Layarteb
20-12-2005, 02:16
The Doctrine of Sovereignty
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In light of the ever changing geopolitical landscape of the Earth and the fluidity of the Balance of Power arrangement, it is the necessity of the Empire of Layarteb to maintain up-to-date and coherent with the changing times. In the past, the Empire has passed two decrees: the Doctrine of Superiority and the Doctrine of Supremacy. Both had their times and that time has passed now, for the latter.
It is the order of the Emperor and the will of the Empire that the Doctrine of Sovereignty is passed regarding border regulation, airspace, maritime laws, and other general beings about the Empire. The Doctrine of Sovereignty asserts and protects the sovereignty of the Empire, especially in the face of those who will it to be challenged and defeated. It is the prerogative of the Emperor to protect his people and to ensure the safety, security, and sanctity of his people.
Article I: Maritime Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb retains a maritime boundary of twenty-four (24) nautical miles or forty-four point forty-five (44.45) kilometers. No foreign vessel, whether friendly, neutral, or hostile is permitted in that zone without prior authorization from the Layartebian government. This includes all surface and sub-surface vessels, civilian or military.
Section II: Any foreign vessel caught in the act of espionage against the Empire inside our maritime boundaries will be immediately captured or sunk, regardless of previous fire. Any vessel outside of these boundaries will be monitored and categorized according to their threat and the threat level of the Empire. In times of war, the Empire reserves the right to act in its self-defense against any belligerent foreign vessel.
Section III: The presence of hostile or belligerent submarines, particularly capable of launching tactical or strategic weapons, inside our maritime boundary will be sunk accordingly.
Section IV: The use of civilian vessels for military duty or espionage duty will be considered hostile.
Section V: In cases where the maritime boundaries of the Empire violate the maritime boundaries of other sovereign states, especially in terms of proximity, the Empire shall take the distance between the beginning of each boundary and allow for a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer area, at the middle of this distance, whereby no maritime boundary exists. Such waters will be considered international waters. However, any acts of espionage or violations of the aforementioned sections in this narrow passage will not be considered in international waters. These waters are only for civilian use.
Section VI: Any acts of terrorism aboard Layartebian vessels whether inside or outside of Layartebian waters will not be tolerated. Should it be found out that these acts were sponsored by a sovereign nation, it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section VII: Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign vessels inside of Layartebian waters will be dealt with accordingly by the Empire. Should it be necessary to take action and protect the people and property of the Empire, it shall be done. Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign vessels inside of Layartebian airspace, sponsored by a sovereign nation, will be considered an act of war against the Empire should it be surmised that the act was directed against the Empire with intention.
Article II: Airspace Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb retains an airspace boundary of twenty-four (24) nautical miles or forty-four point forty-five (44.45) kilometers. No foreign aircraft whether friendly, neutral, or hostile is permitted in that zone without prior authorization from the Layartebian government. This includes all civilian and military craft.
Section II: All civilian, international flights from foreign countries may proceed to their designated landing points inside Layartebian airspace pending approval from the Layartebian government prior to the flight. All pathways and waypoints must be presented and cleared by the government first. Any civilian aircraft used for non-civilian purposes will be regarded as hostile or espionage and dealt with accordingly.
Section III: Any acts of terrorism aboard Layartebian aircraft whether inside or outside of Layartebian airspace will not be tolerated. Should it be found out that these acts were sponsored by a sovereign nation, it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section IV: Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign aircraft inside of Layartebian airspace will be dealt with accordingly by the Empire. Should it be necessary to take action and protect the people and property of the Empire, it shall be done. Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign aircraft inside of Layartebian airspace, sponsored by a sovereign nation, will be considered an act of war against the Empire should it be surmised that the act was directed against the Empire with intention.
Section V: Any spy aircraft violating the airspace of the Empire will be shot down accordingly. Any spy aircraft flying outside of Layartebian airspace will be intercepted and escorted along its flight path to ensure non-deviance into Layartebian airspace. Intercepted is defined as visually identified but not engaged. Engagement of foreign aircraft outside of Layartebian airspace will only occur should it be a clear and present danger to the Empire or pending classification according to their threat and the threat level of the Empire.
Article III: Ground Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb maintains a closed border. No foreign person or vehicle may cross the border without prior authorization by the Layartebian government.
Section II: Any acts of terrorism directed against the Layartebian border or through the use of vehicles entering the Empire legally will be dealt with accordingly. Should they surmise to be the direction of a sovereign state; it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section III: Any acts of espionage on the border of the Empire will be dealt with accordingly.
Section IV: Any illegal border crossings by foreign nationals or individuals will be dealt with accordingly. Illegal border crossing is a crime under the Empire and may result in prison sentences or harsh punishments, depending on the situation. There will be no appeals for extradition as all violations of this law and statute have the possibility of infringing upon the safety and security of the Empire.
Article VI: Caribbean Sea
Section I: The Caribbean Sea, given its close proximity to the Empire will be monitored accordingly. Any foreign vessels caught in the Caribbean Sea violating the sovereignty of the Empire through the use of war games, espionage, or any other devices meant to deceive and damage the Empire will be dealt with accordingly and could either be captured or sunk.
Section II: Passage to the Panama Canal may only be done by two approved routes, which will be monitored by the Imperial Layartebian Navy. Any foreign vessels disguised as civilian vessels committing acts of espionage will be capture or sunk accordingly. Passage to military vessels remains restricted. Passage by any foreign vessel requires the approval of the Layartebian government.
Section III: All borders with the Democratic Empire of The Ninjas will contain a nine point thirty-two (9.32) mile or fifteen (15) kilometer demilitarized zone on each side of the border, which bans any active military personnel and equipment. All maritime boundaries are subject to Article I, Section V. (Repealed 5.10.06)
Article VII: Quebec (Repealed 12.22.05)
Section I: Any passage to Quebec whether by air, land, or sea must be done through international airspace, waters, or territory. No foreign vessel may travel through territory of the Empire to reached Elephanti Quebec.
Section II: Any foreign aircraft, unit, or vessel caught in the act of espionage against the Empire from international areas or territory of the Empire will be dealt with accordingly.
Section III: Passage through the Cabot Strait will be done in a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer passageway at the center of the area. Passage through the Gabriel Strait and Strait of Belle Isle is restricted due to non-navigable conditions which could lead to grounding on the coast of the Empire. Passage through the Hudson Strait will be done only south of Resolution Island and north of the Button Islands in a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer passageway at the center of the area.
Section IV: Maritime boundaries with Elephantum and the Empire will be subject to Article I, Section V.
Section V: The presence of belligerent or hostile forces in Quebec that could be deemed a clear and present danger to the Empire will be monitored accordingly.
Article VIII: International Areas
Section I: Layartebian naval assets reserve the right to maintain constant patrols in international waters.
Section II: Any engagement or attack against a Layartebian aircraft, unit, or vessel in an international zone will be regarded as an act of war against the Empire.
Section III: Any infringement upon the passage of any Layartebian aircraft, unit, or vessel through an international zone will be dealt with accordingly and unfavorably.
Article IX: Space
Section I: The presence of orbital weapons platforms in static orbit over the Empire shall be considered a violation of the safety and security of the Empire. They will be engaged accordingly and if necessary, destroyed.
Section II: The presence of any static spy satellites or non-civilian satellites in orbit over the Empire will be regarded as a violation of the safety and security of the Empire. They will be engaged accordingly and if necessary, destroyed.
Section III: The identification of any extraterrestrial body that could cause mass damage or destruction to the planet, the Empire included, shall not be withheld from public notification. Any bodies identified by the Empire will be made public and should they be deemed necessary to destroy, the Empire will put fourth its best efforts in the matter.
Article X: The October Alliance
Section I: The October Alliance consists of the following members: The Realm of Cotland, The Holy Republic of Hawdawg, The Commonwealth of Hirgizstan, The Empire of Layarteb, The Fourth Reich of North Germania, The Armed Republic of Soviet Bloc, and The Grand Torian Dominion of The Order of Reptiles.
Section II: As per The October Alliance charter, "If one nation is attacked we are all attacked." Therefore, if any member of The October Alliance is the subject of offensive operations it shall be regarded as an act of war against the Empire.
Section III: Any infringement upon the interstate relations of any members of The October Alliance shall be regarded as an infringement upon the Empire as well, even if they do not directly include the Empire.
Article XI: Of Sovereignty
Section I: The Empire, in order to protect itself from internal attack, retains the right to deport any group(s) of foreign nationals without cause or justification.
Section II: The Empire considers all actions it undertakes within its borders protected under our sovereignty. No foreign power, whether friendly, neutral, or hostile, is permissible to interfere with internal affairs of the Empire of Layarteb, regardless of actions. Any interference will be met with serious repercussions.
Section III: The Empire reserves the right to remove diplomats as well as foreign nationals without justification.
Section IV: Any foreign, sovereign state found to be aiding and abetting an insurgent group within the Empire or acting against the Empire will be regarded as hostile and these acts shall be regarded as acts of war.
Section V: Any trade by the Empire or with the Empire of a legitimate and legal subject shall not be infringed upon by any foreign, sovereign state.
Section VI: Any acts of piracy will be dealt with accordingly and with the strictest punishments of their allotted laws. Any sponsored acts by sovereign states will result in repercussions for said state.
Article XII: Of Commerce, Trade, and Merchants
Section I: The Empire shall seek not to infringe upon any civilian traders, merchants, sailors, or citizens that are in international waters moving to and from their destinations.
Section II: Trade and commerce shall not be impeded so long as it does not violate the sovereignty of the Empire.
Article XIII: Of Overseas Territories
Section I: In light of recent events throughout the world, the Empire must establish certain protection for overseas republics and territories which include, but are not limited to, Greenland, Iceland, and Ireland.
Section II: Any military unit, whether air, sea, land, or space, acting in a way that could threaten the safety and sovereignty of said territories will be regarded as hostile and appropriate action shall take place. The country of support shall face repercussions.
Section III: Territorial boundaries do apply to these territories for all mediums.
Section IV: Foreign vessels, craft, and units caught in the act of espionage against these territories whether in territorial waters or international waters will be acted against immediately. Foreign vessels, craft, and units traveling through territorial boundaries will be engaged.
Section V: Satellites being used for espionage purposes can and will be engaged and destroyed should they be caught in the act of espionage against these territories.
Article XIV: Previous Doctrines & Definitions
Section I: Both the Doctrine of Superiority and Supremacy will be null and void until the resolution of this doctrine.
Section II: International zones are defined as the lowest possible measure of distance past the limit of the set and agreed upon boundaries of a nation.
Section III: Espionage will be defined as is the practice of obtaining secrets (spying) from rivals or enemies for military, political, or economic advantage.
Article XV: The Colony of Denmad
Section I: The Colony of Denmad, which has been afforded the status of a Special Economic Zone, shall be subject to all provisions underneath this doctrine except where noted otherwise, which includes but is not limited to maritime, airspace, and territorial limits.
Section II: States without Free Trade Agreements with the Empire of Layarteb may be afforded with the rights of Free Trade within the Colony of Denmad.
Section III: Though sovereign territory of the Empire of Layarteb, the Colony of Denmad shall be subject to different civil laws and code, fitting with its status.
Section IV: The Empire of Layarteb reserves all rights and privileges afforded to the administration of the Colony of Denmad.
Section V: Acts of espionage shall be subjected to the same punishments as they would anywhere else in the Empire of Layarteb.
Section VI: Any foreign power or force defying the provisions set fourth in this doctrine shall be subject to immediate repercussions.
Revised 19 November 2007
Version 1.06
You can download the PDF here (http://www.forsakenoutlaw.com/Nation-States/Files/Documents/The_Doctrine_of_Sovereignty.pdf).
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In light of the ever changing geopolitical landscape of the Earth and the fluidity of the Balance of Power arrangement, it is the necessity of the Empire of Layarteb to maintain up-to-date and coherent with the changing times. In the past, the Empire has passed two decrees: the Doctrine of Superiority and the Doctrine of Supremacy. Both had their times and that time has passed now, for the latter.
It is the order of the Emperor and the will of the Empire that the Doctrine of Sovereignty is passed regarding border regulation, airspace, maritime laws, and other general beings about the Empire. The Doctrine of Sovereignty asserts and protects the sovereignty of the Empire, especially in the face of those who will it to be challenged and defeated. It is the prerogative of the Emperor to protect his people and to ensure the safety, security, and sanctity of his people.
Article I: Maritime Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb retains a maritime boundary of twenty-four (24) nautical miles or forty-four point forty-five (44.45) kilometers. No foreign vessel, whether friendly, neutral, or hostile is permitted in that zone without prior authorization from the Layartebian government. This includes all surface and sub-surface vessels, civilian or military.
Section II: Any foreign vessel caught in the act of espionage against the Empire inside our maritime boundaries will be immediately captured or sunk, regardless of previous fire. Any vessel outside of these boundaries will be monitored and categorized according to their threat and the threat level of the Empire. In times of war, the Empire reserves the right to act in its self-defense against any belligerent foreign vessel.
Section III: The presence of hostile or belligerent submarines, particularly capable of launching tactical or strategic weapons, inside our maritime boundary will be sunk accordingly.
Section IV: The use of civilian vessels for military duty or espionage duty will be considered hostile.
Section V: In cases where the maritime boundaries of the Empire violate the maritime boundaries of other sovereign states, especially in terms of proximity, the Empire shall take the distance between the beginning of each boundary and allow for a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer area, at the middle of this distance, whereby no maritime boundary exists. Such waters will be considered international waters. However, any acts of espionage or violations of the aforementioned sections in this narrow passage will not be considered in international waters. These waters are only for civilian use.
Section VI: Any acts of terrorism aboard Layartebian vessels whether inside or outside of Layartebian waters will not be tolerated. Should it be found out that these acts were sponsored by a sovereign nation, it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section VII: Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign vessels inside of Layartebian waters will be dealt with accordingly by the Empire. Should it be necessary to take action and protect the people and property of the Empire, it shall be done. Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign vessels inside of Layartebian airspace, sponsored by a sovereign nation, will be considered an act of war against the Empire should it be surmised that the act was directed against the Empire with intention.
Article II: Airspace Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb retains an airspace boundary of twenty-four (24) nautical miles or forty-four point forty-five (44.45) kilometers. No foreign aircraft whether friendly, neutral, or hostile is permitted in that zone without prior authorization from the Layartebian government. This includes all civilian and military craft.
Section II: All civilian, international flights from foreign countries may proceed to their designated landing points inside Layartebian airspace pending approval from the Layartebian government prior to the flight. All pathways and waypoints must be presented and cleared by the government first. Any civilian aircraft used for non-civilian purposes will be regarded as hostile or espionage and dealt with accordingly.
Section III: Any acts of terrorism aboard Layartebian aircraft whether inside or outside of Layartebian airspace will not be tolerated. Should it be found out that these acts were sponsored by a sovereign nation, it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section IV: Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign aircraft inside of Layartebian airspace will be dealt with accordingly by the Empire. Should it be necessary to take action and protect the people and property of the Empire, it shall be done. Any acts of terrorism aboard foreign aircraft inside of Layartebian airspace, sponsored by a sovereign nation, will be considered an act of war against the Empire should it be surmised that the act was directed against the Empire with intention.
Section V: Any spy aircraft violating the airspace of the Empire will be shot down accordingly. Any spy aircraft flying outside of Layartebian airspace will be intercepted and escorted along its flight path to ensure non-deviance into Layartebian airspace. Intercepted is defined as visually identified but not engaged. Engagement of foreign aircraft outside of Layartebian airspace will only occur should it be a clear and present danger to the Empire or pending classification according to their threat and the threat level of the Empire.
Article III: Ground Regulations
Section I: The Empire of Layarteb maintains a closed border. No foreign person or vehicle may cross the border without prior authorization by the Layartebian government.
Section II: Any acts of terrorism directed against the Layartebian border or through the use of vehicles entering the Empire legally will be dealt with accordingly. Should they surmise to be the direction of a sovereign state; it will be regarded as an act of war.
Section III: Any acts of espionage on the border of the Empire will be dealt with accordingly.
Section IV: Any illegal border crossings by foreign nationals or individuals will be dealt with accordingly. Illegal border crossing is a crime under the Empire and may result in prison sentences or harsh punishments, depending on the situation. There will be no appeals for extradition as all violations of this law and statute have the possibility of infringing upon the safety and security of the Empire.
Article VI: Caribbean Sea
Section I: The Caribbean Sea, given its close proximity to the Empire will be monitored accordingly. Any foreign vessels caught in the Caribbean Sea violating the sovereignty of the Empire through the use of war games, espionage, or any other devices meant to deceive and damage the Empire will be dealt with accordingly and could either be captured or sunk.
Section II: Passage to the Panama Canal may only be done by two approved routes, which will be monitored by the Imperial Layartebian Navy. Any foreign vessels disguised as civilian vessels committing acts of espionage will be capture or sunk accordingly. Passage to military vessels remains restricted. Passage by any foreign vessel requires the approval of the Layartebian government.
Section III: All borders with the Democratic Empire of The Ninjas will contain a nine point thirty-two (9.32) mile or fifteen (15) kilometer demilitarized zone on each side of the border, which bans any active military personnel and equipment. All maritime boundaries are subject to Article I, Section V. (Repealed 5.10.06)
Article VII: Quebec (Repealed 12.22.05)
Section I: Any passage to Quebec whether by air, land, or sea must be done through international airspace, waters, or territory. No foreign vessel may travel through territory of the Empire to reached Elephanti Quebec.
Section II: Any foreign aircraft, unit, or vessel caught in the act of espionage against the Empire from international areas or territory of the Empire will be dealt with accordingly.
Section III: Passage through the Cabot Strait will be done in a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer passageway at the center of the area. Passage through the Gabriel Strait and Strait of Belle Isle is restricted due to non-navigable conditions which could lead to grounding on the coast of the Empire. Passage through the Hudson Strait will be done only south of Resolution Island and north of the Button Islands in a one (1) nautical mile or one point eight-five-two (1.852) kilometer passageway at the center of the area.
Section IV: Maritime boundaries with Elephantum and the Empire will be subject to Article I, Section V.
Section V: The presence of belligerent or hostile forces in Quebec that could be deemed a clear and present danger to the Empire will be monitored accordingly.
Article VIII: International Areas
Section I: Layartebian naval assets reserve the right to maintain constant patrols in international waters.
Section II: Any engagement or attack against a Layartebian aircraft, unit, or vessel in an international zone will be regarded as an act of war against the Empire.
Section III: Any infringement upon the passage of any Layartebian aircraft, unit, or vessel through an international zone will be dealt with accordingly and unfavorably.
Article IX: Space
Section I: The presence of orbital weapons platforms in static orbit over the Empire shall be considered a violation of the safety and security of the Empire. They will be engaged accordingly and if necessary, destroyed.
Section II: The presence of any static spy satellites or non-civilian satellites in orbit over the Empire will be regarded as a violation of the safety and security of the Empire. They will be engaged accordingly and if necessary, destroyed.
Section III: The identification of any extraterrestrial body that could cause mass damage or destruction to the planet, the Empire included, shall not be withheld from public notification. Any bodies identified by the Empire will be made public and should they be deemed necessary to destroy, the Empire will put fourth its best efforts in the matter.
Article X: The October Alliance
Section I: The October Alliance consists of the following members: The Realm of Cotland, The Holy Republic of Hawdawg, The Commonwealth of Hirgizstan, The Empire of Layarteb, The Fourth Reich of North Germania, The Armed Republic of Soviet Bloc, and The Grand Torian Dominion of The Order of Reptiles.
Section II: As per The October Alliance charter, "If one nation is attacked we are all attacked." Therefore, if any member of The October Alliance is the subject of offensive operations it shall be regarded as an act of war against the Empire.
Section III: Any infringement upon the interstate relations of any members of The October Alliance shall be regarded as an infringement upon the Empire as well, even if they do not directly include the Empire.
Article XI: Of Sovereignty
Section I: The Empire, in order to protect itself from internal attack, retains the right to deport any group(s) of foreign nationals without cause or justification.
Section II: The Empire considers all actions it undertakes within its borders protected under our sovereignty. No foreign power, whether friendly, neutral, or hostile, is permissible to interfere with internal affairs of the Empire of Layarteb, regardless of actions. Any interference will be met with serious repercussions.
Section III: The Empire reserves the right to remove diplomats as well as foreign nationals without justification.
Section IV: Any foreign, sovereign state found to be aiding and abetting an insurgent group within the Empire or acting against the Empire will be regarded as hostile and these acts shall be regarded as acts of war.
Section V: Any trade by the Empire or with the Empire of a legitimate and legal subject shall not be infringed upon by any foreign, sovereign state.
Section VI: Any acts of piracy will be dealt with accordingly and with the strictest punishments of their allotted laws. Any sponsored acts by sovereign states will result in repercussions for said state.
Article XII: Of Commerce, Trade, and Merchants
Section I: The Empire shall seek not to infringe upon any civilian traders, merchants, sailors, or citizens that are in international waters moving to and from their destinations.
Section II: Trade and commerce shall not be impeded so long as it does not violate the sovereignty of the Empire.
Article XIII: Of Overseas Territories
Section I: In light of recent events throughout the world, the Empire must establish certain protection for overseas republics and territories which include, but are not limited to, Greenland, Iceland, and Ireland.
Section II: Any military unit, whether air, sea, land, or space, acting in a way that could threaten the safety and sovereignty of said territories will be regarded as hostile and appropriate action shall take place. The country of support shall face repercussions.
Section III: Territorial boundaries do apply to these territories for all mediums.
Section IV: Foreign vessels, craft, and units caught in the act of espionage against these territories whether in territorial waters or international waters will be acted against immediately. Foreign vessels, craft, and units traveling through territorial boundaries will be engaged.
Section V: Satellites being used for espionage purposes can and will be engaged and destroyed should they be caught in the act of espionage against these territories.
Article XIV: Previous Doctrines & Definitions
Section I: Both the Doctrine of Superiority and Supremacy will be null and void until the resolution of this doctrine.
Section II: International zones are defined as the lowest possible measure of distance past the limit of the set and agreed upon boundaries of a nation.
Section III: Espionage will be defined as is the practice of obtaining secrets (spying) from rivals or enemies for military, political, or economic advantage.
Article XV: The Colony of Denmad
Section I: The Colony of Denmad, which has been afforded the status of a Special Economic Zone, shall be subject to all provisions underneath this doctrine except where noted otherwise, which includes but is not limited to maritime, airspace, and territorial limits.
Section II: States without Free Trade Agreements with the Empire of Layarteb may be afforded with the rights of Free Trade within the Colony of Denmad.
Section III: Though sovereign territory of the Empire of Layarteb, the Colony of Denmad shall be subject to different civil laws and code, fitting with its status.
Section IV: The Empire of Layarteb reserves all rights and privileges afforded to the administration of the Colony of Denmad.
Section V: Acts of espionage shall be subjected to the same punishments as they would anywhere else in the Empire of Layarteb.
Section VI: Any foreign power or force defying the provisions set fourth in this doctrine shall be subject to immediate repercussions.
Revised 19 November 2007
Version 1.06
You can download the PDF here (http://www.forsakenoutlaw.com/Nation-States/Files/Documents/The_Doctrine_of_Sovereignty.pdf).