The Republic of Shin-Zetsubo is a massive, socially progressive nation, notable for its state-planned economy, irreverence towards religion, and complete absence of social welfare. The hard-nosed, cynical population of 1.744 billion Shin-Zetsuboans are ruled with an iron fist by the socialist government, which grants its people the freedom to do whatever they like so long as it doesn't involve getting richer than anybody else or challenging the government.

The medium-sized, liberal, socially-minded, well-organized government is primarily concerned with Defense, with Administration, Law & Order, and Public Transport also on the agenda, while International Aid and Spirituality receive no funds. The average income tax rate is 34.1%, but much higher for the wealthy.

The sizeable but underdeveloped Shin-Zetsuboan economy, worth 48.5 trillion Kumas a year, is driven entirely by a combination of government and state-owned industry, with private enterprise illegal. However, for those in the know, there is a slick, highly efficient black market in Arms Manufacturing, Woodchip Exports, Door-to-door Insurance Sales, and Furniture Restoration. The private sector mostly consists of enterprising ten-year-olds selling lemonade on the sidewalk, but the government is looking at stamping this out. Average income is 27,797 Kumas, and distributed extremely evenly, with little difference between the richest and poorest citizens.

Crime is relatively low, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Shin-Zetsubo's national animal is the Monokub.

Shin-Zetsubo is ranked 296,860^th in the world and 50^th in Anaia for Highest Average Incomes, with 27,797.47 Standard Monetary Units.