens may become "a product of successive legal reforms that left families without a way to deal with their honour within the law".

On the other hand, MP Nino Shalikashvili, from the Radical Democratic Party, has proposed legislation establishing an extra legal punishment for those who commit crimes under such motivation in order to discourage such criminal acts.



Sports: Coach Okoda Shingo leaves FK Albrektberg


FK Albrektberg announced they have reached an agreement with their coach Okoda Shingo so both "part ways with immediate effect".  Okoda Shingo had been the coach of men's FK Albrektberg since Summer 2020. In this four seasons,  Shingon led the club to continue with their winning streak with three league titles and two Juglander Cups.

However, the bad results this season, with 4 losses (the same amount for the whole league season last year) in 13 matches, with the club facing their worst results in 30 years, had led FK Albrektberg to sack Shingo as the team approaches the half of the league season.

The last straw was another defeat at home against FK Sandberg (0-1), which leaves the team third in the classification, tens point behind EMAC Albrektberg, who had drawn the same day against SK Stromendalen, and seven points behind FK Sandberg.

"It is nothing but gratitude what we feel toward Mr. Okoda Shingo who has helped us to write some of the most brilliant pages of club story in the last season.  However, the current circumstances forces us to take this decision on behalf of the club and our fans...We wish Mr. Okoda Shingo the best of luck in his future and immediate endeavors".

It is rumoured that Martin Siimes, Jugland's men's national football coach from 2018 to 2024 to be the chosen replacement for Okoda Shingo as FK Albrektberg coach for the rest of the season.







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