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The Charter of the Free World Alliance

Preamble

Democracy is essential for the social, political, and economic development of all nations and the well being of its peoples. At this time of heightened international tensions and worldwide conflict, the principles set forth within the Charter of the United Nations seem increasingly at risk from those who would seek to destroy the very way of life enjoyed by free and democratic people. The Unitary Technocracy of Etoile Arcture and the Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov can no longer sit idly by as such abuses occur unchallenged, and asks the support and assistance of the international community towards the creation of a Free World Alliance among the freedom-loving nations, so that it may become a bulwark against the forces of tyranny and oppression.

Chapter I: Scope

Article I
The Parties recognise the peoples of the Free World Alliance have a right to representative democracy exercised in accordance with the rule of law.

Article II
As such, the Parties undertake to develop and strengthen the friendly and peaceful relations among them, and to promote and defend the fundamental principles of Democracy and Human Rights for the good of regional and international peace and security.

Chapter II: Membership

Article III Ammendment I
No Party shall be accepted into the Free World Alliance whose Civil Rights and Political Freedoms are classified below the level of "Good" in their United Nations Report.

Chapter III: Mutual Defence

Article IV
The Parties agree that an attack against one or more constitutes an attack against the whole. Parties may exercise the right of individual or collective self-defence in order to restore and maintain security, by peaceful means and if necessary by armed force.

Article V
The parties agree, pursuant to Article II and Article IV, to establish a permanent, directly recruited Rapid Reaction Force to hold the peace in a crisis, police gross violations of human rights and support multilateral defence against aggression and genocide.

Chapter IV: Governance

Article VI
The Parties hereby establish a Governing Council, consisting of five permanent seats and five temporary seats from which all Member States may be elected to, for consideration of all substantive matters regarding the Free World Alliance.

Article VII
The Parties agree to accept and carry out the decisions of the Governing Council in accordance with the present Charter.

Article VIII
The Governing Council may establish such subsidiary organs as it deems necessary for the performance of its functions.

Chapter V: Voting Rights

Article IX
The voting rights of the Parties are set forth below:
(1) Each member of the Governing Council shall have one vote.
(2) Decisions of the Governing Council on all matters shall be made by an affirmative vote of six members.
(3) Non-voting members of the Union may participate in the discussion of any question brought before the Governing Council.

Chapter VI: Amendments

Article X
Any Party may propose to the Governing Council an amendment to the articles of this Charter.

Chapter VII: Disputes

Article XI
The Parties undertake to resolve any differences among members by peaceful means, or through Arbitration by the Governing Council, and shall refrain from the threat of force, in order to avoid endangering regional and international peace and security.

Chapter VIII: Dismissal

Article XII Ammendment I
Any Party that fails to comply with the terms set by this Charter may find their membership of the Free World Alliance suspended or terminated for any of the following reasons:
(1) A failure to maintain a rating of “Good” or better in the categories of Civil Rights and Political Freedoms in their United Nations Report
(2) Any acts of abuse violating the fundamental rights of the citizens of a Member State, or of any other sovereign state
(3) The threat of force or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state, except for the legitimate purpose of individual or collective self-defence against an armed attack.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, WE, the Heads of State or Government, or duly authorised representatives, have signed this Charter.

The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
The Unitary Technocracy of Etoile Arcture
The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop
The Divinus Imperium d' Intracircumcordei (ICCD-Intracircumcordei)
The Principality of Damirez
The Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire
The Commonwealth of Overbecland
The Liberal Republic of Hamturwinske
The People's Republic of Alfegos

OOC: All "encypted" messages are to be considered secret IC.

For OOC discussion please use this thread. (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=533366)

NEW! Free World Alliance Headquarters (off site forum) (http://z11.invisionfree.com/Free_World_Alliance/index.php?act=idx)

Summary of official business of the Free World Alliance

Contribution to the General Fund

Current total: 3.1 billion USD

Donations:

1 Billion USD from The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
1 Billion USD from The Unitary Technocracy of Etoile Arcture
1 Billion USD from The Pricipality of Damirez
100 Million USD from The Commonwealth of Overbecland
1 billion USD from the People's Republic of Alfegos

Rapid Reaction Force

FreeDemoGov
1.1 million men

Army:
2000 Paratrooper Special Action Units-200,000 men
8000 Army Attack Units- 800,000 men

Navy:
3 Carrier Groups- 130,000 men
100 Marine Units- 10,000 men

Airforce:
Air planes on the carriers-included in carrier count
1000 Fighters and Bombers for strategic attack-44,000 men

Etoile Arcture:
Expeditionary Forces organised in 29 divisions

750,000 men and women, of which 457,000 are combat troops
14,000 vehicles of all classes
7,300 fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft

Pricipality of Damirez:
6 Legions + Sniper Regiment.
2 Mountaineers Divisions
1 Armoured Division.
1 Airborne Division.
Third Battle Group. *Task Force Bleu.*
4,000 air units. Composed of fighters, strategic bombers, rotary aircraft and various utilitarian vessels.
Total: 190,000 men

Googlewoop:

Task Force: Poison Arrow
I – X Airborne Special Forces Legions
Airborne insertion by Blackhawk Helicopter (rappelling) or Hercules (Parachute)
Commanding Officer: Command General Maximilian Veers, reporting to the Secretary for Defence and the President

Overbecland:
50,000 troops
Two aircraft carriers with accompanying naval fleets
Four hospital ships
10 stealth fighters
50 tilt-rotor military transports, 140-person capacity each

Wilhelm-Hataria Empire:

6th Army Group
(Field Marshal Adrianna Northcutt commanding)

576,000 soldiers (Armed with AK-74’s and Beretta M92 Handguns. Snipers use Galil-model sniper rifles)

1,000 Long Range Acoustic Devices (loaded atop M998 HMMWV Humvees)
2,000 M1A1 Abrams Tanks
1,400 Active Denial Systems (loaded atop M998 HMMWV Humvees)
1,700 9k58 Smerch Anti-Air Vehicles
1,700 Avenger Low Level Anti-Air Vehicles
3,000 M998 HMMWV Humvees
7,500 URAL-43206 Cargo Trucks
400 Type 85 Armored Personnel Carriers
600 Cougar multi-purpose, mine protected armored patrol vehicles
800 M6 Bradley Linebackers

60 CH-47 Chinook Transport Helicopters
144 UH-60 Blackhawk Attack Helicopters
144 Tiger Anti-Tank Helicopters
72 A-10 Thunderbolts

People's Republic of Alfegos:

100 land based cruise missiles, 20 ICBMs and 16 SLBMs.

TO: Etoile Arcture
FROM: Neo-Erusea

OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT COMMUNIQUE
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The Glorious Republic of Neo-Erusea expresses its concern of Etoile Arcture's safety in its attempts to create such a new alliance. Your nation is extremely small and vulnerable, we ourselves will not join being that this nation is not a democracy nor does it abide by the UN's standards for human rights.

Please be aware that massive alliances such as CA can easily decide to crush your nation and whatever this alliance is composed of in its infancy, as the previous "do-gooder" alliance, the GASN, has collapsed.

With best regards,
Chris Grisal
Minister of Foreign Affairs

I am looking to be admitted into the Free World Alliance.

Thank you for your time

ICCD is willing to be party but fears that it will not be able to hold membership for very long. While we were once a member of the UN, we cannot remember if we are anymore, not that we follow it's inane policy regardless.

OOC:First, as one of the two nations who crafted this alliance I'd like to say that we harbor no ill will towards any alliance. This alliance isn't just designed to be a mutual protection agreement, but rather a way to exchange technologies and trade(Etoile Arture has a large Nuclear Power/Uranium Mining industry, I have a large Information Technology and Arms Manufacturing Industries). In addition, we hope this we be away for the newer nations, not just behemoths with billions of people to join in RPing without harming their nation. We do not wish any offense toward any alliances. So with this statement I hope people will ignore Neo-Erusea and join this fine young alliance.

Thank you all very much!

I must applaud your efforts to bring some sort of peace and security to the world, but do not be surprised if your efforts are in vain...

I am keeping my hopes up for you guys. Maybe you might be able to form an alliance to balance the power from the Corporate Alliance.

ICCD,

OOC: You don't really have to RP following the UN just membership makes our alliance seem more legit. If you would be willing to join we would accept you to the alliance immediately.

Aikidoists,

Why we would love to have your great people join our alliance, it seems that your political freedoms are lower than necessary for membership. If at any later time your political freedoms are increased we would welcome you into our fold.

OOC: Bump for membership from applicable nations

Neo-Erusea, we do not wish to challenge the Corporate Alliance nor do we wish for any kind of comflict with them. All we want to do is form a community that adhers to common ideals. In fact, we would welcome the membership of nations who are also in any other alliance.

The Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire is not a democracy.

There is no Parliament, no Senate, no deliberative body of any kind.

There is just Emperor William Kennedy.

However, the Emperor is not a tyrannical dictator who runs rampent over human rights. He is a man of the people, and he believes that anyone who makes something of their lives ought to give a little bit back to society. That people should treat others the same way which they would treat themselves. Though there is no democracy, Emperor is a humanitarian and one of the most incorruptable people you will ever meet.

Therefore, despite, this alliance's commitment to Democratic forms of government, the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire would like to apply for membership in your fledgling organization.

Think carefully about your decision. A nation of our strength could be a significant boon to your cause.

To Emperor William Kennedy,

Should a nation, such as yours which meets all listed membership requirements, wishes to join an alliance whose primary purpose is protecting a democratic way of life wishes far be it from me to refuse.

However, I think that you should think this over, as I am not sure if joining this alliance really is what you are looking for, as democracy is listed many times as a primary objective.

Ambasador James Obsterberg
Free World Alliance Organizer-In-Chief

OOC: Wilhelm-Hataria is welcome, I'm just trying to give you a chance to back out.

*Reserved for announcement of Rapid Response Force*

*bump* for visibility

Neo-Erusea, we do not wish to challenge the Corporate Alliance nor do we wish for any kind of comflict with them. All we want to do is form a community that adhers to common ideals. In fact, we would welcome the membership of nations who are also in any other alliance.


From the office of the Minister for UN Observation and Alliances, The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop


Dear Delegates,

I think what the delegates from Neo Erusia and others are trying to suggest is that whatever your intentions or your policy towards attacking the CA, they will come after you regardless. The CA was formed to deliberately offset the police and peace keeping actions of the former GASN.

I personally have a problem with the UN membership clause. My government left the UN BECAUSE we felt that having policies which affected the internal affairs of our nation violated the human right of free government of our population. After failing to rectify this problem in the early years of the NS world, our view has been that the UN should only be empowered to enforce policy regarding the external interactions of nations. Hence the rather obscure name of my office.

If it weren’t for this I would gladly submit a recommendation that our Congressional Parliament debate joining your alliance as a 4+ Billion economic and Military power as well as a firm believer and world leader in Political and Civil Freedoms.

I look forward to hearing from your office.


Tea and Coffee Anan
Minister for UN Observation and Alliances
The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop

I think what the delegates from Neo Erusia and others are trying to suggest is that whatever your intentions or your policy towards attacking the CA, they will come after you regardless. The CA was formed to deliberately offset the police and peace keeping actions of the former GASN.


But if it were true that the CA would have to crush us eventually because several key values are different, isn't it also true that they should've crushed UFAN long ago? What about the score fold of other allliances whose ideals are different or conflict with them but are not GASN?

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Official Communiqué

To: His or Her Excellency, the Esteemed Delegate for The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop

The Secretary General of the Unitary Technocracy recognises that there are a great many free nations with a deep commitment to the principles of the United Nations in the areas of democracy, free speech and Human Rights, who are themselves not members of that institution for various reasons.

As a co-founder of the Free World Alliance and co-chair of its Interim Governing Council, we will now seek to amend our Charter to relax those restrictions that bar non-members of the UN from joining. By doing so, we hope to encourage more of those nations from the ranks of the free world to join our organisation, so that we may all work to promote and defend those fundamental rights that bind us together.

I thank you on behalf of the Government and people of Googlewoop for your proposal to amend the charter. Our nation is honoured both by the time and effort this will require and by the notion that we may be considered for membership to your organisation.

Regards
Tea and Coffee Anan

OOC: Is gassing civilians with highly deadly nerve agents prohibited by your charter?

OOC: You might get away with LSD bombs, but the deadly stuff will get you into trouble.

OOC: Is gassing civilians with highly deadly nerve agents prohibited by your charter?

ooc: There is no specific rule against it. Are we talking about "civilians" or "terrorists"?

I thank you on behalf of the Government and people of Googlewoop for your proposal to amend the charter. Our nation is honoured both by the time and effort this will require and by the notion that we may be considered for membership to your organisation.

Regards
Tea and Coffee Anan

As of now, all signitories to the treaty agree on the UN membership component being unnecessary, so should you still wish to be a member of this alliance consider yourself a member.

ICCD-Intracircumcordei;12859154']ICCD is willing to be party but fears that it will not be able to hold membership for very long. While we were once a member of the UN, we cannot remember if we are anymore, not that we follow it's inane policy regardless.

ICCD, my above post applies to you too. If you are still interested please reply.

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Official Communiqué

To: All delegates

In consultation with the esteemed representative of the Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov the following ammendments have been passed in the Charter of the Free World Alliance.

Chapter II: Membership

Article III Ammendment I
No Party shall be accepted into the Free World Alliance whose Civil Rights and Political Freedoms are classified below the level of "Good" in their United Nations Report.

Chapter VIII: Dismissal

Article XII Ammendment I
Any Party that fails to comply with the terms set by this Charter may find their membership of the Free World Alliance suspended or terminated for any of the following reasons:
[...]
(3) The threat of force or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state, except for the legitimate purpose of individual or collective self-defence against an armed attack.

We feel these ammendments address the concerns expressed by the esteemed representatives of Googlewoop and [NS]ICCD-Intracircumcordei.

We are therefore pleased to announce that the governments of Googlewoop, and [NS]ICCD-Intracircumcordei will now both be accepted into the Free World Alliance, pending whichever constitutional process they undertake to ratify foreign treaties. The treaty will then enter into force between the Member Nation as soon as the instruments of ratification are deposited with the governments of FreeDemGov or Etoile Arcture.

At this time the application made by the government of the Armed Republic of Aikidoistscan has not been accepted due to concerns over their committment to political freedoms. When the political freedoms enjoyed by the citizens of Aikidoistscan are deemed by the UN to have improved, the alliance will extend an official invitation to Aikidoistscan to join the alliance.

OOC: Aikidoists Political Freedoms are still below par necessary for joining the Alliance. However, a fine welcome to everyone else.

I suppose now that we have members we should start the Rapid Reaction Force, Technology Sharing (and Slush Fund?).

First of all, my nation will ship our computers, books, and arms to any nation. Will post details later.

Second, as for the slush fund if we can all agree that we need one I would like to put the first Billion in.

Third of all, I am thinking of putting about 3 Million forces in(out of a 546 Million nation). As my nation inreases I'll put more troops in.

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Official Communiqué

To: All delegates

The government of Etoile Arcture intends to match the contribution to the General Fund of the Free World Alliance by FreeDemGov with an initial donation of 1 billion USD.

We will also make available our Expeditionary Forces, a fully airmobile force of 750,000 personnel, with a combat strength of 457,000 fighting personnel and equipped with close to 14,000 vehicles, and 7,300 fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. We further suggest that at some future time joint military exercises be held so as to better integrate the Rapid Reaction Force.

Finally, the Secretariat of the Unitary Technocracy is pleased to announce a plan to provide all members of the Free World Alliance with cheap and affordable energy from our excess nuclear generating capacity so as to better promote economic development among the Member States of the Alliance.

I would ask all delegates to study the latest communiques from British Londinium regarding their withdrawal from Cazelia: http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=12873894&postcount=135 While our alliance remains at a nascent stage, the reconstruction of Cazelia may be a fitting first task for our alliance to undertake and I ask asll delegates to vote on whether to involve the Free World Alliance in such an endeavour.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Members of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Joining application.

Greetings from the Principality of Damirez and from the Royal House of Damirez.

For a long time now our nation has sought to develop relations with new nations and join a group of similar minded governments. It was decided after an extensive debate in the parliament and after a nation wide referendum that our nation will apply for membership in the Free World Alliance.

We hope for a long and prosperous cooperation with the other members of the Free World Alliance.

Best regards
Prince Emilian Davout.

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Official Communiqué

As Co-Chair of the Interime Governing Council of the Free World Alliance I am pleased to announce that the application by The Principality of Damirez has been accepted by our organisation, and upon deposit of their instruments of ratification they will become a full member of the Free World Alliance.

DNN news:

"... yesterday in an official ceremony, foreign minister Emilian Davout signed the papers that ratified the admittance of The Principality of Damirez into the Free World Alliance. Prince Davout declared after the ceremony:

'This act, so debated in our nation, marks the beginning of a new era for The Principality...'

The prince also announced various contributions that The Principality plans on making to the FWA..."

Official message.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: All delegates.
Subject: Contribution.

In light of our recent admittance in the FWA, The Principality of Damirez would like to contribute to the growth of our alliance. As such the following have been decided:

#1 Contribution to the General Fund.

The Principality has already prepared 1 billion USD for this fund and is willing to provide the infrastructure required for such a fund.

#2 Technology sharing.

The scientist of The Principality are eager to start cooperation with fellow comrades from the FWA. Major retail chains have also expressed their interest in expanding their business while the automobile industry is searching for cooperation & investment opportunities.

#3 Rapid Reaction Force.

Unfortunately, given the small size of our land military and the constant pressure of some of our neighbours The Principality must limit its participation to the RRF. Our forces are however very well trained and equipped and we can also provide other forms of assistance, such as pilot training, high tech equipment providing and upgrades for existing technology.

Military contribution:

Land:

6 Legions + Sniper Regiment.
2 Mountaineers Divisions
1 Armoured Division.
1 Airborne Division.

Sea:

Third Battle Group. *Task Force Bleu.*

Air:

4000 units. Composed of fighters, strategic bombers, rotary aircraft and various utilitarian vessels.

If needed we can supplement our air contingent with one of our "Missile Divisions".


Best regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

Fellow Delegates,

After reviewing the current membership of the rapid response force, several branches of the government of Googlewoop have suggested the following proposals be forwarded to the governing body of the alliance fro their review.


1. That, due to the already substantial makeup of the rapid response force, Googlewoop’s contribution to the force be of a specialist role. The Department of Defence offers the use of the I to X Airborne Special Forces Legions of the Googlewooper Air Force (GAF). A total of 10 000 Special Forces combat troops. A brief summary of the Airborne Special Forces is supplied below.

While Googlewoop is already renowned for its regular infantrymen of the Googlewooper Infantry Force (GIF), there exists three corps of Special Forces attached to the three branches of the military. By far the most classified and qualified of these is the Airborne Special Forces of the GAF. These men are the elite of an elite and act in a shock and awe assault capacity. They perform a battlefield version of the role of an intelligence agency ‘wet’ team. They are attached to an airborne insertion squadron and specialise as one of the worlds only remaining paratrooper corps. They are the most experienced and talented veterans of the Googlewooper Defence Force and are armed to the teeth. They are best utilised to assault high priority targets or heavily defended or maned positions, punch gaping holes in the front or logistics lines of enemy forces or drop deep into enemy territory, surviving for weeks unsupplied as a giant thorn in the side of any advancing enemy. Soldiers of this corp are aware that in some instances they can not expect to be deployed with a high chance of survival.

The defence ministry recommends utilising these troops as a spearhead or Special Forces task force for the rapid response force.

2. That a commission of the ‘Commander in Chief, Rapid Response Force, The Free World Alliance’ be created and staffed by a commander from a member nation. We suggest that this role be rotated between nations regularly in times of peace.


These proposals are tabled for your review. I hope to be able to report your comments to my government soon.


Regards
Tea and Coffee Anan

Delegate to the Free World Alliance,
Minister for UN Observation and Alliances

The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: All delegates.
Subject: Regarding the Rapid Response Force.

The government of The Principality agrees with the proposal of The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop regarding the commission of ‘Commander in Chief, Rapid Response Force, The Free World Alliance’ position.

Another issue related to the RRF is the need of a permanent headquarters for the force, reducing thus logistical expenses, furthermore the general organization of the RRF represents another challenge for the future, given the various armies from which the troops originate and quite possible different organizational systems. Thus, information about the composition of the troop contributions is needed.

Other logistical problems such as bases that are going to be used by the RRF, joint training exercises and experience sharing remain to be discussed by the military responsible of each country.

Best regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: Is it ok to post here the details about my forces or should we make another thread for that?

OOC: Post specs here (free bumpage)

IC:
CLASSIFIED MILITARY MEMORANDUM
Forces Commited to FWA

Army:

2000 Paratrooper Special Action Units-200,000 men
8000 Army Attack Units- 800,000 men

Navy:
3 Carrier Groups- 130,000 men
100 Marine Units- 10,000 men

Airforce:
Air planes on the carriers-included in carrier count
1000 Fighters and Bombers for strategic attack-44,000 men

OOC: I overestimated the size of the carrier groups previously. So the number is more like 1.1 million instead of 3 million. Sorry Guys!

The Despotic Dictatorship of Despoticania is concerned about this foolishness, and urges everyone to reject this laughable Alliance! Say "No!" to democracy, my fellow world leaders! Remember, democracy is only a few small steps away from anarchy, the most degenerate form of government one could imagine!


PS.
Note that Despoticania is NOT agains civil rights themselves; we believe, however, that people are happiest and most effective when they do not rule themselves. Ruling should be left to those cabaple of it!

RRF - Googlewooper Task Force (Task Force: Poison Arrow)
I – X Airborne Special Forces Legions
Commanding Officer: Command General Maximilian Veers, reporting to the Secretary for Defence and the President


Airborne Special Forces

Legion – 1 000 Infantrymen Commanded by a Combat General
Century – 10 to a legion, 100 Infantrymen Commanded by a Combat Colonel (Centurion)
Squad – 10 to a Century, 10 Infantrymen Commanded by a Combat Sergeant(Decurion)

Airborne insertion by Blackhawk Helicopter (rappelling) or Hercules (Parachute)

Each trooper is equipped with a full body combat jump suit, Kevlar helmet, combat boots and gloves which are worn over the jump suit and a rigid, streamlined, form fitting pack. Airborne SFs carry night vision, long distance radios, laser designators, locator beacons, their own medical supplies, water purification/desalination and food preparation tools.

Unlike regular infantry, on certain missions Special Forces Troopers are allowed relative freedom in the weaponry they carry. Squads generally get a feel for what equipment lets them work best as a team. Favourites among ‘wet’ teams includes the GDF standard issue FAMAS Assault rifle and Walther P99 sidearm, M16A4, P90 SMG, MP5 SMG, Assault shotguns, demolition and anti personnel explosives, fragmentation, flash bang, gas, smoke and flare grenades and usually a heavy machine gun in every squad.

OOC

For every carrier 5000
For every capital ship/battleship/heavy cruiser 1000
For ever Destroyer/Light Cruiser 500
For every Frigate/Smaller attack vessel 100
Patrol Boats and Submarines say 50

OOC:

3 Carrier Groups- ?? men (ooc:What should this number be? I think it should be about 1.5-2 million)

Sounds a bit too much. For reference the US Navy has 12 strike carrier groups and only a total personnel of 340.000.

1000 Fighters and Bombers for strategic attack-?? men

Around a minimum of 4000 in pilots & crew, more depending on the type of aircraft. Add to this the support personnel. *I just multiply the number of pilots and personnel with 10.* ~ 44.000

Anyway:

IC:

General Alexander Suvorov,
Encrypted military report for the FWA.

Legion- short explanation.

Highly specialized troops, master of one aspect of warfare. Usually they operate independently of other formations, but they can be integrated in them should the need arise, such as accomplishing the objective behind their formation. Since the costs of highly specialized units usually outweigh the benefits, a Legion has several specialization related to their field of expertise.

Legion 14 - 1500 men - Urban Warfare
Legion 17 - 1500 men - Urban Warfare
Legion 18 - 1500 men - Infiltration & Sabotage
Legion 19 - 1500 men - Infiltration & Sabotage
Legion 20 - 1500 men - Combat engineers & Paratroopers
Legion of the Guard 3 - 1400 men - Legendary unit, exception among legions presented due to the high versatility it has.

Div 7 "Mountaineers" The Bears. - 18.000 men
Div 9 "Mountaineers" The Wolves. - 18.000 men
Div 47 "Airborne" The Eagles - 18.000 men
Div 39 "Armoured" The Tortoises - 15.000 men

Naval Task Force:

1 Super Carrier
4 Carriers
40 Escort Ships *Anti missile, Attack Subs, Supply Ships, etc."

Also 6 frigates and 8 attack subs.

Total personnel: 28.000

Air force:

945 units attached to the land forces.
1215 attached to the Navy.
1840 units for the Air Force

Composition:

2000 UAV units
1045 Various helicopter units.
955-
- 300 fighters
- 300 attack
- 10 EW
- 100 Bombers
- 50 Reconnaissance
- 195 various utilitarian vessels (From Medic Aid helicopters to massive transporters.)

Total personnel: 85.000

Totals: 190.900 men

OOC: I'm sorry for not replying sooner. I been busy at work.

IC:

The Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire is pleased with the changes made to the language of the constitution. As such, we would like to take another chance and apply for membership into the Free World Alliance.

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Encrypted Communiqué - Top Secret, Eyes Only, Free World Alliance

From: Central Command, Defence Forces, Etoile Arcture
To: Defence Ministries of all Member States

Start encrypted message:

Find enclosed below the Table of Organisation and Equipment (T/O&E) for the Etoile Arcture Expeditionary Forces.

Each division is a combined armed force with organic land and air insertion forces and are ideally suited for use in a rapid deployment and intervention forces role.

At this time the Defence Forces of the Technocracy lack any significant naval strength being as we are a landlocked nation, and therefore seeks through the Alliance cooperation in areas of developing a littoral assault capability utilising the naval assets of the member states.

Expeditionary Forces T/O&E

Divisional strength: 29, broken down into 195 brigades (6-7 per division)
Total manpower: 750,000
Field personnel 457,500
total equipment: 14,000 vehicles and 7,300 aircraft

Typical Expeditionary Brigade T/O&E
Total manpower: 2,300
Field personnel: 1,500

Ground Combat Element:
1 Assault Battalion w/ 50-60 x M344 Wolverine 8x8 APC and c.500 infantry in 3 line companies
1 Integrated Armour Battalion w/ 40-50 x M65CA7 Talon+ and 20-30 x M34A3 Cataphract Assault Tanks and c.500 infantry in 3 line companies
1 Tactical Artillery Group w/ 20 x M345 Excalibur SP 120 mm mortar
1 Air Defence Group w/ 20-30 x Aster 30 SAMP/T systems
1 Hunter-Killer Company w/ 20-30 M96 Predator II light utility vehicles w/ HVM-KE missiles and towed trailer reloads

Logistics Combat Element:
1 Headquarters & Services Company per battalion w/ 10-20 6x6 and 8x8 vehicles and attached air defence platoon of 10-20 x M96 Predator II w/ towed SLAMRAMM launchers and trailer reloads

Aerospace Combat Element:
1 Interface Group w/ 24 x Airbus A400M in-theatre airlift (888 metric tonnes load capacity) and tanker aircraft
1 Interface Group w/ 30 x Boeing Quad Tiltrotor in-theatre airlifters (540 metric tonnes load capacity)
2 Composite Interface Groups w/ 30 MV-22C Osprey and 20 AV-609 tiltrotor gunships each
1 Strike Group w/ 24 F/A-31D Sentinel STOVL Advanced Strike Fighters
Additional subunits including a RQ-14B AXON UAV detachment, and logistics and support organic to each Group attached from higher units

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Official Communiqué

Regarding the application by the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire for membership to the Free World Alliance, the United Technoracy is pleased to announce that their membership is formally approved. Following their ratification process and the deposit of the instruments of ratification with either the governments of FreeDemGov or Etoile Arcture, the Alliance will formally come into affect.

The Technocracy now wishes to make the following comments on issues raised in the council:

We are very pleased on progress being made on the Rapid Reaction Force. Member nations have now pledged up to 2 million troops including land, sea and air forces drawn from their elite forces. The RRF is still lacking in space assets and ICBM forces, and working alongside other member nations the Technocracy hopes this deficit will be soon addressed.

In regards to the motion put forth by the delegate for Googlewoop, the Technnocracy fully sopports the motion to create an office of the Commander in Chief, Rapid Response Force, The Free World Alliance, and the system of a rotating leadership drawn from the Member States.

The Technocracy proposes the establishment of a Joint Headquarters for the RRF in either Etoile Arcture or FreeDemGov, being co-founders of the Alliance, unless other nations can suggest a more appropiate secure location. In the case of Etoile Arcture, we already possess an extensive network of deep ground bunkers and secure communications designed to survive nuclear attacks which would be appropiate for this task.

As regards basing of RRF assets, the Technocracy suggests that each member state allocate one base in their nation as being deadicated to peacetime operations involving the RRF and through which friendly forces may operate through. To further unify and harnonise our forces, we also propose the creation of a RRF Corps drawn from a rotating roster of units from each member state where our commanders may meet and forces conduct joint exercises to develop the strategies and tactics neccessary to integrate our forces.

Moving on from military matters, the Technocracy also suggest creation of an office for external affairs that can represent the interests of the Alliance as a whole. We propose this office be called the High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy, As with the rotating leadership C-in-C of the RRF, the High Representative will be chosen from a senior diplomat from the member states on a rotating basis.

The purpose of this office will not be to challenge or superceded the sovereignty of any member states, and each nation shall remain free to exercise its own foreign policy independent of the Alliance. The aim is purely to allow the Alliance to speak with a single voice.

In final business, the esteemed delegate from the Principality of Damirez has drawn my attention to the situation in Tatom. The Technocracy has had much of its attention of later absorbed in the reconstruction of Cazelia Africus following the withdrawal of British Londinium forces there. We therefoere ask the Principality to present a report and recommendations regarding Tatom for the consideration of the Council.

Thank you for consideration of these issues and we look forward to the response of the Council.

OOC: Thanks for letting me in, but the name of my country isn't the Principality of Wilhelmsborough anymore. It's now the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire. It only say it on my NS page because there's no way for me to change it.

To: Delegate from Etoile Arcture
From: Donald Ducksfelt, Secretary for Defence, GDG


My ministry suggests the purchase of several Amphibious Assault Carriers (U.S. designation: LHD) of some description by your military. These vessels are considerably smaller than a fleet aircraft carrier, carrying only a handful of aircraft but possess the ability to launch large landing craft from the relative security of the LHD itself. This will allow your military to deploy your substantial land forces to theatres adjacent to water and provide close air and logistics support. Googlewoop, being surrounded by ocean, would be only too happy to act as a home port for this fleet or cooperate with your military to provide use of our own Amphibious Assault Carriers when needed.


Regards

Donald Ducksfelt

Fellow Delegates


The delegation from Googlewoop agree with the statements put to the floor by the delegation of Etoile Arcture on the topics of the creation of the office of High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy and headquarters of the RRF in the nation of Etoile Arcture. We propose that an official FWA policy for foreign affairs and security be drafted to accompany the office of High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy. We look forward to voting in the future on these issues.

We also extend our congratulations to the delegations from Etoile Arcture and FreeDemGov for the exceptional leadership and commitment shown by these two bodies in the creation and early days of this alliance. We look forward to operating in the official governing system of this body which we are pleased to hear is not far away.


Regards

Tea and Coffee Anan

OOC: @ Wilhelmsborough, edited name in official documents as appropiate.

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Official Communiqué

The Technocracy wishes to thank the delegate from Googlewoop for their generous offer of port facilities in ther nation.. We would propose the creation of a joint naval base to be funded and operated by both of our navies.

Our military has long been conducting studies on Martime Prepositioning Forces combining the vertical envelopment capability of the Expeditionary Forces with a sea-based assault force. The LHD-1 and LHA-6 class assault ships were among those identified as possible candidates for this role as they possess the capacity to deploy a full Expeditionary Brigade. In addition to assault vessels, any likely naval assault force will also include Littoral Combat Ships, Attack Submarines and Multi-Role Destroyers.

Subject to the agreement of the government of Googlewoop, the Defence Forces have been allocated 1 billion USD for any construction efforts, with a 50 billion USD unual budge pending finalisation of plans for creation and equiping of a new Maritime Force.

To further cement our new alliance, the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire shall provide its fellow members with Embassies in our capital city of Yalta.

-The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
Embassy: #3 Embassy Row, Yalta

-The Unitary Technocracy of Etoile Arcture
Embassy: #4 Embassy Row, Yalta

-The Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop
Embassy: #5 Embassy Row, Yalta

-The Provincia of ICCD-Intracircumcordei
Embassy: #6 Embassy Row, Yalta

-The Principality of Damirez
Embassy: #7 Embassy Row, Yalta


Your security forces must be no larger than 50 men. You are allowed a maximum of five armored vehicles. You may have as many embassy staff and civilian vehicles as you so desire.

To: The Delegate for Etoile Arcture
From: Donald Ducksfelt, Secretary for Defence, GDG


My department agrees entirely with the proposed joint naval base. We propose an extension be built to Googleopolis Naval Port to house your new naval assets. This extension could be designated as embassy territory of your nation. We will match funding provided by your Defence Force for construction and offer a further 1 Billion from our currently idle defence budget as a gift to aid in the sale and construction of your new fleet. The staff of my or any other government department and the navy will be only too happy to assist you in any way in this or any future ventures.


Regards

Donald Ducksfelt

From: Andrew Wallenstein, counsellor regarding foreign affairs.
To: Free World Alliance delegates.
Subject: Tatum report.

As per the request of the Etoile Arcture delegate we send to you attached the report regarding the nation of Tatom.

Best regards,
Andrew Wallenstein.

***Tatom Report.***

***Classification N***

***Free World Alliance only***

On our entrance on the international scene after a long period of isolation one of our first objectives was finding potential friends. Once we were admitted in the FWA another objective was added:Who are our potential enemies? It was this how the situation in Tatom came to our attention.

Not too long ago the Tatom nation was under a communist regime. Lack of information and difficulties in communication made us weary of them. It was proven to be justifiable as in a short amount of time the country was engulfed in a violent civil war.

The war started when democratic rebels raised to arms and begun fighting against the communist leaders. So far we can split the conflict in three major stages.

1) Initial Stage. Rebellion, Tatom rebels take control of various parts of the country.

2) Second Stage. International Involvement from various foreign nations in support of both countries. Major rebel offensive.

3) Current stage. Communist counter offensive, rebel forces pushed back, communist fleet destroyed.

Currently it would seem that the communist government is winning, but the loss of their fleet is going to take a toll on their efforts. One particular concern expressed by the rebels and by their allies is the use of atrocious tactics by the communists as the evidence points out. Among these the alleged massacre of civilians and foreign citizens.

Of main importance in the conflict is the involvement of foreign nations, *We recommend consulting the ICCD representative as they provided humanitarian aid in the conflict area.* many of them having conflicting ideologies, even if they belong in the same camp. Operatives have also brought to us disturbing information regarding the intentions of the nations that deployed forces there and we suspect some are planning a take over, but we lack concrete evidence in that regard.

According to our predictions we estimate that more life loss is unavoidable and that the civilian population will only have more to suffer from this conflict.

Recommendations:

Immediate recommendations:

1) Humanitarian aid to the population of Tatom.

2) Covert military aid to the democratic faction. If possible a full blown intervention would be welcome, but we fear that it would spark a large scale conflict. The use of a proxy would be an alternative.

*Our presence there could be however a deterrent for other nations. That and proper training and equipment for the democratic faction could insure the independence of Tatom.

Medium term:

1) Guarantee of the Tatom independence. Possibly military presence.

2) Economic aid. Rebuilding Tatom.

Long term:

1) Membership in the FWA for Tatom.

*Personal note. I have my doubts about the interests of the CA nations in the conflict. Also Kampfers expressed support for a fascist government after the war.

***End Report.***



OCC: Tried to keep it short. I'll be posting soon about the other stuff you guys mentioned.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

First of all we would like to congratulate the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire for joining the FWA. We look forward to our future cooperation.

On the matters at hand, we wish to express our support for the proposal regarding the creation of a High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy position. We also support the proposal regarding the adaptation of an official FWA policy for foreign affairs and security as it represents a matter of grave importance. Current affairs have shown the need for such a policy as the recent incident with the FFI has proven.

Finally, we would like to propose the following:

Formation of a FWA commerce association, to facilitate the relationships
between our companies. This association would mediate disputes and establish general rules for trade.

Creation of a joint agency to facilitate data exchange between our police forces with a similar enterprise taken for our secret services. In no way these agencies would affect the independence of our national police force or secret services.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

To: Delegates of the FWA
From: Alexander Doona, Secretary for External Affairs, GDG


While the Googlewooper Government agrees with the delegates of Damirez that this conflict is in need of our attention, we point out several facts.

1. In past dealings with communist regimes we have found that they are reluctant to give up power to the extent that destruction of the regime is necessary to liberate the people under that regime. We see it highly unlikely that any deal or threats requiring democratic processes in Tatom will be accepted by the communist government.

2. While our presence as a peace keeping force may deter nations from military action, it also exposes our alliance to the risk of an attack on our peacekeepers and organisation in general. We feel that taking such a risk could prove to be unwise in the early stages of development that the FWA is in. While I am sure our nations could defend themselves as allies successfully in a full scale conflict, this would be exactly the situation we were seeking to avoid.

These comments are meant to inform the FWA only and do not necessarily represent the absolute opinion of the Congressional Parliament of Googlewoop. My government will of course agree with any of the decision made by this body.


Regards

Alexander Doona

Fellow Delegates


The delegation from Googlewoop proposes, due to the number of offices and branches of this organisation that have already been proposed and the number that will no doubt be found necessary in the future that:

1. The initial organisation of offices and branches of the FWA be by the delegations from the two founding nations, FreeDemGov and Etolie Arcture.

2. A plan for the organisation of said offices and branches of the FWA be put to the delegates of this organisation as part of or alongside the release of the system of debate, vote etc. by said founder nations

3. That the amendment and approval of this system of offices and branches be by the first vote according to the previously mentioned system.


Regards
T. C. Anan

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Fellow Delegates:

FreeDemGov would like to announce its support of all branch propositions currently on the table. However, it does not matter to use where such branches are headquartered. In case of attack it is probably better to have them headquartered in different parts of the world i.e Naval in Googlopolis, Commerce in Damirez, High Representative Office in Arcture Etoile, etc. This may be disorganized but email travels at the speed of light so a secure e-mail network could allow communication from far away parts of the globe. Also, might it be a good idea to use some of the slush fund to buy OBSATs for the use of the entire Alliance? This could allow a secure communication network.

Also, all members of the alliance Arcture Etoile, Googlewoop, Itracircumcordei, Damirez and the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire shall be given Embassies at our new Alliance Embassy Square in B.L.H, F.D of FreeDemGov. Future alliance members shall join you there as well.

In addition, I believe I must put my two cents in on the Tatom matter. First, we secretly run guns and money to the rebels. Second, we provide Humanitarian Aid which we could possibly use as a cover to run the guns and money. Third, we offer amicable terms at the end of the war: Tatom independence, Tatom Constitutional Monarchy as a form of appeasement, favorable trade aggreements for the CA so long as they agree to the above terms. Also, we could pay one of the "criminal syndicates" to assassinate communist leadership in the meantime, but that may be too high profile.

I think the first topic of disscussion for the Policy Group is the acceptableness of political assassinations and use of crime groups to meet an end.

Who would've known FFI would've been such psychos. If I had I would've never offered them my hand in friendship. Apologies all around.

Lastly, I think the name of any international police force for the Alliance (I believe this was mentioned, if not I'm mentioning it now) FREE INTERPOL.

Best Regards,

Ambassador Long

OOC: Sorry for the tardiness.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

The organization of the various branches is viable in both forms, however an excess centralization would imply higher costs for our nations. The proposal forwarded by the representative of FreeDemGov in this matter shows promise and as such we support the idea. Also, as a temporary solution for our communication problem we offer one of our military networks for use by the FWA. The acquisition of said network by the FWA is also possible in lack of other viable alternatives.

Regarding the Tatom matter and the report of our counsellor we must agree with the nation of Googlewoop, our alliance is not yet ready for a large scale conflict and hopefully we will never be forced to use our military might in those conditions. That is why alternative means were suggested in the report. As for dealing with the communist government, we know from experience that there is no way to deal with one. In fact the suggestions made by our councillor were based on the total defeat of the communist party. Since a military intervention is not a viable option at this time it is obvious that alternative means must be researched, such as the use of a proxy nation.

This brings us to the discussion topic our fellow delegate from FreeDemGov brought into discussion: How far are we willing to go? In answering this question we must not forget the very principles of this alliance. As such, combined with the general political attitude in our nation these types of actions would be frowned upon. We would however like to remember our fellow delegates that there are no assassinations in wars, there are only casualties.

As for the situation with the FFI, we are aware that the delegate of FreeDemGov was only offering an olive branch to their nation, with only the best of intentions in mind so we do not consider that any apologies are required. Unfortunately there is the risk of our good intentions being used against us and as such measures must be taken to prevent events like that taking place, perhaps an article regarding declarations of war made by members?

We would also like to propose a name for the 'international police force': APDE
*Alliance Police Data Exchange*

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: For the international police force proposal look in my last post.

From the Desk of Chancellor PyThomas Olbracht:

This Free World Alliance is a noble and welcome venture, and one that we would certainly want to be a part of. We are a nation of freedom-loving individuals that also have a deep sense of compassion for our global neighbors suffering from oppression in all its forms. I assure you this alliance will have generous support from our people.

Overbecland,

As you have met the requirements set forth in the membership article of the charter of this great alliance that our nation was a co-founder of. We believe your people would be a great addition to our alliance. We look forward to working together with your nation on matters of mutual defense, commerce, mutual aid and diplomacy.

As such you now will be alloted an embassy in our nation.

You should note, pursuaint to the charter you have signed you will need to join the Rapid Response Force (RRF) and make other such contributions.

Looking forward to joint ventures in the future,

Sincerely,
Ambassador Long
Chief Organizer, Free World Alliance
Chief Diplomat, the Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov

This brings us to the discussion topic our fellow delegate from FreeDemGov brought into discussion: How far are we willing to go? In answering this question we must not forget the very principles of this alliance. As such, combined with the general political attitude in our nation these types of actions would be frowned upon. We would however like to remember our fellow delegates that there are no assassinations in wars, there are only casualties.

From: Office of the Ambassador Long
To: All Esteemed Delegates of the Free World Alliance

Very well. However, do you find the other proposals to be fine? The money running, gun running and covert diplomacy.

Also, I think all communications are encrypted even if not stated in mention (OOC: Tatom or all not in the alliance, if your reading this its all Secret IC so you don't know about it. However, I assume for those of you joining afterwords its secret because you'd be debriefed).

In addition, take note that the British Londinium-ViZion war is something we should probably steer clear of. I would recomend comming up with an excuse for refusing BL. It wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to allow ViZion to join the alliance as that side as that is the side where more troops appear to be lining up.

I don't even have to say that the QC/NATO war is something I hope we don't have to join as at least several hundred million, probably several billion lives will be lost.

With all best regards,

Ambassador Long

Gentlemen,

I would like turn your collective attention to the situation developing in Red Tide/Korev.

Sorry for the briefness of this message,

Ambassador Long

From the desk of Chancellor PyThomas Olbracht:

Our most gracious thanks for accepting us into the FWA. After talking with the Secretary of Defense, we have outlined our initial contribution to the Rapid Response Force:

$80,000,000 OVK (approx. $100 million USD) contributed to the general fund
50,000 troops
Two aircraft carriers with accompanying naval fleets
Four hospital ships
10 stealth fighters
50 tilt-rotor military transports, 140-person capacity each - ideal for quickly ferrying victims of war out of harm's way

We plan on adding to this as we work things out with our Joint Chiefs of Staff and our defense contractors. If any special contributions are needed concerning the Red Tide situation, we will do what we can.

We are also in discussions with our defense contractors concerning development of remotely-controlled unmanned robotic tanks and aircraft, and we intend to contribute a portion of those to the FWA's cause, if you so desire.

From the desk of Chancellor PyThomas Olbracht:

Our most gracious thanks for accepting us into the FWA. After talking with the Secretary of Defense, we have outlined our initial contribution to the Rapid Response Force:

$80,000,000 OVK (approx. $100 million USD) contributed to the general fund
50,000 troops
Two aircraft carriers with accompanying naval fleets
Four hospital ships
10 stealth fighters
50 tilt-rotor military transports, 140-person capacity each - ideal for quickly ferrying victims of war out of harm's way

We plan on adding to this as we work things out with our Joint Chiefs of Staff and our defense contractors. If any special contributions are needed concerning the Red Tide situation, we will do what we can.

We are also in discussions with our defense contractors concerning development of remotely-controlled unmanned robotic tanks and aircraft, and we intend to contribute a portion of those to the FWA's cause, if you so desire.

On behalf of the entire alliance we thank you for your valuable addition.

ICCD is looking for interested parties to send support for development of Cazelia in Dian Administered Zones. Looking for medical staff, engineers, teachers, general support etc... it would be a civilian role but would require some training and organization by the D.F.L..

This is geared to prop up Cazelia and make them more capable of a democratic government.

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OOC: if there are any ongoing military missions etc.. contact ICCD via TG.

Also it's a long story but ICCD is the Divinus Imperium d' Intracircumcordei (a.k.a Dia, Imperium Dia,Daia, Deia etc..) The Provincia is a province or civil administration area within the Empire - I started playing as D.I. ICCD but the account became locked on the jolt board - as such only my nationstates country remains not my jolt account which won't log in. So my secondary nationstates account was called ICCD-Intracircumcordei - which I used on nationstates.net as a province of the Imperium since my pop was much higher and it was my original account.. so while you may reference to the Provincia from this forum account - I actually play for all of the Empire

re:

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ICCD-Intracircumcordei;12884721']ICCD is looking for interested parties to send support for development of Cazelia in Dian Administered Zones. Looking for medical staff, engineers, teachers, general support etc... it would be a civilian role but would require some training and organization by the D.F.L..

This is geared to prop up Cazelia and make them more capable of a democratic government.

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Our industry would be more than happy to help in this development. We will put ads in our newspapers free of charge for "Teachers and Engineers willing to travel".

In addition, I believe all nations should be Telegrammed win a war comes up via secure lines i(OOC: i.e NS Telegram Inbox) nstead of posting it on this network, so that troop movments may be kept secret.

Thank you very much for advertising- some more info


All basic needs will be provided for the contract term. Transport from ICCD as well Naval and air charters can be provided for countries that have enough to fill a aircraft charter (a few hundred) or a cruise ship charter (a few thousand).

Volunteer terms of over a year will be subject to a paid bonus. Periods of 3 years or more will make the person eligible for Dian Citizenship with all the basic individual rights there in, based on naturalization citizenship.

Training term of 1 month will be conducted in ICCD prior to leave for placement area. Promotion as per DFL guidelines are also in place. A vacation in Palamos will be available as a reward - of one week at Palamoan Resorts for 3 month terms, an optional reward for service. 6 month terms will have three weeks with a quarter bonus. 1 year will have full bonus and 1 month full accomodations. Individuals that sign up for a year term will receive a bonus half before and half at the end of the term. Individuals who sign up for multiple one year terms will receive increased bonus and may even be eligible for officer pay rates as applicable. Also individuals will learn first aid, survival and other skills during the training period if they do not already have them, all free.

Very well. However, do you find the other proposals to be fine? The money running, gun running and covert diplomacy.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

A warm greeting to the nation of Overbecland. We wish for an extended cooperation with your nation as we will all have only to benefit from it.

Regarding the matter discussed above we mention again that such types of actions are frowned upon by our government. Usually our nation does not interfere in the internal affairs of other nations and only provides humanitarian and reconstruction aid.

This however is a different case and humanitarian aid would only do little to alleviate the sufferings of the civilians. The crimes committed by the communist party and the involvement of various other nations have brought us to the conclusion that we need to take action. As the delegate from Googlewoop underlined this is not a valid option. There are justifiable fears that such and action would spark a larger conflict, thing we wish to avoid as the loss of human life would undoubtedly be much larger. As a result the only alternative available to us is to covertly support the democratic faction by providing funds, money and diplomatic aid.

Moving on with the agenda we recommend extreme caution when dealing with nations at war. Any involvement in the NATO/QC war should be avoided for now, with a similar stance for the BL/ViZion war. Whilst we understand the favourable position of the nation of FreeDemGov towards the nation of ViZion, we advise against allowing them admittance in our alliance. We suggest adopting a neutral stance regarding this conflict.

We are not familiar with the situation in Red Tide/Korev as of this moment, so we can not express our opinion for now. We request additional information on the subject.

Finally, our nation has taken into consideration the call made by the nation of ICCD. We already have a presence in Cazelia as two of our engineering brigades have been attached to the Etoile Arcture forces to aid with reconstruction. Also a small task force is currently on stand-by in the Cazelian territorial water providing support to the land troops.

However, since the public is well aware of the situation in Cazelia and a great degree of support exists for their plight we have decided to increase our participation. The civil society has already mobilized and with moderate support from our government funds, material and volunteers are being prepared for departure. To add to the great number of doctors and teachers that volunteer we would like to contribute with one engineering brigade. Hopefully our presence will make a difference.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: Agreed, this thread should be considered Secret IC. Is it possible for the thread starter to change the title to advertise the fact? Possibly an extension like (IC Secret for Members)


Fellow Delegates

The President of Googlewoop wishes to express his personal support and the support of his Cabinet and Parliament of covert operations designed to strengthen the position of the rebels in the Tatom situation. Despite the moral and diplomatic implications of such action, in this case our government would fully support to use of a sponsored proxy nation or political assassinations should a decision to end the communist regime be made.

The delegation from Googlewoops notes with approval the recommendations of several member nations that the FWA not become involved in either the QC/NATO or BL/ViZion conflicts. We concur with the delegation from Damirez that an offer of membership to ViZion for membership to this alliance at least be postponed until the conflict with BL has been permanently resolved.

Regarding the situation in Korev in Red Tide, the Department of External Affairs of my government wishes to point out several facts.
Firstly that while the rebels are surely deserved of support, they are attempting to impose a form of socialism onto Korev. Since this body is currently debating action against another communist regime, our position on this issue should be clarified before any action is taken.
Secondly that the early promise of massive military commitments by Red Tide and the involvement of BL will ensure that this conflict will reach a very large scale should any nations intervene on behalf of the rebels.
Thirdly due to the blockade covert operations in aid of the rebels will be nearly impossible. This lends to the impression that Red Tide is deliberately attempting to back foreign powers into conflict. Recent events indicate that we would be the soul supporters of the rebels should we intervene at this stage.

T. C. Anan

The Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire is preparing its 6th Army Group for the Rapid Response Force. Numbers will be posted as more information becomes available.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: The Korev situation.

After the situation in Korev was brought to our attention our foreign affairs departments were quick to mobilize in gathering information about the uprising.

After analysing the data provided we concur to the position adopted by the Googlewoop representative, we simply cannot adopt a firm position at the moment regarding the situation. There is also the fact that there are fears that should we intervene in the favour of the Korev rebels it would only bring about another situation like that in Tatom in just a matter of years.

Another major issue is represented by the large scale mobilization that Red Tide has undertook in order to quench the rebellion as it proves without a doubt that they are willing to fight for that territory. This will only bring about a conflict on our hands. Add to it the relations with BL and we might wake ourselves in the middle of the very conflict we wish to avoid.

***High Level Encryption***
***Alliance members only***
***Secondary encryption***
***For your eyes only***


Regarding the situation in Tatum, our government would like to disclose the fact that we have provided funds to a third party involved in the conflict that supported the rebels. Unfortunately at this moment that nation is confronted with a period of internal turmoil. (((OCC: The guy's off for a week.))) While we do not expect major events to take place, their hands are tied for an undetermined period of time.

***Secondary encryption ends***
Ending Report regarding military deployment of the RRF.
***High Level Encryption Ends***

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.


OCC: I have some VTOL aircraft for sale, but I'm not quite ready with a storefront, anyone interested?

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Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Top Secret, Eyes Only, Free World Alliance

The Technocracy welcomes the delegates for the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire and Overbecland to the interim council. I have forwarded our government's respective offers of embassies to our Diplomatic Directorate, and the Technocracy wishes to reciprocate with offering embassies in our capitol New Augustatown, with details to be sent on normal diplomatic channels.

Now, I see we have great deal of business to attend to, so I will strive to be brief as possible.

Tatom

We agree:

Adopting an officially neutral position in the civil war so that in the event of any peace talks the Alliance may able to act as a 'honest broker' in peace negotiations.

Sending humanitarian aid to Tatom.

Providing secret assistance to the pro-democracy rebels. This aid should be done through third-parties hiring mercenaries and buying weapons and the C-130 aircraft to fly them into Tatom on the international surplus arms market.

FREE INTERPOL

We fully support the FreeDemGov motion and the Police Service of Etoile Arcture will cooperate fully with the new FREE INTERPOL and the law enforcement agencies of all the Alliance member states.

OBSATs

We will contribute 1 Billion USD initially and other funds as necessary for the launch and operation of an OBSAT netwwork for the Alliance.

British Londinium-ViZion War

Adopting an officially neutral position. As such, we recommend that as a member of the CID we also abstain from any vote to eject BL from that institution.

Rejecting any BL application to join the Alliance, in light of their record in human rights in other countries (rather than those enjoyed in BL itself).

Considering any application by ViZion, if one was to be made, once hostilities with BL have ceased.

Golgoth/NATO War

Remaining neutral and uninvolved. Nothing whatsoever can be gained from getting involved.

Cazelian Joint Coalition Defense and Occupation Authority

The Technocracy proposes that the Alliance join the JCDOA as part of the international effort to reconstruct Cazelia.

At present ICCD, Etoile Arcture and Damirez all have a presence in Cazelia. This can be more closely coordinated for the better of the Cazelians. For instance, we operate an air bridge into Caz'e City Airport and this could be expanded into Dian Administered Zones.

In conclusion the Alliance is faced with a great many challenges in diplomacy with the worsening international situation. As the Alliance grows in power and prestige we hope it can stand as a beacon for fairness and good governance to the whole world.

End Encryption

OOC: Sorry for the brevity, blame work. :-( I've added a note to the first page that messages are IC secret - I want to keep the subject open MT so we continue attracting members. I'm sure I missed something above, and I know I have to sort out my naval forces and matters in Cazelia.

From: Councillor Andrew Wallenstein
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Invitation.

Following the ignition of a civil war in Pro Patria Puritania our nation has dispatched several teams in order to monitor the situation. We would like to invite the other nations of the FWA to participate to the observation efforts.

Best regards,
Andrew Wallenstein.

OOC: There's my proposal about loaning/selling a military satellite network to the alliance, there's no opinion on that.

Inventory Complete.

This is the force that the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire has assembled for the Rapid Response Force

6th Army Group
(Field Marshal Adrianna Northcutt commanding)

576,000 soldiers (Armed with AK-74’s and Beretta M92 Handguns. Snipers use Galil-model sniper rifles)

1,000 Long Range Acoustic Devices (loaded atop M998 HMMWV Humvees)
2,000 M1A1 Abrams Tanks
1,400 Active Denial Systems (loaded atop M998 HMMWV Humvees)
1,700 9k58 Smerch Anti-Air Vehicles
1,700 Avenger Low Level Anti-Air Vehicles
3,000 M998 HMMWV Humvees
7,500 URAL-43206 Cargo Trucks
400 Type 85 Armored Personnel Carriers
600 Cougar multi-purpose, mine protected armored patrol vehicles
800 M6 Bradley Linebackers

60 CH-47 Chinook Transport Helicopters
144 UH-60 Blackhawk Attack Helicopters
144 Tiger Anti-Tank Helicopters
72 A-10 Thunderbolts

From: Ambassador Long of The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
To: Esteemed Delegates of the Free World Alliance

We agree with the opinions of Etoile Arcture and Googlewoop. However, we would support the Damirez satellites over OBSAT, in an effort to keep commerce in the alliance as much as possible strong.

Covert operations must be undertaken in Tatom. The Communists can not be allowed to countinue their onslaught at any price necessary. We are willing to increase funding to the Free World Alliance if necessary to fund this and donate slightly used U-B FDG Battle Rifles and U-B 500 Assault weapons to the rebels. I also think that hiring the Leafanistani Organized Crime Sundicate to do a hit on their Communist Chairman and possibly other top officials would be a worthwhile use of such force. The Communists mustn't live to see the new year, in order to avoid increased Bloodshed.

Upon further examination, we also find that commencing operations in the Red Tide Civil War would not be a worthwhile cause.

We also think that joint ventures in Cazelia would be very beneficial for all of us. The Cazelians do not deserve oppression. I believe as a group we could use the alliance to collectively bargain for a free and independent Cazelia as soon as possible. In addition, as soon as such a nation is achieved I recomend we bring them into the fold.

To: Ambassador Long of The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
From: Emperor William Kennedy, Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire

I am strongly against the idea of hiring the Leafanistani Organized Crime Sundicate to take out the Communists in Tatom. We have to hold the moral high ground in this conflict. And I strongly believe that contracting a mob organization makes us no better than the Communists themselves.

And let us not forget about our reputation. The Free World Alliance is still a young organization in this world. Very little is known about us, or what exactly we stand for. What would the nations of the world think of us if we resorted to contracting our dirty work out to mercenaries and mobsters?

They would think very little of us, that's for sure. And that would go for myself as well. In a scenerio like this, you want to get something done, you have to send in your own men to do it.

I have no objections to operations in Cazelia.

To: Emperor William Kennedy and other esteemed delegates
From: Ambassador Long, FreeDemGov

After considering your objections we agree, however, what other action can we take in Tatom?

Without such methods however, how can we make a move on the communists directly? Running weapons and money to the rebels is fine, but how else can we secure our investement?

In light of this, we suggest forming an Alliance wide organization of those specializing in black operations. We could use these to carry out such, as you said "dirty work". Maybe, we could then blame others?

However, we would support any action against the Tatom Communists.

To: Ambassador Long of The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
From: Emperor William Kennedy, Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire

I have no objection to an Alliance-founded black-ops organization. I only ask that any and all agents be loyal only to the Free World Alliance and it's creed. Above all else, I want these agents to be loyal only to the FWA, and not the almighty dollar.

You see Ambassador Long, I despise mercenaries. I hate them. They'll kill anyone if the price is high enough, even if that means turning the gun on their friends and family. They have no loyalties, no convictions, and no sense of honor or patriotism. They are all just whores with guns.

Any Alliance-founded black-ops organisation will have to be above that filth. I won't accept anything less.

To: Ambassador Long of The Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov
From: Emperor William Kennedy, Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire

I have no objection to an Alliance-founded black-ops organization. I only ask that any and all agents be loyal only to the Free World Alliance and it's creed. Above all else, I want these agents to be loyal only to the FWA, and not the almighty dollar.

You see Ambassador Long, I despise mercenaries. I hate them. They'll kill anyone if the price is high enough, even if that means turning the gun on their friends and family. They have no loyalties, no convictions, and no sense of honor or patriotism. They are all just whores with guns.

Any Alliance-founded black-ops organisation will have to be above that filth. I won't accept anything less.

I agree very, very much that we can't do that. Mercenaries are whores and funding whores is without the sex garantee is asking for way too much trouble. I believe we are all, to some degree, men of honor and reason. And as such we have no choice but to bring to the communists the best thing about capitalism.

The irrefusable offer.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Tatom dilemma.

I think we all agree by this time that something must be done about the Tatom civil war and in particular about the Tatom communists. It seems to me that the true difficulties lie in choosing a path to follow in the matter. Hiring mercenary groups, political assassination or outright military intervention. As many delegates have mentioned before each of these actions has a serious drawback which I am not sure that we are willing to pay, after all what good is to win a battle if you start a war?

As such we would like the delegates to consider our previous approach to the matter, the use of a proxy, however in this matter we must be wary of using mercenary groups. Our choice was however different; the nation of The Yellow Sea Islands was already involved in the conflict when we fully understood the situation, openly supporting the rebels with military and humanitarian aid in the name of democracy. Following our reluctance to involve directly we approached their representatives and offered them funds for the campaign. In short, if you allow me a joke, we gave the hero a new pack of bombs to whack the 'bad guys'. Perhaps a similar nation can be found?

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Tatom dilemma.
As such we would like the delegates to consider our previous approach to the matter, the use of a proxy, however in this matter we must be wary of using mercenary groups. Our choice was however different; the nation of The Yellow Sea Islands was already involved in the conflict when we fully understood the situation, openly supporting the rebels with military and humanitarian aid in the name of democracy. Following our reluctance to involve directly we approached their representatives and offered them funds for the campaign. In short, if you allow me a joke, we gave the hero a new pack of bombs to whack the 'bad guys'. Perhaps a similar nation can be found?

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

Doesn't the same problem arrive of having others do our dirty work?

Doesn't the same problem arrive of having others do our dirty work?

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Inquiry response.

While we do agree that the problems are similar in form they differ radically in substance. True, we still pay others to interfere, but this time the third party is not a mercenary group or an organization that has only money as an objective, they share our goals and as such it is only natural for us to aid them. As we cannot do that directly providing funds * various other support forms is the only viable option.

Make no mistake here, the third party we were talking about was already committed to the cause of the rebels and even without our support they were prepared to go all the way, we only provided parts of the means required to do so.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Inquiry response.

While we do agree that the problems are similar in form they differ radically in substance. True, we still pay others to interfere, but this time the third party is not a mercenary group or an organization that has only money as an objective, they share our goals and as such it is only natural for us to aid them. As we cannot do that directly providing funds * various other support forms is the only viable option.

Make no mistake here, the third party we were talking about was already committed to the cause of the rebels and even without our support they were prepared to go all the way, we only provided parts of the means required to do so.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

Our government will suport this compromise should Wilhelmsborough and the others agree.

Honourable Fellow Delegates

After review of the comments of this body over the past few days, the delegation from Googlewoop has prepared the following input for the various debates.

We feel that at this early stage, the use of Damirez satellites best fits the role as carrier of our communications network. The network is presumably already in place and operational and I for one am keen to be able to return to my own country for a short period of time to attend to internal business while still being able to officially contact the FWA as a whole. We propose immediate acceptance of Damirez offer at least as a temporary solution. We fully support the idea of a new, organisation funded OBSAT network some time in the future as a group initiative and offer the use of Googlewoop’s X-3 Space Plane delivery vehicles should the need arise.

With regards to the Cazelia situation, we feel that admittance into the alliance should be a priority once some of the public attention to the nation has been lifted. This region has time and again been the centre of war, destruction and atrocities including nuclear attack.

(OOC: apparently some noob CA member nation launched a pile of nukes at Cazelia. Pretty sure that RP is being ignored by the general community including his own alliance though. Speaking of which, the CA seems to be suffering some internal bickering at the moment which is quite interesting.)

Membership of this alliance would all but assure that the chain of violence in Cazelia would end under our watch. This presents itself as the perfect opportunity for the FWA to effect a positive influence on the ViZion/BL situation.

(OOC: btw Who plays Cazelia? Is it a puppet?)

Regarding the Tatom situation, we wish to thank the delegate from The Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire for his concern but also point out that given proper intelligence work and the secrecy of this chamber that the international community has little chance of coming into knowledge of our involvement that would enable them to form a negative opinion of the FWA. If a decision to hire assassins is made, I volunteer the Googlewooper Intelligence Agency (GIA) to make the necessary arrangements.

(OOC: I’ve done this before – I know how to write the RP so it’s watertight)

I am currently communicating with the Secretaries for External Affairs and Defence and I hope to be able to put to the alliance a Googlewooper plan for overt action with regards to this situation.


Regards

T. C. Anan

Fellow delegates

After recent scrutiny of the Tatom situation, the Departments of External Affairs and Defence of my government are of the firm opinion that the civil war may soon end in a ceasefire or victory to the rebels. Last intelligence out of Tatom indicates that both the rebels and communist regime have withdrawn their armies from combat. With the help of allies the rebels have recently succeeded in taking the battle to the communist capital, half of which now lies in ruins. One can hardly see the communists defeating the uprising any time in the foreseeable future after this setback. However tragic this loss of life and in the case of the dwellers of the capital property, the rebels have succeeded in securing their freedom and peacekeeping and humanitarian operations will soon be able to commence.


Ecstatic regards

T. C. Anan

Fellow Delegates:

It doesn't really matter to my government what method is used. There are numerous methods all good and all subject to different pros and cons. However, we would like for some action before the conflict is over. Tatom is one of the largest wars going on right now and we need desperately to have a presence in order to prove ourselves and the voracity of this alliance, either at the war on the battlefront or on the diplomatic war.

(OOC: Very interested in that CA bickering. Maybe it just got too big and powerful for its own good? When you say noob do you mean noob like me or noob like july 07?)

(OOC: I always assumed Cazelia wasn't a puppet. Just based on the way it was divided up)

We also should use the Damirez satelites for price efficency reasons. If and only if for any reason these need to be replaced then we could swtich to OBSAT standard. However I DO NOT see this happening in the foreseeable future. I trust Damirez to produce satelites of the highest possible quality and durability.

Cazelia is a hot potato at the moment. I believe that this hot potato should eventually be passed to us, so that we can make some real delicious chip or fries or hell even mashed potatoes. The sky's the limit with a fine spud or a fine country.

Regards my friends,
Ambassador Long

Fellow Delegates:

It doesn't really matter to my government what method is used. There are numerous methods all good and all subject to different pros and cons. However, we would like for some action before the conflict is over. Tatom is one of the largest wars going on right now and we need desperately to have a presence in order to prove ourselves and the voracity of this alliance, either at the war on the battlefront or on the diplomatic war.

(OOC: Very interested in that CA bickering. Maybe it just got too big and powerful for its own good? When you say noob do you mean noob like me or noob like july 07?)

(OOC: I always assumed Cazelia wasn't a puppet. Just based on the way it was divided up)

We also should use the Damirez satelites for price efficency reasons. If and only if for any reason these need to be replaced then we could swtich to OBSAT standard. However I DO NOT see this happening in the foreseeable future. I trust Damirez to produce satelites of the highest possible quality and durability.

Cazelia is a hot potato at the moment. I believe that this hot potato should eventually be passed to us, so that we can make some real delicious chip or fries or hell even mashed potatoes. The sky's the limit with a fine spud or a fine country.

Regards my friends,
Ambassador Long

To: All Delegates
From: Emperor William Kennedy, Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire

I was about to give my approval to the compromise which would allow a third-party nation to send in spec. ops forces to take out the communist leadership in Tatom, when I read with delight that the rebels have taken the capital. I would have to assume that any further intervention beyond sending weapons, supplies, and money would be unnecessary. This also gives the Free World Alliance more time to build up a spec. ops team of its own.

As for the situation in Cazelia, it is my opinion that this nation ought to be freed from oppression. If we cannot support any local rebel factions, then we should seriously consider assembling an alliance-wide expeditionary force to go in and destroy the occupying forces.

The only problem in this case is transport. How do we move a large strike force to Cazelia quickly? The 6th Army Group alone is 576,000 soldiers, and that's not counting all the vehicles and tanks!

Fortunately my friends, there is a solution. The HTS-02C "Ouroboros" Super-heavyweight air transport.

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=481690

These aircraft are capable of carrying incredible amounts of troops, arms, and equipment. If we pooled our money together, we could purchase a couple dozen of these transports. They could be shared by all members of the alliance, and if push came to shove, would be used to deploy FWA forces to hotspots around the world.

What do you delegate say to this?

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

Fellow delegates, we would first like to assure you that our satellites are indeed developed using state of the art technology. Second the satellite network is fairly new with the last batch of satellites comprising it being placed into orbit roughly six months ago.

The reason why we are offering this network is quite simple, we have little use of it. While this might speak negatively about it, we assure you it is not the case as the satellites are of the highest standards, it's just that... we have too many of them. In what we call the worst political blunder ever since the liberation our government approved the creation of two networks of satellites with the same goal.

Moving on to other matters on the table we can only express agreement with the point of view of the representative of Googlewoop regarding Cazelia. Getting them to join our alliance would be a step forward for that nation and most likely one that will end the countless waves of violence in there.

Finally the hot item on the table: the Tatom Civil War. Our Intelligence operatives report that the rebel offensive has caused much damage, however it seems that it ultimately failed in conquering the capital, combined with the support the communist receive from various nations, this might give the communists a momentum that would only lead to more bloodshed. Recent opinions expressed in response to the official statement of the nation of Googlewoop by the communists supporters also leave us worried. While wary of direct intervention, action must be taken.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: Regarding the "Ouroboros" isn't the conflict placed in MT?

OOC: Regarding the "Ouroboros" isn't the conflict placed in MT?

Nothing wrong with bending the rules a little. ;)

Nothing wrong with bending the rules a little. ;)

OOC: If that's the case I'm sure I can provide an alternative to that, though I'll probably need to cooperate with one of you guys to build anything remotely that massive. By the way, I think we need a topic for the military once we pick a commander for the RRF and all.

By the way, what type of aircraft do you guys use?

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Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Top Secret, Eyes Only, Free World Alliance

My fellow delegates,

As a matter of urgency the Alliance requires secure and robust communication networks to conduct its business, and thus the Technocracy votes also that transponder capacity be bought on the satellite network of the Principality of Damirez for this purpose. This appears a most expedient and cost effective solution, and that any decision to purchase OBSAT or any other technology can be deferred for further study.

The Technocracy is also pleased to learn that hostilities in Tatom may soon be drawing to an end. I believe my fellow delegates will agree that if a ceasefire is called in Tatom, this would provide the Alliance as a whole a great opportunity to bring about some good - in the areas of humanitarian relief and post-conflict reconstruction - as well as allow the Alliance an opportunity its first test in providing peace and security to a former war zone. Through the newly created office of High Representative I propose that the Alliance take a leadership position in peace talks, if they should arise.

The Technocracy also feels that the Council's deliberations on a suitable response to the Tatom crisis has also revealed another important matter, in that there is a dangerous capability gap in the handling of intelligence within the Alliance. While many of us here have world-class intelligence agencies, these are answerable to our own national authorities and work to further our national aims. As such, I believe a fully independent Free World Alliance Intelligence Agency is needed which can advance the Alliance agenda in a covert manner. This may involve anything from intelligence gathering through disinformation and covert actions.

I have noted the objections of some delegates here to the scope of clandestine operations the Alliance should permit under its banner, up to and including the authorisation of wet-ops. The Technocracy does not make these suggestions lightly and fully understands the consequences such actions may have on the Alliance in terms of reputation and influence discovery of such acts can cost us. But in these unstable times there are few more effective ways to achieve a greater good short of waging war. Even so, the Technocracy believes this is an area that still requires much discussion by the Council until a concensus can be arrived at. Our immediate concern is to ensure that the Council be provided with a reliable source of intel on the international situation from which to inform their decisions.

On the matter of Cazelia, the Technocracy remains of the opinion that the current Joint Coalition Authority is the best way to bring about peace and reconstruction without further loss of life. While the aims that the delegate for Wilhelm-Hataria speaks of are noble - freeing Cazelia from foreign occupation - an attack by the Alliance against the coalition will almost certainly cause the very loss of reputation and prestige we feared an intervention in Tatum would produce. We are therefore strongly opposed to any military solution in Cazelia for the time-being.

The Technocracy will investigate the HTS-02C "Ouroboros" Super-heavyweight air transport as proposed by the delegate for Wilhelm-Hataria. Our own elite Expeditionary Forces possess a considerable airlift and insertion capability of their, albeit in a more conventional sense, through a mixed Airbus A400M and Boeing Quad Tiltrotor fleet, along with STOVL strike fighter forces to protect them. We are also investigating other super wide-body aircaft, including tilt wing designs like "Super Frog" http://www.flug-revue.rotor.com/frheft/FRH0010/FR0010f.htm, and would welcome cooperation with other nations in such, shall I say, expensive areas of research.

In the wider area of military cooperation, it is clear that the Alliance needs its own Special Forces capability within the Rapid Reaction Force to be the "tip of the spear".

The Technocracy now opens the floor to further matters.

OOC: I'm using a lot of Airbus hardware: A330-203MRTTs, A340-330MRTTs and A400Ms, plus the Boeing Quad Tiltrotors.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

To my esteemed colleagues,

Regarding the satellite network we are just waiting for the go ahead from the FWA for it to begin operations. Our engineers are quite eager to "Finally use those babies" and we can only share their opinion.

The Principality wants to warn the members of the alliance about the proceedings in Tatom. So far neither the communist or the democratic sides agreed to a peace talk. While we are sure that we can convince the democrats, we have our doubts about the communists. We still have our doubts about the situation resolving itself in the near future.

We would like to support Etoile Arcture's proposal regarding the creation of a FWA agency as we have already made a similar proposal, although we express reserve in the degree of independence it should have.

For the matter of Cazelia the actions of the Joint Coalition Authority, of which several nations of the FWA are members, represent a solution in our opinion.

The Principality also wishes to begin cooperation with other nations on the subject of super wide-body aircraft as it would cut costs for all parties involved. Also on a related topic our government has approved sales of one of our VTOL multi-purpose aircraft to members of the alliance. Details are available at request.

On the international scene, we would like to draw the attention of the FWA members on the large scale conflict that's taking place between CA and the NPE. While we advise against any form of involvement in the conflict, we suggest that we keep a close look on it.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: Interesting, what about fighters?

And in a totally non-related manner, any chance of you guys having MSN?

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The Commonwealth of Nova Pictavia
Official Communiqué

At this moment in time, we regret that we cannot fully join your fine alliance. This is partly due to the sheer volume of current affairs we are currently besieged with and we don't think its fair to join and not give you anything full of our full attention and cooperation. However, if its possible, we would like to be included as a 'temporary member' until things have settled down. Although this means we will fall short of the quota for a 'Rapid Reaction', feel safe in the fact that if any member nations fall under attack, we will aid in your defense as soon as we are contacted.

During our time as a temporary member, any possible 'green' or 'liberal socialist' allies are welcome to contact us in the 'Nova Pictavia seeks green allies' thread. You are also welcome to attend the Liberation Day Ceilidh in Inverness. Feel free to telegram if you require addresses (links).

We would also like to offer an aid package of 50 million USD to be utilized as you see fit.

All the best,
~Galan Mckay
First Minister, New Pictish Parliament, Inverness

Fellow Delegates

We wish to thank the nation of Nova Pictavia for its interest. After a brief background check we propose that they be allowed to observe the general workings of the FWA and contribute to debate. We would welcome them as a full member when they and the alliance feel the time is right. However we feel that it is in best interests of the organisation not to allow access to military and ‘sensative’ diplomatic debate at this time.

(OOC: Sorry NP, security reasons. No offence intended.)

We wish to inform the FWA that recent attempts to broker a ceasefire in the Tatom conflict were made by my government and wet with support and defiance equally. Unfortunately due to the fact that most nations objecting are involved in the conflict I fear this attempt has failed. The reactions from many combatants, Tatom not included, indicate that this conflict is no longer about the communists or the rebels and is instead being fuelled by the interests of the allies of both sides. Googlewooper diplomats have exchanged very heated words with one particular communist ally who is also a member of the Corporate Alliance. I wish to reassure this body that given our past dealing with the CA and their extreme opposition to socialism they are unlikely to rush to the aid of this rogue state.

(OOC: Maldorians is one of main instigators of the current bickering in the CA. He’s a 2 Billion nation but has no RP skills whatsoever which has caused an argument with an even newer nation. I agree that the CA has become too large. Founder and other major members can’t get a word in on the forum without being drowned in the BS of these new members. Very soon BC and co. will get sick of it and I’d say the CA will fall apart. They only wanted to out last GASN anyway.)

Despite disagreeing with the idea of military action to ‘liberate’ Cazelia, on the broader topic of transportation of the RRF into a theatre of war, we offer the use of the Googlewooper Navy ‘Marines’ Special Forces. It has always been the tactic of Googlewoop to assault and hold a beach head from which further deployment and invasion may occur. The Marines are well trained and practised in this, their defining role. These troops operating from Amphibious Assault Ship Battle Groups and the sheer power and quality of the Googlewooper Military have ensured success in inserting large invasion forces on a vast majority of occasions.

In light of the comments of the delegation of FreeDemGov, we propose that the next sitting of this body be designated ‘FWA Fish and Chips Night’ and much fine fatty food and beer be consumed by all.

(OOC: lols, couldn’t resist.)

T. C. Anan

OOC: C-5 Globemasters and C-17 Galaxiess for air lift and air insertion operations.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance.
Subject: Current affairs.

To my esteemed colleagues,

The Principality agrees with the representative of Googlewoop regarding the approach we should take on partial members such as Nova Pictavia. While they should be allowed to follow the proceedings and general mechanisms of the alliance. access to more sensitive data should be reserved for our fully established members. We hope that in the near future the nation of Nova Pictavia will join our alliance fully and gain full access to the benefits of the alliance.

Regarding the situation in Tatom it is as we have feared it. Our observations and dealings with communists governments and extremist organizations have taught us that they are not willing to give up power easily. The interests of the third parties that support the two factions only adds to the fire.

We also recommend the delegate of Googlewoop to wear watertight clothes when dealing with the Tatom situation.
(Sorry, couldn't help it. =)) )

Regarding the creation of a RRF Special Force, we recommend our Legions and especially our third legion, we are certain that they will succeed in any task given to them by the alliance.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OCC:

Sent a TG to you about Maldorians regarding his involvement in Tatom, Googlewoop.

That's an interesting combination you use, but isn't range & price a problem?

OOC

To be honest I've never really thought about range. I assume you're referring to the range of the C-5 as opposed to an airliner. The only conflicts I've had to fly rapid reinforcements into have been in my own region (around the mid '04 mark). The option of hopping or a complex network of mid-air refuelling aircraft is there. I suppose. The 787 looks promising though.

Price not so much. I've always run a military of around 1% which is pretty miniscule compared to some and I do have a booming economy and population.

OOC:

Yes, compared to others a C-5 is quite lacking in range. I wonder about the possibility of a complex refuelling system since although it can work quite well when we're involved in peace keeping/suppression missions it could be a vulnerability for you if we deal with a large scale conflict away from your borders.


As for price it's not so much about them being expensive as it is for them being too costly in regards to the efficiency they have. *The C-17 Galaxiess*

And we really need an OOC thread.

Fellow Delegates


It is with much disappointment that I take my leave of the FWA headquarters temporarily. National elections in Googlewoop are a matter of weeks away and many seats in Parliament, including my own are becoming increasingly close in the polls. This is in part due to the fact that a referendum to reform the higher offices of government, including the Secretarial Posts and the Presidency, is also being voted upon.


This seems a good opportunity to explain the political system and environment in Googlewoop.

The defining feature of our system is the lack of party politics. The founders of the parliament in the late days of the monarchy resolved to part from the bipartisan system of most governments. The constitution and other mechanics of government do not officially recognise and hence do not encourage the formation of political parties. There is no majority or minority in parliament. Campaign contributions by big business and religion are banned. Instead, the parliament utilises democracy in its purest from: While the policy of politicians inevitable places them at various positions on a left/right scale, it is the policies themselves that effect their chances of election or re-election. Parliamentarians have little chance of being reinstated by their constituents if they do not actively represent the views of their electorate in a term. Despite the fact that a leadership group for each side of every debate inevitably appears, members of parliament vote according to their own opinions, the opinions of their constituents and the content of the debate. Any politician that lets motives other than these effect their politics are greatly frowned upon by both peers and voters.

The Congressional Parliament is a 500 seat body elected every two years on the 1 May allowing two months for the new parliament to settle and prepare a budget for the new financial year. The country is divided into electorates of equal population. Currently the President and Secretaries are instated by votes of the Parliament and are otherwise regular seat holders in the body. In two weeks a referendum, proposed by moderate right politicians, will be voted on along with general elections to provide for individual elections of the President who will then instate the Secretaries after having each confirmed by Parliament. The President will receive Vito powers over national legislation and become C in C of the military and will be heavily advised by a panel of ‘Joint Chief’ style military staff.

Under the parliament are the local governments. Each suburb elects 10 councillors and a mayor, each 2 years on the 1 August after national elections, who inherit their newly prepared budget from parliament. Councils are empowered to pass laws effecting locals issues which do not contradict any part of the constitution or national legislation.


I expect that if the referendum is passed I will be reappointed to my Secretarial Post by the President and that I will return shortly after to continue my work as delegate to this organisation although nothing is certain in the political environment of my country at the moment. This is however democracy at its best and I am only too happy to be a part of the process.

I leave the voice of Googlewoop in this organisation with my deputy, Trevor Shultz and look forward to communicating with you all over the new Damirez satellite network.

I would also like to take this opportunity to express my personal delight at the way that this alliance is panning out. We seem to have collected a very bright, likeminded group of individuals to represent our great nations. I see the FWA becoming a major military and diplomatic power in the world in the future.


Regards

T. C. Anan


(OOC

I have to get on a plane and head back to uni tomorrow. My laptop is still in the shop being repaired but I expect to have it back mid next week. I will be able to monitor the NS world loosely but will not have the resources to do any major RP until I get it sent to me. When it does get to me I’ll have the time to really get back into NS.

Cheers

Also, can anyone tell me why the picies at the top of posts sometimes appear as graphics and sometimes as links?)

OOC

Regarding an OOC link; if it’s alright with everyone else I could create a thread call “FWA foyer (OOC)” or something similar.

OCC: I see no problem with that. It should help to keep this thread 'official'. I noticed the bit about the pictures too, I never get the pics when I'm logged on, I can only see the links, no such problem when I'm not logged in.

Have a safe trip, hopefully nothing major will happen until you get back.

The OOC thread is up.

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=533366

TO: All members of the FWA
FROM: Lyran Governmental Trade Department

Re: Standardisation of equipment, discount and strategic analysis

It has come to the Protectorate's notice that the member states of the FWA are increasingly integrating their militaries to ensure maximum commonality and interoperability. The Protectorate commends you on your course of action, on many levels, and extends an offer to you that you may well consider worthwhile.

The Lyran Research and Development Commission has recently released a new MBT, the LY4 Wolfhound, and is developing a range of armoured fighting vehicles based on a modular chassis and able to accomodate roles from APC through IFV to Ambulance or Armoured Mortar, designed to operate in conjunction with each other using the Cromwell II battlespace information system.

The Lyran Governmental Trade Department has been authorised by Executive Command to offer a 15% discount on all Lyran products to members of the Free Worlds Alliance. This incentive, along with the highly capable and already price competitive Lyran range, should make the standardisation of FWA hardware not just a pleasant concept, but a viable, feasible and sensible choice.

We hope to do business with all of you, and are more than willing to offer advice on all things military, should you wish to seek our assistance.

Warm regards

Lieutenant General Aleksandr
Director
Lyran Governmental Trade Department
Bredubar
Protectorate of Lyras

Googlewoop thanks Lyras for their congratulations and offer. Googlewoop is currently happy with the current arsenal of armoured vehicles it deploys. We do however think of the wolfhound very highly and would have no problems recommending it to other alliance nations should they be inclined to purchase some.

TO: Googlewoop
FROM: Lyran Governmental Trade Department

Re: Standardisation of equipment, discount and strategic analysis

You have our thanks for your sentiments. We are fairly sure that you will have room somewhere in your order of battle for the next vehicle we release.

As a sneak preview of part of the write-up...

The Ironheart AMTV chassis is extremely durable, light, extensively networked, highly mobile (tactically, operationally and strategically) and features an astounding number of modular variations, capable of meeting almost any battlefield requirement. The listed modifications are, however, not exhaustive. Like few other vehicles before it, the Ironheart can be adapted for nearly any concievable role, with virtually any imaginable equipment set, in almost any conditions, and perform that role to great effect. Whether utilising the specific versions detailed, or adapting it to meet other military or civilian necessities, the Ironheart AMTV has a part to play anywhere in the world.

Warm regards

Lieutenant General Aleksandr
Director
Lyran Governmental Trade Department
Bredubar
Protectorate of Lyras

OOC: Sorry for lack of legnthy posts lately!

From: Ambassador Long
To: All

First of all we would like to congratulate Nova Pictavia on their recent induction as a partial member. We would like to ofer them our assistance in every manner and agreement to mutal friendship. Our Nova Pictavian friends are a great addition to this alliance with much to offer. We our proud to have them among our ranks, even if just as a partial membe.

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As far as Lyras offer goes we are currently in no need of such products, though similarly to our Googlewooper allies we find them to be of satisfactory condition. In addition we are reluctant to buy products from any nationstate who is not in a state of alliance with our fair nation. Good luck to Lyras in all their business and interests so long as they don't interfer with ours.

The communists in Tatom have to be dealt with. We support all efforts for airtight interception and assassination of such leaders. The people of Tatom deserve better. The tighter the better.

Regarding any tensions with the Maldorians, I don't have any real fear as they are not in good graces with much of the CA.

Does anybody know when all the proposd branches should be up and running?
Tons of things have been proposed but as far as we know nothing seems to have panned out.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance & Guests.
Subject: Current affairs.

The principality finds the Lyras products to be of satisfactory quality much like our fellow delegates. However, given the fact that our military hardware is relatively new we have no need at the moment for new equipment. We will keep an eye on the Ironheart AMTV chassis and perhaps acquire license rights for it if the conditions are agreeable.

***Encrypted, FWA only***

It seems to me that we are not able to reach any definite conclusion regarding the situation in Tatom. For example we do not agree with the FreeDemGov proposal of assassination of leaders. Our intel has warned us that should such measures be taken against the Tatom communist leaders the communist party might be taken over by a foreign nation or worse they'll divide in various factions under the control of foreign supported warlords. We must insure the democrats victory, not the communist defeat.

Regarding the establishment of the various branches proposed we feel that it is necessary to first select representatives responsible with their organization.

***Encryption ends***

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

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Official Communiqué - Urgent, Free World Alliance

I wish to thank The Commonwealth of Nova Pictavia for their generous donation of 50 million USD to the Free World Alliance General Fund. We look forward to their eventual full membership of the Commonwealth to the Alliance. As such they are given observer status in the Council and may follow general debate, especially those on environmental issues, and are granted access to the unencrypted diplomatic data feed from the Alliance's FreeSatNet.

On matters of Alliance business, we second the motion from delegate for Googlewoop that the next sitting of the Council be designated ‘FWA Fish and Chips Night’. We hope that next week the delegates may reciprocate with a "Pizza and Beer Night.'

OOC: Loving it!

Technocracy also thanks the Lyran Governmental Trade Department for its offer of a 15% discount on all its products. At this time the Technocracy also regretfully declines to take up this offer as it is the final stages of making operational new fleets of indigenously-designed armoured vehicles. We will, though, keep Lyran products in mind on our next military funding round.

Finally, we congratulate the Googleistic Democracy of Googlewoop on its imminent elections, and reads with interest the informative paper submitted to the Council library describing the Googleistic democratic system. We will be sure to Google the results as soon as they arrive over the wires.

OCC: And have a good flight, bro! Yeah, and still gotta sort that navy stuff out too.

Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Top Secret, Eyes Only, Free World Alliance

Fellow delegates. I follow with concern the continuing conflict in Tatom. The Technocracy feels the recent statement to the international community by the Googlewoop delegation offers the only credible solution to this conflict. As such, the Technocracy proposes that the Free World Alliance throw its full support behind the Googlewoop proposal and the efforts being made by the Principality of Damirez.

While it has so far been the position of this Council that the Alliance not engage in a direct military intervention in Tatom, this delegate feels that the humanitarian disaster in Tatom will continue unabaited unless decisive action is taken to force both parties to the negotiating table, otherwise the conflict looks likely to continue indefinitely. If the partition of Tatom is to succeed, it will therefore be necessary to send peacekeepers to to ensure both parties respect the peace agreement. This has man attendant risks, as it is often the case that peacekeepers can become the target of insurgents, and the Alliance opens itself to other forms of retaliation.

OOC: I had the misfortune of a running in with Maldorians in his invasion of Genae Romae, which he wanked harder than Pee Wee Herman in a darkened movie theatre.

The Technocracy now wishes to addressed other pressing matters of Alliance business.

For purposes of expediency the Technocracy is using its position as co-chair of the Council to approve the following measures. These decisions remain temporarily until receiving final approval by the Council, but matters are too pressing that these decisions can be delayed any further.

The Technocracy approves leasing of the satellite network offered by the Principality of Damreiz to become the new communications network for the Alliance. We propose renaming the satellites to the Free World Sattelite Network or FreeSatNet, and each satellite in sequence to be named FREESAT 1A, FREESAT 1B, etc, to reflect this fact. This pends final contract details including funding of the network from the general funds to be negotiated with the delegate for Damirez.

On the matter of the Free World Alliance Rapid Reaction Force (RRF), the Technocracy proposes that the first Commander in Chief (C-in-C) of the RRF be nominated from the General Staff of the armed forces of Damirez.

We further authorise on a temporary basis the Special Forces of the armed forces of Damirez to temporarily assume the role of the RRF Special Forces Corps. As with the post of C-in-C, the Technocracy has formed the opinion that the RRF-SF should be drawn on a rotating basis so that all member states may share the prestige and responsibility of this role.

As such, the Principality of Damirez will assume the C-in-C and SF roles for only 6 months before being replaced by the G oogleistic Democracy of Googlewoop. In this period, if it becomes necessary for a peacekeeping force to be sent to Tatom, it seems clear that both Damirez and Googlewoop are best placed to lead such an intervention mission.

This measure supercedes the motion to create a central headquarters for the RRF, as this is now the responsibility of whichever nation is holding the office of C-in-C.

OOC: For simplicity's sake, I'd say that 6 months = 1 RL week, which I know doesn't really divide equally but it's, uh, y'know, simple. Everyone should have a chance at using their SF and breaking a few heads. LOL

The Technocracy also directs the Council to approve the formation of a Free World Alliance Central Intelligence Agency. This will be at present limited to intelligence gathering and analysis using human or technological assets. It will monitor the general international situation, but will have a prime mission of providing intelligence products to support the diplomatic and other efforts of the Free World Alliance, such as in Cazelia and Tatom.

OOC: Whoever wants to keep an eye on stuff gets the job, it's not the kind of thing you want to rotate all the time.

These directives take immediate effect on transmission of this document, but remain temporary pending final approval by the Council. We thank all delegates for their understanding in these matters, and make clear that we in no way want these actions to be construed as an attempt to override the authority of the Council.

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance
Subject: Current affairs.

Our delegate would like to second the motion for the establishment of a ‘FWA Fish and Chips Night’ if it means that we'll get a 'Pizza and Beer Night'. Though we recommend that all important matters are solved before opening the first bottles.

***Encrypted message, FWA eyes only***

Regarding the situation in Tatom we are currently attempting to convince the two sides to come at the negotiation table, also we feel that it is imperative to insure that the negotiations take place in a neutral environment to alleviate the pressure that comes from the supporters of the two sides.

In order to facilitate this our highest level foreign official will be dispatched to the area once the two parties agree to come to the table. This will ensure, we hope, that the initial proceedings will go smoothly.

As for the matters approved by the delegate of Etoile Arcture we feel that indeed due to the urgency of the matters at hand temporary measures had to be taken.

We would also like to thank the delegate of Etoile Arcture for our nomination. It would bring us great pride to be the first ones to fulfil the role of Commander in Chief of the RRF. As such we propose General Flavius Belisarius for the position, furthermore our SF have been already mobilized and are ready to be deployed in the name of the FWA should the need arise. A concrete proposal for the organization of the RRF will soon follow.

We agree with the opinion that the RRF-SF role should be drawn on a rotating basis, although we recommend that all SF forces assigned to the RRF should be prepared to interfere should the commander in charge require their support.

Regarding the matter of the satellite network we are pleased to announce that a generous discount will be made. We are certain that it will fulfil its role for a long time to come.

***End Encryption***

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: Noticed that about Maldorians, but I'm warning you guys in advance, if he wanks in Tatom against me/us I'll wank back or just ignore him.

Regarding the satellites, anyone knows an approximate regarding costs?

For the CIA I recommend that we have two 'directors'.

Transmission to the FWA from T. C. Anan over the new FreeSatNet


Greetings from my electorate, the Googlewooper 101st, otherwise known as the central district of the city of Hunter. In domestic news, the President, myself and the other Secretaries have resigned our seats in order to end confusion over the results of the referendum regarding Presidential Elections. I will however be staying in Googlewoop until a result has been reached in order to monitor proceedings and be present at any inauguration ceremony that may take place. I will promptly update the FWA on the results when they become available.

Regarding the current business of the FWA
Firstly I wish to take this opportunity to press for the rapid publication of the system of debate and voting that will be implemented in this body as well as a mandate on the formation and powers of any executive branches or offices that will be formed. Regarding a similar query by the delegation from FreeDemGov, we would like to point out that the rest of the alliance has been expecting this publication to come from you and Etoile Arcture, as founding nations and that we are happy for this to remain the case. Recent events have proven that we cannot wallow in the simplicity of our infancy for long and that some issues require votes of the FWA in order to rapidly formalise a position on them.

I also express my full support for the selection of Damirez as the first C in C of the RRF and trust in their judgment as far as selecting a general is concerned. I do feel however that the official handing over of the control of the RRF to a C in C further highlights the need to publish a clear and comprehensive document detailing the powers of such offices within the alliance. Initially I think it is important to legislate that the C in C must act only on behalf of the FWA and in all circumstances except for emergencies should require the support of an FWA vote or declaration of war/intervention in order to deploy RRF forces. Again this is pending the official system of debate and vote.

Regarding the Tatom situation; I note with interest that peace talks have begun, although I have not had time to ascertain whether this was as a result of the actions of Googlewoop or Damirez. Regardless, this can only be seen as a forward step. It is my opinion as well as that of Donald Ducksfelt, my friend and Secretary for Defence, that it would be best to accept this situation as it is for the moment. While we both agree that overt action may be necessary in the future to ensure that real freedom is handed to the Tatom people, we feel that a tactic of sitting back and waiting for the right moment to strike is the best option if we are to accomplish this goal given the current situation.

I also agree with the notion of rotating the Special Forces of the RRF. I propose that the best command of these forces would be allowed if the SF were from the same nation as the current C in C of the time and that they be rotated at the same time as the C in C position. I also agree with the proposal of Damirez that the official RRF SF should only be the tip of the spear and that the SF of other member nations should not hesitate to assist in any operations the RRF SF may need to undertake.

Personally, I would like to thank my fellow delegates for the fish, chips and beer that they sent to my office last night. I hope to be back amongst the other delegation to the FWA in person shortly (OOC: Wednesday when my laptop get’s here probably) in order to enjoy “FWA Pizza and Beer Night”.


Regards

T. C. Anan


OOC

I think longer terms of office for the C in C etc. would be easier to deal with, say a month instead of a week. This should save some confusion. It’s up the FDG and EA though and doesn’t really bother me.

I like the idea of the Intelligence agency being free form. Apart from officially creating and naming it, we’ll just assume that anyone with good information has got it from agents etc. Just a side note; Intel tends to be a sore spot when it comes to RP – e.g. what information you can or can’t claim to have gathered from agents without RPing it. An agency would be a good way to play covert/wet ops.

***FreeSatNet***
***Tatom Conflict Area***

From: Prince Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister of The Principality of Damirez.
To: Delegates of the Free World Alliance
Subject: Current affairs.

The Principality shares the same opinion as the nation of Googlewoop regarding the formation of a debate and voting system and that regarding the executive branches. We would also like to underline the urgency behind these measures as recent events shown us that a united front and a quick reaction are needed for the alliance to have any effectiveness. We offer our counsel in this regard if it is needed.

Moving on to the position of C-in-C, we agree with the Googlewoop representative that a legislature is needed to exactly define the attributions of a C-in-C. We also propose the creation of a Second in Command (S-in-C) function. This would serve for two important roles. First continuity since the S-in-C would either be the previous C-in-C or the next one, second, should the C-in-C be unavailable the S-in-C can assume temporary command until the C-in-C becomes available.

The matter in Tatom is becoming interesting lately as various supporter of the two factions involved have announced their presence to the negotiation table. I have offered my services as a mediator and some of them have already accepted me in that regard, furthermore two of our legions await deployment at the site of the talks in order to insure the security of the conference. On a side note one of them is a battle engineer brigade so an airstrip will be built on the island. Hopefully the talks will be conclusive and peace will be brought to the people of Tatom.

Best Regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

OOC: 'K it's fine either way for me.

That seems like the best option , maybe an organization with multiple cells? Doesn't matter all that much as we shouldn't waste too much time with this with al the other matters at hand.

And talking about 'wank': How do you buy missiles worth three times your whole budget?

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Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Top Secret, Eyes Only, Free World Alliance

My fellow delegates,

I thank you all for your patience regarding the issue of formalising the branches and offices of the Free World Alliance. The Diplomatic Directorate has prepared the following document as an executive summary as to the initial shape of our organisation and the offices to be created.

Summary of Executive Offices and Agencies of the Free World Alliance

We publish this policy document on the decision making process of the Free World Alliance and the various executive agencies charged with implementing policy.

Governing Council of the Free World Alliance

The Governing Council is the central decision making body of the Alliance, with responsibility for formulating policy and strategy, the creation and disbanding of executive offices and agencies within the Alliance under the provisions of Article VIII of the Charter, relations with other nations, management and budgeting issues, deployment of forces for peace operations and invocation of Article IV declarations of war.

Deliberations are made by each delegation representing five permanent seats of the Founding Members and the five temporary seats elected from the membership of the Free World Alliance in accordance with Article IX of the Charter. In addition, any non-voting members of the Alliance may send one representative to the Council who can propose motions and report facts to the Council.

Any delegate may also request the formation of a committee or working group to deal with a particular issue, such as the planning for a military campaign, developing a diplomatic strategy, or submission of ammendments to the Charter.

The decision making process is outlined below:

All substantive issues concerning the Free World Alliance are made by the Governing Council, whose composition is described in Article IX of the Free World Alliance Charter.

All members are entitled to send a single representative to the Council.

Council meetings are chaired by the delegates from either of the two Founding Members, these being the Great Protectorate of FreeDemGov and the Unitary Technocracy of Etoile Arcture.

Any member may propose a motion to vote.

Votes by the Council authorise or reject motions. A simple majority is sufficient in most matters, except for Article IV declarations of war, which requires unanimity of the Council.

Executive Offices of the Free World Alliance

Each of the Executive Offices are responsible for implementation of various aspects of Alliance policy as decided by the Governing Council. Each office has a rotating presidency that lasts for 1 year (1 RL month)

The existing offices include:

High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy

The High Representative is the chief diplomatic envoy of the Alliance and is authorised to speak with the authority of the Alliance in matters of multilateral diplomacy and negotiations that have been agreed by the Governing Council.

Free World Alliance Rapid Reaction Force

The Rapid Reaction Force (RRF) is a multinational military force managed by the Free World Alliance itself. It has a Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) and Second-in-Command (S-in-C) who are drawn on a rotating basis from each of the member nations. The normal succession of command is that the next C-in-C acts as S-in-C to ensure continuity of leadership.

The RRF is not a standing army per se, instead consisting of units earmarked by each of the Member Nations to be mobilised on behalf of the Alliance when called upon to conduct an intervention, or training and joint military exercises. Contributions to the RRF are voluntary and not a requirement for continued membership of the Alliance.

In addition to the operating forces themselves, the Rapid Reaction Force may also call upon a Gendarmerie Force (Military Police) for security and stabilisation operations, and Special Forces (RRF-SF) who act as the "tip of the spear". The nation of the C-in-C typically contributes both during their tenure.

Free World Alliance Central Intelligence Agency

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) collects, evaluates, and disseminates vital information on political, military, economic, scientific, and other developments worldwide on behalf of the Alliance.

The Central Intelligence Agency is headed by a Director of Intelligence, who has a Deputy Director reporting to him. In addition to intelligence collection, the agency has responsibility for coordination between elements of intelligence or security services of foreign governments or international organizations on all matters involving intelligence acquired through clandestine means.

Free World Alliance International Police Agency

The International Police Agency (IPA) or "Interpol" is not a uniformed force and exists to facilitate international police cooperation among the Member States of the Alliance through the sharing of information. It is charged with investigating criminal and organised crime, narcotics production and drug smuggling, slavery and human trafficking, arms smuggling, counter terrorism, money laundering, child pornography, white-collar crime, computer crime, and corruption. It has bureaus in each Member State where it provides access to its massive database to local law enforcement agencies.

Office Holders of the Free World Alliance

The following is a provisional list of office holders current as of July 2007 and subject to change.

Joint Chair of the Free World Alliance: FreeDemGov
Joint Chair of the Free World Alliance: Etoile Arcture
Command-in-Chief of the Free World Alliance Rapid Reaction Forces: Damirez
Second-in-Command of the Free World Alliance Rapid Reaction Force: Googlewoop
Director of Intelligence of the Free World Alliance:
Deputy Director of Intelligence of the Free World Alliance:
High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy: Wilhelmsborough

OOC: First of all I would like to apologize for my prolonged absence. Second, High Represenative for Common Defense and Security should go to Wilhelmsborough. I am doubly sorry for the hurried nature of this response.

If there are any wars anyone needs help with, TG me, I missed a lot.

OOC: Good to see you back, FreeDemGov.

Short diplomatic communique

The delegate for Damirez has been mediating in Tatom. It is far from certain if he will achieve success. Both Damirez and Googlewoop have tried to bring peace to this shattered land, and are best placed to lead any FWA stabilisation force if one is required.

The Technocracy has also learned troubling news from the island of Alestra, a former Damirez possession that is home to 250,000 of our citizens. War has broken out and we are mobilising to mount an evacuation operation there.

The delegate for Wilhelmsborough has also transmitted over diplomatic back channels that Order of America and Urcea may be going to war again. The Technocracy's commitments in Cazelia and Alestra limit us for the time being, but we suggest the delegate for Wilhelmsborough seek authorisation from the Governing Council if he feels the situation may only be resolved by the threat or use of military force.

To: The Nations of The FWA
From: The OoA Ministry of Foreign Affairs

We Commend the FWA for there Efforts at Peace on a Global Basis, We also would like to personally thank this Alliance for its continued concern of Our Current Situation involving the CA and the Rebellious Nature of Insurgents in our Own Country. We would like to express our wish to Join your fine alliance, although we are aware that our current status is far below the Standards sat in your Charter for the FWA. We beleive that we will meet the Standards of your Alliance in the near future and are extremely Excited to apply. As Such we donate 820 Million USD to the Free World Alliance.

Best of Wishes to All FWA Members,
George Kong
Prime Ambassador of The OoA

OOC: Just for the hell of it...:D Lulz at my moding?

IC:

The Imperial Empire of Maldorians would like to join the Free World Alliance. It has come to our attention that we are only in one alliance; The Corporate Alliance. Despised by many, we need a more peaceful alliance not involving invading nations everyday. However, we will still remain in the CA.

-The Mandalore.
Supreme Ruler of Maldorians


EDIT2: Never mind. I have outlawed political freedoms. Disregard...XD

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Diplomatic Communiqué

From: Free World Alliance Governing Council
To: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Republic of The Order of America

We thank the delegate for the Order of America for their kind praise of our organisation. You are correct in your analysis that your current levels of civil, human and political rights as collated by the UN monitoring agencies fall short of the requirements to join this organisation. That being said, there is a recognition by those in the Alliance that in part this situation is the result of your nation only now emerging from a long and brutal period of warfare and occupation. As such, we hope that in the fullness of time your nation will be able to rebuild its democractic institutions and be able to improve the social and political conditions of its citizens, as well as the economic ones. When this occurs an application to join this organisation will be looked upon favourable.

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Diplomatic Communiqué

From: Free World Alliance Governing Council
To: The Imperial Empire of Maldorians

The delegate for the Maldorians is correct in their assessment that any attempt to join this organisation is most likely to be unsuccessful. While at the present times the policies of the Maldorians are incompatible with those of the Free World Alliance, we welcome any moves towards a less aggressive foreign policy as expressed by the Supreme Ruler of the Maldorians in regards to their dealings with other nations.

To: All NWA delegates
From: Emperor William Kennedy, Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire

First of all, I would like to thank the representative of FreeDemGov for appointing our nation to the position of High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy. As the head of this position, we promise to wield our authority with honor and justice.

But now that I have been given this authority, I must be forced to use it. Currently, the Order of America is once again locked in conflict with Urcea. Urceans are causing trouble in OoA lands, but the Urcean leadership claims that these people are rebels. The evidence however, is against the Urceans. It is the belief of both myself and a couple of other nations which shall remain anonymous, that Urcea is planning to regain control over its foe.

Now, I am not a reactionary leader. I do not jump into every cause which I feel is unjust. Whenever the Blackhelm Confederacy launched wars against oil-rich nations, I stayed out of those conflicts. Whenever the Kraven Corporation invaded nations with the aim of raping them for their resources, or using the women to breed new capital police, I stayed out of it. And when Strator constantly flaunted the fact that slavery existed in his nation, I just kept silent and stayed away from them.

It caused me great anger and pain when I realised that I couldn't (or wouldn't) do anything. There were times when I'd kick myself for being so goddamn cowardly that I couldn't at least step in and save innocent human lives. I ask you all: How does it feel when you realize that you could have made a difference, and yet you did nothing?

I have made these decisions many times. Many, many times.

But not today.

This nation, the Order of America, is suffering under the combined weight of the two Corporate Alliance nations Urcea and Maldorians. Their presence in OoA lands is crushing the government's ability to act in an independent manner. Their presence is tyrannical: it's been shown many times that when the OoA leadership objected to an Urcean course of action, the Urceans would launch attacks on the civilian infostructure.

These attacks are all designed to keep the Order of America on a short leash, and insure that they remain submissive.

Recently, the so-called Urcean "rebels" have mounted surprise offenses against OoA territories. The OoA military has responded in kind, leading the Urceans to rekindle their conflict against them.

Now, at this very moment, there is a truce on as representatives head to British Londinium for a peace conference. However I do not see any good coming out of this. The last time the OoA and the Urceans came to a peace deal, it was after the Urceans had bombed them back to the Stone Age. As part of the peace deal, they gave up New York City and parts of upstate New York.

And now, there is yet another peace conference. I must ask my fellow FWA members: what is the point? No good will come of this. The Urceans will stand to benefit. They're militarily and economically powerful, what will they lose that will have a negative impact. Meanwhile, the Order of America will continue to languish. They might at least get to keep their independence. But my friends, what is independence without dignity? What is independence without the right to forge your own future without somebody else holding the final approval?

My fellow Free World Alliance members, the Urceans must be expelled from the OoA. In turn, they should be replaced by a presence that will help guide their war-torn nation into a golden age of peace and prosperity. Given Urcea's and the OoA's history, I do not believe that the Urceans can do this, even if they do completely change face. There is simply too much bad blood and bitter memories.

And so, fellow delegates, I come to the point of this message: I would like to request the assistance of the Rapid Reaction Force. With the combined power of around five or six contributin nations, I believe that we can quash the Urcean/Maldorian military presence in the OoA once and for all. I do not believe that the two occupying forces could withstand an invasion of this magnitude while at the same time dealing with a determined local insurgency.

Even without the Rapid Reaction Force, I have amassed a sizable military force, and have gained the support of some allies in this fight. But personally, I believe that the time has come to show the world what the Free World Alliance is all about. And the best way to do that is to come to the assistance of a nation and a people in need. Remember when we talked about how our decisons will affect the way in which the world looks upon us? Well this is one of those times. If this alliance comes to the Order of America's aid, then we will be seen as a group willing the stand up for what's right. But if we let this opportunity side...

Well then, we'll just be seen as apathetic and indifferent. An organization which is all talk and no action. Many alliances have traveled down that path before. Are we going to follow such a path?

Talk it over. I will expect your response soon.

Signed,

William Kennedy, Emperor
Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire
Crimean Peninsula
Yalta

ICCD is being threatened with war

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=12931806&posted=1#post12931806

ICCD requests total dedication to it's interest's defence for the freedom of the people of the administered area - security from yet another foreign occupation - and war and blood shed for no needed reason other than Imperialism.

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Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Attention, All Memeber of the Free World Alliance

My fellow delegates.

The Technocracy had sincerely hoped following the creation of the joint coalition authority the multinational reconstruction efforts there would have by now come to a satisfactory conclusion and that Cazelia would be able to regain full sovereignty upon all her territory. The reports of Cazelian aggression, and the continued adminstration of some of her lands comes as worrying news to us. We ask the delegate for ICCD to submit an intelligence report on the current situation so as to better inform the Governing Council.

The news brought to use by the delegate for the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire on events in the Order of America also greatly troubles us, and we similarly ask for intelligence on the situation and parties involve as to inform the Governing Council's deliberations. The General Secretariat share with Emperor William Kennedy the frustration felt whenever witnessesing such abuses. The Technocracy found itself in a similarly position as a powerless bystander to the Maldorian invasion of Gens Romae. The agression of Maldorians and the Urceans may be well known to many of us around this table, and I therefore ask the General Council to consider Emperor William Kennedy's motion for use of the Rapid Reaction Force to resolve if diplomacy and other forms of pressure fail.

To: Members of the FWA.
From: Foreign Minister of the Principality of Damirez Emilian Davout.
Subject: Recent affairs.

It is troubling for our government to see the tell tale signs of imperialistic aggression taking place around the globe. Even more so when it involves countries that have done it before. The fact that members of the FWA are involved in these situations is not doing anything to make us feel better.

In regards to the situation in Cazelia, we would like to remember the delegate of ICCD that one of our task forces is still in the area and should the need arise, although recent developments make us optimistic in regards to that, our troops are instructed to assist our fellow ally. We also recommend caution in dealing with Tartarystan as recent developments make us wary of their intentions.

The situation in Order of America is also troubling. We fail to understand the need for continued conflict against this country that Urcea and Maldorians seem to have. Nonetheless we require more information before we commit any significant resources to deal with this development.

Best regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.

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"Third legion reporting! Ready to go!"
"The Fourtheen reporting! Ready to go!"
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"Twenty reporting! Ready to go!"

Music to the ears. This was how general Belisarius interpreted the reports of the legions assigned by The Principality to the RRF. Nothing was certain yet, but he knew that he had to be ready. It wouldn't do for the RRF to be needed and him not to be prepared. Beyond anything else, he was a soldiers and this was what kept him going. He would have time another day to mourn his lost sister. Now he had to be ready, any moment now orders could be delivered and the troops under his command urged to act.

He was ready.


OOC: Cazelia just keeps getting invaded all the time. Amusing really.

The Peace Conference Has Failed. The Urcean Rebels March on The OoA Capitol

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Encrypted Diplomatic Communiqué - Attention, All Memeber of the Free World Alliance

My fellow delegates.

The Technocracy had sincerely hoped following the creation of the joint coalition authority the multinational reconstruction efforts there would have by now come to a satisfactory conclusion and that Cazelia would be able to regain full sovereignty upon all her territory. The reports of Cazelian aggression, and the continued adminstration of some of her lands comes as worrying news to us. We ask the delegate for ICCD to submit an intelligence report on the current situation so as to better inform the Governing Council.

The news brought to use by the delegate for the Wilhelm-Hatarian Empire on events in the Order of America also greatly troubles us, and we similarly ask for intelligence on the situation and parties involve as to inform the Governing Council's deliberations. The General Secretariat share with Emperor William Kennedy the frustration felt whenever witnessesing such abuses. The Technocracy found itself in a similarly position as a powerless bystander to the Maldorian invasion of Gens Romae. The agression of Maldorians and the Urceans may be well known to many of us around this table, and I therefore ask the General Council to consider Emperor William Kennedy's motion for use of the Rapid Reaction Force to resolve if diplomacy and other forms of pressure fail.


OOC: this is a non issue now as vetalia has made a closed RP which throws off any consistency of the thread and has locked me out of it, so basically it has become an ignore situation. As I'm not being allowed to be involved OR the actual timeline has been "sidetracked" because a seperate reality has formed, yet to be determined consistent or not but eitherway it has gone to freeform hell. People are either occupied or I have been locked out of the actual timeline as just said.

Delegates of the Free World Alliance,

We, the Government of Hamturwinske, are interested in membership in your organization. We have read through your charter, and agree with your principles on freedom. We believe that membership in the Alliance will be greatly benificial.

With great respect,

J. A. Erwin
President of Hamturwinske

From: Prince Emilian Davout.
To: FWA delegates.
Subject: Hamturwinske application.

Our government supports the application of the nation of Hamturwinske.

Best regards,
Prince Emilian Davout.


OOC:Free World Alliance (http://z11.invisionfree.com/Free_World_Alliance/index.php?act=idx)

Link to the alliance forum.

Alfegos Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Our government wishes to join the Free World Alliance. We have read the rules set in the charter, and agree to abide by them.

If we enter the alliance, we wish to donate $1 billion dollars to the international fund, and will support the rapid strike team by the use of 100 land based cruise missiles, 20 ICBMs and 16 SLBMs.

We hope we are able to join this alliance.

Signed,
President A. Darel
President A. Darel
President of the People's Republic of Alfegos

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Open Diplomatic Communiqué - Attention, Member Nations of the Free World Alliance

My fellow delegates.

It gives me great pleasure in my capacity as co-founder of the Alliance to announce the admitance of two new nations to the Free World Alliance: the Liberal Republic of Hamturwinske and the People's Republic of Alfegos.

In accordance with the charter your articles of ratifications have been depositing with the Diplomatic Directorate of the Unitary Technocracy and you may now take your seats on the Governing Council and take part in Alliance business.

In other Alliance business, I wish to direct all delegates to the new encrypted communications channel provided by the Principality of Damirez on http://z11.invisionfree.com/Free_World_Alliance/index.php? that is now available to all members for conducting of the Alliance's internal business.

Specifications of the Weaponry donated to the Free World Alliance:
Cruise Missiles:
50 Tomahawks (All can be fitted with nuclear warheads)
40 AF - 74 Mid - Range Missiles
10 AF - 74C Non-lethal chemical dispersion Varient

ICBMS:
10 Minuteman VIIs
5 Nemisis IIIs
5 Helios II MIRVs
All nuclear armed

SLBMs:
2 Trident VIs
5 Erebus Is (Nuclear armed)
1 Erebus IC (Non-lethal chemical dispersion varient)


All C varients are loaded with BZ or CR gas, to cause non-lethal incapacitation of the enemy.

Alfegos gives permission to the joint heads of the alliance to launch any of these allocated missiles when deemed necessary.

Also i could be head of religon and internal affairs. i am that in my home region. plz tell me yes or no.

.:Bump:.

Alfegos wishes to donate $1 000 000 000 to the FWA fund. May it be used for good purposes.

Zoingo wishes to join, allthough are civil rights is rated average, we have just answered an issue that hopefuly will raise our civil rights to good.

Zoingo wishes to join, allthough are civil rights is rated average, we have just answered an issue that hopefuly will raise our civil rights to good.

From: Emilian Davout, Foreign Minister
To: Fellow Delegates of the FWA
Subject: Zoingo application

Our nation would like to support this application as our observers report significant progress in the direction of improving Civil Rights in Zoingo.

Best Regards,
Emilian Davout.

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Official Diplomatic Communiqué

We also support and encourage the efforts being made by the nation of Zoingo to meet the criteria for membership of the Free World Alliance. We hope to very soon open negotiations for membership once levels of civil rights have reached internationally recognised levels.