It's part of a country. A small-ish part of a really big country.

[A princess? Now that's something he never thought he'd come across. He grins largely, bowing deeply to her. He'll stick to Pennsylvania for now. It's easier than trying to explain states.]

It's great to meet you, your highness. I haven't had the opportunity to meet a real princess before. My country is... rather lacking in them. Our leaders are mostly assholes.

[...welp.]