Resilience, Honor, Unity
Welcome to Arlandica
Officially the Kingdom of Arlandica, once known as Arland. You’re stepping into a self-proclaimed sovereign state, often called a micronation by outside observers, but to its citizens, it's something far more meaningful.
About Us
As you explore Arlandica, you’ll discover that it's both an enclave and an exclave, with its territories spread across the Philippine archipelago. The kingdom is made up of nine provinces: Mainland Arlandica, Busawan, Esperanza, Galrea, Lémarita, Libertad, Nueva Bago, Paddaya, and San Lazaro. At the heart of it all lies Santo Niño City, the official capital located in Eastern Mindanao.
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HISTORY
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Founded on April 20, 2020, Arlandica is now five years into its journey, established under the leadership of King Jerold I, who remains the reigning monarch. Arlandica claims to be the successor of the historical Realm of Davao Gulf, once led by Datu Bago from 1800 to 1850.
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MONARCHY
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In Arlandica, the monarchy plays a central role. The King of Arlandica serves as both head of state and head of government, holding executive and judicial powers. The monarchy draws strong inspiration from European models, especially those of the United Kingdom and Spain, adopting many traditions, titles, and ceremonial customs. This fusion of Western heritage with Arlandica’s own identity gives the kingdom a unique cultural character.
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PARLIAMENT
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If you’re curious about Arlandica’s political system, the Parliament is where legislative authority resides. Citizens elect representatives from each province for one-year terms, forming a unicameral body led by a president. Parliament members introduce laws known as bills, which become acts of Parliament once ratified. The monarch opens and closes each legislative session, while the Parliament’s president is chosen internally to guide its proceedings.
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SUPREME COURT
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Judicial matters are handled by the Supreme Court, the highest and only court in Arlandica. The King serves as the High Judge, supported by the President of the Supreme Court. Together, they oversee the interpretation of laws and resolve constitutional and micronational legal issues.​​​​
Official Gazette​
This is the central and authoritative source for all official issuances of the Arlandican government. In the spirit of transparency and accountability, this publication contains Acts of Parliament, Royal Decrees, Codes, Judicial Decisions, and other official policies. All entries herein are legally recognized and form part of the permanent public record of the Kingdom.
Purpose
​The micronation is primarily a personal micronational project established by its founders, with a strong emphasis on education in leadership, political awareness, state-building, and legislative simulation for its citizens, particularly the youth. It operates with a symbolic political identity and holds no intention of opposing the authority of the government of the Republic of the Philippines.
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CULTURE
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The Arlandican people, as citizens of a micronation deeply rooted in Filipino heritage, embody the rich traditions and enduring values of the Philippines. Among the most significant of these is the cultural trait of utang na loob—a profound sense of gratitude and moral obligation to repay favors and kindness received. This principle continues to shape interpersonal relationships and civic duties across Arlandican society.
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Arlandican culture also places great importance on personal alliances, which are often grounded in mutual obligation, friendship, shared religious beliefs, and trade. At the heart of social interaction is the value of pakikisama, or the ability to get along with others—an essential element in promoting harmony, cooperation, and unity within the community. Respect for elders and figures of authority remains a cornerstone of Arlandican etiquette, demonstrated through traditional Filipino gestures such as the mano, the respectful use of honorifics like po and opo, and the familial terms kuya and ate to address older siblings or peers.
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Equally vital is the spirit of bayanihan, a cultural expression of communal unity and collective effort. This spirit is most evident during times of hardship or shared endeavors, where community members willingly come together to support one another and achieve common goals. It reflects not only Arlandica's resilience but also its commitment to solidarity.
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To preserve social order and personal dignity, Arlandicans uphold the values of hiya (a sense of shame) and amor propio (self-worth or self-respect).
Achievements and Milestones
(As per data provided by RUA Insights and Micronational Classification Center, August 2025)
• Largest Philippine micronation in terms of the extent of territorial claims and influence, occupying pieces of land from Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, Cotabato, and Davao regions.
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• Holds the longest written micronational constitution in the Eastern Hemisphere, comprising 11,929 words, longer than that of the United States Constitution.
• Recognized as the most stable and continuously functioning government in the Philippine micronational community, having conducted four uninterrupted parliamentary elections since 2023.
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• Operates the leading micronational news and media company in the Philippines, the Hopeful Morning Broadcasting Network (HMBN), with an average of 1,500 engagements per year on its official website.
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• Maintains the most effective law enforcement and intelligence agencies among Philippine micronations, the Civil Guards of Arlandica (CGA) and the Royal Arlandican Intelligence Directorate (RAID), featuring a structured rank system and consistently low cases of crime nationwide.
• An active member of the Association of Micronations in the Philippine Islands (AMPI).
• First Philippine micronation to join intermicronational organizations such as the Union Against Micronational War (UAMW) and Micronational Olympic Federation (MOF).
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• Possesses a collection of over 200 historical and cultural artifacts, preserved and displayed across various micronational museums and libraries nationwide.
• First Philippine micronation to fully own and operate a small retail store selling water gallons.
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• First Philippine micronation to implement party-list system since March 2025.
• A debt-free micronation, with no taxation imposed and no citizenship fees.
• A stress-free micronation, requiring only two to three tasks per month from its public officials.
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• First Philippine micronation to formally adopt a comprehensive set of legal codes, including the Academic and Behavioral Code, Civil Code, Code on Government Auditing, Criminal Code, Electoral Code, and Environment Code.
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• First Philippine micronation to institutionalize transparency by publishing all its laws, royal decrees, codes, and official rulings through a publicly accessible Official Gazette.
• Categoric-Gradial System of Classification (CGSC): 4.2 score. First Philippine micronation to receive a very high classification.
• Micronational Democracy Index (MDI): 9.0 score. Classified as a Full Democracy.
• Daniel’s Scale of Micronational Seriousness: 3.4 score. Classified as a micronation for fun, educational, and satirical purposes, as well as a personal hobby/project.
• Fontasian Intermicronational System of Stability (FIMSS): 0.83 score. Classified as a 1st World Micronation; the first Philippine micronation to achieve such a high stability rating.
• Linden’s Revised System of Classification (LRSC): 4.4 score. Classified as a Significant Micronation.
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• Usian Bureaucratic Scale: 4.0 score. Classified as Leaning Bureaucracy; the first Philippine micronation to be categorized under this system.
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• Human Development Index (HDI): 0.710 score. Classified as high human development. All calculated based on the combined and average HDIs of the Philippine regions where Arlandica is located.
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• Gold Appreciation Certificate by the Southern Confederation of Angosvria.
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• Jerold I, king of Arlandica, ranks as the 16th most prolific editor on MicroWiki — the world's largest encyclopedia on micronationalism — with 12,107 total edits as of July 22, 2025. Excluding administrators, he ranks 4th globally, 2nd in Asia, and 1st in Southeast Asia since 2024 and in the Philippines since 2022.
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• Joshua Borja became the first Arlandican citizen to win a seat in the 2023 Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections.
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• First Philippine micronation to successfully host its own internal national games (2024 National Games), a micronational olympic-style event.
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• Grand Champion in 2025 IBU Microvision, a victorious debut with Team ARND led by Benz Gian Arellano.​
• Arlandica was mentioned in the 2025 Cinemalaya film Republika ng Pipolipinas, marking one of its most significant appearances in mainstream media. The film featuring Arlandica was screened in Ayala malls, UP Diliman, and various venues nationwide.
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Join Us!
Be an Arlandican!
You can apply for citizenship by clicking "Submit Here" below. Becoming a citizen of Arlandica allows you to actively participate, contribute to decision-making, and help shape the future. Whether you're passionate about youth empowerment, political awareness, or simply looking to be part of a meaningful initiative, citizenship offers you a unique opportunity to be involved. Join us and become a proud member!
Diplomatic Relations
Let's build friendship!
Arlandica is always open to establishing diplomatic relations with other micronations, organizations, and like-minded communities. We believe that collaboration and dialogue are essential for mutual growth and understanding.
Intermicronational Affiliations
Explore Arlandica’s official diplomatic ties, intermicronational affiliations, and international outreach. This section details alliances, recognitions, and the Kingdom’s role in global micronational organizations.
Thank you!
"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have."
— Maya Angelou (1982)
https://arlandicangovernme.wixsite.com/arlandicangovernment is the official website for Arlandica. This website is managed by the Ministry of Information.
