The United Federal Republic of Cerespasia is a massive, cultured nation, ruled by Charles M Henschelberg with an even hand, and notable for its pith helmet sales, compulsory military service, and keen interest in outer space. The compassionate, hard-working, democratic population of 2.115 billion Cerespasians have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The medium-sized, corrupt government juggles the competing demands of Administration, Industry, and Education. It meets to discuss matters of state in the capital city of Virton. The average income tax rate is 76.2%, and even higher for the wealthy.

The frighteningly efficient Cerespasian economy, worth 372 trillion Cereskian Pounds a year, is broadly diversified and led by the Information Technology industry, with major contributions from Book Publishing, Tourism, and Arms Manufacturing. Black market activity is extensive. Average income is an impressive 175,894 Cereskian Pounds, and evenly distributed, with the richest citizens earning only 2.6 times as much as the poorest.

Charles M Henschelberg's latest speech included a bizarre reference to MaxWow incontinence pads being 50% more absorbent than the next leading brand, atheists in the nation feel uneasy living in buildings where they were once vilified, the rich tend their gardens inside gated urban farming communities, and politicians have to be granted day-release from prison to speak on bills. Crime is totally unknown, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Cerespasia's national animal is the Peregrine Falcon, which soars majestically through the nation's famously clear skies.

Cerespasia is ranked 12,106^th in the world and 348^th in the South Pacific for Most Cheerful Citizens, with 54.76 Percentage Of Water Glasses Perceived Half-Full.