The Two Neighboring Countries

The differences in national systems and social structures led to a terrible war between the Ostania and Westalis, resulting in numerous casualties, not only of soldiers but also of innocent people. Although diplomatic relations and cultural exchanges have been established to a certain extent, the roots of the war still gnaw at the hearts of the residents, casting a deep pall of darkness over their lives. With the seeds of war smoldering in the air, both countries have secretly released agents into each other’s countries. They are engaged in a struggle that will never come out in the light of day, each with their own internal agendas.

Westalis 

Westalis seems to be friendly with other Western countries and is relatively open in its governing. This may be the reason why the country seems to be recovering from the war more smoothly than Ostania. In recent years, the country has been focusing on nipping new wars in the bud in order to further rebuild the country and stabilize its diplomacy. They are actively dispatching diplomats and ministers to prevent another war with the East.

WISE

The Westalian Intelligence Services’ Eastern-Focused Division. This is an organization that uses information from intelligence agents infiltrated in Ostania to neutralize individuals and groups behind the scenes that are trying to worsen relations with Westalis. Although the full scope of the organization is unknown, they protect the peace between the two countries with state-of-the-art technology and highly capable agents.

Ostania

Like Westalis, Ostania suffered a heavy loss during the war. Today, while maintaining its wartime state system, the country is at the mercy of the times.

Internatal State of Affairs

The country promotes its open politics and rapidly developing industry to foreign countries, but this is strongly in the nature of propaganda. Security organizations are openly active in arresting those who pass unfavorable information and facts abroad, and speech tends to be controlled. However, as long as one does not transmit information that is detrimental to the state, security is maintained for normal life, and jobs and studies can be obtained freely depending on one’s ability.

Government

In the past, the National Unity Party, a hardliner against Westalis, was the sole leader of the country, but after the war, the National Unity Party has been deposed from the ruling position, and now a conservative party is in charge of the state administration. On the surface, the country seems to be taking a conciliatory line with Westalis. However, there are many in the public who do not seek reconciliation with the other country.

Secret Police

The State Security Service, also known as the “Secret Police,” are a feared security organization. Their primary duty is to hunt spies and monitor citizens. They are willing to assault, wiretap, intimidate, and torture to achieve their goals. Some members are recruited from other professions, and working undercover and even hiding the fact that they are Secret Police from their families.

Source: Nikkei Entertainment, Spy x Family manga

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