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Post self-deleted by Shangyan.

IC: The Shangyanian Central Bank has raised interest rates in order to moderate the peak of the current economic cycle.

Philippe Pétain commonly shat his pants while meeting visitors in prison starting in 1947 at the age of 91 due to declining health and mental well-being.

Primera Republica De Cantabria

America The Greater wrote:You too BN. Everything going well in the president's seat? You chose a great cabinet so I'm hopeful.

It's going pretty smoothly. I've got 3 months left, so I'm trying to figure out my next big project before I'm out of office. Maybe that history factbook will finally get done.

America The Greater

Bernie Nation wrote:It's going pretty smoothly. I've got 3 months left, so I'm trying to figure out my next big project before I'm out of office. Maybe that history factbook will finally get done.

If you need any help with that, I'm still on Discord. I don't really know if I want to keep this nation going but I kept the Discord app.

America The Greater wrote:If you need any help with that, I'm still on Discord. I don't really know if I want to keep this nation going but I kept the Discord app.

That's something we can definitely work on.

Molcadara wrote:Treaty for the Establishment of the World Union

I. An International Assembly will be formed of one representative from each member nation of the World Union, and shall be the legislative body of the World Union. It shall have the responsibility of passing World Union resolutions, electing the Secretary General of the World Union, and appointing the non-permanent members of the World Union Security Council. Resolutions will be passed by a simple majority. In the election of members of other bodies, the International Assembly will use the Borda Count method.

II. The Security Council will be formed, and shall include representatives from two elected States in North America, three elected States in Africa, two elected States from Asia-Pacific, one elected State from Eastern Europe, two elected States from Western Europe, an additional elected State from any region in the world, and the permanent Security Council members. The regional members shall be elected by member nations in their respective regions. At the World Union's foundation, the only permanent member will be the Kingdom of Molcadara, but additional permanent members may be instated by International Assembly resolution. The Security Council shall have the responsibilities of establishing peacekeeping missions, establishing international sanctions, and authorizing official World Union military action. The Security Council members shall serve four month terms.

III. A World Court shall be formed of three Judges elected by the International Assembly of the World Union for six month terms. It will be responsible for trials relating to violations of international law, and suits between member nations of the World Union.

IV. A World Union Secretariat shall be formed as the executive branch of the World Union. The World Union Secretariat shall be headed by the Secretary General of the World Union, elected by the International Assembly, and the Secretary General shall be responsible for the appointment of the other officials of the Secretariat, which is responsible the execution of World Union programs, the maintenance of World Union premises, the finances of the World Union, the provision of services to the officials and representatives of the World Union, the World Union budget in cooperation with the International Assembly, and all other matters related to the running of the World Union. The Secretary General shall serve a four month term.

V. The World Union shall be headquartered and housed in Babylon, in the infrastructure prepared for the organization, and shall derive its revenue from donations from member nations, individuals, organizations, endowments, and the fruit of prudently managed savings from previous budgetary surpluses, along with whatsoever means of funding the World Union deems fit whilst remaining outside of corruption.

Founding Members:

Joining Members:

IC: After a short delay caused by the elections in 6 of the 36 Autonomous Regions, the partially renewed Parliament has decided in favour to join the World Union. As many experts have observed, the recent international activities in which the republic of Ansuriel has partecipated has raised the popularity of international-related issues in most of the Regions, included the ones where elections have been recently held. In fact, the new MPs from said Regions have assured a greater margine of victory for the vote in the Parliament.

IC: With workers, and funding from Ursus, New West Tropico, and Molcadara, Kaitiland has now began to fund it's peoples building projects. "We have destroyed the government, and now we must rebuild it in our own image" Indov said as he sat upon the rubble of the statues of Kaitiland's first rebels. "Once again, I beg for international aid in the search for Kade, we have uncovered documents stating that one of many ships headed towards South America was carrying him aboard, we would like help in our search".

Kaitiland wrote:IC: With workers, and funding from Ursus, New West Tropico, and Molcadara, Kaitiland has now began to fund it's peoples building projects. "We have destroyed the government, and now we must rebuild it in our own image" Indov said as he sat upon the rubble of the statues of Kaitiland's first rebels. "Once again, I beg for international aid in the search for Kade, we have uncovered documents stating that one of many ships headed towards South America was carrying him aboard, we would like help in our search".
IC: The Tropican military is willing to aid the new Kaitiland government in finding Kade.

Kaitiland wrote:IC: With workers, and funding from Ursus, New West Tropico, and Molcadara, Kaitiland has now began to fund it's peoples building projects. "We have destroyed the government, and now we must rebuild it in our own image" Indov said as he sat upon the rubble of the statues of Kaitiland's first rebels. "Once again, I beg for international aid in the search for Kade, we have uncovered documents stating that one of many ships headed towards South America was carrying him aboard, we would like help in our search".

IC: The Behrezvian government has begun sending aid in the form of workers to help rebuild Kaitiland, and military support has been promised in the form of 500 soldiers.

New West Tropico wrote:IC: The Tropican military is willing to aid the new Kaitiland government in finding Kade.

IC: Indov would appreciate this very much.

IC: The nation of Medio Centroamericano has announced its celebration of the anniversary of the 1997 Revolution, inviting Centroamericanos worldwide to take part in the festivities. Head of state Dante Corilla has announced his intent to give a speech in the capital city.

IC: President Dante Corilla and his brother, International Affairs Minister Alejandro Corilla, have been killed in separate incidents during the 1997 revolution anniversary. Vice-President Hector Rodriguez and Business Minister Rolando Rodriguez have assumed the position of president and vice president.

IC: In response to the excellence success of the World Union and the deescalation of international disorder, the Kingdom of Molcadara will be cutting its military spending from 20% of GDP back to 15% of GDP.

Appathiselea

Kaitiland wrote:IC: With workers, and funding from Ursus, New West Tropico, and Molcadara, Kaitiland has now began to fund it's peoples building projects. "We have destroyed the government, and now we must rebuild it in our own image" Indov said as he sat upon the rubble of the statues of Kaitiland's first rebels. "Once again, I beg for international aid in the search for Kade, we have uncovered documents stating that one of many ships headed towards South America was carrying him aboard, we would like help in our search".

IC: The Head of State Mr. Strubing would like to know if Kaitiland does not accept the offer of United Federalistic businesses to invest in your great nation with the purpose of creating jobs. This would accompany an investment in your nations infrastructure. With these plans our military would like to establish 2 naval bases and 1 Air Force base on your sovereign territory, this would allow greater cooperation between our militaries, and would allow our powerful nations to conduct drills. The embassy will be reopening.

Appathiselea

Is there a political dispute going on? :0 Interesting....

Militarism is an uproar no one can resolve. You must accept this kind offer, Kaitiland, who knows what other countries will help you in the terrible event that has recently occured.These types of things don't happen every day, I will contribute in any way I can. The republic of Appathiselea is in your favor.

Post self-deleted by Oldmanzakk.

Post self-deleted by Molcadara.

IC: The Oldmanian Ambassador in Molcadara will ratify the WU Treaty signed by Prime Directress Ms. Sigmar on the behalf of Oldmanzakk and Koalaurope at the Ceremony, although some degree of skepticism remain among the oldmanian government, while Koalaurope government seems to be indifferent.

OOC: [nation=short]Molcadara[/nation] ---> See Above ^

IC: The Celestial Empire of Shangyan would like to notify the international community of the fact that current projections indicate that a worldwide recession and slowdown in trade is imminent. For the sake of the common international welfare, we advise all governments to formulate their recovery programs.

United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation

United Federal Districts wrote:IC: The Head of State Mr. Strubing would like to know if Kaitiland does not accept the offer of United Federalistic businesses to invest in your great nation with the purpose of creating jobs. This would accompany an investment in your nations infrastructure. With these plans our military would like to establish 2 naval bases and 1 Air Force base on your sovereign territory, this would allow greater cooperation between our militaries, and would allow our powerful nations to conduct drills. The embassy will be reopening.

IC: Indov does accept.

United Federal Districts

IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

Ursus Island

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

IC: The Ambassador from Tropico begins to speak: How would this possibly effect nations during the looming international economic recession?

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

IC: The older generation of the Sarrum's kind were largely reserved, and dedicated themselves either to specific areas of governance under the Sarrum, the conduct of diplomacy, the oversight of their sacred lands, or traveling the world, but the younger generation were more likely to dedicate themselves to humanitarian causes and become rather more personally beloved and celebrity in the new age of social media. The delegate to the summit in Burlington, Lady Viara belongs to the latter group, and dedicates herself mostly to the environmental cause. She had the appearance of youth, silver eyes and hair, and wore western business attire sans footwear.

"First, I would like to thank you, Your Majesty, for hosting this important summit. My team and I would like to personally accompany the Antarctic expedition to determine the cause of this terrible trend in climate change, and the Sarrum wholeheartedly supports your motion for international greenhouse emissions standards. As the provisional Secretary General of the World Union, pending elections, he will do his best to acquire general international support for the measure. Molcadarans are united with you in this cause, Your Majesty."

Yodle

New West Tropico wrote:IC: The Ambassador from Tropico begins to speak: How would this possibly effect nations during the looming international economic recession?

IC: Emperor Wuff ponders for a second, then responds.

"Well you see, if we fail to act now and come to an agreement and consensus on what to do to save our environment, our international economic recession will be more catastrophic than either of us can imagine. Might I remind you that you are very much at risk for flooding, just as I am in parts of my nation."

Molcadara wrote:IC: The older generation of the Sarrum's kind were largely reserved, and dedicated themselves either to specific areas of governance under the Sarrum, the conduct of diplomacy, the oversight of their sacred lands, or traveling the world, but the younger generation were more likely to dedicate themselves to humanitarian causes and become rather more personally beloved and celebrity in the new age of social media. The delegate to the summit in Burlington, Lady Viara belongs to the latter group, and dedicates herself mostly to the environmental cause. She had the appearance of youth, silver eyes and hair, and wore western business attire sans footwear.

"First, I would like to thank you, Your Majesty, for hosting this important summit. My team and I would like to personally accompany the Antarctic expedition to determine the cause of this terrible trend in climate change, and the Sarrum wholeheartedly supports your motion for international greenhouse emissions standards. As the provisional Secretary General of the World Union, pending elections, he will do his best to acquire general international support for the measure. Molcadarans are united with you in this cause, Your Majesty."

IC: Emperor Wuff smiles and responds gratefully.

"Thank you Lady Viara, we will gladly accept your offer to personally accompany us on our Antarctic Expedition trip. I am very pleased to see that fellow international powers are as concerned as we are regarding this subject. I look forward to working with you and your nation in formulating greenhouse emissions standards in the near future."

Yodle wrote:

IC: Emperor Wuff ponders for a second, then responds.

"Well you see, if we fail to act now and come to an agreement and consensus on what to do to save our environment, our international economic recession will be more catastrophic than either of us can imagine. Might I remind you that you are very much at risk for flooding, just as I am in parts of my nation."

IC: The Tropican ambassador quickly responds. "Of course Tropico has No Doubt that swift action must be taken and Tropico is certainly going to send only it's best scientists to the research center in Antarctica."

Yodle wrote:IC: Emperor Wuff smiles and responds gratefully.

"Thank you Lady Viara, we will gladly accept your offer to personally accompany us on our Antarctic Expedition trip. I am very pleased to see that fellow international powers are as concerned as we are regarding this subject. I look forward to working with you and your nation in formulating greenhouse emissions standards in the near future."

IC: The delegate from the Celestial Empire of Shangyan took this opportunity to reply to the Emperor of Yodle. "The Celestial Empire has been preparing a universal free trade agreement for consideration by the World Union, but given these new developments, I believe we can arrange for the agreement to have a clause allowing for the imposition of tariffs proportional to emissions in excess of the recommended maximum."

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

Melon Tusk lead of the Oldmanian summit's delegation, clears his voice and sips from his glass of water: If his canine Majesty is willing to talk facts, The Science Directorate has already a project to curb Greenhouse Effect, it may seem a bit strange but we have proven its efficiency in controlled experiments in Oldmanzakk, have you ever heard of Iron Seeding? The theory behind it is that small particle of Iron will be introduced in plankton rich areas of the world, the fitoplankton will consequently feed on it and activate its photosynthesis curbing large quantities of CO2 and effectively reduce its impact on the atmosphere. To do that me and my team have invented the HAEPHESTUS platform, basically a geothermal/volcanic facility which extract iron composites from deep sea volcanic activity and seeds a designated area of ocean. To provide energy to the structure we can use battery packs and photovoltaic technology in the like of NCR power grid. We plan to build a sufficient number of these structures around the world and in doing so in the mean time creating a lot of jobs positions and investments to curb the incoming economic recession and put climate change in check in one row. I know this could be really ambitious but if we don't act together our world is destined to kill us all in a bunch of decades.

Oldmanzakk wrote:Melon Tusk lead of the Oldmanian summit's delegation, clears his voice and sips from his glass of water: If his canine Majesty is willing to talk facts, The Science Directorate has already a project to curb Greenhouse Effect, it may seem a bit strange but we have proven its efficiency in controlled experiments in Oldmanzakk, have you ever heard of Iron Seeding? The theory behind it is that small particle of Iron will be introduced in plankton rich areas of the world, the fitoplankton will consequently feed on it and activate its photosynthesis curbing large quantities of CO2 and effectively reduce its impact on the atmosphere. To do that me and my team have invented the HAEPHESTUS platform, basically a geothermal/volcanic facility which extract iron composites from deep sea volcanic activity and seeds a designated area of ocean. To provide energy to the structure we can use battery packs and photovoltaic technology in the like of NCR power grid. We plan to build a sufficient number of these structures around the world and in doing so in the mean time creating a lot of jobs positions and investments to curb the incoming economic recession and put climate change in check in one row. I know this could be really ambitious but if we don't act together our world is destined to kill us all in a bunch of decades.

IC: "The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would caution that placing all of one's eggs in the basket of a single stimulus program is liable to result in a subsequent crash at the conclusion of the program, but we approve of the proposal in and of itself. Have you determined how many years it will take until the emissions inherent in the construction of this project will be offset by the future emissions reduction?" replied the delegate from the Celestial Empire of Shangyan, in a polite tone.

Shangyan wrote:IC: "The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would caution that placing all of one's eggs in the basket of a single stimulus program is liable to result in a subsequent crash at the conclusion of the program, but we approve of the proposal in and of itself. Have you determined how many years it will take until the emissions inherent in the construction of this project will be offset by the future emissions reduction?" replied the delegate from the Celestial Empire of Shangyan, in a polite tone.

IC: "Since the single facility is basically a Passive Filter and doesn't actively produce material but catch the material produced by volcanic syphons separate it and introduce it in the ocean, the emission offset is placed nominally 5 to 10 years after it's construction depending on costruction material reperibility.

By the way this project doesn't want to be the single stimulus program for the Economy and the Enviroment, our vision is to place it in a Network of envisioning projects like the Ursurian research facilty in Antarctica and the NCR clean powergrid. Obviously we have to collaborate, the Science Dir. has already a team of scientists in Antarctica collaborating with Ursurian scientists at the research facility, and to our luck one of the best places to build an HAEPHESTUS platform is over there." promptly answer Mr. Tusk.

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

IC: The UFD ambassador agrees that the international community should take action, Nevertheless we want to remind nations there is a global recession on the horizon. We will send a destroyer the UFD Sea Shark carrying a team of scientists to Ursus's Antarctic base. The UFD Sea Shark can be used to transport scientists from all friendly nations to and from the base.

The Head of State is signing an executive order to force all government infrastructure plans to be climate change resilient. There will also be a public works project to upgrade current infrastructure to prepare for climate change. To pay for this costly program most welfare programs will be cut to force all able bodied workers to be in the workforce.

Yodle

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

IC: The Ursurian ambassador is gladened to see such a strong turn out from the international community, and is happy that others are making use of the Ursurian research base. In light of the looming recession and this climate change we in Ursus will be heavily investing in our infrastructure, primarily green infrastructure, as will boost the economy and provide jobs. We are also happy to share any and all green technologies developed in Ursus Island, and encourage the international community to do the same. We in Ursus will also be investing in net negative technologies such as carbon sequestration and if possible artificial photosynthesis. These measures, as well as a measure increasing the environmental conservation associations budget by 27% are currently up for vote in the Confederal assembly, and would be paid for by an even higher carbon tax, and an overall raise on taxation, especially on the upper 25‰, polling shows they are likely to pass, with an estimated 73% voting aye.

IC: Kaitiland's international communication systems have been repaired, along with ports and docks for international travel. Most things have seen significantly improved conditions, whilst still not being fully rebuilt, things are steadily getting better. Kaitiland's top scientists have been given the task of looking into the new climate change discoveries.

New West Tropico wrote:IC: The Tropican ambassador quickly responds. "Of course Tropico has No Doubt that swift action must be taken and Tropico is certainly going to send only it's best scientists to the research center in Antarctica."

IC: Emperor Wuff looking pleased with this quick response, replies.

"Yodle is grateful to have you on board!"

Oldmanzakk wrote:Melon Tusk lead of the Oldmanian summit's delegation, clears his voice and sips from his glass of water: If his canine Majesty is willing to talk facts, The Science Directorate has already a project to curb Greenhouse Effect, it may seem a bit strange but we have proven its efficiency in controlled experiments in Oldmanzakk, have you ever heard of Iron Seeding? The theory behind it is that small particle of Iron will be introduced in plankton rich areas of the world, the fitoplankton will consequently feed on it and activate its photosynthesis curbing large quantities of CO2 and effectively reduce its impact on the atmosphere. To do that me and my team have invented the HAEPHESTUS platform, basically a geothermal/volcanic facility which extract iron composites from deep sea volcanic activity and seeds a designated area of ocean. To provide energy to the structure we can use battery packs and photovoltaic technology in the like of NCR power grid. We plan to build a sufficient number of these structures around the world and in doing so in the mean time creating a lot of jobs positions and investments to curb the incoming economic recession and put climate change in check in one row. I know this could be really ambitious but if we don't act together our world is destined to kill us all in a bunch of decades.

IC: Emperor Wuff scratches his ear and looks up in intrigue at the proposal.

"Your proposal is ambitious, I like it. I would like to invest in your project to get it started, I've no idea if it will work but it is the first proposal we've received to curb climate change so I welcome it with open paws!"

United Federal Districts wrote:IC: The UFD ambassador agrees that the international community should take action, Nevertheless we want to remind nations there is a global recession on the horizon. We will send a destroyer the UFD Sea Shark carrying a team of scientists to Ursus's Antarctic base. The UFD Sea Shark can be used to transport scientists from all friendly nations to and from the base.

The Head of State is signing an executive order to force all government infrastructure plans to be climate change resilient. There will also be a public works project to upgrade current infrastructure to prepare for climate change. To pay for this costly program most welfare programs will be cut to force all able bodied workers to be in the workforce.

IC: "It is unfortunate your social safety net will need to be cut in order to achieve the necessary precautionary measures we must all take. I have decided to take similar action in investing in infrastructure to protect our major cities, specifically with the investment of sea walls and new building requirements to handle potential flooding scenarios."

Yodle wrote:IC: It's the night of the Scientific Summit in Burlington, the streets are alive with people rushing to get the University of Yodle grand lecture hall where it is going to take place. As everyone settles down, Emperor Wuff himself walks onto the stage on all fours and sits up on his hind legs once he gets to the podium. He clears his throat and addresses the international community

"

Ladies, Gentleman, and Canines, thank you for joining me tonight to discuss this pressing matter. Tonight our canine scientists at this fine university have given me the honor to present and discuss their findings.

After going through piles of data on greenhouse emissions worldwide, the conclusions were that the only place in the world where they could be coming from were from the continent of Antartica. This conclusion is somewhat baffling given that the continent is entirely made of ice and there are no permanent inhabitants living there. We are going to send an expedition team of our best canines and scientists to further investigate this phenomenon. We ask that other nations here with us at this Summit send expedition teams to [nation=short]Ursus Island[/nation]'s Antarctic base as a meeting point to further investigate this.

Other findings show that we should create an international standard for greenhouse emissions to stem climate change. Such standards would need to be drastic and be effective within the next year or two to have any effect on the current state of nature. We will need to debate this topic to accommodate each nation's needs, but we will get to that shortly. Our first worry is to find out the cause of these greenhouse emissions and to save our environment.

Any Questions or Comments?

"

IC: President Sanders approaches Emperor Wuff.

"Beloved Emperor, I would like to offer my sincerest gratitude that you have shone a light on such an urgent issue. It seems quite obvious from our initial studies that human activity is the man cause for the increase in greenhouse emissions and the warming of our planet. I urge all of you to consider how your nation may be able to reduce their emissions and become more sustainable. The New California Republic is proud to state that our electrical grid is 100% fueled by renewable energy, and we offer many incentives for citizens to reduce their waste. If any of you would like to learn more, myself and the NCR's most esteemed scientists would be more than willing to share our knowledge. Only solidarity, my sisters and brothers, will ensure that there is a future would our child to prosper in."

With a small wave and a gentle smile, President Sanders returns to his posse.

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Saturnae

Bernie Nation wrote:

IC: President Sanders approaches Emperor Wuff. 

"Beloved Emperor, I would like to offer my sincerest gratitude that you have shone a light on such an urgent issue.  It seems quite obvious from our initial studies that human activity is the man cause for the increase in greenhouse emissions and the warming of our planet.  I urge all of you to consider how your nation may be able to reduce their emissions and become more sustainable.  The New California Republic is proud to state that our electrical grid is 100% fueled by renewable energy, and we offer many incentives for citizens to reduce their waste.  If any of you would like to learn more, myself and the NCR's most esteemed scientists would be more than willing to share our knowledge.  Only solidarity, my sisters and brothers, will ensure that there is a future would our child to prosper in."

With a small wave and a gentle smile, President Sanders returns to his posse.

IC:The Tropican ambassador begins speaking: "if I may Mr. Sanders how is the NCR able to accomplish such a feat and what steps should Tropico take to do the same."

Oldmanzakk wrote:Melon Tusk lead of the Oldmanian summit's delegation, clears his voice and sips from his glass of water: If his canine Majesty is willing to talk facts, The Science Directorate has already a project to curb Greenhouse Effect, it may seem a bit strange but we have proven its efficiency in controlled experiments in Oldmanzakk, have you ever heard of Iron Seeding? The theory behind it is that small particle of Iron will be introduced in plankton rich areas of the world, the fitoplankton will consequently feed on it and activate its photosynthesis curbing large quantities of CO2 and effectively reduce its impact on the atmosphere. To do that me and my team have invented the HAEPHESTUS platform, basically a geothermal/volcanic facility which extract iron composites from deep sea volcanic activity and seeds a designated area of ocean. To provide energy to the structure we can use battery packs and photovoltaic technology in the like of NCR power grid. We plan to build a sufficient number of these structures around the world and in doing so in the mean time creating a lot of jobs positions and investments to curb the incoming economic recession and put climate change in check in one row. I know this could be really ambitious but if we don't act together our world is destined to kill us all in a bunch of decades.

IC: The Ansurielian delegation agrees with this plan, while suggesting to use offshore turbines instead of solar panels to maintain the structure. Furthermore, recognizing the properties and usefulness of volcanic ash, the government of Ansuriel shall provide as much as possible ash from the many active volcanos in its territory.

United Federal Districts wrote:IC: The UFD ambassador agrees that the international community should take action, Nevertheless we want to remind nations there is a global recession on the horizon. We will send a destroyer the UFD Sea Shark carrying a team of scientists to Ursus's Antarctic base. The UFD Sea Shark can be used to transport scientists from all friendly nations to and from the base.

The Head of State is signing an executive order to force all government infrastructure plans to be climate change resilient. There will also be a public works project to upgrade current infrastructure to prepare for climate change. To pay for this costly program most welfare programs will be cut to force all able bodied workers to be in the workforce.

IC: The Gothic Fleet shall provide 2 additional destroyers, in order to share the burdens and the costs of transportation from and to the Antarctic base.

IC: In order to face both global recession and the environmental menace, the government of Ansuriel has adopted the following decisions:

-An expansionary monetary policy with the goal to counter the unemployement generated by the slowdown of international trade;

-The Army Active Personnel shall increase from 600.000 to 850.000, and the Reserve Force from 400.000 to 500.000, absorbing part of the unemployed citizens into military service. Additionally, the Regions will raise the local police personnel by 10% and allow homeless citizens to stay temporary in jail free of charge, for a period of time no longer than 2 months.

-Volunteers for the Civil Protection will receive a monthly minimal wage, and the numbers of accepted applications will be considerably increased;

-Those that are not able to work will still get their welfare support, as the welfare spending will not be affected by spending cuts;

-Death services for individuals and families with a low income shall be fully covered by the State;

-As environmental laws and the green economy are already highly advanced in the whole country, the only last step that the government can undertake is the complete ban on fossil fuel. For the next four years, those that still use vehicles which require fossil fuel will receive incentives to switch to more eco-friendly options.

Moreover, the oil industry will reduce its exportations in the next four years to 50%,30%,20% and eventually 10% of its current production. The cruel oil will instead used for the production of plastics and less polluting uses. The last refineries will be closed, as will some of the oil wells, while the workers will receive a 3 months paid training and then relocated to other national industries.

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To: The Sarrum of Molcadara

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From: The Emperor of New West Tropico

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I Cody Would like the Sarrum of Molcadara to appear in Ang Ulo for a state visit to discuss future plans for the environmental issues facing our nations and how to deal with the looming economic recession I fell obligated to say this visit will be covered by the Tropican Media.

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Hi, we are an up-and-coming self-sufficient Global Socialist Confederation. We try to avoid global trade, and trade within our state. Since we are Global, low-income earners will have an easier time travelling the world, free of pay. Many of our services are free. We are an Open Government and Direct Democracy. However, recent issues have dampened our reputation as being politically ftee. But our people will survive! Our people have Unity!

-Stans, Yodle, America The Greater

General Update: [nation=short]Yodle[/nation] Running in the FORGE Chancellor Election!

Greetings Residents,

I've been working on this campaign for the past few days, but I am now officially announcing to our region that I am running for Chancellor of Forge! Forge is an interregional alliance we have been a part of for a while, and my hope is that if I am elected as Chancellor I can help bring as much success to it as I have done for our great region! :3 It is still unclear if nations of Member Regions will be eligible to vote in the election, but if they can I encourage you to vote in it! I will keep everyone updated on that front, but for now y'all should read and upvote my Platform Factbook for the campaign: https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=813184 :DD

If you want to keep up with the election, check out Forge's RMB periodically!

Thanks,

[nation=short]Yodle[/nation]

Minister of Domestic Affairs

United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Ansuriel, -Stans, America The Greater

IC: The Oldmanian Gov and the Delegation lead by Melon Tusk thanks all Nations who want to partecipate on the HAEPHESTUS Platforms Project, more info will be released in a future Factbook.

United Federal Districts

My economy is finally growing. We will be a strong socialist economy in no time!!!

Bernie Nation, -Stans, America The Greater

IC: This morning at several places in Northern Spain, citizens awake horrified to see that their houses are completely surrounded by water. The government has stated that a floodgate has broken at the Quatroplantas Hydroelectric Plant, sending almost 5,400,000 cubic meters of water downhill. The government estimates that 55 towns have been totally destroyed, judging by their radio network stations being cut off from the line. Although estimates vary, the assumed casualty amount is about 47,500, also pushing the Asturies power district into overdrive causing frequent blackouts in Asturies. Rescue operations have been hampered by the amount of water being trapped in the Cangas plain, and the collapse of the AS-74 motorway bridge over said plain.

We just abolished copyright! Socialism is growing in our nation! As we begin collectivizing property, we are starting to see our economy grow! Freedom for the People! Death to the Bourgeoisie!

Anyone got any legislation for Parliament? Please telegram it!

-Stans, Yodle

Confederation Of Earth wrote:We just abolished copyright! Socialism is growing in our nation! As we begin collectivizing property, we are starting to see our economy grow! Freedom for the People! Death to the Bourgeoisie!

Congrats to you.

Confederation Of Earth wrote:Hi, we are an up-and-coming self-sufficient Global Socialist Confederation. We try to avoid global trade, and trade within our state. Since we are Global, low-income earners will have an easier time travelling the world, free of pay. Many of our services are free. We are an Open Government and Direct Democracy. However, recent issues have dampened our reputation as being politically ftee. But our people will survive! Our people have Unity!

I hope you're not sold on the idea of being the entire Earth.

New West Tropico wrote:-----------------------------------------------------------

To: The Sarrum of Molcadara

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From: The Emperor of New West Tropico

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I Cody Would like the Sarrum of Molcadara to appear in Ang Ulo for a state visit to discuss future plans for the environmental issues facing our nations and how to deal with the looming economic recession I fell obligated to say this visit will be covered by the Tropican Media.

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To the Emperor of Tropico from the Office of the Sarrum of Molcadara,

The Sarrum would be pleased to meet with the leader of such an enlightened nation as New West Tropico. When and by what means would you like for the Sarrum to arrive?

Kaitiland wrote:I hope you're not sold on the idea of being the entire Earth.

No, just parts of it. Parts of our Confederation are scattered on every continent. We don't encompass the entire planet. Why? Because Earth has WAY more than 6 Million people living on it.

-Stans, America The Greater

Confederation Of Earth wrote:No, just parts of it. Parts of our Confederation are scattered on every continent. We don't encompass the entire planet. Why? Because Earth has WAY more than 6 Million people living on it.

Nation States stats aren't canon.

-Stans

IC:

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From: The Emperor of New West Tropico

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The standard and recommended way would be to fly to Ang Ulo Airport. After that a standard Tropican motorcade that would be stationed in advance at the airport would pick up the Sarrum and transport him to the Presidential Castle where I Cody will be waiting with several import members from the press. As for the time of the event I believe the event should be as soon as possible due to the topics at hand.

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OOC: we'll write out what was talked about and such on discord.

Kaitiland wrote:Nation States stats aren't canon.

Still a good point tho

New West Tropico wrote:IC:

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The standard and recommended way would be to fly to Ang Ulo Airport. After that a standard Tropican motorcade that would be stationed in advance at the airport would pick up the Sarrum and transport him to the Presidential Castle where I Cody will be waiting with several import members from the press. As for the time of the event I believe the event should be as soon as possible due to the topics at hand.

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OOC: we'll write out what was talked about and such on discord.

Important not import

Yodle wrote:General Update: [nation=short]Yodle[/nation] Running in the FORGE Chancellor Election!

Greetings Residents,

I've been working on this campaign for the past few days, but I am now officially announcing to our region that I am running for Chancellor of Forge! Forge is an interregional alliance we have been a part of for a while, and my hope is that if I am elected as Chancellor I can help bring as much success to it as I have done for our great region! :3 It is still unclear if nations of Member Regions will be eligible to vote in the election, but if they can I encourage you to vote in it! I will keep everyone updated on that front, but for now y'all should read and upvote my Platform Factbook for the campaign: https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=813184 :DD

If you want to keep up with the election, check out Forge's RMB periodically!

Thanks,

[nation=short]Yodle[/nation]

Minister of Domestic Affairs

https://goo.gl/forms/AaLoAP0u3lWolC382 Here's the link to vote, since [nation=short]Bernie Nation[/nation] has already submitted the vote for our Region, ours won't fully count, but they will allow us to get our voices heard and likely change the system for the better!

Free State Of Noland

Post self-deleted by Kramia.

Kramia wrote:If there is any raids while you all are awake im probably asleep (in asia)

Raids?

IC: The Antarctic expedition would soon discover that great quantities of black fumes were entering the atmosphere over Antarctica from steel chimneys which emerged from beneath the ice, of such a size as to indicate subterranean coal power plants. The base in Antarctica would soon be watched from afar by figures clad in insulated armor of black chitin, who as of yet made no moves to approach the base.

My economy is growing. About time

-Stans

Confederation Of Earth wrote:My economy is growing. About time
Seems more like a basket case.

IC: Indov would like to extend the Coltchive to other countries (Like the Euro), any and all countries are able to use it, and members of AINSS are especially welcome.

Kaitiland wrote:IC: Indov would like to extend the Coltchive to other countries (Like the Euro), any and all countries are able to use it, and members of AINSS are especially welcome.

IC: The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to strongly advise that Kaitiland should first strengthen its currency and economy to provide a stable base before attempting to extend its currency to an international zone.

Blustan wrote:Seems more like a basket case.

Its above imploaded. And im probably nearing the next step above basket case

Shangyan wrote:IC: The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to strongly advise that Kaitiland should first strengthen its currency and economy to provide a stable base before attempting to extend its currency to an international zone.

OOC: If countries convert all assets to Coltchive, it would strengthen the currency.

Kaitiland wrote:OOC: If countries convert all assets to Coltchive, it would strengthen the currency.

OOC: Only insofar as there aren't enough Coltchives to meet the demand of such widespread circulation. Are you not aware that sharing a currency with countries at different levels of economic development would pose a huge risk of economic crises for your nation, especially since we're in the midst of an international recession?

United Federal Districts

Kaitiland wrote:OOC: If countries convert all assets to Coltchive, it would strengthen the currency.

And make Wendy's stock prices go absolutely bonkers.

United Federal Districts

IC: Eastern Behrezvia has declined the adoption of the Coltchive as their own currency, citing their own currency having recently been developed and improved. Behrezvia has happily stated they would like to help provide better conversion for the Behrezvian currency to the Coltchive, however.

Happy May Day to all our working friends in [region=The Region That Has No Big Banks]! 🌹

United Federal Districts, Ansuriel, -Stans, Arguin Isle

IC: Diplomats are being sent to New West Tropico to discuss currency conversation, and the adoption of the Coltchive.

Shangyan wrote:OOC: Only insofar as there aren't enough Coltchives to meet the demand of such widespread circulation. Are you not aware that sharing a currency with countries at different levels of economic development would pose a huge risk of economic crises for your nation, especially since we're in the midst of an international recession?

IC: The Head of State disagrees with using a shared currency as there will become an unfavorable dependence on member states to keep their economies running smoothly.

Alertek

Tsath wrote:IC: The Antarctic expedition would soon discover that great quantities of black fumes were entering the atmosphere over Antarctica from steel chimneys which emerged from beneath the ice, of such a size as to indicate subterranean coal power plants. The base in Antarctica would soon be watched from afar by figures clad in insulated armor of black chitin, who as of yet made no moves to approach the base.

IC: Eventually, however, the group approached the base. With the assistance of Lady Viara of Molcadara, with whose native Sumerian their own language was mutually intelligible, they introduced themselves as representatives of the Over-Predor of Expansion, and servants of the One, the head of state of Tsath, on whose sovereign territory the foreign expedition was trespassing. They entered into diplomatic dialogue with the governments that had sent representatives to the Antarctic. They would allow the representatives of the foreign states to remain at the base, and act as trade representatives as well.

United Federal Districts wrote:IC: The Head of State disagrees with using a shared currency as there will become an unfavorable dependence on member states to keep their economies running smoothly.

OOC: Expectations for growth and to keep things up are a good thing, it would make our economy strong.

Alertek

IC: In order to try an pull itself out of the economic recession, Indov has began to create hundreds of jobs, trying to return people to their old work and old way of life. The arms manufacturing sector has once again emerged as the leading industry in the nation.

Alertek

Happy May Days, Comrades!

United Federal Districts, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Alertek

Kaitiland wrote:IC: In order to try an pull itself out of the economic recession, Indov has began to create hundreds of jobs, trying to return people to their old work and old way of life. The arms manufacturing sector has once again emerged as the leading industry in the nation.

OOC: How is it that Indov is creating these jobs?

Alertek

Shangyan wrote:OOC: How is it that Indov is creating these jobs?

Well, when people were sent to the labor camps, they didn't do their previous jobs. He's mostly sending people back to their old jobs, and with that boost of economy, creating more factories.

Alertek

Tsath wrote:IC: Eventually, however, the group approached the base. With the assistance of Lady Viara of Molcadara, with whose native Sumerian their own language was mutually intelligible, they introduced themselves as representatives of the Over-Predor of Expansion, and servants of the One, the head of state of Tsath, on whose sovereign territory the foreign expedition was trespassing. They entered into diplomatic dialogue with the governments that had sent representatives to the Antarctic. They would allow the representatives of the foreign states to remain at the base, and act as trade representatives as well.

IC: Emperor Wuff, having personally visited the Research Base that day to see how the progress was going, finds himself face to face with a very strange people. Such a discovery has never been achieved in recorded history, finding a civilized people who have been in isolation for hundreds of centuries in what was once thought a barren wasteland of nothingness. The Emperor's veterinarian quickly cautions everyone to keep their distance from the native Tsaths, as it is still unclear if they've been exposed to the same diseases as the rest of the global community. This could very well turn into unintended exchange of deadly disease between the two peoples. The Research Base becomes a mini quarantined zone for the time being, as diplomatic talks between foreign nations and the Tsath begin.

Alertek

Yodle wrote:IC: Emperor Wuff, having personally visited the Research Base that day to see how the progress was going, finds himself face to face with a very strange people. Such a discovery has never been achieved in recorded history, finding a civilized people who have been in isolation for hundreds of centuries in what was once thought a barren wasteland of nothingness. The Emperor's veterinarian quickly cautions everyone to keep their distance from the native Tsaths, as it is still unclear if they've been exposed to the same diseases as the rest of the global community. This could very well turn into unintended exchange of deadly disease between the two peoples. The Research Base becomes a mini quarantined zone for the time being, as diplomatic talks between foreign nations and the Tsath begin.

IC: Indov has announced today that he will be taking a plane to the Arctic in order to confirm a recent rumor that the Tsaths may be the unknown people whom settled Kaitiland. Up until now, no one has had any real clue as to who were the original settlers that discovered the native population.

Alertek

IC: Cody Steps on stage he begins to speak "After negotiations with foreign diplomats from Kaitiland it has been decided that Tropico shall adopt the Coltchive as the official currency of Tropico. Conversion begins now you may go to any bank in the nation and exchange 1 Tropicano for 1 Coltchive in 2 months the Tropicano will seize to be accepted as legal currency and the exchange process will end in 4 months along with that the Coltchive is now considered valid legal currency in Tropico.

Alertek

Kaitiland wrote:IC: Indov has announced today that he will be taking a plane to the Arctic in order to confirm a recent rumor that the Tsaths may be the unknown people whom settled Kaitiland. Up until now, no one has had any real clue as to who were the original settlers that discovered the native population.

Antarctic Circle*

Alertek

IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

IC: The Kingdom of Molcadara seconds the motion.

New West Tropico wrote:IC:

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The standard and recommended way would be to fly to Ang Ulo Airport. After that a standard Tropican motorcade that would be stationed in advance at the airport would pick up the Sarrum and transport him to the Presidential Castle where I Cody will be waiting with several import members from the press. As for the time of the event I believe the event should be as soon as possible due to the topics at hand.

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OOC: we'll write out what was talked about and such on discord.

IC: The Sarrum adhered to Emperor Cody's recommendations, and was brought to the Presidential Castle. The youthful-looking Molcadaran head of state was naturally wearing his formal attire.

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

IC: Representative Smith from the New California Republic votes "Yea" on this important decision, and urges the other reps to do the same.

Yodle wrote:IC: Emperor Wuff, having personally visited the Research Base that day to see how the progress was going, finds himself face to face with a very strange people. Such a discovery has never been achieved in recorded history, finding a civilized people who have been in isolation for hundreds of centuries in what was once thought a barren wasteland of nothingness. The Emperor's veterinarian quickly cautions everyone to keep their distance from the native Tsaths, as it is still unclear if they've been exposed to the same diseases as the rest of the global community. This could very well turn into unintended exchange of deadly disease between the two peoples. The Research Base becomes a mini quarantined zone for the time being, as diplomatic talks between foreign nations and the Tsath begin.

IC: With the help of the Molcadaran translator, the Tsathians dismissed the idea that they were personally at risk for infection, as their own homeland had caused them to develop truly excellent immune systems. They were unaware of the outsiders' risk of infection, however. The Tsathian diplomat asked what business the outsiders had on Tsathian soil.

Kaitiland wrote:IC: Indov has announced today that he will be taking a plane to the Arctic in order to confirm a recent rumor that the Tsaths may be the unknown people whom settled Kaitiland. Up until now, no one has had any real clue as to who were the original settlers that discovered the native population.

IC: When asked, the Tsathian diplomat rejected the suggestion, having taken some offense.

Molcadara wrote:

IC: The Kingdom of Molcadara seconds the motion.

IC: The Sarrum adhered to Emperor Cody's recommendations, and was brought to the Presidential Castle. The youthful-looking Molcadaran head of state was naturally wearing his formal attire.

IC: Cody walks in the room wearing a very simple causal attire he would normally wear to work. He proceeds to put his hand out signaling a hand shake from the Sarrum.

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

IC: The Confederal Assembly has voted to join the World Trade Agreement, and will begin implementation as soon as the agreement is passed

IC: Ursus would like to address the international community on the issue of the newly found Tsath people. "These are an isolated people, who have long lived in the barren land of Antarctica, we know not what diseases they may carry, and it may well be none, or they may be unable to survive in warm temperatures, even still we will maintain the quarantine to ensure the safety of the international community. In addition to this we think it unwise to immediately mention to the Tsath the issue of global warming, as at this point it appears they may be a major cause, and as this warming may actually benefit them by making their homeland of Antarctica more hospitable. Because of these factors Ursus recommends that we seek information from the Tsath, about their level of technology, culture, economy, ect, before we go further on this issue. "

The single-issue bullet train party in Australia is the only way to go.

Oldmanzakk

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

IC: The Head of State agrees with most of this trade deal. Our nations security services would like clarification to VI. in regards to barriers to international travel. If this is talking about having less security then that is very troubling. The House of District Representatives will vote on this free trade deal, this does unfortunately look like a very close vote. United Federal Districts is a Maybe.

United Federal Districts wrote:IC: The Head of State agrees with most of this trade deal. Our nations security services would like clarification to VI. in regards to barriers to international travel. If this is talking about having less security then that is very troubling. The House of District Representatives will vote on this free trade deal, this does unfortunately look like a very close vote. United Federal Districts is a Maybe.

IC: Clause VI does not require the elimination of security-related measures pertaining to foreign individuals.

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

IC: The Eastern Behrezvian Parliament has seconded this, stating their pleasure for international economic support.

Shangyan wrote:IC: In order to speed the recovery of the international economy from recession, to discourage such occurrences from happening in the future, and to decrease the likelihood of the breakout of major wars, the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would like to propose a global trade agreement to the World Union.

World Trade Agreement

I. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing external tariffs to zero.

II. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of reducing export subsidies to zero.

III. Nations shall begin the process, either gradual or immediate, of enabling their citizens to freely exchange their local currency for foreign currencies.

IV. Nations shall begin the process of the immediate cessation of import quotas.

V. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating other non-tariff barriers to trade.

VI. Nations shall begin the process of eliminating barriers to international travel, including for work.

The Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire would also like for the World Union to pass the Shangyan Convention on Diplomatic Relations as international law.

OOC: Molcadara, New West Tropico, Eastern Behrezvia, Ursus Island, Primera Republica De Cantabria, Shangyan, Yodle, Oldmanzakk, United Federal Districts, Bernie Nation, Koalaurope, Ansuriel

IC: Yodle supports the motivations and ideas behind this World Trade Agreement, however, wouldn't such anti-protectionist measures lead to large companies simply being able to export jobs to places where people are willing to be paid less, as a result hurting some countries?

Yodle wrote:IC: Yodle supports the motivations and ideas behind this World Trade Agreement, however, wouldn't such anti-protectionist measures lead to large companies simply being able to export jobs to places where people are willing to be paid less, as a result hurting some countries?

IC: In short, no. If the State that is 'losing' jobs has adequate social policies, even in the short run the purchasing power of the working classes will result in a more than satisfactory concentration of non-exportable jobs, while in the medium term there will be increased interest in pursuing education, particularly if the State that is 'losing' jobs has adequate policies to help people pursuing education. In the long run, this process will result in the development of a more productive, more educated workforce in the State that is 'losing' jobs. On the other hand, in the case of the States that are receiving the offshored jobs, these countries are generally at a lower level of development, and the outsourcing of jobs to these States will help their populations achieve a higher standard of living. It will additionally lower the cost of goods and services for the entire international community.

It is the view of the Diplomatic Service of the Celestial Empire that protectionist policies generally only provide benefits to the niche industries that have grown complacent and inefficient, and to the minority of workers who work for such inefficient industries. Adequate social policies on the part of the State should protect this minority of workers, and therefore the only people who lose are the inefficient special interests. On the other hand, the status quo of protectionism, while acutely beneficial to a minority of industries and workers, broadly creates a net negative impact on society as a whole.

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