Deltaria

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Cahtica - For nearly two years Silvije Horvat has ruled Deltaria as Prime Minister. For the first time in a century, Deltaria has been governed by a democratically elected government. A weak regent, combined with a still underaged crown prince, have given this democratic government extra ordinary powers to govern the country without royal interference. The decision by military leadership to also withold from pressuring said government have resulted in relative stability. 

The Augustan Empire under Horvat has already accomplished more in two years then it was able to for decades under the late Emperor. Horvat's "Program for the Poor" has elevated nearly 1 million Deltarians from relative poverty, by investing into the provinces rather then the larger cities. This policy has improved public services and infrastructure in the provinces, allowing people better opportunities to succeed. Another highly succesfull program has been the Deltarian Advancement Tax Initiative (DATI) which allows low-income workers to receive a refundable tax credit based on their earnings.The more someone works (up to a limit), the larger their benefit. If income rises, the credit gradually phases out to encourage advancement rather than dependency. The DATI alone has been able to improve the position of the middle class and get more people out of lower-income jobs. 

Horvat has also used his governments power to increase the authority of provinces. Political reforms have made the position of governor a elected one, while provincial legislatures are allowed to install their own taxes and work related programs. While the Empire is still unitary in essence, increased responsibilities for provincial governments have led to greater flexibility for local economies. In his "State of the Empire" speech, held last week in the Duha, Prime Minister Horvat further outlined his vision for the Empire. One significant hope is reapproachment towards Istalia, with Horvat explaining the "great opportunities" that lay ahead if the two countries could come closer together. Additionally, he announced a major program to rebuild the Deltarian military, which has fallen behind due to years of mismanagement and economic hardship. With the country now growing at a steady 4% annually, combined with lowering unemployment and inflation, Horvat sees the time is right to focus on defense again. 

"Our nation's history is build on hardship, with our military defending us throughout. I am of the firm believe that a strong Augustan Empire may only succeed with a strong military. The pillars of this government are build on the economy and our security. We will deliver on both as we look towards a brighter future." 
Oppossition parties have condemned Horvat's vision, calling it "a step into the past" and looking for a greater focus on citizen welfare. 


Prime Minister Horvat, Deltaria's youngest leader in years