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Imperial Diplomacy; with Elpidia
Topic Started: 19th November 2013 - 11:26 PM (409 Views)
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The First Empire of Neo Rokkenjima is interested in establishing formal diplomatic relations with the Republic of Elpidia. After hearing of possible interest for such relations from the Republic I would like to propose we work towards the establishment of relations. I feel that much can be accomplished through strong bi-lateral ties with the Republic and understand that a Rokkenjiman diaspora currently resides in Elpidia. I understand that these Rokkenjimans enjoy a fulfilled life in Elpidia and would like to explore the option of allowing these citizens dual citizenship with Neo Rokkenjima.

Furthermore, the First Empire would like to propose a defensive alliance with Elpidia. With the present situation proving that the stability of the Great Northern Sea is an issue of concern I would like to propose a Rokkenjiman military base to be established in the Republic with a permanent forward deployment of the IRS Essex and her associated Battle Group.

I await word from the Republic and hope that we can foster a warm, mutually beneficial relationship between our nations.

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The Republic of Elpidia is exceedingly pleased to accept the your Imperial Majesty's invitation to initiate formal diplomatic relations. I too feel that our two great nations can mutually benefit greatly from close friendly relations.

I am certainly open to the possibilities you have listed, and look forward to discussing them. Your Imperial Majesty or one of your representatives are then welcome to join us in Elpidia, and likewise I would be more than happy to visit Neo Rokkenjima.

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I'm pleased to receive such a warm and open response to my earlier communication. This is an excellent start to relations between our nations.

As I understand your Foreign Minister is at the conference in Ecclesiarreich perhaps he and my Vicegerent, Charles Ofdensen, may find the time to initiate some discussions there. Of course we would not wish to detract from the ultimate goal of the conference we should seek to fit these meetings in between the official proceedings, or after they have concluded.

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Your Imperial Majesty,

Certainly the fortuitous presence of our representatives at the peace conference will allow enough time for the discussion of the propositions raised in your earlier dispatch. In the mean time our Foreign Ministries may begin the formal exchange of ambassadors. We would be pleased to host an ambassador from the First Empire, and would be honored to have you host one of our ambassadors.

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I await word from the Vicegerent concerning the progress made. The First Empire looks forward to the arrival of an ambassador from the Republic, and I shall be dispatching Ambassador Jason Cole to represent our nation in Elpidia. The son of Admiral Henry Cole I'm certain you'll find him a capable and compassionate Ambassador who will represent only the best of Neo Rokkenjima.

Respectfully,
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(OOC: If it's okay, I'd like to begin those talks we spoke about).

12:49pm
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Deputy Foreign Minister Yvette Bannor waited patiently in the conference room for the arrival of the Rokkenjiman ambassador. She'd been informed he'd arrived yesterday evening, and an appointment had been set up for 1 o'clock today. With Foreign Minister Truden still attending the "peace talks" in Ecclesiareich, it had fallen to her to carry out the first major talks with the First Empire. She somewhat nervously looked over the agenda for the meeting.

She'd been informed by the President herself that it was very important that she secure a mutual defense treaty, as well as a Rokkenjiman base in Elpidia. Of course, as the Rokkenjimans had proposed these things, she didn't think it would be a difficult task. However, she hoped to wrangle some kind of trade deal in as well.
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Ambassador Jason Cole found his way to the conference room eager to begin the work before him. The Empress had stressed her strong desires for the establishment of a strong bi-lateral relationship with Elpidia, and it was his duty to see such relations established. As he entered the conference room he extended his hand to Yvette Bannor, "I'm Ambassador Jason Cole, it's a pleasure," he said. "I look forward to seeing what we are able to accomplish today."
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"Mr. Cole, what a pleasure." said Bannor while shaking the man's hand. "I do hope you're enjoying your stay in Elpidiana. Please have a seat."

As they sat down, Bannor rearranged some papers.

"Alright, let's get down to business shall we? I have her majesty's original dispatch here, and I'd like to first discuss her points in turn before moving onto anything else. Let's begin with the defensive alliance. Elpidia is prepared for a full mutual defense alliance, and we'd also be prepared for something a little closer than that. You see, our military relies strongly on intelligence and we try to stop situations before they can threaten Elpidia. Would the First Empire be interested in adding a shared intelligence pool to the treaty as well?"
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"Thank you," Cole said as he took his seat. "Elpidia has proven to be my favourite post thus far in my career, and I look forward to spending many years serving the Empress here."

"The Empress is in full agreement with a defensive alliance between the First Empire and the Republic. She has also entrusted me to make further decisions regarding such an arrangement to my discretion, so in our talks you can be confident that my words carry the weight of hers. Thus, I see no reason to reject a shared intelligence pool between our nations and feel it would only further strengthen the relationship between the Republic and the First Empire."
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"Wonderful, wonderful. Due to the nature of our parliamentary system it should be no trouble to pass any treaty we agree on through the National Assembly. We can hash out the details of the treaty later, right now we just need to agree on the key points. So the next issue is the military base and the deployment of the IRS Essex."

Bannor pulled out a map of Elpidia.

"If you'll look here we have several small islands that would be perfect for bases here in the Illumic Channel and the Peniche Bay. We would prefer the base to be based in the Illumic Channel, as there is little threat in the Peniche Bay area."
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"Indeed," Cole said as he listened, viewing the map once Bannor had prepared it. "While I see some good candidates before me I feel this one," Cole pointed to one of the (comparatively) larger islands of those he saw available, "would be the most appropriate. The Empress is a very big proponent of natural, renewable energy thus I must inquire as to the possibility of such a power scheme for the base. Also, until the base is completed Essex could stay in the region, pending any further Rokkenjiman commitments, until completion."
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"That would be perfectly fine. We'll have the Ministry of the Interior send over all the specifics on that island and the surrounding area. We too are committed to renewable energy, we mainly rely on geothermal and hydropower. It's possible that there will be some geothermal sources near the island, and you could also purchase energy from our state energy corporation ElpEng, barring that you are of course entitled to use your discretion on how to generate energy. Of course we would be happy to host the IRS Essex and her battlegroup until the station is finished."

"The next and last item on the agenda is the possible dual citizenship for Elpidians of Rokkenjiman descent. This is an issue of greater controversy for us. There are currently no other dual citizenships available, and there have never been. We think perhaps the original immigrants, now mostly above the age of 65, may want dual citizenship, but their children and grandchildren almost universally identify as Elpidian rather than Rokkenjiman."
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"Excellent, I look forward to reviewing the data concerning the island so that we may move forward. We'll utilize local sources of energy, and purchase further energy should there be any shortfalls. I shall notify the Empress of the decision regarding Essex once our meeting concludes."

"The Empress understands the distance and time which exists between Rokkenjimans in Elpidia and, at the same time, feels that all peoples should have a connection with their ancestral homeland. She has proposed the consideration of a Rokkenjiman Cultural Centre to be constructed to help build that bridge. If this possibility is acceptable we may delay any difficulties which may be caused by a drive for the previously proposed dual citizenship."
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"That certainly sounds like an excellent compromise, and in important first step in what we'd like to be a gradual process. The government will be consulting with the Rokkenjiman-Elpidians before deciding our future course of action. The cultural center would best be built here in Elpidiana, the majority of Elpidians of Rokkenjiman descent live here."

At this point an aide walked into the room and handed Bannor a piece of paper. "Oh? What's this?"

"A new dispatch from the First Empire, we thought it would be relevant."

As the aide left the room Bannor quickly read the dispatch.

"It appears that the First Empire has officially announced plans to modernize the navy, replacing many older models. Despite all our growth Elpidia is not yet a truly developed nation. Your old ships would definitely be more advanced than our current ones, and it's possible these foreign contracts for ship construction could benefit out economy greatly. Could we perhaps negotiate a deal to get Elpidia at least part of these old ships and some of these contracts?"
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"Excellent, I await the results of the consultations and look forward to moving forward once the results are available. The First Empire is, nautrally, willing and able to cover the costs of construction, maintenance and staffing of the centre."

"That would be correct, it's a project of massive undertakings to be sure. I would be willing to hear any proposals you would have related to the purchase of older Rokkenjiman vessels as well as the issuance of contracts for the construction of the newer models. I'm certain the Empress would be pleased if I were able to relay news of such a deal to her."
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"First we'd need to know the specs and prices of the ships available. We'd also need to see if our shipyards are capable of producing the ships you need, and what the price of upgrading any shipyards would be."
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"Of course," Jason said, pulling out some notes from his briefcase. "These vessels recently entered into the Imperial Reserve Fleet and are available for purchase. As the Republic has been a valued partner to the First Empire on the global stage, and is soon to become a full member of the CSTO, the prices the Empress is willing to part with them for will be adjusted accordingly."

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Porcelina Class Destroyer: 4

Price: $40m

IRF Defiance
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IRF Equinox
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Chimera Class Frigate: 4

Price: $30m

IRF Concorde
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"Naturally we are placing a greater importance upon our Resolute and Ruby acquisitions, and hope to see us reach a deal for some contracts which will enhance both our interests."
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Bannor looked over the list of ships carefully.

"Perhaps we could get the price a little bit lower? A friends and family discount perhaps?" she said with a wink. "If we could get them a little cheaper, say $33 million for the Porcelinas and $20 million for the Chimeras, we'd buy the lot of them."

"As far as these contracts go, I'm fairly sure we could produce the Resolutes and Steadfasts. How about all the Steadfasts and half the Resolutes produced in Elpidia."
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Jason chuckled, "I do believe such a discount can be arranged. Consider it done."

Jason considered the contracts, noting that Rokkenjima had been producing Resolutes and, after hearing his father go on for hours about presenting the completed order to the Empress ahead of schedule he knew his decision was already made. "Producing half of the Resolutes and all of the Steadfasts works great for Rokkenjima. If there's no other business you can think of that we've left unaddressed I can confirm these details with Councilor Kline," Jason said as he reached for his phone.
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"I believe that'll be it, it's been a pleasure working with you." said Bannor, hiding her excitement at haggling down the Rokkenjiman.
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