The Republic of Free State of New Congo is a colossal, safe nation, ruled by Lord Admiral de Courcey with an even hand, and notable for its compulsory military service, smutty television, and absence of drug laws. The compassionate, democratic population of 4.496 billion New Congoans enjoy extensive civil freedoms, particularly in social issues, while business tends to be more regulated.

The large government juggles the competing demands of Education, Defense, and Administration. The average income tax rate is 76.2%, and even higher for the wealthy.

The frighteningly efficient Free State of New Congoan economy, worth 583 trillion Baals a year, is quite specialized and led by the Information Technology industry, with significant contributions from Tourism, Beef-Based Agriculture, and Book Publishing. Average income is an impressive 129,711 Baals, and evenly distributed, with the richest citizens earning only 2.4 times as much as the poorest.

Nations that kill a New Congoan can expect a strongly worded letter, Free State of New Congo City has become the number one destination for urban exploration in the South Pacific, Harry Potter conventions are closely watched by the government for any signs of 'dueling', and military officers are given medals for disobeying orders. Crime is totally unknown, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Free State of New Congo's national animal is the Bison, which is also the nation's favorite main course.

Free State of New Congo is ranked 26,116^th in the world and 453^rd in the South Pacific for Highest Poor Incomes, with 80,737.92 Standard Monetary Units.