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Info: Ottoman Empire: The Imperium of Expansion (Collaborative Feudal Colonialism)

History: The Ottoman Empire had a rich history in trade and commerce, spanning across Europe, Asia, and Africa. They brought their extensive knowledge of trade routes, economic systems, and market dynamics to the United Nations. Their expertise in international trade helped strengthen the UN's economic initiatives and promote global economic cooperation.

The Ottoman Empire's historical position as a crossroads of trade between Europe, Asia, and Africa, serving as a hub for East-West trade routes, allowed them to contribute significant knowledge and experience in international commerce. They helped develop trade policies, establish fair economic practices, and foster economic growth by leveraging their understanding of regional markets, as they had a diverse economy encompassing agriculture, textiles, handicrafts, and trade. The empire also had valuable natural resources, including minerals, and strategic geographical positioning with the absolute power, control, and dominion of the Middle East and Southwest Asia regions (with the exception of Egypt and North Africa). Because of this, the Ottoman Empire contributed its expertise in international trade, logistics, and cross-cultural exchange to the UN. It played a role in facilitating global commerce, promoting fair trade practices, and sharing knowledge and resources related to its valuable natural resources.

Additionally, the Ottoman Empire's strategic geographical location made it a crucial crossroads for trade between Europe, Asia, and Africa. Its merchants and traders had extensive knowledge of commercial routes and established networks. This expertise in international trade and logistics contributed to the United Nations' efforts in fostering global economic cooperation and facilitating international commerce.

Notably, the Ottoman Empire had a rich cultural heritage, spanning architecture, literature, music, and cuisine. Its contributions to the arts and sciences left a lasting impact. The empire's cultural heritage was shared within the United Nations to promote cultural appreciation, tourism, and the preservation of historical sites and artifacts.

The Ottoman Empire has undertaken the modernization of its educational system, incorporating Western pedagogical methods while preserving Islamic and Ottoman traditions, including the study of the Quran and classical Islamic sciences. Efforts have been made to grant more access to education for non-Turkish ethnic and religious minorities, aiming to create a more inclusive and diverse educational landscape.

The Ottoman Empire has aimed to grant more rights and representation to its minority groups, balancing secular governance with the continued importance of Islamic principles and institutions. The resulting society reflects a diverse tapestry of Turkish, Arabic, and Persian cultural elements, as the empire seeks to accommodate the needs of its heterogeneous population.

The Ottoman Empire's culture reflects a blend of Turkish, Arabic, and Persian cultural elements, preserving traditional arts, architecture, and craftsmanship alongside the adoption of modern influences, with the Ottoman Turkish language and script remaining a unifying cultural force.

The Ottoman Empire possessed a rich military history and legacy, with a focus on strategic thinking, fortifications, and naval prowess. They brought their expertise in defensive strategies, siege warfare, and fortification construction to the United Nations' military operations. Their military forces excelled at protecting borders, securing vital infrastructure, and providing tactical advice. This expertise contributed to the UN's military planning and defense strategies, particularly in regions where historical Ottoman influence was significant.

The Ottoman Empire's ideology, based on a blend of Islamic principles and imperial governance, continued to shape and influence their cultural and religious perspectives within the United Nations. While the UN operates as a secular entity, the Ottoman Empire's historical legacy influenced their approach to cultural and religious diversity, fostering dialogue and understanding as they advocated for the recognition of cultural and religious diversity among member nations.

Despite this, the Ottoman Empire was still an imperialistic empire by nature, with a history of territorial expansion and imperialistic ambitions, earning the name "The Imperium of Expansion". This captures their desire to extend their dominion across regions and exert influence over diverse populations. Calina Ilyich Lenin called this characteristic imperialism "Collaborative Feudal Colonialism", which describes the Ottoman Empire's imperialism as a form of colonialism rooted in feudal structures of power and control. Additionally, Lenin used this term to emphasize the collaboration between the socialist and social democratic parties and the ruling classes of the Ottoman Empire in pursuing colonialist policies.

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Motto: دولت ابد مدت "Devlet-i Ebed-müddet" (The Eternal State)

Military: Grand Army of the Ottoman Empire (GAOE)

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GAOE Land Forces

GAOE Naval Forces

GAOE Air Forces

GAOE Mecha Corps

GAOE Space Forces

Leaders: Sultana, Caliph, and Grand Vizier

Sultana: Mehmedé I



Caliph: Murad XII



Grand Vizier: Emin Mustafa Demir