NationStates Jolt Archive

The Westwood Alliance, as a whole, has decided to open our doors to new and upcoming nations looking to be part of a grand alliance in this world. All nations are welcome to apply and take part of this rare and momentous occassion.

There are a few things each nation should know before applying to be part of the WWA, and that is our ideals and belief. The WWA supports no certain government type. Utcheer, itself, is a monarchy, while nations such as Jarridia and Affaffalaffa are democracies, and we even have several iron fisted dictatorships. The WWA condemns acts of terror and genocide, while promoting the peace and prosperity for all people around the world.

The WWA acts as a democratic alliance, voting on our President every so often in an election conducted by our own news channel, Fox Television. The WWA was created between the nations of Jarridia and Vampirian City, when the two presidential figures signed the Protection Pact in Westwood, Jarridia. The militaristic views of the WWA were constructed upon the Smithso-Jarridian Defense Initiative, and continued to grow to the power that is harnessed today.

The WWA is split into two fully viable regions, the primary region, The Westwood Alliance, and our recently voting granted region of Vampiria, that is now lead by Vampirian City.

There are several ways to join the WWA, each containing different powers and activities. First, I would like to say that each nation does not have to join the WWA regions in order to be part of the WWA, but it is recommended. If you choose to join either region, The Westwood Alliance or Vampiria, you will be allowed to send a representative to the Government Center in Westwood, Jarridia, where your national flag will be raised in the front lawn, and you will be allowed to vote in the WWA presidential elections. If you choose to join the alliance, but stay where you are, then you will still be allowed to send a representative to the government center, have your flag raised, but in the essence of keeping the alliance viable and organized, your nation will not be allowed to vote in presidential elections. The right to vote is for regional members only, and that has been paved in our doctrine since our inception.

If you have any questions about the WWA or comments, please post them here, or TG Utcheer. We look forward to having new members join the WWA, and we hope that you all will consider the amazing possibilities in the Westwood Alliance.

Seth Philips
WWA President, Utcheeri Representative

Vampirian City and the region of Vampiria strongly support this action by Utcheer of the WWA, and strongly suggest that nations fitting in the beliefs of the WWA join and become part of this great alliance that has survived many conflicts throughout the years.

Christopher Hellkey
Supreme Ruler of Vampirian City

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OOC: What is the goal behind the alliance?

The goal of the alliance is to protect the soveriegnty, security, and prosperity fo all member nations using a multitude of tactics. In region members work together for the fulfillment and betterment of ourselves and others, and out of region members are still tightly bound to the ideals that we have set. We stress peace over war, yet do all we can to protect our borders and those of our members.

As stated, we frown upon acts of terror, genocide and imperialism. We act on foreign policy as an alliance, but allow our members to have their own sovereignty to continue to be their own nation.

I hope that explains what you were questioning. If you have another question, let me know.

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Aust would like to join this allince.

Aust would like to join this allince.

Aren't you an enemy of ViZion?


After much decision making, Space Union's House has okayed for Space Union to send a application to enter the Westwood Alliance. We hope that we can join with you and promote peace and prosperity around the world. Thank You.

Signed,
President Harsimran Mann

Congratulations! After a lengthy discussion with my collegues in the WWA, we have accepted your application and have admitted you into the Westwood Alliance. A telegram has been sent to you from Utcheer. We hope that you will enjoy being a member of the WWA.

Seth Philips
WWA President
Utcheeri Representative

Aren't you an enemy of ViZion?



I'm a allie of his now through the Brothers in Arms pact.

I'm a allie of his now through the Brothers in Arms pact.

I will put your application before the WWA Entry Board. Were you looking to join the region, or have Out of Region Membership?

Message to the WWA Acceptance Committee
I, King Adrian the I would like to extend welcome between our fine nations and would like to join this alliance. Its beliefs seem almost completely similar to our own goals for the world that and it expresses something we long desire, democracy.

Although I would love to begin a democracy within my country I can not same the same for my people. They would grow fearful of corruption and much more of the failed democracies of the past. Maybe someday we could work together to ensure Eternus Lumen stays the way it is?

But above all else we want peace for a war torn world. The world has become filled with wars, every day a new one springs up to drag others into conflicts they wish not to participate.

Now there may be some questionable things we have done recently, we would be more then happy to explain on more... secure channels. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Signed,
King Adrian the I

Indilimich is a small nation, new to the intrigues of international diplomacy. We are looking for an opportunity to make our nation even more strong and prosperous.

We are not currently affiliated with the UN. Would we be required to join? This would present sovereignty issues for us and may violate our Constitution.

Military service for our citizens is compulsory, so we are confident that we can defend our country, and would be most useful in a defensive alliance. We must make clear, however, that we will not tolerate the use of our military for a war of aggression.

If we may note, with some apprehension, it is unlikely that dictatorships, however benevolent, and democratic republics can peacefully coexist within an alliance such as you propose.

We would be happy to hear from the Alliance addressing our concerns.

I will put your application before the WWA Entry Board. Were you looking to join the region, or have Out of Region Membership?
Out of region membership please.

Indilimich is a small nation, new to the intrigues of international diplomacy. We are looking for an opportunity to make our nation even more strong and prosperous.

We are not currently affiliated with the UN. Would we be required to join? This would present sovereignty issues for us and may violate our Constitution.

Military service for our citizens is compulsory, so we are confident that we can defend our country, and would be most useful in a defensive alliance. We must make clear, however, that we will not tolerate the use of our military for a war of aggression.

If we may note, with some apprehension, it is unlikely that dictatorships, however benevolent, and democratic republics can peacefully coexist within an alliance such as you propose.

We would be happy to hear from the Alliance addressing our concerns.

Your concerns are duly noted, and appreciated.

First and foremost I thank you for your interests in the WWA, it doesn't matter the size of your nation, as long as your heart is in a good and decent place.

Secondly, no nation is required to join the UN. We do have several nations that are in the UN, but the WWA has no forced representation in the worldly governing body, although I myself am in the UN.

Thirdly, none of the 'regional' WWA members are forced to donate military towards the protection of the Alliance. Each member has done so by choice, and it is highly recommended, in order to keep the safety of the WWA intact. Most WWA aggression is geared towards those that commit Genocidal Acts, Terrorism, and Imperialism. Rarely, has any WWA nation used military aggression that is not justified. For nations that are 'non-regional' there is no rule for military presence in WWA Security Forces. However, they are allies, and do come towards our aid when necessary.

Lastly, though it may seem strange that so many nations can coexist despite having different governments, it is true and possible. No matter if a nation is governed by a democracy, monarchy, or a dictatorship, they can all come together and agree on certain issues that bring them together. No matter how different we all are, we all agree that terrorism is wrong, genocide is horrific, and imperialism is inexcusable. Take for example, Jarridia. Despite being a democracy, one of its closest allies is nearing a Psychotic Dictatorship. When you agree to protect your allies, there are no impossibilities.

Seth Philips
WWA President

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Out of region membership please.

Congratulations, you have been accepted into the WWA.

***Official Imperial Message***

To: WWA Entry Board
From: Mr. Larry Williams, Minister of Foreign Affairs

The Pure Socialist Holy Empire is interested in this alliance. We would like to inquire as how your policies will be. If a member of this nation is attacked are we required to assist without question or do we have a choice? Do you have your own means of communication (i.e. message boards)? How many members are currently involved in your alliance?

Any answers would be appreciated. We will debate the issue of joining your Alliance in the Parlimentary Body over the course of the next few days. May whatever god you believe in shine down upon your nations!

Message to the WWA Acceptance Committee
I, King Adrian the I would like to extend welcome between our fine nations and would like to join this alliance. Its beliefs seem almost completely similar to our own goals for the world that and it expresses something we long desire, democracy.

Although I would love to begin a democracy within my country I can not same the same for my people. They would grow fearful of corruption and much more of the failed democracies of the past. Maybe someday we could work together to ensure Eternus Lumen stays the way it is?

But above all else we want peace for a war torn world. The world has become filled with wars, every day a new one springs up to drag others into conflicts they wish not to participate.

Now there may be some questionable things we have done recently, we would be more then happy to explain on more... secure channels. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Signed,
King Adrian the I

Thank you for your application King Adrian of Eternus Lumen. We have sent you a telegram with further information, please respond when you get a chance. Once again, thank you.

WWA Acceptance Committee


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***Official Imperial Message***

To: WWA Entry Board
From: Mr. Larry Williams, Minister of Foreign Affairs

The Pure Socialist Holy Empire is interested in this alliance. We would like to inquire as how your policies will be. If a member of this nation is attacked are we required to assist without question or do we have a choice? Do you have your own means of communication (i.e. message boards)? How many members are currently involved in your alliance?

Any answers would be appreciated. We will debate the issue of joining your Alliance in the Parlimentary Body over the course of the next few days. May whatever god you believe in shine down upon your nations!

Thank you for your interests in the WWA. As agreed by the founding members of the WWA, no nation is forced to aid any other member nation. We have a preformed military of volunteers for our WWA Security Forces. It is suggested that you do help member nations, but not required.

At this time we do not have our own means of communication. Most of us do use AIM, MSN, etc, or telegrams. (Jarridia is currently working on a forum for purely WWA Member use).

Currently, there are 15 members in 'The Westwood Alliance,' 4 members in 'Vampiria' and approximately 30 members as non-regionals. As I explained in my first statement, there is a huge difference between Regionals and Non-regionals.

Regionals - Allowed to have a representative at the WWA Governmental Center in Westwood, Jarridia, allowed to vote on WWA President and are asked to contribute to WWA Security Forces (Though still not required).
Note: Vampiria has recently been added as a Region, and therefore can take advantage of full 'regional' duties

Non-Regionals - Allowed to have a representative at the WWA Government Center.

The reason non-regionals aren't allowed to vote is simple. We would rather have those purely interested in WWA affairs and politics vote, then those who aren't necessarily concerned, and most non regionals aren't concerned.

If you have anymore questions, please ask. I kind of went a little more in-depth, but I felt it needed to be said.

Seth Philips
WWA President
Utcheeri Representative

Congratulations, you have been accepted into the WWA.
Thank you.

**Bill**
Number: 289147
Name: Joining Westwood Alliance Authorization

Description:
In these hard times nations must join together to helo protect other smaller nations against tyranical regemes of todays society. With this the Emperors top advisors, the Ministers, have discussed joining yet another alliance. On this day, with the passing of this legislation, the Pure Socialist Holy Empire will requst to join the Westwood Alliance and help ensure peace is brought to everyone who deserves it, no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual preference, or any other thing that might make them different from everyone else.


~~~Vote~~~
Yay: 4,890
Nay: 1100
Undecided: 10

VOTE PASSES



***OFFICIAL IMPERIAL PROCLIMATION***

To: Westwood Alliane Entry Board
From: Mr. Larry Williams, Minister of Foreign Affairs

By order of the Parliment, we request to join your alliance.

To whom it may concern,
The Roman Empire of Streleheim would like to apply to join the Westwood Alliance. We will shortly be moving to a Westwood Alliance region. However, if you have any objections please send a [TG] to the Foreign Office. We thank you in advance.

Peace be upon you,
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Constantinius Castamir III, Caesar Basileus Augustus, Imperator Romanorium Germanorium et Graecorium, Protector of the Highlands, Sultan of Haradistan, Defender of the Rhomanii Catholic Faith, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, Elect of God, Lord of the Rhomanii

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**Bill**
Number: 289147
Name: Joining Westwood Alliance Authorization

Description:
In these hard times nations must join together to helo protect other smaller nations against tyranical regemes of todays society. With this the Emperors top advisors, the Ministers, have discussed joining yet another alliance. On this day, with the passing of this legislation, the Pure Socialist Holy Empire will requst to join the Westwood Alliance and help ensure peace is brought to everyone who deserves it, no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual preference, or any other thing that might make them different from everyone else.


~~~Vote~~~
Yay: 4,890
Nay: 1100
Undecided: 10

VOTE PASSES



***OFFICIAL IMPERIAL PROCLIMATION***

To: Westwood Alliane Entry Board
From: Mr. Larry Williams, Minister of Foreign Affairs

By order of the Parliment, we request to join your alliance.

The WWA Acceptance commitee is reviewing your request and we were wondering if you are applying for Non-regional or regional membership. As soon as you respond, we can decide upon your application.

Seth Philips
WWA President
Utcheeri Representative

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To whom it may concern,
The Roman Empire of Streleheim would like to apply to join the Westwood Alliance. We will shortly be moving to a Westwood Alliance region. However, if you have any objections please send a [TG] to the Foreign Office. We thank you in advance.

Peace be upon you,
His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Constantinius Castamir III, Caesar Basileus Augustus, Imperator Romanorium Germanorium et Graecorium, Protector of the Highlands, Sultan of Haradistan, Defender of the Rhomanii Catholic Faith, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, Elect of God, Lord of the Rhomanii



Your application has been reviewed and processed. You will recieve a Telegram shortly, detailing the answer to your application. We thank you for your interest, and wish you luck in the future. Thank you.

Seth Philips
WWA President

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I am applying for Non-Regional Membership as i am the UN Deligate for my current region which is the Headquarters for another alliance i am a part of.

The Republic of Indilimich is pleased to apply for inclusion in the Westwood Alliance as a regional member.

We anticipate moving to a Westwood Alliance region shortly.

We are pleased to offer our support to the Alliance and trust that our association will be mutually beneficial.

OOC: Shouldn't we have a list of our members?

The Republic of Indilimich is pleased to apply for inclusion in the Westwood Alliance as a regional member.

We anticipate moving to a Westwood Alliance region shortly.

We are pleased to offer our support to the Alliance and trust that our association will be mutually beneficial.

A Telegram has been sent with your entry information to the WWA. Congratulations and welcone.

OOC: Shouldn't we have a list of our members?

This is what I am trying to accomplish with the new WWA forums, by having all the members there. However, we do have a thread, I just need to hunt it down.

Also, I thought you withdrew from the WWA during the first WWA / C A D conflict, am I wrong in that belief?

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Shazbotdom, you have been accepted. Welcome to the WWA.

This is what I am trying to accomplish with the new WWA forums, by having all the members there. However, we do have a thread, I just need to hunt it down.

Also, I thought you withdrew from the WWA during the first WWA / C A D conflict, am I wrong in that belief?

Yes, you are wrong. I don't think I was in WWA during first conflict, and then yeah...I was in.

Green Sun does not support large alliances. They are too easy to corrupt and are hard to keep track of. Green Sun will not join any time soon, but we are willing to establish relations with WWA nations or give the WWA an embassy of its own. This is the first time Green Sun has opened relations directly with a military alliance since the TEOO, but we still do not trust large alliances, but we will cooperate with the WWA.

Green Sun, I thought you were already a member of the WWA, and aren't you allied with Xeraph?

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Borman Empire,

I guess I stand corrected. However, you will need to discuss something with Jarridia. He seems to have an issue with your WWA Forum membership. SO when you get a chance, talk to him.

Green Sun, I thought you were already a member of the WWA, and aren't you allied with Xeraph?

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Borman Empire,

I guess I stand corrected. However, you will need to discuss something with Jarridia. He seems to have an issue with your WWA Forum membership. SO when you get a chance, talk to him.
Green Sun is an ally of Xeraph, but we are not a member of the WWA.
Green Sun proposes this for a 'semi-membership', if you will:

1) Green Sun will allow the WWA and all members to open embassies in Embassy City

2) WWA will allow Green Sun to open an embassy near the WWA HQ in which we will provide our own security, but no military forces. Should Green Sun wish, all members nations will allow Green Sun to open embassies there, as well.

3) Should conflict arise with the WWA, the WWA may contact Green Sun for aid in the conflict and we may or may not help, depending on the situation, but more likely the former.

4) Should Green Sun ever come into conflict, Green Sun may call for help from the WWA, in which all rules that apply to WWA's calling will apply.

5) Green Sun cannot participate in elections or polls

6) The WWA will refrain as much as it can from becoming involved in a situation between Green Sun and a WWA member with military force and will only do so in dire situations.

We will not be a full member, but an 'close affiliate' if you will. Any changes with this proposal will be debated and added.

Willink has been watching and waiting countries sign up, and has decided to apply as well, as a non-regional member.

Justin Scarfe, President

Indilimich suggests that Green Sun's "affiliation" vs actual membership in the Alliance is a distinction without a difference.

What is the advantage for the Alliance?

Granted, Indilimich is new to the Alliance, and a small nation; this proposal makes little sense for either party, but much less for the Alliance.

Perhaps the representative from Green Sun will enlighten us?

Borman Empire,

I guess I stand corrected. However, you will need to discuss something with Jarridia. He seems to have an issue with your WWA Forum membership. SO when you get a chance, talk to him.

OOC: Yeah, I know. I was talking to him but he signed off.

IC: Will do.

Indilimich suggests that Green Sun's "affiliation" vs actual membership in the Alliance is a distinction without a difference.

What is the advantage for the Alliance?

Granted, Indilimich is new to the Alliance, and a small nation; this proposal makes little sense for either party, but much less for the Alliance.

Perhaps the representative from Green Sun will enlighten us?
Neither side is obligated to do anything for the other except for embassies. The WWA will be less likely to interfere with our workings while, and in return we will not have the privelege of voting. Green Sun does not trust large alliances, so a full membership wouldn't make public opinion, or the opinion of the government, too favorable.

If you choose to join the alliance, but stay where you are, then you will still be allowed to send a representative to the government center, have your flag raised, but in the essence of keeping the alliance viable and organized, your nation will not be allowed to vote in presidential elections. The right to vote is for regional members only, and that has been paved in our doctrine since our inception. - Utcheer

As you can see, out of region members do not vote. Also may I note that the Alliance does not interfere in the internal affairs of it's member nations, according to its bylaws.

While Indilimich is more than happy to exchange embassies with Green Sun, we would do the same with any any nation, even one we may perceive as hostile, in the interest of Peace.

One wonders why you would keep the Alliance at arms length? One also notes that alliances are rather fluid among Nation States.

Of course, Indilimich will defer to its larger and more experienced allies. Still, one would like to see more of a commitment from our friends of Green Sun.

Peace to you!

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The new Holy Floydian Empire of Palixia would like to join the Westwood alliance.

-Palixia

If you choose to join the alliance, but stay where you are, then you will still be allowed to send a representative to the government center, have your flag raised, but in the essence of keeping the alliance viable and organized, your nation will not be allowed to vote in presidential elections. The right to vote is for regional members only, and that has been paved in our doctrine since our inception. - Utcheer

As you can see, out of region members do not vote. Also may I note that the Alliance does not interfere in the internal affairs of it's member nations, according to its bylaws.

While Indilimich is more than happy to exchange embassies with Green Sun, we would do the same with any any nation, even one we may perceive as hostile, in the interest of Peace.

One wonders why you would keep the Alliance at arms length? One also notes that alliances are rather fluid among Nation States.

Of course, Indilimich will defer to its larger and more experienced allies. Still, one would like to see more of a commitment from our friends of Green Sun.

Peace to you!

As we stated before, we simply do not trust large alliances anymore. Do not expect this link to be a strong one. Should we have no choice but to eitehr join or leave, we shall choose the latter and we will never again consider joining the WWA.

If you choose to join the alliance, but stay where you are, then you will still be allowed to send a representative to the government center, have your flag raised, but in the essence of keeping the alliance viable and organized, your nation will not be allowed to vote in presidential elections. The right to vote is for regional members only, and that has been paved in our doctrine since our inception. - Utcheer

As you can see, out of region members do not vote. Also may I note that the Alliance does not interfere in the internal affairs of it's member nations, according to its bylaws.

While Indilimich is more than happy to exchange embassies with Green Sun, we would do the same with any any nation, even one we may perceive as hostile, in the interest of Peace.

One wonders why you would keep the Alliance at arms length? One also notes that alliances are rather fluid among Nation States.

Of course, Indilimich will defer to its larger and more experienced allies. Still, one would like to see more of a commitment from our friends of Green Sun.

Peace to you!

Why are you being suck a stickler?

We are puzzled by the label of "stickler."

Of course, we have already stipulated that we will defer to our older and more experienced allies, and even that we would be happy to exchange embassies with Green Sun.

Indilimich - and I, personally - value nothing so much as precision in language and thought. Vagueness breeds rationalization and ultimately conflict. In international relations as in personal conduct, your "yes" should be yes, indeed, as well as its opposite.

Diplomacy does not come easily to our people; that which makes a "good" diplomat is counter to our upbringing and culture. As we do not understand the rationale behind the Green Sun offer, we were merely attempting to clarify. No insult was intended, we pray none was given.

Peace to you.

Green Sun,

The WWA has no problems with these terms, as they are very similar to the 'Non-Regional' Member rules. We humbly welcome you to the WWA.

Seth Philips
WWA President

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Palixia,

Were you applying for regional, or non-regional membership?

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Willink - Undecided.

Green Sun is happy that we can agree to these terms. We have ask for full non-regional membership later on, but taht depends on what happens.

The Kingdom of Maraque would like to apply for Non-Regional membership if this is possible.

Thank you,
King Darious Shulze

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