New Rizalia

New Rizalia, officially the Republic of New Rizalia is a micronation that claims territories in North America and Asia. The Republic of New Rizalia was founded on December 2, 2017 by Seann Torres, the nation's current president. It is a constitutional democratic republic. There are currently 33 citizens living within or outside the Republic of New Rizalia and its population is 9. New Rizalia's capital is Highland Province.

Etymology
The name,  New Rizalia,  originates from a proposed name,  Rizalia,  for the country that is now the Philippines. The name  Rizalia  derives from a Filipino hero, José Rizal, whose efforts eventually led to Philippine independence.

A citizen of New Rizalia is a "Rizaline". Alternatively, a citizen of New Rizalia can also be referred to as a "New Rizaline", although the word new is usually omitted.

History
Prehistory

Historically, many countries have claimed Scarborough Shoal before its annexation to the Republic of New Rizalia. Back in the 13th century, many Chinese fishermen used Scarborough Shoal to fish. On September 12, 1784, the East India Company Scarborough passed by the shoal, and proceeded to go on to China. Captain Philip D'Auvergne chose the current name for the shoal.

Prior to the establishment of the Republic of New Rizalia, the Republic of Seannlandia occupied the territory that is now Highland Province from October 9, 2017 until its dissolution on December 1, 2017.

Establishment

The Republic of New Rizalia was established on December 2, 2017, after the dissolution of the Republic of Seannlandia. On the same day, Scarborough Shoal and Highland Province were annexed to the Republic of New Rizalia. On December 5, 2017, President Seann Torres introduced a constitution for New Rizalia.

Laws
§1. The Articles of the Government of the Republic of New Rizalia shall constitute the supreme law of the Republic of New Rizalia until a new constitution goes into effect.

§2. The President and Vice-President shall be elected by the Government of the Republic of New Rizalia with a majority vote.

§3. The President may appoint and dismiss the Vice-President and Governors of the Republic of New Rizalia.

§4. The President shall grant citizenship.

​§5. All citizens of the Republic of New Rizalia shall have freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, suffrage, and equal rights

§6. Each state and territory shall be represented by a governor elected with a majority vote.

§7. Any acts that disturb the peace, including violence, are forbidden.

§8. The act of slavery is illegal.

§9. For a new constitution to go into effect, it must be approved by at least half of the Senate.

§10. The Republic of New Rizalia proclaims itself to be an independent, sovereign nation. It is not a nation of pure fantasy nor a nation just for a hobby. Neither will the Republic of New Rizalia recognize any "micronation" created for those purposes.

States and Territories


Highland Province (state)

Highland Province serves as the capital of the Republic of New Rizalia. It was annexed to the Republic of New Rizalia on December 2, 2017. Highland Province is located near Highland, California, the area that it is named after. New Rizalia's Government Center is located in Highland Province. The total area of Highland Province is 4,500 square feet, or 0.000161 square miles.

Scarborough Shoal (state)

Scarborough Shoal is a shoal located between the Macclesfield Bank and Luzon island in the South China Sea. Scarborough Shoal was annexed to the Republic of New Rizalia on December 2, 2017. Before its annexation to the Republic of New Rizalia, Scarborough Shoal was claimed by the People's Republic of China, Republic of China, and the Republic of the Philippines. Its total sea area is 58 square miles.

Aurantia (state)

Aurantia is a state located near Highland, California. It was annexed to the Republic of New Rizalia on December 7, 2017. Aurantia was originally an unincorporated territory of the Republic of New Rizalia until its annexation. The original territory was 0.9 square miles, however, the Senate decided to split the territory in two: Aurantia and Santa Ana. Its total land area is 0.7 square miles.

Santa Ana (state)

Santa Ana is a state located near Highland, California. It was annexed to the Republic of New Rizalia on December 7, 2017. The state was originally part of the territory of Aurantia. Its total land area is 0.2 square miles.

Monroe Island (territory)

Monroe Island is an unincorporated territory of the Republic of New Rizalia. It is located near Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Its total land area is 0.25 square miles.

Camanga (territory)

Camanga, also known as Camanga Island, is an unincorporated territory of the Republic of New Rizalia. The island is located near Palawan, Philippines. Its total land area is 0.11 square miles.

Flags
Flag of the Republic of New Rizalia (also used as the flag of Scarborough Shoal)

The flag of the Republic of New Rizalia is based off General Gregorio del Pilar's Philippine Revolution flag and a variant of the Katipunan (a revolutionary society whose aim was to gain independence from Spain) flag. The flag is patterned after that of Cuba's. The K stands for Katipunan. The black symbolizes ethnic heritage, blue signifies liberation, white symbolizes peace, and red represents war.​ Flag of Highland Province

The flag of Highland Province is based off the United States' flag. The bear in the shield is based off the California grizzly bear in the California flag. White represents peace, blue represents justice, red represents bloodshed (in war), and yellow represents happiness.

Flag of Aurantia

The flag of Aurantia was adopted on December 7, 2017. It exhibits an orange tree, which represents the area's history of producing oranges. Green stands for agriculture, and yellow represents sunshine.

Flag of Santa Ana

The flag of Santa Ana is based off the California flag. It was adopted on December 8, 2017.

Flag of Monroe Island

The flag of Monroe Island was adopted on December 8, 2017. It features a variant of the Katipunan star in the lower left. Dark blue symbolizes its location in the sea, black represents ethnic heritage, and white stands for peace.

Flag of Camanga

The flag of Camanga was adopted on December 9, 2017. It features a silhouette of the island. Blue stands for the territory's location in the sea, yellow stands for sunshine, and the wheat stands for the island's undisturbed fields.

Currency
The official currency of New Rizalia is the United States dollar and New Rizaline dollar. The denominations of the New Rizaline dollar are: $1, $5, $10, $20, and $50.

The first New Rizaline dollar bills were minted on December 11, 2017 at Highland Province.

Recognition
Recognition of New Rizalia

The Republic of New Rizalia is currently recognized by these micronations:
 * Danotopian Empire
 * Sancti Imperii ex Skywalkistan
 * PaLsia

Recognition of other countries/micronations

The Republic of New Rizalia recognizes all members of the UN (United Nations). It also recognizes these countries or micronations partially or not recognized by the United Nations:
 * Free Republic of Liberland
 * Molossia
 * Principality of Sealand
 * Kingdom of Talossa
 * Sancti Imperii ex Skywalkistan
 * Principality of Garonne
 * United Federation of Fornelos
 * Republic of the Old Trinity
 * Republic of NZRE
 * PaLsia
 * Seborga
 * Conch Republic
 * Aerican Empire
 * Danotopian Empire
 * Republic of China
 * Northern Cyprus
 * Republic of Somaliland
 * Kosovo