Aronia

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Aronian Confederation Confèdèracion aronièna (Arpitan)
Flag
Political map of Aronia (labeled in French)
Capital		Ènneci 45°55′N 6°08′E
Largest city		Genève 46°12′N, 6°09′E
Official languages		Arpitan
Recognized regional languages		French, Italian
Ethnic groups (2020)		List of ethnicities  84.1% Aronian 6.3% French 6.2% Italian 0.9% Swiss 2.5% others or not stated
Religion		Secular state
Demonym		Aronian
Government		Federal republic
Legislature		Federal Assembly
Area
-	Total	18,286 km2 (151st) 7,060 sq mi
Population
-	2020 estimate	3,189,400 (134th)
-	Density	174.42/km2 (77th) 451.7/sq mi
GDP (nominal)		2020 estimate
-	Total	$155 billion (55th)
-	Per capita	$48,720 (20th)
HDI (2020)		0.943 very high · 10th
Currency		Aronian franc (ANF)
Time zone		UTC+1 (CET)
Drives on the		right
Calling code		+412
ISO 3166 code		AN
Internet TLD		.an

Aronian Confederation (Arpitan: Confèdèracion aronièna), or simply Aronia (Arpitan: Aronie), is a country in Western Europe, situated along Alp Mountains. Bordered by France to the west, Switzerland to the north, and Italy to the south-east.

The country has population of approximately 3.2 million people, making it the 33rd most populous country in Europe and 134th in the world. With area of 18,286 km², it's one of the smallest countries in the region.

Aronia is a federal republic divided into 8 administrative subdivisions - cantons. The largest city of the country is Genève, followed by Losena and Ènneci - the national capital.

Member of the United Nations, European Free Trade Association, Schengen Area and multiple other organisations.

History

Background

Following the independence of the Duchy of Burgundy from France granted in 1420 by the Treaty of Troyes, Savoy became a dispute between the Duchy of Savoy and Burgundy. After the death of Charles the Bold - the last prince of Burgundy - in 1477, Savoyard forces seized the County of Mâcon. Burgundian lands, including Mâcon, were legally inherited by the Habsburgs and annexed into the Holy Roman Empire. Savoyard annexation of Mâcon was considered an aggression against the HRE, from which the nation withdrew few years before.

Roman-Savoyard War

Under the pressure of Roman electors, threatening Austrian domination in the Holy Roman Empire, Frederick III declared war on Savoy in 1481. Tough Alpine terrain and local resistance in Switzerland made the war highly exhausting and prolonged. Philip II escaped the capital city of Chambèri at night, on February 15th, 1495. He was heading to Turin, but went missing before reaching Montmélian. Loss of king and unevitable fall of Chambèri pushed Savoy to capitulate.

The nation was divided between the independent Duchy of Piedmont under the former Duke of Savoy, and the Duchy of Savoy, later incorporated directly into Austria.

Old Swiss Confederacy

The Austrian occupation of Savoy encountered fierce resistance from local French-speaking population. The royal court in Vienna found it unprofittable to directly hold the exclaved provinces. Some land in the north was given to a local bishop, creating the Prince-Bishopric of Chablais in 1533. Soon after, after the death of Emperor Charles V, Savoy was restored as an independent duchy under his son - John.

The Duke died unexpectedly in 1578, at the age of 31, leaving no legal heir. On December 12th, local Savoyard population proclaimed an independent republic in Annecy (Ènneci). It was, however, recognized as unlawful by the monarchs of France and Austria, both seeking to reclaim the area. A Savoyard delegation was sent to Bern, in order to discuss possible alliance with the Swiss. Both Savoy and Chablais have gained the status of Swiss associate states.

Geography

Aronia is situated in Western Europe, in the Alpine region, just to the east of Massif Central. It lies between latitudes 45° and 47° N, and longitudes 5° and 8° E. The country is mostly influenced by the Alpine climate, with addition of both Marine West Coast and Mediterranean climates.

The longest river is the Rhône, shared with France and Switzerland. The largest lake is Lake Geneva, also known as Lac Léman.

Politics

Mapperdonian relations

Aronia is allied to Arkmarken and New Burgundy. It also keeps close ties with the Commonwealth of Mazoverse.

Administrative divisions

Hiôta-Savouè Savouè Genève Vôd Chablès Môrçôls Valês Aoûta Ènneci Chambèri Losena Tonon Sion

As stated in the national constitution, Aronia is a federation of 8 cantons.

Canton	Capital	Population	Area (km2)
Aoûta	Aoûta	152,056	3,261
Chablès	Tonon	124,452	1,171
Genève	Genève	625,276	542
Hiôta-Savouè	Ènneci	758,775	3,711
Môrçôls	Môrçôls	198,239	712
Savouè	Chambèri	547,486	5,839
Valês	Sion	186,723	2,108
Vôd	Losena	596,393	942

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