Ukraine

From Gothpoodle

• Population: 32 million
• Aspects: Stable, Third Wave

Ukraine had a slow start in the post-Soviet era; many of the old communist elite remained in positions of power well into the new century. Lasting democratic reform came only in the early 2040s, when communists began to suffer electoral defeat nationwide. The Communist Party attempted to mount an extra-constitutional coup in 2044, but gave up power when it was clear the military would not fall into line. The “Kiev Spring” which followed gave Ukraine an open, democratic society at last. Ukraine avoided involvement in the Russian civil war, and has since been a stable partner for both Russia and the European Union.

Today Ukraine has a stable Third Wave economy, and is rapidly investing in biotech and nanotech industries. Since 2094 it has been a significant investor in the Olympus Project and it may be planning to begin its own aggressive space program in the next few years.