Siqála

Siqála, officially the Republic of Siqála (Aswáqsta: Siqála Kaweqstálat), is a country in northern Vatupaya, in the continent of Vidina. It is surrounded by the Northern Ocean to the north, the Aila'ak Bay to the east, and the Gulf of Jetérja to the west. Insular Siqála comprises the Skóuks Archipelago, surrounded by the Siqálan Sea, and several outlier offshore islands. The country is divided into 15 states, with nearly 85% of the population being concentrated in southeastern region. As of 2023, Siqála has a population of 1,501,838 people, with nearly a third living in the capital city of Annué or its surrounding metropolitan area.

Etymology
The name "Siqála" derives from the Aswáqsta term meaning "land of the Aswáq". It was first employed on 15 March 1694 with the creation of the Dominion of Siqála, however, it did not enter common circulation until the start of the 18th century.

Politics
The Republic of Siqála is a  and, under a  and  form of government established with the 1948 constitutional reform. The Siqálan constitution divides the government in three branches:, , and.