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RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Republicans Capture 351 Seats In Commanding Election Victory After years of political instability, Indralans vote for majority government, and a second term for chancellor Xuan Shuren ![]() Xuan Shuren waves to supporters as he gets ready to leave Republican party headquarters in Hanzhou and head to Tian’an to be sworn in as chancellor April 8, 4282 Tian'an, Han: Cheers filled Republican Party HQ Monday night as Xuan Shuren was elected Chancellor for the second time and the Republicans gained a sizeable majority over the opposition Lotus Party. The election came prematurely amid the Ruogang Confessions that saw the majority of Nationalist Party loyalists convicted of murder, and subsequently the party becoming banned from ever running for public office again. The Republicans wanted a mandate from the people of Indrala to enact radical economic and social reforms. The only challenge left for this party, having risen from rural Shu Province to a majority government in Tian’an, is to govern with conviction and honesty. Speculation Some Republicans, while they may be happy with the election results, are disappointed with their leader, whom they call “the boring man.” Xuan Shuren has never been the pragmatic type, however his family values and bold policy ideas have captured the electorate in a way that Lotus Party leader Huang Zitao has yet to do. Speculation from within the party suggests that even if this isn’t the last majority Republican government, it may be Xuan Shuren’s last chancellery. “A new form of government” Several cabinet ministers joined Xuan Shuren on stage at the Republican party HQ, promising to offer Indralans a “new form of government” that would be “honest” and “caring.” Foreign Affairs minister Mao Zhihao has again reaffirmed his commitment to Indrala’s foreign relations, as well as recently promising to use Indrala’s political, social and economic freedom to influence countries at the International Security Council. New face to the crowd Among the cabinet ministers was newcomer Zhang Zemin, the new Defence Minister and former military general (he also was president of the Indralan Farmer’s Cooperative from 4262-4270). Zhang has promised to strengthen the military through investment; specifically, the navy, which Zhang claims “is our nation’s only pathway to oceanic security and success.” It has yet to be seen what measures or investments the government will take on this matter, but like most things, only time shall tell. More to come… Originally posted by Treehugger on 4 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Investigative Report: Xiandai Group Funnels Over $1 Million to Republican Party Before Election Through Loophole Utlilizing changes to the fundraising laws, the Xiandai Group funded donations through individual workers Hazhou, Shu - 24 April 4282 ![]() Xiandai's new CEO Wang Tengfei 25 May 2581, 9:34 am: Attorney General Xu Jindong of the Supreme Prosecution Service (under the Ministry of Justice), makes an announcement to the media: As son of former CEO Wang Yueting, Wang Tengfei was elected CEO of the Xiandai Group, the company was making news in another way. Reports have been confirmed by the Tian'an-based Sunday Examiner that the Xiandai Group was asking employees to make the maximum donation to the Republican Party each month. Following proof of the donation, Xiandai would reimburse employees and pay them an additional $100 INS per month as an incentive. It is estimated that around 5000 employees, mostly corporate, utilized this initiative since the changes were passed in March 4281, although the current legislation does not make it mandatory to release donor lists. Originally posted by Wu Han on 4 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Following Election Defeat, Huang Asked to Remain Leader By Party Though the Lotus Party gained 61 seats, they still fell short of forming a majority government Kaizhou, Jiaozhi - 30 April 4282 ![]() Huang Zitao speaking to Convention following Leadership Review 25 May 2581, 9:34 am: Attorney General Xu Jindong of the Supreme Prosecution Service (under the Ministry of Justice), makes an announcement to the media: Despite a defeat in the 4281 General Election, Lotus Party National Convention delegates voted overwhelmingly today to reject a leadership review and allow Huang Zitao to continue his leadership of the party. At every Lotus Party National Convention, the constitution of the Party declares that there must be a vote on the question "Should the party conduct an election to select a new Leader?" If the "yes" vote achieves more than 60% a leadership election is triggered. Today, delegates voted 92% no, indicating strong confidence in the Leadership of Huang Zitao by the party faithful. Speaking to the delegates following the vote, Huang said: Quote:Thank you all for putting your faith in me to lead our movement... ![]() Kaizhou Convention and Exhibition Centre, lit with the Party's colour for the convention Originally posted by Wu Han on 4 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Lotus Party Leader Blasts Republican Government; Invites Members to Cross The Floor Lotus Party Leader Huang Zitao blasts what he calls "an inept government" Tian'an, Han - 1 December 4282 ![]() Huang Zitao giving a heated and combative press briefing in the halls of the National Conference Following debate on the Republican Defence Act today in the National Conference, Lotus Party leader charged out the doors and into the media fray. Speaking about the act, Huang said: Quote:This truly is a disgusting piece of legislation. It makes my skin crawl. It harks back to the days of the RC/Pua regime, when I marched alongside young student activists who had their toenails ripped out the night before. Our party fought hard during our decade in government to outlaw mass-casualty arms such as nuclear and biochemical weapons, and it's incredibly disappointing to see the government taking a step back from this progress. All Terrans deserve to live in a world free from these monstrous weapons. Further, that the government is moving away from practically every other nation in the world by stripping away the rights of prisoners of war is an affront to Indrala's reputation as a beacon of respect for human rights. This government has lost all sense of morality. Asked about the Xiandai campaign contribution scandal, which first broke the news in April, Huang said: Quote:Again, no morality, no ethics from this Republican government. It's hardly surprising, but nonetheless, it's extremely disappointing that the Republican Party and their millionaire and billionaire buddies have found a way to slip around the law. We will be committed to ensuring that this does not happen again in the future. When asked about reports from within the Republican Party following the election about the possible ousting of Party leader and Chancellor Xuan Shuren, Huang said: Quote:I mean, could you blame them? When your major political achievements include stripping away access to healthcare to millions of Indralans, breaking down our commitment to human rights and passing endless treaties which only our nation participates in, it's clear that this government and this Chancellor are inept at their jobs. It would be a shame if someone else were to apply... *chuckles from media* ... but seriously, I would like to send a message to our friends across the aisle: if you're serious about fighting for a better future for our country, join us, and let's get the job done. Alright, that's all for now. Thanks, everybody. Originally posted by Wu Han on 6 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Republican Party President Resigns, Party Base Enraged At Chancellor Amid the Xiandai scandal revelations, Republican grassroots members try to seize their party back ![]() Xuan Schuren and Republican party president Liao My on election night 4281 April 7, 4283 Hanzhou, Shu: Republican Party President Liao My was forced to resign after the membership of the party voted to kick her and seven other officials out of the party leadership at the Republican Conference 4273. Xuan Shuren was absent from the conference as he was “busy tending to the needs of Indralans”, however the party’s membership still passed a resolution to hold a confidence vote on his leadership of the party prematurely. They will now set their sights on a leadership vote next year, just as the two term Republican Chancellor is about to ramp up his government’s agenda in the National Conference. Many saw it coming Many spectators see this as something that should have happened a long time ago, given the lack of leadership displayed by Xuan Shuren and others in the party – especially after the party took a sharp turn to the right on many issues such as healthcare, something party members know Song Yi would have never stood for. We interviewed some party members to gauge their response: Lei Cheng: Quote:Those b******* have some nerve tearing our party apartGong Heng: Quote:F*** them. My, oh My Liao My was a former member of the Agro Alliance before the alliance became militant at the command of Chen Ruogang. She was one of the few remaining Agro-Alliancers that managed to survive the purge of all Agros after the Ruogang Confessions came to light. Liao My claimed to be loyal to Song Yi and that she was never a member of the Alliance once it became militant. Despite this, her over reaching desire for power and control has forced the party to abandon her and leave her to wilt on the streets of rural Shu Province. Furthermore, the party has allegedly spent over $6000 INS on Liao My's unconfirmed but widely reported male escort fix - which is what many are pointing towards as the reason Xiandai funnelled so much money to the Republicans. Word on the street now points to a collapse of the Republican Party’s manifesto and structure, even though their new found direction is what got them elected. Only time will tell what the fate of Xuan Shuren and the Republicans may be. More to come… Originally posted by Treehugger on 6 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 XIANDAI BRIBERY SCANDAL SOARS TO NEW HEIGHTS Chancellor’s wife had shares in Xiandai Group – Government orchestrated deal with Indralair [image missing] Xuan Shuren touring a Xiandai jet last October May 14, 4283 Tian'an, Han: It has been revealed that Chancellor Xuan Shuren’s wife Qian Lim, following the death of her father, inherited a 0.16% stake (valued at $76 million INS) in Xiandai Group. She and her husband, the country’s chancellor, hobnobbed with Xiandai executives to pass legislation in Xiandai’s interest. Investigative reporting bas also revealed that Xiandai funneled nearly $40 million in bribes to other Republican party officials and cabinet ministers. Zhihao DOWN Foreign Affairs minister Mao Zhihao has been confirmed to have received $4.6 million INS from the deal that he orchestrated between Indralair and Xiandai. Also included in the scandal is Finance minister Luo Bo, who was responsible for lowering the corporate tax rate from 5% to 0% during the Nationalist-Republican coalition regime. Trade and Industry minister is on the hook as well after emails leaked revealing Xiandai executives had directly asked him to make changes to the labour laws that allowed Xiandai to fire 4000 employees following their decision to go on strike. Election coming? Calls for the Chancellor to resign have become louder amidst the scandals that have plagued the government in a domino effect ever since the Ruogang Confessions took place. The Chancellor has continued to avoid the conflict and remain in the countryside – something that reckons to the past behaviour of Song Yi when she went missing several times in rural Shu Province. A majority of Republican backbenchers have been passing rogue bills to cause a form of “self-destruction” so that Xuan Shuren and his cabinet will be forced out of the National Conference if they refuse to resign themselves. More to come… Originally posted by Treehugger on 6 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 ![]() Issue 1: August 4283 ![]() Above: The Xiandai Tower pierces through the sky, as clouds crawl down the mountains to blanket the Hazhou Financial District Xiandai Corporate Headquarters Raided; Bribery Scandal Threatens Indralan Economic Success Story Story by Tan Dongsheng, 15 August 4283 HAZHOU, Shu — It was a surprisingly brisk morning in Hazhou this Monday, considering the time of year, as fog moved in from the mountains and SPS investigators descended on the Xiandai Group corporate headquarters. It cannot be ignored that ironically, each of the fastidious and deadpan SPS agents disembarked from one of sixteen Xiandai A35 light commercial passenger vans. Attorney General Xu Jindong spoke from a stuffy room in Tian'an where he described that following reports of bribery between Xiandai and key government officials in the government, the Supreme Prosecution Service had decided to raid the Xiandai Group headquarters in order to look for physical evidence of wrongdoing. Today, Chief Financial Officer Wang Junpyo, brother of CEO Wang Tangfei, and one of the nation's principal pillars of industry was escorted by police into an SPS Provincial Office to meet with prosecutors. This sent a message that shocked even a jaded public: Indrala’s economic order is under threat. ![]() Wang Junpyo entering the Shu SPS Office For the duration of the Fourth Republic, successive right-wing governments have deregulated monopoly restrictions, lowered business burdens and radically privatized the economy which has led to a number of families who have worked to aggressively squeeze out smaller businesses and international competitors. Those groups came to be known as the caizu, or “rich clans” in Indralan, and they dominate Indrala’s economic life to this day, recharging a sluggish and slow to no growth economy which plagued the Third Republic. Many of these groups are considered "too-big-to-fail" and as such, conservative and liberal politicians have pandered to their needs in the past. As Feng Songjo, Professor of Economics at Indrala University puts it: Quote:To Indralans, caizu have two faces. On one hand, caizu symbolize corrupt ties between business and politics, so people call for reforming caizu. On the other hand, the economy is so heavily dependent on caizu that people fear that shaking them too much might make them collapse.In the past, caizu conglomerates have been able to evade criminal investigation and prosecution through pulling their insurmountable weight in politics and economics and as Wang Junpyo heads into criminal investigation, it remains yet to be seen whether the Wang family will accept responsibility, or redirect the crosshairs of attention to embattled Chancellor Xuan Shuren, the family of whom owns nearly $76 million INS in Xiandai Group stock. Further, how the public will respond to this latest example of caizu-governmental conspiracy will be important to watch over the coming weeks. Either way, the economic order of Indrala could be shaken to its core. Xiandai Group stocks closed at 2134.13 INS per share today. Originally posted by Wu Han on 7 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 HALF OF REPUBLICAN CABINET QUITS, ELECTION LOOMING Xiandai scandal has forced over half of Republican cabinet ministers to resign, election call expected soon [image missing] Xuan Shuren and the Republicans are on their last legs amidst scandal and corruption May 29, 4284 Tian'an, Han: Half of the Republican government’s cabinet has resigned following the disastrous Xiandai scandal revelation that revealed Xuan Shuren and Co. have gained over $76 million INS from hobnobbing with Xiandai Group. The cabinet ministers to resign: Mao Zhihao – Minister of Foreign Affairs Long Wuying – Minister of Finance Zheng Song – Minister of Trade and Industry Wei Xia – Minister of Internal Affairs Tang Yijun – Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Peng Qigang – Minister of Justice Zhang Zemin – Minister of Defence While the mass resignation seems to be mostly motivated by the internal desire of each minister to cut ties with the government and distance themselves from Xuan Shuren, not all of the resignations have such a clear cut intention. Zhang Zemin, now former Defence Minister, had absolutely nothing to do with the scandal – however he made it clear what his resignation means. Quote:Xuan Shuren is an inept leader with a stick up his a**. As of today, I am formally announcing my intention of overthrowing his leadership and taking control of this sinking ship. We have become an embarrassment to the State of Indrala. I will right this vessel and take it back to the Hanzhou Harbour where we will begin the long and strenuous task of rebuilding our party and welding these bulkheads back into a seaworthy state.When asked how he intends to uproot Xuan Shuren’s leadership, Mr. Zhang said this: Quote:Look at me Mr. Xuan. Look at me through your TV. Look me directly in my cornea. You are like a wilting flower. You smell like my grandmother and you look like my grandfather. Do you know what my Grandfather looked like? A cheater. A man who would rather spend the night in your state funded brothels than come home and love my grandmother. You are the scum of this nation and you shall pay dearly. Keep checking your mirror because I will be right behind you on your way to the courts. Never have we witnessed such intensity from a politician in Indrala since Song Yi blasted Chen Ruogang before her death. Little is known what exactly Zhang Zemin’s intentions are, and many are calling for both sides to be cautious after what was witnessed when Chen Ruogang uttered similar remarks. All that is known at the moment is that not a single Republican will sleep well tonight. More to come… Originally posted by Treehugger on 8 October 2017. RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 ![]() Website: Today's Top Stories These are the three most viewed stories from the Tian'an Times online homepage Court Rejects Arrest Warrent for Wang Junpyo, Xiandai CFO ![]() Wang Junpyo leaving the Hazhou Courthouse HAZHOU, Shu -- A Hazhou court has denied the request of prosecutors to arrest Xiandai Group CFO and de facto head of the Wang family Wang Junpyo for his alleged role in a snowballing corruption scandal poised to topple Chancellor Xuan Shuren. Mr Wang, Chief Financial Office of the Xiandai Group, one of the world’s largest conglomerates, was allowed to return home early on Thursday morning after the Hazhou District Court ruled that there was no compelling reason for his arrest, despite prosecutors’ accusations that Xiandai made millions of dollars of political donations and bribes in return for business favours. The 48-year-old Xiandai Group executive is facing charges of bribery, perjury and embezzlement following a 22-hour interrogation late last week. The special prosecutors have accused the company of funneling more than $40m to various elected and unelected government officials in the Republican Party and the Republican Government. Xiandai welcomed the verdict, saying it appreciated “the fact that the merits of this case can now be determined without the need for detention”. The decision is a relief for Xiandai, enabling the country’s biggest conglomerate to avoid a leadership vacuum at a time when it is scrambling to push its commercial jets to foreign markets. Shares in Xiandai rose as much as 2.7 per cent on Thursday morning, while the broader market was up 0.5 per cent. The Republican Party, however, may not fare as well as the scandal has caused deep divides within the party with Former-Defence Minister Zhang Zemin declaring his commitment to "overthrowing [Xuan Shuren's] leadership and taking control of this sinking ship [The Republican Party]." According to experts, this scandal is far from over; “Although the arrest warrant was rejected . . . this is just the beginning. The controversy over his legal punishment will continue throughout this year,” said Li Bohai, economics professor at Tian'an National University.“Indrala is in for a rocky ride, both politically and economically.” Officials from the Supreme Prosecution Service announced shortly after the ruling that they would be appealing the decision, and moving forward with criminal charges against Wang Junpyo. Huang Zitao, Lotus Party, Campaigning in Taixi ![]() Huang Zitao meeting with constituents in Taixi TAIXI, Anle -- Huang Zitao was spotted today meeting with voters in the Taixi market district. As "The Nation's Grandfather" moved through the market, he was approached by a diverse range of voters both young and old who were eagar to get a picture with him. One such voter, 16-year-old Chang Liuxian was shaking with excitement after taking a photo with his classmates and Huang: Quote:I am so happy! My birthday is this April, so if what everyone is saying is true, I'll get to vote for the Lotus Party for the first time this year! I'm very excited. The Lotus Party is the only party that considers the interests of young people and puts each of us before big business.Taking a photo with Huang Zitao has become a sort of status symbol among young people on social media, which might explain why he is mobbed by teenagers at every campaign event the Lotus Party hosts. One Taixi market merchant, however, was not nearly as excited to see Huang. Yi Dan looked on with contempt as Huang was mobbed by constituents: Quote:There is no good to come from a socialist trying to get elected as Chancellor. Look now, that [expletive] is already making me lose all my customers! ![]() Yi Dan looking dismissively at Huang Zitao as she hangs another chicken for sale Huang, for his part, used the opportunity to criticize the Republicans, as the Xiandai bribery scandal has engulfed not just members of the government, but potentially the Chancellor as well. Huang said: Quote:I dare say that this government has been the most destructive government in nearly four decades. Corruption, privitization, militarization, and a bill which will see our nation renege on its obligation to the international community has been a firm step backward for our country. However, where others see a depressing situation, I see courage in changing the course of history; where others see a society torn apart, I see dawn at the end of a long dark night. You may choose not to trust me to do it alone, but you must trust the collective faith and good will of all of us. If I can see a future for Indrala, so can we all. Yao Wins "Best Actor" Award at IFAA ![]() Yao accepting his award TIAN'AN, Han -- After topping the box office with the movie Spark in a Mountain Village (山寨火种) earlier this year, main actor Yao was recognized with the "Best Actor" award at the 22nd annual Indrala Film Academy Awards. Most Indralan entertainment industry insiders and pundits predicted that Yao would win the "Best Actor" award, but some suggested that his achievement was not accredited to his acting skills, but rather his large fan following. This was Yao's first film since his acting debut in 4280. In his speech, Yao said: Quote:I am very honored to be able to win this award, but I feel that I still have many areas of improvement. I feel and learn many things through acting. Especially as I learn about Indralan history, I realized that when our nation goes through a difficult time, it is the people who rescue the country, that it's the people who are the true owners of our nation. My humble wish is that 4285 can be a year where all of Indrala's citizens can walk on the flower path, not just a few people. I will work hard to continually improve my acting skills so that I can be deserving of your support. Thank you everybody! Netizens quickly took to the internet following his acceptance speech, lambasting it for its political nature. Yao, Lotus Party Leader Huang Zitao's youngest son, has been criticized in the past for his open endorsement of the Lotus Party, and this speech was no exception. Yao is scheduled to appear in the KBS drama Wild Flowers (野草閑花) in the spring. Originally posted by Wu Han on 10 October 2017 RE: Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636) - Wu Han - 17-03-2026 Xuan Shuren Removed As Leader of Republicans in Dramatic Vote Xuan Shuren is now an independent chancellor without a party to call home [image missing] Xuan Shuren takes the bus back to his home after his party voted against his leadership and refused to provide any financial support to him as a member of the party June 2, 4285 Tian'an, Han: With 93.7% of Republican party members voting against his leadership, Xuan Shuren became a Chancellor without a party this afternoon. A group of former cabinet ministers and party leadership staff campaigned fiercely over the past few months for the party membership to vote Mr. Xuan out, however they didn’t seem to need much convincing as the Xiandai scandal continued to unravel and the Chancellor lost all the credibility that he once had. The campaign to vote out the chancellor, called “No more Xuan”, was spearheaded by former Defence Minister Zhang Zemin and former lifelong orphan and Republican leadership candidate Deng Jia. [image missing] Campaign to end Xuan Shuren’s leadership spearheaded by orphan Deng Jia and former Defence Minister Zhang Zemin Downfall The Republicans have fully imploded now that they are leaderless and an early election call is expected soon. Without any leader to run for chancellor and massive debt surrounding the party, there seems to be no hope for the Republican brand in the near future. Questions are being raised as to what the party is going to do now that their hopes of re-election are virtually squashed. Some party members had a few ideas of what to do: Quote:We must go back to our roots. We must thrive on our accomplishments. We must never forget what Song Yi did for us. Xuan Shuren ruined our party out of greed. We know who we are and we can revive our movement. - Ma LingWhat’s Next? The party’s temporary leader, Orphan and former leadership candidate Deng Jia told reporters that she would be suspending all advertising for the party and instead allocating that money towards small, local town hall meetings to investigate what direction the party should take gullwing the next election. She has also mentioned her intention of cementing a ban on donations to political parties within the Republican Party manifesto – in order to avoid such circumstances as the party now finds itself in. Zhang’n Zemin Former Defence Minister and now unofficial candidate for leader of the Republicans Zhang Zemin has fulfilled his promise to remove Xuan Shuren as leader of the party Quote:We got the votes!Now, he says he must take some time to rest and think about what his future holds, not dismissing a potential stab at the leadership in the near future. Quote:I said I would run, didn’t I? I need some time now, but you will see.The past of the Republican Party/Greens/Green Bloc has been tumultuous and plagued with tragedy, scandal and misfortune. Only time will tell if the future for this embattled organization will hold more of the same, or if there is light at the end of the tunnel. More to come… Originally posted by Treehugger on 11 October 2017. |