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[Warman17]

Haifa Daily

Prince Abdul to See Nation

First Prince Abdul is schedualed to begin his grand inspection of the nation this week. His first stop on the list will be the ancient city of Babylon home to the beautiful Hanging Gardens and center of much Sumerian culture. Prince Abdul is then expected to meet crowds of people as he makes a speech the subject of which has not been disclosed.
From Babylon Prince Abdul is then expected to come here to Haifa to inspect the shipyards and meet Grand Admiral Fahyim to assess Sumer's current navel strength. The Prince will then make a slight detour south to see the Great Temple of Soloman before heading in his trip north to T'iblisi and sightsee new factories there.
Although authoriaties have yet to disclose where the Prince will go after meeting with the Governor of Georgia, we can speculate that he'll take a scenic cruise across the Caspian see and then be the first royal member to visit Kazakstan after it's incorperation into the Kingdom. Prince Abdul's charisma has made him one of the most favorite royal family members in Sumer, almost as close as his father. Security is expected to be heavy and secrecy has been very important to this trip.


Baghdad Fever

The city of Baghdad, located not far from Babylon, has continued to grow at an exponential rate. Turned from an agricultural town into a center of industry by King Abbas II before the War of Kazak Inclusion, Baghdad is growing at an ever increasing rate. Home to the largest skyscrapers and a grid-like layout, Baghdad is considered by many to be the most modern city in all of Sumeria. Although still smaller than many Sumerian cities the current growth rate puts Baghdad to be a major city within the next 5 years, and perhaps even one of the top 5 most populated cities in Sumer within the next 10 years.

Leviathan's in Playoffs!

For the first time in 3 years, Haifa's football team has finally managed to pull itself out of a rut and has played well enough to enter this year's playoffs. Many point to this sucess for two reasons. Firstly the acquisition of Habib Muwaffaq from Babylon, who was the 4th top scorer during this season. Secondly the sucess has been attributed to the employment of none other than French coach Jacque Dutard,who led the Marsailles Cougers to 3 straight victories in the French League before The World War. The Leviathan's are this years pick to go all the way.

 

[KrimzonStriker]

The day had come, the unholy ruler was finally dead. Supreme commander Kyushu Hiate stood upon the podium of Edo Japan. The guerrillas were contained, and would be stamped out soon enough though Hiate noted bitterly that it cost them many fine soldiers. That was what made him conspire against their despot ruler. That fool was an overblown moron not fit to govern his own life, sacrificing men upon men with his incompetence. So Hiate rallied the army behind him, even convincing the fools imperial guard to side with him, and executed the man whose name would never be repeated again. His men had established a firm grip upon Pacifica, executing any loyal officers of the fool before hand and maintaining control of the military. Now it was time to rally the people. He looked out into the crowd and made his address.


“My people, today is a historic moment for our country. And when I mean ours I mean ours. For today we are truly united. No longer will we be ruled by a pathetic relic of the past for he is dead. Power has now been transferred to the one group that has sacrificed and bled for our country ten times over. Today the military has taken control. For with our new position we shall establish order, safeguard our security, and usher a new age of prosperity for our nation!!”

Out in the crowd Hiate could tell that people were unsure of this transaction, unsure if they could trust his words especially since he was the military. True no one would miss that overblown fool, but they would need a little something to get them behind him. And he was most prepared for it.


“I know many of you are unsure of my promises and wonder for your safety ourselves in charge. Then I shall tell you of our plans, for you and the entire world to be documented and made official. All national and foreign affairs shall henceforth be placed under military control, with myself as Supreme commander. Each responsibility will be placed by those appointed by me, a Head of a department if you will. (such as State, Treasury etc.) But to give the people what they have deserved and to further untie our country domestic affairs will henceforth be given over to an elected Congress.”

Those words truly shocked the audience, and Hiate was going to take advantage of it.

“That is fight, we will create a council that shall pass new bills and laws, lawfully elected by the people and shall be placed in charge of representing the people in how they are governed. Of our territory, we shall divide it into 35 provinces also governed by an elected official with a military advisor to enforce the laws of that province and take over in the event of a national emergency to further safeguard our people. A constitution will be written up outlining and making clear the rights that shall be protected for each individual. Free enterprise and private ownership shall be established and encouraged from this day forward, though we will be creating administrations to monitor the economy and prevent any kind of depression from happening. Any and all religion may be practiced within our country so long as it does not interfere with the security and infringe on the rights of the people. Every person is equal in our eyes and shall be treated as such. There shall be no discrimination within our borders. All that we ask for the people to take pride in being citizens of Pacifica, for our nation shall be defined for its peoples loyalty. Know that without such commitment we are surly doomed to fall, for it is up to us all to continue the reign of our great nation. I call upon all of you to rise up, and take pride in your country for today we are reborn. Forward into the new century!”


And with that Hiate left for the people to take in all that had been said. His subordinate and best friend General Shindo Hikaru walked beside him.

“That was quite impressive but do you think it really sank into the people?” he asked.

“I have confidence they will learn to accept the change that has taken place now, it certainly sounds better then being ruled by a despot. In any case is everything else going according to plan?”

“Yes, we have nationalized all schools and administered restrictions against speaking out of tone to the government. Also construction has begun upon the new railroad connecting our most Western provinces to Korea. We are also moving the capital and renaming the city Tokyo, in order to better administrate Japan and our nation as a whole. Security has also been upgraded as you asked to safeguard against the guerrillas. Advertisements are going out on the new benefits of joining the army, health care, pensions, insurance, and signed payments to support their families should they face the ultimate sacrifice. We are making the soldier one of the most important individuals in our society.”


“Good, good I think that should be everything. Have legal get to drawing up the constitution and begin selecting appropriate candidates for the departments.”

“As you command,” saluted Hikaru as he marched off to fulfill his duties.


OCC: So how was it, was I any good in writing this? I hope your jotting this all down for the update Jason. In any case I'm reviving some orders. Contain the Guerrillas for now and move my army to cursh those stupid Mongols. Also begin to culturally integrate my people through some program or something and advertise it throughout my country. By and by I'm wondering if Puma can stay in this one, I don't see him around a lot. Also did you put emu as Ozeania?

 

[foolish icarus]

I'll be the New Sioux

A diplomatic proposal from the foreign ministry of the Sioux, delivered by speediest and most reliable message carrier to the diplomatic detachments representing the honourable empires of Denmark and Oceania;

Our Senate has authorized the following treaty proposal to be presented. In summary, the critical points are--

-Immediate withdrawal of Sioux military units from the occupied regions of Northern Mexico
-Recognition of and respect for Mexican sovereignty over said regions
>Provided that--
-Denmark immediately vacate Victoria Island and all other occupied outlying islands of Sioux sovereignty, and return said islands to Sioux control.
-Oceania, Mexico, and Denmark recognizing and respecting the borders and territorial sovereignty of all Sioux lands, including Victoria and outlying islands, excluding the occupied Mexican regions.
-Observance of a 30 mile (on each side) DMZ along the Mexican-Sioux border.

Jason, do you prefer orders posted or sent?

 

[Jason The King]

Either way. I dont prefer any method over another.

 

[foolish icarus]

The recent political shake-up in the senate and many local governments has given new officials and old ones freedom from some of the constraints of party obligations, allowing them to address the rather byzantine government structures and backwards traditions that pervade government. The educated public calls for more streamlined, accountable, and accesible government to fight corruptionl; and the peasants and illiterate city and townfolk would like more favorable support services, working conditions, and trade laws.
But there are entrenched interests that decidedly don't want the old ways to change, and even the well intentioned have trouble getting good things done in the hallowed halls of the modern monster that is a representative empire-spanning government. Regardless, tax codes have been simplified and made more equitable (read: generous) to the peasants, working and middle classes. Enough funds have been gathered to match rural improvement projects, repairing some deteriorating roads and bridges, and expanding some urban infrastructure in new, previously unimproved towns. Furthermore, funds have been earmarked to eventually get around to draining a few health-hazard swamps near urban settlements and making necessary expansions to some urban sewer and water systems. Ironically, the very cartels and shady... "business groups" that are being pushed out of their normal areas of operation in the crackdown on pork are being forced to reestablish themselves in new grounds, specifically, the abundant construction and maintenance jobs that are becoming available...and what better way to ensure the prosperity of one's mob than to make it a legitimate party by getting elected to local government on the wave of reformation and putting your resources to actually improving the prospects of your new town?

Summary: Improve economy

 

[naervod]

The glory of Spain was a shadow of its former self. Argentina was free of Spanish rule, save a few sheep-covered islands just off the coast, and the once great dominion of Spanish Africa had broken off from the mother country, leaving just a small enclave at Ceuta as a reminder of the past Spanish glory in Western Africa. Spanish possesions were small and far between, with the Yucatan Peninsula being the most important of them all for strategic reasons. The Spanish economy was doing poorly and the military was small, although reasonably well-trained. It could be said that Spain was a second-rate power among a group of rapidly industrializing nations. Spain needed a strong president, one that would return the nation to its past strength.

Enter Fernando Mejia. A charismatic orator born to a middle-class family in the small costal city of Villareal, Mejia quickly rose to fame as a local politician. He spoke of need for Spain to relinquish the idea of empire once and for all and spoke of Spain as having potential to be great again. As elections neared, it was clear that Mejia and his Frente Español were gaining strength, with their only real opposition being a coalition of left-wing parties.

In the end, Mejia overwhelmed the opposition, with 55.6% of the votes going to him and his centrist party, with a mere 30.4% to the left-wing coalition, known as the Frente Para Progreso. The rest of the votes went to various minor candidates.

With power consolidated and his people trusting in him, Mejia and his government started out on the road to a strong, prosperous, but free Spain.

To: Egypt
From: La Republica de España

We wish to open a dialouge with your nation in order that we may proceed to a strong and prosperous relationship.

ORDERS:
-Increase economy rating through a project to repair roads and infrastructure throughout Spain.
-Military is stationed as is.

OOC: Sorry for lack of a substantial story, its late.

 

[Jason The King]

Actually, my mistake, Argentina should and is still a part of the Spanish empire. Fixed on the map in my harddrive, and will be updated when the update comes.

 

[das]

Will join after the update unless I join before it.

 

[Jason The King]

I cant guarantee u Canada then, das. I have to free it up for others who join before the update

 

[das]

Canada isn't the only nation I might want to take. Are rebellions possible?

 

[Plexus]

ADA DHAKA

CALUULA, 10 April -- Sinhalese Chancellor Tharupium and his delegation arrived in Caluula, the Republic of Battahria, on 9 April to attend a new round of bilateral talks between the Commonwealth and Sinhala on the future direction in which the commonwealth relationship will go in the coming years. He is met by President Banda of Battahria, newly elected and of the moderate, pro-Commonwealth FRK party.

Advocates of the commonwealth system from both nations are lobbying for closer coöperation between Sinhala and Battahria, while the small Battahrian independence movement seeks to distance the fledgling republic from her Imperial benefactors.

Anuradhapura, however, sees many conservative rajas pushing for the reannexation of Battahria, whose independence was mandated by the Treaty of Lusan just twelve years ago. Lusan, which the Chinese have, as those same Rajas would say, practically ripped up Lusan, further fortifying the Sino-Serend border in the Himalayas in the postceding years, blatantly against the provisions set aside for the militarization of the border. Reannexation is supported by landholding Sinhalese in Battahria and the conservative DLA party, which has gained several seats in the last several elections.

 

[Jason The King]

Canada isn't the only nation I might want to take. Are rebellions possible?

always, but I hope u know what you're doing. history is not the same here as it is in real life, remember this is an NES that started from scratch.

 

[Plexus]

Orders sent.

 

[Plexus]

CC: Sumer, Ozeania, Pacifica, Arabia
FROM: Sinhala

We wish to establish and or formalize defense any defense and or trade treaties. It is vital in this rapidly changing world to work to protect our collective interests.

TO: Arabia
FROM: Sinhala

We wish to negotiate the transfer of the former Sinhalese colonies of the Seychelles and the Maldives back to Sinhalese control; your annexation was of a French colony that was illegally taken from the Sinhalese people during a time of duress, and many of the natives on these islands retain their Sinhalese citizenship. Arabia truly lacks the resources to make the fullest use of these islands.

 

[das]

I hath reconsidereth. I will take France.

From: France
To: Egypt

That was a glaring oversight; those responsible for it have been punished. We will do so at once.

 

[Sheep]

To France
From Egypt

Remember the Treaty of VErsailles and while it WILL bring hard times for your people, for too long have they exploited the world. Soon enough your nation will be strong enough once more, and we look forward to assiting you in rebuilding into a nation that can see itself not only as a great nation but also call itself an ally of Egypt.

To Sinhala
From Egypt

I offer you a mutual protection pact between Egypt and Sinhala and Batharian membership of ACE (effectivley making you a quasi-member)

 

[Sheep]

To Spain
From Egypt

Once the economic situation had stabalised I propose that we open up a full trade route. Futhermore if this is acceptable I will be requesting Spainish entry into the African Community of Economics (ACE)

 

[Oruc]

From Vietnam
To Ozeania

Of course you may join the Asian allaince

To Pacifica
From Ozeania

This is great news, We should open trade routes with all Members of the allaince as soon as possible to further Strengthen our nations.

OOC: Krimzon do you have Aim or MSN Messenger? if not i'll just send a pm

To Sinhala
From Ozeania

We dont believe we had any defense or trade treaties, though we would be happy to sign one now, perhaps you would also consider joining the Asian Alliance?

 

[Jason The King]

To Sinhala
From Arabia

Those islands are soveriegn Arabian territory now. We cannot forgo them.

 

[Jason The King]

Update is in about an hour. After I eat.