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| The Twin Democracies; Legantian-Rusnyan Relations | |
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| Tweet Topic Started: Jul 24 2014, 08:28 PM (249 Views) | |
| Carbadia | Jul 24 2014, 08:28 PM Post #1 |
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Legantium International Airport, The Republic of Legantus 9:40 Local Time A Crowd had gathered on the tarmac. The airport had been closed for the day, and radar operators were directing aircraft out of it's airspace. An old-fashioned metal stairway sat at the end of a long red carpet surrounded by metal fences to keep the people away from the path. A full platoon of Legantian infantry stood at attention at the base of the stairs, their dress uniforms freshly pressed and immaculate, the bayonets on the end of their rifles gleaming in the morning light. Reporters and cameramen stood ready to record and broadcast the event. In a few minutes an aircraft would arrive, and they wanted to see its passengers. Republic House, The Republic of Legantus Silvanus looked out his window. It wasn't the best view in the city - the rooms at the top of the Capitol Building held that honor - it was still a nice one. The residence of the President of the Republic stood atop a hill, and it allowed him a limited look into the city. There was a surreal absence of cars on the streets, with most having been shut down to allow their guest to make it here without having to sit through traffic. There were still tourists there, though, walking the streets on foot and under the watchful eye of what Silvanus guessed to be a full company of snipers spread throughout the buildings within view. The Tourists were probably getting more than they expected, Silvanus reasoned. Most trips to the Capitol were planned weeks in advance, and this meeting had only been set up recently. He watched the small group walk out of sight, and turned back to this situation at hand. Two Detail guards stood at the door, with one having his hand to his ear. That one pulled his hand down and spoke up. "The Aircraft is starting its decent" Silvanus nodded and straightened his tie (He personally hated them, but his protocol office had insisted). "Places, then." |
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| Gorvikia | Jul 24 2014, 09:26 PM Post #2 |
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20 miles from Legantian Airspace The aircraft carrying president Amsel, a VC-25 (or a militarized 747, popularly known as 'RAF Alpha') slowly approached Legantian airspace, escorted by two Rusnyan Air Force F-15Es. The Legantians had informed the Rusnyan military that they would be taking over the escort of the Presidential aircraft, so the Eagles had been fitted with external fuel tanks (to ensure they would actually make it back to Rusnya without running out of fuel). The delegation the Rusnyans were bringing to Legantus was small, consisting solely of Amsel, Ambassador Becker, and a handful of Presidential Security Agents, as the Legantians had security handled already. Amsel stood in his personal office with a piece of paper in his hand, detailing what he had hoped would be covered between himself and President Silvanus. Several minutes later, two Legantian F-22s descended upon RAF Alpha to assume escort duties. The pilot of RAF Alpha radioed the Rusnyan lead escort plane, "Knight 1, peel off and head back to Rusnya with Knight 2. Passing off to the Legantians. Have a safe flight home, boys." With that, the two F-15Es banked left, making a 180 degree turn to head back to Rusnya, while the F-22s took their position for the rest of the flight to the Legantium International Airport. Ten more minutes passed before Agent Cristavi, Amsel's close friend and most trusted PSA Agent, knocked on Amsel's door before entering. "Mr. President, we're beginning our approach to Legantium International," said Cristavi, "We'll be landing shortly." Amsel nodded, "Thank you, Roland." Cristavi exited the room, with Amsel and both took their seats as the plane began its landing onto the tarmac. Ambassador Becker sat to Amsel's right with a pale look on his face. Amsel laughed and patted him on the shoulder, "Getting sick there, eh Christian. Nerves?" Becker shook his head, "I hate landing, it's the worst part for me....once this is over I'm going to need a drink...or ten." The plane finally landed and taxied its way towards a staircase the Legantians had set up, with the PSA agents opening the doorway and standing beside it. Amsel stood up with Becker and straightened out a small pin of the Rusnyan flag on the left side of his black suit. He turned to Becker as they approached the doorway, "You ready?" Becker, no longer pale, smiled and nodded. The two men exited the plane to a flurry of camera flashes and news cameras clamoring for a shot of the Rusnyan delegation. Amsel and Becker, along with their security detail, descended the steps onto the carpet, with Legantian soldiers, dressed in ceremonial uniforms, lining both sides of the carpet. Amsel, figuring it was customary, saluted the soldiers he and Becker walked the carpet, followed by the PSA. Amsel was surprised by the amount of members from the media present. Sure, he was an international leader visiting foreign soil for the first time, but even in Rusnya the media was never had this much of a presence when he had made public appearances. Nonetheless, Amsel smiled and waved at the camera crews as he reached the end of the carpet, where a limousine marked with the Rusnyan flag had been waiting, escorted by Legantian police officers. Agent Cristavi opened the door for Amsel, who turned around and gave one last wave to the cameras before entering the vehicle with Becker. Cristavi then closed the door, entering his own vehicle with the rest of the PSA Agents present, and the motorcade departed the airport, destined for the residence of President Silvanus. Edited by Gorvikia, Jul 24 2014, 09:27 PM.
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| Carbadia | Jul 26 2014, 08:39 PM Post #3 |
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Republic House, The Republic of Legantus "Lightning Flight is returning to base. SCORCH has landed safely and is mobile, on his way here. ETA about... three minutes." Silvanus nodded at the Detail officer and walked to the front door of the building. Another red carpet sat on the steps leading from the drive, and Silvanus stood at the top. Two soldiers stood at the base, facing outwards. A group of Reporters stood at the edge of the stairs, ready with cameras like the group at the Airport. Silvanus stood there for about two minutes, the news cameras intermittently flashing. Then the motorcade came down the drive. The center vehicle came to a stop right in front of the carpet. One of the soldiers grabbed the door and opened it, turning to face the building as he did so, with the other simply turning around and returning to attention. Silvanus walked down the steps and held out his hand for Amsel. "Mr. President, Welcome to Legantus. It's an honor to have you here." |
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| Gorvikia | Jul 26 2014, 09:16 PM Post #4 |
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Amsel exited the vehicle with Becker to be greeted by President Silvanus. Shaking hands, Amsel replied, "President Silvanus, it's a pleasure to finally meet in person. We thank you sincerely for the welcoming committee, it's quite impressive," said Amsel, turning to glance at the Legantian soldiers. "You know Mr. Becker to my left here, of course," said Amsel, as Becker extended his hand and shook Silvanus'. "It's a pleasure to meet again, Mr. President," said Becker. "As you requested, your recommendation for a promotion for Mr. Becker here was approved by myself personally. I do hope that Rusnyan Ambassador to Legantus is acceptable?" asked Amsel, smiling. |
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| Carbadia | Jul 26 2014, 09:32 PM Post #5 |
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Silvalnus smiled. "I think it will be." He gestured up the stairs into the building. "I don't think we can get much work done here on the steps with all of these reporters taking our picture every five seconds. There's a room waiting for us inside, if you'll come with me." The leaders walked up the steps, leaving behind the flashes of the cameras. Soon, they were sitting around a small table in one of the private rooms in the building. Two uniformed members of the Detail stood outside the door, preventing anyone from entering. Silvanus gestured towards the chairs and then sat down himself. "And now we can get to work. I must say, your handling of the Valkany situation is impressive. Oil is a powerful bargaining chip, but only if used correctly. Very nice" |
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| Gorvikia | Jul 26 2014, 11:47 PM Post #6 |
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Amsel took a seat with Becker across from Silvanus at the table, "Ah, yes. It wasn't exactly an easy move, but we did what we saw as most beneficial for our nation, especially given the content discussed at the Brothers in Arms Meet that Ambassador Becker here reported back to us. Valkany may be one of our primary foreign oil purchasers, but we wouldn't hesitate to cut them off, especially given the threats they threw at us regarding our production of the AV-8B." Amsel shook his head, "All of that fuss for an obsolete aircraft...but I digress, the situation in Valkany appears to be changing dramatically. Our Ambassador in St. Demetrium has reported the current government plans to step down and have a provisional government take its place, and it's quite likely that they're moving towards a more democratic system." The Rusnyan president pulled out a packet detailing the current events in Valkany as reported by Ambassador Lukin, as well as copies of the letters sent by the Valkanian Emperor and Prime Minister, handing it to Silvanus. "Those letters are a sure indication of such a move. While we are wary of the Valkanians and the potential instability that may be caused by a government change, I see this as a prime opportunity for the potential birth of the democratic movement in Noverra." |
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| Carbadia | Jul 27 2014, 05:43 AM Post #7 |
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"I agree." Silvanus grabbed the letters, but didn't give them more than a cursory glance yet. He'd look them over more thoroughly later. "They have colonies in several places... two in rather strategically important locations. If we can take advantage of this instability... we'll have several new democracies in the world that is sorely lacking in them." He set the papers down and looked back at Amsel. "We need to begin a more aggressive strategy when it comes to the expansion of democracy. There are three places I've identified as the most likely for a democratic movement to succeed besides in Valkany, with New Vasconia and Rendaria being the most obvious ones." |
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| Gorvikia | Jul 29 2014, 12:21 AM Post #8 |
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"The colonies have had some unrest, but our Marines deployed to the area with the Valkanians have been able to maintain order. Given the near universality in the protests, I think we can anticipate democracy growing in those places as well," said Amsel. "As for New Vasconia and Rendaria, while it is quite intriguing, I question how democracy can be spread there while they remain under the influence of Austiana and Dawinia. Unless an all-out war takes place, which I highly doubt anyone desires at this juncture, I don't exactly have confidence in the Austianese or Dawinians changing their tune. Unless, of course, you know of another option?" |
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| Carbadia | Aug 12 2014, 05:16 PM Post #9 |
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"Recent events have lead to instability. Dawinia is taking its first steps towards Democracy. Austianans are recovering from their ordeal under the Fascists, and are starting to long for a say in their government again. We might be able to take advantage of this." Silvanus nodded to the one Detail member in the room, who opened the door and left the room. "But first, we need to get our own house in order. Medai claims to be Democratic, but their President acts more like a Dictator. I'll handle them... with Dawinia still a threat to their security, getting government reforms in exchange for protection shouldn't be too hard. I would appreciate your assistance with Valkany. Since their government changed, it's been oddly stable. I doubt its good luck will last too much longer. We need them stable." Silvanus got up. "On the matter of our own relations..." He walked over to the far side of the room, and opened up a large wooden cabinet. Inside a gray metal safe sat. He punched in his code in and put his finger on a scanner. The door clicked, and then opened. Silvanus pulled out a folder. He walked back to Amsel and handed him a folder. "You should find this satisfactory."
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| Gorvikia | Aug 12 2014, 07:22 PM Post #10 |
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The Rusnyan President perused the document that Silvanus had handed him, with Becker looking on as well. Amsel mumbled the words to himself, using his finger as a guide as he read. He eventually reached the end of it and turned to Becker, giving him a look of approval, before turning back to Silvanus. "Well, Mr. President, I think we have a mutual agreement here," said Amsel in an approving tone. "You can rest assured that Legantus will have Rusnya as a faithful ally for as long as either of our nations are bound by the terms in this treaty. We'll have the Hoherhaus approve it and you'll have my signature on it by the end of the week." Amsel leaned back, "As for the Valkanians, we don't anticipate any potential instability to be an issue. We've kept a watchful eye on them and, if needed, we will intervene. I trust that you'll be able to handle the Dawinians and Austianese, and if this opportunity you are referring to exists, then I agree that we should take full advantage of it. That Bernhard of theirs appears to be pro-reform, which is quite encouraging." |
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| Carbadia | Aug 15 2014, 03:39 PM Post #11 |
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"Good. If you don't mind, State recommended we do the signing publicly. A visible sign to your neighbors that they won't just be declaring war on you if they decide to expand their ideologies. As for the Crowns," Silvanus's face became impassive, almost blank, "We have some probes underway. I'll try and keep you as informed as I can, but it is an intelligence operation. There's only so much I can discuss about it." |
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| Gorvikia | Aug 15 2014, 08:41 PM Post #12 |
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"Understandable, indeed. They would be foolish to try and impose a monarchy on the Rusnyan people," said Amsel, rolling his eyes. "We've had enough of a terrible history under the Crown, we'd rather not have to revisit that. I do agree that a public signing would be a great symbol of what democracy can accomplish. I must admit I'm quite eager to make it official." |
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| Carbadia | Aug 21 2014, 05:49 PM Post #13 |
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Silvanus simled. "I agree. I look forward to working more closely with your nation in the future." He took a quick look at his watch and then looked back at Amsel. "If you're willing, there's something on Molt that I believe you would like to see." |
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| Gorvikia | Aug 21 2014, 08:17 PM Post #14 |
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Amsel raised his eyebrows at Silvanus, "Oh? You have my interest now, Mr. President." |
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| Carbadia | Aug 24 2014, 05:45 AM Post #15 |
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Silvanus smiled. "You could say it's the first fruits of our alliance." |
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