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Not sure whose page this is but you are editing on the wrong wiki!! Mrs. Michel
You guys should be using the new wiki: http://mhmia-united-nations-of-pdp.wikispaces.com/ =__**Haruku**__= Haruku is an island located south of Japan and was established in the early 1800's when Haruku slowly started breaking off due to corrosion in the earth and due to active volcano. Haruku was colonized by the European's in the 1930's. It was originally occupied by the Japanese but, in World War 2 when the United States of America attacked and dropped a bomb in Hiroshima, the United States traveled slightly south and discovered the small island of Haruku. The United States slaughtered most of the Harukians so there are about 20,000 people are naively a Harukian while the rest of the population are either fully European and or only part Harukian. Recently Haruku forgave the United States and became allies with the United States and NATO. Haruku is very advanced in technology and 98% of Harukians are able to read and comprehend at least 2 different languages other than Harukian which is, Japanese and English. Harukians are very well known throughout the world and are very intelligent intellectuals. National Anthem- [|Puzzle.mp3] =__National Anthem__ -This is what we fight for= We live for peace for freedom, for everything that we've fought for Sheading our blood, sweat, and tears We will always have our home in our hearts this is our homeland

Leave the lies for the liars, and congrats to our patriots Because of you we are alive and growing strong From here on our world grows countlessly, Voices overlapping and now Illuminating our path, one day it will echo loudly resonating our answers Free for all

Leave the lies for the liars, and congrats to our patriots because of you we have our freedom

Where was it, where has the freedom been all this time? The fragment that disappeared without reason that day Is the one that we will display Our hearts were like missing puzzle pieces struggling to find our way Unfortunately all that is left is this newly made puzzle but we have our hearts, our patriotism, and minds to help us find our way

Legend has it that centuries ago before Haruku was founded, Japan was fighting a brutal battle. The Europeans were invading Japan and trying to force the Japanese out of their own country. The emperor of Japan was busy recruiting ninjas to fight in this battle. This violent outbreak destroyed towns and cities and caused the people of Japan to flee the country. While many stayed to fight for their country and support the ninjas others left in boats and small ships along with goods in search of safety and hope in seeking new land in the south. The island of Haruku was discovered and the Japanese inhabitants decided to settle. Later the Europeans after claiming peace with the ninjas came in small numbers and also settled among the Japanese. The population of Haruku increased. The cultures of the Europeans and Japanese emerged rapidly. The Japanese and Europeans people lived among each other in peace and unity. The Emperor was finally at rest and also the ninjas were able to relax. The Emperor along with the king of England funded the island. Haruku was just starting off as a prosperous island. Haruku's national tree is the "Cherry blossom". The national bird is the "bird of paradise". The national flower is called the "Ikebana". The national dress which is worn every year on the independence day of Haruku consists of a black robe and mask to celebrate the ninjas victory in the battle with the Europeans. Haruku's national dish comes from the British and is called Toad-in-the-hole which consists of roasted sausages covered in batter and baked.

12 3 4  1. Temple in Haruku. 2. Toad in the hole- national dish of Haruku. 3.Haruku gardens- A famous place in Haruku known for special effects with the sky. 4.Popular tourist sight in Haruku. Legend has it you can gain luck by making it on the other side.

Currently, the Country of Haruku is located South of Japan in the Pacific Ocean. The Latitude is 30 degrees. The Longitude is 136 degrees. The island of Haruku can be compared to twice the size of the state of New Jersey. Haruku has a cool and Windy climate. Often cloudy skies which bring rainy weather. In the south the skies reveal slight sunshine and has a high humidity of 60-80% Terrain— Vary in different regions.The Shinto region, above the Kanto is cooler from being in the northern part of the island and receives light snowfall at the peaks of its mountains and sometimes snow for the whole region.In the Kanto region the terrain is very dry and contains tropical mountains and excessive heat. It is wise if you are going to visit this part of the region to bring lots of water and or a tranquilizer in case of the interesting wildlife that lives in this certain terrain. *Natural Resources— Diamonds, Coal & Oil. *Arable Land/amount of land that can be farmed (by %) — Approximately 20%. *Environmental Issues— Typhoons(tropical Cyclones) and Sea level rise. *Average Age - 40 *% of people in urban areas - 12% *Nationality - Harukian *Religion(s) - Hinduism, Muslim, Buddhism, and Atheist *Language(s) - Harukian, Japanese and English. *Traditional dress/clothing- Kimono for females and Yukata for men *Some of the most popular meals - The British Toad-in-the-hole,Onigiri, and Chips and Fish *Major National Holidays: Chinese New Year which falls yearly on the end of the winter solstice, and White Day on March 13, adopted from Japan, it is like the "opposite of Valentine's Day" and men give cake and chocolate to women. *Culture Norms: Daily Tea at Lunch, and daily prayer for Harukian Muslims *Customs: Have acquaintances come over for tea, very open to visitors and immigration *Taboos: When daughter is being married, it is typical for the father of the bride to have the man complete a test of worth, also dowry is still required
 * Total Population - 1,300,000



and explanation)Type of economic system: Mixed Economy- Includes a variety of private and public control, reflecting characteristics of both capitalism and socialism. Economic Challenges-- Massive unemployment crisis and Environmental degradation with polluted cities and over population.  *GDP (overall real GDP expressed in US dollars) -$28.096 US Million  *GDP per capita (also expressed in US dollars—make sure this coincides with your population numbers!) = $21,612 *GDP growth rate (is economy growing or slowing? At what rate from previous two years?) The economy is growing from the year 2010 - 2011 . At 1%. *Labor force by occupation (18% agricultural; 52% industrial; 30% service)  *Unemployment rate- The current unemployment rate of Haruku is about 5.3%. Almost everyone is employed because, there are many  job opportunities available.The literacy rate is 98.6%.  *5.8% population below the poverty line  *Income distribution- High class to middle class as well as Wellfare for some of the citizens who cannot find a job or  *Inflation rate (compare to previous two years)-- 2011 and 2010(14.1 - 5.70)%  *Name of currency- The name of our currency is Haruki  *Exchange rate to US dollar- 1 hrki=0.0118 USD  Our Natural Resouces are Cotton, Oil, Wheat, Oats, and barley  Our a*Industries (must have at least 3—must coincide with natural resources)
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