Mathalamus
Emperor of Mathalia
Due to related heritage - as the Marian Federation traces its roots back to Rome, totally not for propaganda purposes - the President of the Federation, in his role as head of state, would like to propose a free trade agreement with the Byzantines, who are also the only other civilized state - currently - on the Mediterranean.
As the successors of Rome and the two current states on the Mediterranean to emerge from the global anarchy, it is important that at least trading relations be established.
we would be glad to trade with Rome. consider it done.