INES II: Gone is the Old Guard

[Nuka-sama]

shh Charles, I'm enjoying this too much

 

[Karalysia]

To Northern Collectives, Alaska, Quebec
From FEAR

Given we four are the only Arctic nations, we propose that we collaborate on opening up the ice-ridden northern regions. Opening up the Northern sea route and the Northwest passage would greatly cut the time to travel between Europe and Asia, and increase trade in our area. Compare the distance:





Clearly the Northern route is far shorter. We propose that we each develop a fleet of ice-breakers that will keep the route free of ice year round.

 

[Commando_34]

We of the Northern Collective have a fleet of maritime Ive breakers stationed in Vladivostok working year long to open our trade ways.

 

[Imago]

2/27 orders in.

EDIT: Also, if your nation is part of the Chicago Pact, see the Chicago Pact thread for a new and important proposal.

 

[Agent 89]

To Morraco
From The Oceanian Confederation

We would like for our two countreis to have a tech, and military pact.

We would ask that in the future, Oceania have a little more sense in choosing who to ally with, and communicate with their allies in the Chicago Pact before they go around offering to share our technology.

 

[Karalysia]

Public Service Announcement

The nation mourns the passing of First Lady Lyudmila Aleksandrovna Putina wife of our beloved Father First Citizen Putin.

She was involved in a fatal head on car accident. Despite being rushed to the hospital she succumbed to her injuries in the early hours of the morning. She leaves behind two daughters Maria and Yekaterina as well as her husband Comrade Putin.

It is believed that person driving the car that collided with her suffered only minor injuries. He was treated and then taken in by the KGB for questioning. It is believed that he is an agent of the capitalist nation who was attempting to assassinate our beloved Father but in typical capitalist manner mistakenly killed his wife. Once he is fully interrogated it will be ascertained who has sent him. First Citizen Putin has sworn that he will uncover who is responsible for his wife's murder and that his vengence will be both swift and terrible.

Today has been declared a national day of mourning and remembrance in First Lady Lyudmila's honor.

 

[Imago]

4/27 orders in.

 

[Terrance888]

OOC: Oh dear, an alibi for a Chicagoist V.S. Comintern war!

 

[TerrisH]

OOC: unless the china situation deteriorates, I can't really see such a war happening quite yet. not for a year or two. the difference in power between them is to close, and it would more then likely devestate both. a few more years, and I can see both attacking each other, our of fear of the diffrence becoming to great, or confident in achieving victory.

 

[TheLizardKing]

To: The Far Eastern Repulic
From: The Kingdom of Morocco

My people, and me, would like to offer our sincerest apologies, to the nation of The Far Eastern Republic, and Comrade Putin, for their recent loss. A moment of silence ans prayer, and a day of mourning was put into effect on that day. Our best regards.

~The King of Morocco

To: The World
From: The Kingdom of Morocco

Finally, a flag for all to salute.

EDIT: FLAG OUT DATED.

 

[germanicus12]

After 10 years of stabilizing rule over the Western States, the State of Deseret is now announcing a small change in Government: (OOC: In other words, after extensive research of the LDS Church and their policies versus American acceptance and mindset. Finally reaching this compromise.)

President: President of the LDS Church (Head of State) Holds office until death, is only elected by secession. (Whoever is President of the Elders Quorum (?) becomes new President. (OOC: I think this is how it goes in the LDS Church... ))
Prime Minister: Elected Leader of the people, works with the President to rule the state. (newly created office, Vice Head of State.) Prime Minister holds office for 4 years, in which case he/she then runs for office again, or leaves the office. This office is open to all citizens of Deseret, all races, all religions.
Secretary of State: Manages the state, domestic and International issues, is picked by the Prime Minister and approved by the President and Congress.
Secretary of Defense: Manages the Armed Forces of Deseret, is picked by the Prime Minister and is approved by the President and Congress.
Other Secretaries will be picked by the Prime Minister and approved by the President and Congress.

To counter the President's and Prime Minister's power lies the Congress. These gentlemen are elected by the states and regions of Deseret to serve for 6 years. Congressmen discuss new laws, approve Secretaries, holds the power to declare war, and basically has the same powers as the former US Congress. This likewise is also open to all citizens, regardless of race or religion.

Finally, the Judicial System, the Deseret Supreme Court is the only institute that determines right from wrong. Much to the dismay of the LDS Church who would rather leave it in the hands of the Church and God, but the common people clamored for a Judicial System similar to the US Supreme Court and the religious leaders backed down. The court is run by 7 men, or women, 3 from the LDS Church, and 4 from the Court System, whether it be Lawyers, Judges or other fine member of the BAR.

This new government proposal is expected to be passed through Congress this week for approval. The President has already given it his seal of approval and expects a speedy vote of approval by Congress.

The new offices expected to be included and opened upon completion of the bill:

Prime Minister, as well as Vice Prime Minister and 2 secretaries.
7 seats in the Judicial System, as well as assistants and secretaries.
50 New seats for Congressmen/women.

New Buildings expected to begin construction:

Supreme Court, on the intersection of Temple and State.
Expansion of the Assembly Hall, which will be renamed, House of Congress.

A new wing will be prepared in the State Capitol Building in Salt Lake City for the Prime Minister, opposite from the President's wing.


A spokesperson from the Church had this to say concerning the new Bill:

President Hinckley is very pleased to see this Bill go into effect, it is great push for democracy in our State. He is also pleased to see his Church supporting the Bill, even though the Church may lose quite a bit of power in this new regime, even if the President is still Head of State, most of the power rests with Congress. President Hinckley also hopes this new regime will appease the OLF rebels who desires a democracy. The President also wishes to assure the people that even though the top of the government may be changing, the state level governments will remain the same as it did before. The country will roll on as if nothing is happening. Thank you.

 

[TheLizardKing]

To: The State of Deseret
From: The Kingdom of Morocco

We are pleased to hear about your successful governmental transitions. If Morocco may be of any help, feel free to ask.

~The Kingdom of Morocco

 

[bestrfcplayer]

To FEAR
From Oceania

Please do not take this as an aliby to start World War 3. We even though were democratic, we will morn the loss of the First Lady. May this be a way for peace, not war.

 

[Crezth]

OOC: Note to self: destroy Gilead ferociously.

 

[germanicus12]

OOC: Note to self: destroy Gilead ferociously.

What/Who is this "Gilead"? It is not in any of my sources... other than the mention of a location in Israel.

 

[Crezth]

What/Who is this "Gilead"? It is not in any of my sources... other than the mention of a location in Israel.

OOC: Papa what's a 'litrarary illusion?'

 

[Shadowbound]

OOC: I am pleased to share a continent with two regimes that are disliked more than my French ethnocentric government.

 

[Anonymoose]

He's talking about Stephen King's gunslinger, who was from the city of Gilead. You can't deny it.
Crezth is the Crimson King...

 

[TheLizardKing]

The Moroccan Reforms; 01'

Spoiler :

It is time at last, for our great country to be brought into modern times. To long have our people suffered the terms, third world, or second world. No. We will bring our grand monarchy into the first world. Our wonderful king has proposed a series of reforms to take place, and these reforms have been passed by parliament. This is a new age, and we must keep up with it.

Reform 1: The Flag

Spoiler :

For too long, has our nation been with our old colors. Too long, has our flag been a symbol of the past, when it should, indeed by going towards the future. Why must we remember our days in the reigns of the European Empires of old? Why must we be forced to think of ourselves as the old Country, while today, we are certainly something new.



This flag, means many things, but a modern Morocco is not one of them. We shall hang these, with the honor, and dignity they deserve, however. But, a new flag has been created, to represent a new, and changing Morocco.

Spoiler :

Our flag is a meaningful one. Every color, every star, represents a chapter in our new state. The four stars, in each corner, is supposed to show the 4 decades of instability it took, to create a strong, central government. The stars, and the crescent also represent our faith. We are a proud Moslem nation, and as such, would it not make sense to include it on our flag? It is off to the left however. Not out of disrespect, moreover to show that while religion is important, in any aspect of a culture, it is not center stage any more. Our people still abide by its laws, but at the same time, abide by our own, and our union.

Our union is represent by a single white bar, down the center; holding, binding. The notches in it, represents our current state, that off simply Morocco, and our new state, of Mali, and the islands of Cape Verde, St. Helena and Ascension. Every new state, willing to join our union will receive its own notch. These notches show that, while you retain your indent, and can rule yourselves, under our Monarchy, you are still bound to the single white bar of union.

The lime green of our flag is in remembrance, of our Berber past. One that should not be forgotten. We at one point, were the mighty desert tribe that fought of Carthaginian, and Roman advances. It is important, especially in this hectic world of the 21st Century, that we not forget that, the spirit of those warriors of the past are still well within us.

The flag as it stands for now, will suffice. It will be changing, ever so often, and so will our country. However, it is always nice to have some sort of national symbol to grasp onto.

Reform 2: Infrastructure

Spoiler :

Transportation

Spoiler :

While it is easy to call ourselves a modern state, it is harder to prove it. It brings our country shame, the lack of transportation available; bare minimum railways, only 3 large airports, not to mention a lack in major ports.


-Red is airport
-Green are railways
-Brown are ports

Europe and America are covered in snakes of rail lines, making it easy to cover large distances quickly, minus the problems a single track system can bring you..
And so, we are rebuilding our railways. Our country will be criss-crossed with them, allowing trade and travel to flourish under our new rule. At the same time, we must build new airports. Having only 3 capable of handling a military sized force is more than an embarrassment; it's a hazard to the safety of our country. So along with the building of a revamped railway system, new airports shall be built, in major cities.

Finally, our ports have become a problem. Our limited number can not hold our growing navy. And so, we will make our island chains, such as Cape Verde, capable of handling a navy of massive proportions.

Yes, financially, it will cost quite a bit to put these projects into motion, however, our economy is more than ready to handle it, not to mention the joblessness rate of our citizens will be little to none. Economically, in the long run, this is a godsend.

Our Capitol

Spoiler :

Capitols are more than just a center in which the government can meet. It's a place of National pride, among other things. That is why, the old capitol, has served it's purpose. It's position was never set in stone, more over, we placed it there, temporarily, during those wild days, as a sort of safe zone. That period of fear is gone now, however, and it is time for us to start anew. Therefore, we shall move our capitol to the mouth of the Senegal River. So, congratulations to the villagers who live in that area, you are now members of the capitol city. This city is to be named Senegal City, after the river, and our government is to be moved their as soon as the buildings are done, which is expected, at most, to be 3 years.

For now, these are the reforms, as stated in the bill. Once we have these done, schools and universities will be our priority.

Reform 3: The World

Spoiler :

While Morocco has its allies, and affiliates, it bares no hatred towards anyone, lest they warrant it. Obviously, we as a nation respect our allies, and treaties, and are more than willing to help out our friends, as we expect them to do for us. And so, may all the allies of Morocco know, that we are at the ready to give aid wherever it may be needed, within reason, and plan on building a stronger bond with them, over these coming years.

For now, that will do. Expect more reforms next year, depending on how well these reforms go.

Sincerely, Moroccan Royal Minister of the Interior

 

[Imago]

Great stuff, especially the maps.

5/27 orders in. Several different flashpoints possible this update.