abstract
| - South American Commonwealth (short: S.A.C or the Commonwealth) is one of the nine superstates that rule over Earth from late 21st century onward, encompassing most of South America, save for the small nation Realm of Fire at the South-most & the Falkland Island which was liberated when United Kingdom had to joint United States of Europe (more or less reluctantly). The Commonwealth is a semi-presidential parliamentary republic, consist of 38 provinces. This union is the result of South America integration process which started from late 20th century. The process itself, however, didn't actually goes on full force before the needs and commitment for regional stability during the Greater Depression, when China collapsed, taking with it almost the entire world's economy, as well as countering the increasing influence from the Union States in the North, the African from the East, and the Oceania from the West, the Commonwealth was established after the Second Constitutive Treaty at Buenos Aires, Sept 18th, 2075. Today the Commonwealth generates an estimate of 29% share of the nominal gross human product, roughly around $US 417.7 trillions in 2107. The country maintains a good combination of market economy and a Nordic-styled welfare model with universal health care and a comprehensive social security system. The Commonwealth has been a large producer & exporter of food and agricultural products within the World of Men in universe. Among its many income sources, tourism, like in late 20th century, or even within the Greater Depression, play a major role. Historical relics, architectural and natural wonders, a diverse range of foods and culture, vibrant and colorful cities, and stunning landscapes draw a number of hundred of millions each year to South America. Some of the most visited places in the region are Recife, Olinda, Machu Picchu, the Amazon Rainforest, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Fortaleza, Maceió, Bogota, Lima, Florianópolis, Isla Margarita, Natal, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Angel Falls, Nazca Lines, Cuzco, Lake Titicaca, Medellín, Patagonia, Cartagena and the Galápagos Islands With the decriminalization of sex industry in late 21st century, the Commonwealth also expand its influence into this sensitive industry, with the foundation date back to 20th century, when many of its nation-states were already decriminalized it. The Commonwealth enjoys the 4th highest per capita income within the World of Men, as well as 9th highest on a more comprehensive Solar System list. From 2101 to 2106, again from 2109 to 2115, Commonwealth hold one of the highest HDI ranking. In 2113, SAC ranked 4th in equalized Better Life Index & 3rd in inter-generational earnings elasticity.
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