Because they're developing in a way we like- towards a more egalitarian and civilized society such the USA.
Is that a real word or a typo?
If Denmark-Norway is as NPC as the front page says it is, then I'd like to take it.
From: Qing China
To: Kingdom of Portugal
So in other words you will not withdraw, correct?
From: Qing China
To: Kingdom of Portugal
The Emperor does not recognise your King's claim. If this senseless behaviour continues then he shall strip your King of the Portuguese Royal Title.
From: Qing China
To: Usurperate of Portugal
The archives contain many examples of similar actions. The Emperor is, after all, the supreme ruler of all that is under Heaven, and we have strong reasons to believe that Portugal is indeed located under Heaven; therefore the King of Portugal is a delegate of the Emperor within Portugal. His actions have cleraly shown that he is unworthy of such honour and incapable of bearing such responsibility. Therefore from now on his royal title is considered revoked.
From: Qing China
To: Usurperate of Portugal
Your continued use of the Portuguese royal title shall not taken lightly. It shall be restored to you if your troops begin withdrawing from Siam and Annam immediately, however.
Otherwise the Emperor shall lose patience with your behaviour and commence the Grand Pirate-Expelling Campaign.