Republic of Pelau

Pelau, formally the Republic of Pelau was a micronation in Seoul, South Korea.[1] It was founded in 13 March 2012 by Muhammad Luqman. The micronation has not received any recognition from 193 member states of the United Nations.

Not to be confused with Republic of Palau.
Republic of Pelau
Micronation
Flag of Pelau
Flag
Anthem: "فدائي"
"Fedayeen Warrior"
Proclaimed capital
and largest city
Jinjeou
Official languagesKorean
English
Malay
Religion
Demonym(s)Pelauan
Organizational structureUnitary presidential republic
• President
Muhammad Luqman[lower-alpha 2]
Kim Han Seok[lower-alpha 4]
LegislatureNational Assembly
Independence (unrecognised)
• from Korean Republic
13 March 2014
Area claimed
• Total
2.78 km2 (1.07 sq mi)
Purported currencyPelauan won (PLW)
Time zoneUTC+9 (PST)
Date formatdd/mm/yyyy
Calling code+693 (proposed)
Internet TLD.ps

Pelau's creation and subsequent development was the intended focus of a charitable and humanitarian nature. In addition to this, Pelau began building a reputation among the small micronational community.[2]

Notes and references

Notes
  1. Islam is Pelau official religion, around 59% are Sunni 2% Shia and 1% Non-denominational Muslim. However, other religions can be practised by non-Pelauan citizens of the country.
  2. 3rd President of Pelau, held office in 27 May 2022.
  3. also Head of the Council of Minister.
  4. Prime Minister of Pelau since 7 June 2024.

References
  1. John Ryan, George Dunford & Simon Sellars (2006). Micronations. Lonely Planet. pp. 90–93. ISBN 1-74104-730-7.
  2. "Molossia and Vikesland? Leaders of (fake) nations gather in L.A.", CBS News, 10 April 2015; access date 11 February 2020.
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