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The Atlantican Union: (MT|Regional Alliance|Open)

Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 01:40
OOC: This alliance is for members of Europa Atlantica, the region, which still has land available. This is also the first draft of the charter, written by myself and based upon Dutchy's excellent work. Please feel free to comment, although I'd like to ask the NOP not to post too much. Comments from nations outwith EA and nations who wish to become spectators are also welcome. Thanks!


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"In varietate concordia"

Background:
In its past, the graceful and peaceful region of Europa Atlantica has housed a variety of culturally and politically diverse states co inhabiting the region in equality, the need for greater factions unheard of. By February, 2008, Europa Atlantica's east is held in the firm grasp of the New Oslo Pact. Gradually, the NOP progresses west under its Red leadership binding its states into effectively one military superpower. It soon becomes apparent that the previous equilibrium of the region is lost, and a peaceful alternative to the NOP is sought by many concerned states. It is in this time that the remaining Sovereign Nations of Europa Atlantica from the core to the far west of the region band together in a momentous declaration of unity in the face of adversity. Thus, the Atlantican Union was formed.

Preamble:
"In order to better preserve the sovereignty of each unified state of Europa Atlantica, in order to stand against those to our east who wish to oppress our potential, in order to ensure the prosperity of Europa Atlantca's many allied states, we hereby adhere to the charter of The Atlantican Union of Sovereign Nations.

Article One
"Terms of Admittance to the Atlantican Union of Sovereign Nations"
❖All prospective signatories must inhabit the region officially recognized as Europa Atlantica.
❖All prospective signatories must be completely independent of the New Oslo Pact, although ex-NOP states are permitted to apply for membership.
❖All applicants must adhere to the Charter of the Atlantican Union.
❖All applicants must be in a state of relative stability in order to best preserve the goals of the union.
❖All applicants must recognize each member-state as an equal sovereign nation co-inhabiting Europa Atlantica in peace.
❖Each member state will be required to house an office of the Atlantican Union for diplomatic and administrative purposes in their political capital, which is to funded by said nation.

Article Two
"Council of the Union"
Verse One
In the spirit of further maintaining the sovereignty and equality of all member states, "The Council of the Union" is hereby free from pre-determined domination by founding nations, recognizing each state's vote as equal among others.

Verse Two
All Europa Atlantican applicants may be automatically admitted to the union should their admittance not be contested by any member state. Should their application to the council be contested, the following procedures for engaging in vote should be initiated.

Verse Three
The "Council of the Union" will retain power over all of the AU's major decisions, through a democratic vote over a 24 hour period. Motions which are successful will require a vote of no less than 2/3's to pass.

Verse Four
The sovereign provinces of member states of the Union will not be granted an independent vote unless said state co-inhabits Europa Atlantica. Should said protectorate or colony be extra-Atlantican then their vote shall be represented by the ruling state.

Article Three
"An Alliance of Iron"
Verse One
All member states are to refrain from inter-AU aggression. Any inter-AU disputes must be settled through diplomatic discourse and, failing that, through a meeting of council. Should any state resort to violence or overly-aggressive economic, domestic or political tactics in order to undermine their AU brother(s), the remainder of the AU is charged with the immediate re-administration of the offending state.

Verse Two
All nations are encouraged to commit their armed forces to continued and precise communication with other AU forces in the spirit of strategic clarity and victory. No member states shall be required to house any foreign military personnel on domestic soil, nor are they required to commit soldiers to any sort of rapid reaction force. Said force may be organized as an expeditionary force however command is ultimately reserved to the original nations.

Verse Three
All AU Nations reserve the right for first strike tactics against enemy states, providing opposition to said tactic is not voiced by another member state. Should said member state oppose said tactic, the "Council of the Union" is charged with vote to determine the course of action to be taken by the instigator of the conflict. Similarly, should the "Council of the Union" vote in favour of the action, the following will apply: Any approved first-strike tactic is to be supported by all member nations regardless of the circumstances. The unjust invasion of any third party is fully accepted politically (not necessarily militarily) providing the third party nation does not respect inter-Atlantican sovereignty.

Verse Four
Any attack on an AU nation is to be considered a declaration of war against every single AU nation. All AU nations are expected to follow their fellow members into battle to defend any AU member to their fullest extent. Exception is to be granted at the will of the defending Union state, who may decide whether or not said aid is required.

Verse Five
The entirety of the Atlantican Union must fully support the expansion of the alliance within Europa Atlantica. Each member state must be committed to the pacification of all states hostile to the AU, with the ultimate goal of becoming a significant power bloc within Europa Atlantica, in the interest of providing her member states with the highest degree of stability, cooperation and peace.

Verse Six
Any action of unprovoked deployment of weapons of mass destruction, genocide, or any other form of mass targeting of civilians without prior Council approval will subjugate the offending state to vote by the council over their continued status as a member.

Verse Seven
Because of the variety of laws and customs throughout the AU, any citizen of a Union nation who breaches either domestic or international law must be subjugated to the nation in question's judicial system. All member states must actively participate in the identification and arrest of all Terrorists or enemies of the state where upon they will be transported back to the source of their offence. When concerning an Atlantican-wide breach of law then the ultimate command of the situation should be delegated by a council of Atlantican representatives.

Verse Eight
Each member state is required to cooperate fully with all other Atlantican Union members in the arena of international intelligence. Any agency that discovers information of relevance and/or importance to any other Imperial member must make said information known to the Council as a whole immediately.

Article Four
"Of Commerce and Prosperity"
Verse One
In the spirit of encouraging inter-Atlantican commerce, no member-state is to hold a greater trade tariff against another member state than extra-Atlantican Union exportation tariffs. In accordance of said spirit, no Union member is to hold a tariff on importation of more than 5% towards other member states.

Verse Two
Concerning the greatest exports of Europa Atlantica, in order to safeguard Atlantican interests both individually and collectively, unnecessary fluctuation's in key industrial exportations must be avoided to ensure the stabilization of prices, thus providing each member-state with the highest profit attainable. Key industries in question prone to instability or inter-AU economic aggression must be coordinated by a relevant sub-committee of the Union including all members of the industry concerned.

Verse Three
Via any form of synthetic or natural disaster, all member states are expected to significantly aid any other member nation whom is in a state of economic crisis. Said crisis include but are not limited to: Natural disaster, war, reparations of conflict, economic depression, drought, famine and internal destabilization. Monetary and military aid are expected, however more direct methods such as labour, relief workers, food, or medical supplies is also encouraged.

Verse Four
Recognition of the rights of any AU citizen in possession of an AU to move freely within the Union is highly encouraged. In the event that such an agreement between states is unattainable, an advanced Visa program is compulsory where upon all Atlantican Union visas will be addressed and granted at an accelerated pace from that of others. All inter-Imperial Visas must be granted at a significantly accelerated rate over that of a non-Commonwealth member. The Union understands, however, that the completely free movement of goods within the Union is impractical when concerning the variety of customs, cultures and laws that inhabit the region.

Verse Five
No member state is to be permitted to enact an embargo of trade against another without approval granted by the Council with vote.

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Motto that of the EU, reading "United in Diversity".
Emblem from the Portuguese EU Presidency insignia of 2007.
Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 01:40
SIGNATORIES (of the charter of the Atlantican Union of Sovereign Nations, bound by treaty):

New Pictavia
Torvque (Under Pictish Authority)
West Scandia
Binaria
Anselmus
Benelux
Calizorinstan
Hectonia

SUPPORTERS (unbound but of spirit, friendship and steadfast resolve):

Dundonian
Akimonad
Kirav
West Scandia
28-02-2008, 01:44
Despite our usual adversity towards multinational alliances, we of West Scandia feel that, with growing turmoil in the lands and waters of Europa Atlantica, it would be in our best itnerests to join the Atlantican Union.
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 01:58
I'm not sure about Verse Five, Article Three. That implies that both the NOP and AU are on a irreversible collision course of death and destruction. I'm not sure elimination of the NOP should be one of the AU's goals. Rather, we stand together when attacked, but we must certainly not provoke any confrontation.
Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 02:14
Anselmus: Revised to sound less aggressive. Was intended to motivate members to ensure the alliance expands successfully against its greatest rival, after all if the alliance were to become outnumbered by say, two-to-on, it would be at a significant strategic disadvantage.

Yani: Once again, it is IC.
Yanitaria
28-02-2008, 02:16
One by one, smaller eastern states are subdued into the NOP's empire,

OOC: Says the leader of the Silver Imperium. Picts, TGs (after I post this and write one, that is)

IC: The New Oslo Pact has never forced a state to join our alliance (or threatened them by force of arms, unlike some nations that could be listed), does not support any particular economic theory, and certainly is not an enemy of the Atlantican Union.

We will let the nations of Europa Atlantica see who the true aggressors are. Until then, we will fulfill our charter, defending our members against aggressors from the outside.

Pictish aggressiveness has turned what would have been the United Nations of Europa Atlantica into just a pawn meant to further it's own objectives.
1010102
28-02-2008, 02:19
The Binarian Empire shall join the Atlantican Union. It is the interest of all nations to prevent the spread of the tryanical New Olso Pact.
Yanitaria
28-02-2008, 02:37
Anselmus: Revised to sound less aggressive. Was intended to motivate members to ensure the alliance expands successfully against its greatest rival, after all if the alliance were to become outnumbered by say, two-to-on, it would be at a significant strategic disadvantage.

Yani: Once again, it is IC.

OOC: The SI and the charter are both IC. It was just a rib at the AU.
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 03:27
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To the Nations of the Atlantican Union:

On behalf of the Holy Empire of Anselmus, I am pleased to inform you that a resolution proposing Anselmus's joining the Atlantican Union has passed both Houses of the Anselmian Senate. We therefore sign the charter of this great organization. We welcome the newly-strengthened ties, both military and economic, with our illustrious neighbors.

Sincerely,
Gregory Clancy
Anselmian Minister of Foreign Affairs
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 07:03
Because the Anselmian government believes to be Verse Five of Article Three of the AU charter to be excessively aggressive, it proposes that said offending article be struck entirely from the charter. Pending this amendment to the charter, Anselmus withdraws its signature. Once the nature of the AU is defined as mostly economic and defensive whenever military is concerned, the government will reconsider the withholding of signature.
Dundonian
28-02-2008, 10:52
The Office of the President of Dundonian, Formed 1862.

My fellow Nations

The Republic of Dundonian (currently sponsored by IRN BRU) would like to add its signature to the treaty. It is in our interests that world stability and prosperity are maintained and we believe this treaty does this.

You have our support,

His Excellency, The President of Dundonain,
Mr Jimmy mcRobertson, currently sponsored by IRN BRU

A short version of the above message will appear in our native language, Dundonian, as required by our laws.


Hullo there!

Wir wi ya folks, wir wi ya. Thi treety is pure dead brilliant like! Coont us in!

Cheers
Jimmy mcRobertson (tha noo sposurred beh IRN BRU)
Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 14:00
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Official Diplomatic Communiqué
The Imperial Republic of New Pictavia
Encryption: Secure Channel.
To: Dundonian
Subject: RE: Dundonian Support
Date: 28/02/2008

Message: Greetings friend. We are pleased that you have shown an interest in the Atlantican Union. However, the alliance is for members of the region "Europa Atlantica", regardless Dundonian has been added as a "Supporter". In light of your support, we wish to open diplomatic relations with Dundonian immediately.

Thank you.


[Enclosed is a translation in Dundonian, as somehow we can also speak it]

"Awricht ye baw heeds? Fair glad ye pure geezed ah shout big man! But naw, sfair oor regional folk ainly, buh sheerly yi cahn be ah supporter. Gonnay cum ayver fae bevvie after?

Aye, cheers anyhoo pal."

Regards,
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Eógan Sol, Councillor of New Pictavia,
In representation of Consul Gaius Kadesh of New Pictavia.
Oily prata
28-02-2008, 14:23
OOC: Nice work on the charter, Picts.
IC:

We Detest this alliance and do not recognise it.
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 16:10
OK, the charter's fine now. We join again.
The House of Boothby
28-02-2008, 17:21
To: The member states of the AU
Subject: Falsities and Deception

The House of Boothby formally denounces the formation of the AU as it is an act of open aggression towards the sovereign states comprising the NOP. Furthermore, it is the belief of the HOB that the founding of the AU is another step by the tyrannical New Pictavian government to sequester and control all political, military, and economic power within EA.

Our views are evidenced by the fact that previous to our joining the NOP, the New Pictavian government had threatened on multiple occasions to invade and occupy our nation, with the express threat of executing our governmental officials. Ultimately the "35 billion" threat of the SI drove us, a diminutive and peaceful nation to join the NOP for protection.

If there is any "power bloc" that needs to be checked it is the "35 billion" strong SI. Comparatively the NOP is small, does not openly threaten non members, and does not require protectorate status.

Please, fellow EA nations, look at the motivations behind the founding of the SI and the AU and see the truth, the truth that New Pactavia is not telling you, but is plainly before your eyes.

Hopeful and Sincerely,
Thomas Christopher Clark Boothby
Hereditary Ruler of the House of Boothby
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 19:16
Friend Boothby,

Will you please elaborate on these alleged threats against you? Clearly these events occurred before we came to the region and thus we are unaware.
The House of Boothby
28-02-2008, 19:23
To: Anselmus
Subject: Pictish Threats

Certainly. Before the HOB was a member of any alliance New Pictavia contacted our administration informing us that if we did not join with the SI that in the up coming war we would be invaded and our land sequestered. This was before we were ever members of the NOP.

Secondly, via Pictish new feed the government of New Pictavia declared that it would invade all NOP nations and execute their leaders. The second, longer scenario is that of the NOP states being conquered and occupied one by one, with the expected execution of their leaders following.


As a small, peaceful nation, that has never brought war to anyone, you can image our shock and distress at the aggressive nature of the SI and New Pictavia. It is with this history that we view the AU as a threat to us and all of Europa Atlantica.

-Thomas Christopher Clark Boothby
Calizorinstan
28-02-2008, 19:24
IC:

From the Desk of President Macked:

We have reviewed the interests of this alliance, and we have decided to join this alliance, so that we may grow closer to the other nations in this alliance.

Signed,

President Macked
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 19:48
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Thank you for your explanation. These newly uncovered facts certainly raise some concerns among our government leaders about the nature of the SI, New Pictavia, and the Atlantican Union. That having been said, we shall wait to pass judgment until a response is received from New Pictavia herself.

The Rt. Hon. Ryan Schrader
Prime Minister
Holy Empire of Anselmus
Dutch-Ruled Benelux
28-02-2008, 21:55
OOC:

Whoa, there NP. I thought we were going to save it for later. Oh well, I suppose the cat is out of the bag. When we have certain members (yay! Calzorinstan signed!) then we will hold the treaty signing in Brussels, preferably.

*Adds Oily Prata and House of Boothby to 'Enemies of the Crown' list*

IC:

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To New Pictavia,

While we hoped that you would hold our treaty until a later date, we cannot refuse to sign the Treaty Of Brussels establishing the Atlantican Union as I wish to call it. I propose to invite all signatory states to a signing ceremony in South Palace, my home in Brussels.

We also recognize any state that shall not recognize this treaty and apparently detests it as enemies of the crown.

HRMH, Willem VI
Hectonia
28-02-2008, 22:08
His Highness Emperor Philip believes that it would serve in the Hectonias best intrests to join the AU
Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 22:23
OOC: Guys, I don't mind a few posts with your opinions and obviously stance coming into it, but as I have said in the fist post not the entire NOP coming in to say "don't join its bad!!!!". Thanks.
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Official Diplomatic Communiqué
The Imperial Republic of New Pictavia
Encryption: Secure Channel.
To: Dundonian
Subject: RE: Dundonian Support
Date: 28/02/2008

Message: All Atlantican applications are, of course, accepted.

Regards,
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Eógan Sol, Councillor of New Pictavia,
In representation of Consul Gaius Kadesh of New Pictavia.
Anselmus
28-02-2008, 22:35
New Pictavia, is it true that you threatened hostile action against a neutral nation, the House of Boothby, if they did not align themselves with you in a conflict which did not pertain to them? If so, are there plans for such a threat to be made again or even carried out?
Dutch-Ruled Benelux
28-02-2008, 22:37
While we are essentially Dutch-Ruled Benelux, we kindly ask that members of the international community not refer to us as such. It could end up with my head off my shoulders. Thank you.

This Message Brought to You by the Dutch Citizens' Appreciation for a King who isn't Decapitated.
Nova Pictavia
28-02-2008, 22:49
New Pictavia, is it true that you threatened hostile action against a neutral nation, the House of Boothby, if they did not align themselves with you in a conflict which did not pertain to them? If so, are there plans for such a threat to be made again or even carried out?

I sent you a TG a wee while ago. Also, I have no intentions for war. In fact, I would like the AU to prosper through peaceful methods, as the reviewed charter leans t'ward. As such, I will post a news story shortly in that spirit.
Nova Pictavia
05-03-2008, 02:11
Attention all AU members: A vote on current AU-NOP policy is being held in the AU Sub-forum on the regional message boards.
Akimonad
05-03-2008, 03:06
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Declaration in Support of the Atlantican Union

The Autocratic Federated Empire hereby declares its full support, economically, politically and militarily, of the Atlantican Union. The goals of the AU are similar to the goals of the Empire, and therefore we find it best to align ourselves with the AU and assist them in all ways possible.

It is therefore declared that:

(1) An attack upon any AU nation will be interpreted as a hostile action against Akimonad, and will be responded to as such.

(2) Akimonad shall provide aid to AU nations when necessary.

(3) An Akimonadi base will be established in New Pictavia, with a reciprocal base established on the Akimonadi colony of Ytterbia.

(4) Akimonad and the AU will participate in periodic joint exercises in Europa Atlantica.

~Dr. Jules Hodz,
Lord Protector
Stoklomolvi
05-03-2008, 03:21
[OOC: NP said, "This alliance is for members of Europa Atlantica, the region..." Also, nice letterhead :p .]
Akimonad
05-03-2008, 03:21
[OOC: NP said, "This alliance is for members of Europa Atlantica, the region..." Also, nice letterhead :p .]

I'm not applying, I'm supporting. :p
Stoklomolvi
05-03-2008, 03:42
[OOC: I see...but still, it's for EA...]
Nova Pictavia
05-03-2008, 18:33
[OOC: I see...but still, it's for EA...]

No, we list supporters of the Union as well, as you will see "Dundonian" was added as.


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Official Diplomatic Communiqué
The Imperial Republic of New Pictavia
Encryption: Open Broadcast.
To: Dr. Jules Hodz, Lord Protector of The Autocratic Federated Empire of Akimonad.
Subject: RE: Declaration in Support of the Atlantican Union.
Date: 05/03/2008

Message: New Pictavia openly welcomes all support offered to the Union from all extra-Atlantican states, and we are honoured that the Akimonadi see fit to protect the sovereignty of this most graceful alliance against any foe we may face. In return for the promise of Pictish Imperials residing within Ytterbia, we will immediately review suitable locations to house Akimonadi personnel within the Imperial Republic, to be communicated to our allies at a later date via a secure channel [IRC].

Warm regards,
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Eógan Sol, Councillor of Extra-Imperial Communications,
In representation of Consul Gaius Kadesh of New Pictavia.
Akimonad
05-03-2008, 21:37
we will immediately review suitable locations to house Akimonadi personnel within the Imperial Republic, to be communicated to our allies at a later date via a secure channel [IRC].
OOC: I'm online now.
Nova Pictavia
05-03-2008, 22:35
OOC As am I. :p
Dutch-Ruled Benelux
05-03-2008, 22:39
OOC: I'm on too :D. We should use a whole intricate set of secure channel AU communications (SCAUC)
Miamoria
08-03-2008, 02:34
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Sorry for the delay on my behalf on not choosing my side on this issue earlier. I would be glad to joing the AU and support any military actions that the alliance takes up telegram me if emergency

Sincerely,

HIMH
Emperor Miamorga
By the Grace of God, of Miamoria and East Ireland Emperor, Keeper of the faith and Defender of the people.
Nova Pictavia
08-03-2008, 14:57
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Official Diplomatic Communiqué
The Imperial Republic of New Pictavia
Encryption: Open Declaration
To: Miamoria
Subject: Admission into the Atlantican Union
Date: 08/03/2008

Message: We are glad that our southern neighbour has decided to join the union. May we all prosper accordingly.

Regards,
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Eógan Sol, Councillor of Extra-Imperial Communications,
In representation of Consul Gaius Kadesh of New Pictavia.
Kirav
25-03-2008, 15:57
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Kiravian Empire

Permissum Astrum Subleuco

Imperial Secriat of State

Atlantican Relations Office

The Kiravian Empire now announces its official support and endorsement of the Atlantican Union and its policies within Europa Atlantica. We would also like to open trade relations with the AU states, as well as political and military cooperation between the Atlantican Union and the Empire.