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[The Northern Chinese Provinces]

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[Republic of Vietnam]

Nice.
Consider this a tag.

[Inyourfaceistan]

So what is everyone's thoughts about establishing an international court of law?

Is anyone familiar with the Ardoki situation unfolding?

Palmyrion; your population seems extremely large but your military is surprisingly reasonable for such a huge number so you are fine for the moment!

Am I accepted, yes or no?

Yes.

[Guadalupador]

Yeah, we should totally put an international court together for the ODF. I for one would like to see war criminals face sweet justice.

[United States of Devonta]

So what is everyone's thoughts about establishing an international court of law?

Is anyone familiar with the Ardoki situation unfolding?

Am I accepted, yes or no?

Yes.

Im in favor. And has he given up any crooks?

[Gjulich]

So what is everyone's thoughts about establishing an international court of law?

I approve.

[Palmyrion]

Am I accepted, yes or no?

Yes.

So I'm in the ODF then? If yes, then please give me a SITREP, over.

[Flauc]

Yes.

So I'm in the ODF then? If yes, then please give me a SITREP, over.

You are accepted, he told you already.

I do not understand what you mean by SITREP. I know what it means, but not what you want with it. The ODF isn't enforcing anything or debating anything, nor is it at war with someone.

[Palmyrion]

So I'm in the ODF then? If yes, then please give me a SITREP, over.

You are accepted, he told you already.

I do not understand what you mean by SITREP. I know what it means, but not what you want with it. The ODF isn't enforcing anything or debating anything, nor is it at war with someone.

What I mean is, what's keeping the ODF busy right now? I might pitch in some help.

[Organized States]

You are accepted, he told you already.

I do not understand what you mean by SITREP. I know what it means, but not what you want with it. The ODF isn't enforcing anything or debating anything, nor is it at war with someone.

What I mean is, what's keeping the ODF busy right now? I might pitch in some help.

Well, not much has necessitates immediate intervention as of late, however, I do see SOCINTERN being a threat on the horizon.

[Gjulich]

What I mean is, what's keeping the ODF busy right now? I might pitch in some help.

Well, not much has necessitates immediate intervention as of late, however, I do see SOCINTERN being a threat on the horizon.

We (excl) don't particularly see them as a threat. Some of their more radical members, maybe, but not the Socialist Internationale as a whole.

[Mizrad]

Definitely interested in this, always wanted something as free as the IFC with a hint of democracy.

[Inyourfaceistan]

Im in favor. And has he given up any crooks?

It looks like he will yes.

What I think we should do is brainstorm ways to make sure the court isn't biased in favor of one bloc, or worse one person...

What I mean is, what's keeping the ODF busy right now? I might pitch in some help.

OOC stuff mostly. Plus our founders are in other alliances so we are trying to spark self-reliance...

Definitely interested in this, always wanted something as free as the IFC with a hint of democracy.

Yeah, no offense to anyone IFC but they (at least the leadership) seem more concerned with enforcing their own view of stability and expanding economic influence rather than promoting democracy...

[Flardania]

Im in favor. And has he given up any crooks?

It looks like he will yes.

What I think we should do is brainstorm ways to make sure the court isn't biased in favor of one bloc, or worse one person...

What I mean is, what's keeping the ODF busy right now? I might pitch in some help.

OOC stuff mostly. Plus our founders are in other alliances so we are trying to spark self-reliance...

Definitely interested in this, always wanted something as free as the IFC with a hint of democracy.

Yeah, no offense to anyone IFC but they (at least the leadership) seem more concerned with enforcing their own view of stability and expanding economic influence rather than promoting democracy...

Well if were talking about oocly and icly being unbiased, Kirishima is always a good name to have involved

[Inyourfaceistan]

Well if were talking about oocly and icly being unbiased, Kirishima is always a good name to have involved

This has been the most truthful self-promotion statement I have heard on NS in months...

Agreed!

[Guadalupador]

Speaking of courts and criminals, do you all think we should set up an alliance-wide extradition system?

[The Lunar Domain]

Hello, I'm curious about the status of my application. The ODF seems like a good group in the works, and I'd be honored to be a part of it.

[Inyourfaceistan]

Speaking of courts and criminals, do you all think we should set up an alliance-wide extradition system?

I'm not sure... Extradition is a tricky matter...

Hello, I'm curious about the status of my application. The ODF seems like a good group in the works, and I'd be honored to be a part of it.

Haven't looked at it myself, maybe one of the admins will, sorry.

[Flardania]

Speaking of courts and criminals, do you all think we should set up an alliance-wide extradition system?

I'm going to lean on the nay side of things...

[Kustgebied]

Part I: Background

Player Name: Kustgebied
Formal Nation Name: Kustburger Republic
Short Nation Name: Kustgebied
Region, Location, etc.: Worldwide, mainly Oudewereld and Marjories
Government Type: Federal presidential confederal republic/superstate
Ruling Government: Centre-left, Social Democrats/Independent
Opposition Government: Centre-right, Liberal Democrats. Full list here.
Economy Type: Mixed economy
Brief History Summary Kustgebied had a revolution in 1842 and then a Reign of Terror-esque thing - we killed our monarchy, destroyed our nobility, and installed a secular republic which admitted numerous member states to its ranks. We sponsored a Simon Bolivar-esque character who brought notLatin America into Kustgebied in the 1860s, and we admitted the rest of our home continent by 1970.

We were originally Dutch, but now we're a melting pot of various cultures.

Part II: Civil & Political Liberties

IIA) Does your government garuntee:

Right to Vote (or otherwise partake in democracy): Yes
Right to Fair Trial: Yes
Right to Bear Arms: depends on member state
Right to Free Speech & Assembly: Yes
Right to Own Property Yes

Freedom from Excessive Taxation: depends on member state, mainly Yes
Freedom from Unwarranted Search & Seizure: Yes

IIB) Does your nation have:

Systematic Discrimination: No
Free Media: Yes
Multiple Political Parties: Yes
No Political Parties: As a general guideline the SecGen is an Independent, but it's not official

Part III: Military Info

IIIA) Size & Statistics

Population Size: 1,099,000,000
Total Active Military Size: 3,000,000
Total Reserve Military Size: 2,500,000
Strongest Branch: Maritime Forces

IIIB) History

Historically what has your military primarily been used for: Foreign intervention to support democracy/support the integration of member states where a vocal minority is against integration into the confederal system/protecing commerce and shipping
Current Focus: Protecting commerce and shipping
Has your military ever committed war crimes: Not since the Revolution of 1842
Please list all relevent wars and conflicts below3 n/a, we aren't in any at the moment

Part IV: Pledge

We, the government of Kustgebied hereby sign and swear to obey the rules and regulations of the Organization for Democracy & Freedom and in doing so apply to be a member with full rights and benefits.

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O.S - as the OOC founder of the Socialist International, possibly.

Gjulich - why not? The Socialist International is far more radical than previous leftist alliances.

[Inyourfaceistan]

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Yeah I'm definitely going to have to wait for the other admins to look at this one.

My gears began grinding the minute you said you brought a Latin American state into a Dutch empire; so any result I give will be biased on account of my unapologetic anti-colonialism.

[Inyourfaceistan]

I would also like to state that if Ardoki quits dragging his feet and hands over war criminals, I will turn over most of mine for trial by the ODF.

Also, I think after watching a seperate alliance turn to utter shit and disarray that it would be a good idea to propose another amendment so that no one member can propose over 50% of all permanent legislation. This way we don't end up with de-facto dictators who do what they want and end up pissing all over the ideals they claim to protect.

Do you guys agree? Think we should make an IC thread for this now?

[ODF Admin]

Hello, I'm curious about the status of my application. The ODF seems like a good group in the works, and I'd be honored to be a part of it.

Thanks for the wait while we reviewed your application.
I have come upon several concerns which are easily avoided as they are a role play style as opposed to a national issue:

I. ODF is primarily Modern Tech: After review of some of your works and canon it appears that you are more of an FT player, however in the case you are interested in joining the ODF to start some MT works I will not reject you for it assuming you are of the understanding and willingness to play MT

II. ODF is not a Fantasy Tech organization: Sapient creatures such as ponies and what not do not necessarily constitute the style of MT utilized by ODF members. Not rejected for the same reason stated above.

If you are still interested in joining after this ruling I will gladly accept you, if not than best of luck.

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EDIT:

On a separate note, we are slowly approaching a decent amount of member nations and as such the Admin Team is working on developing a workable governance style so we can start voting on legislation and what not. Any member nations who have any ideas, comments or concerns for this development may direct their ideas either openly here on the OOC/Planning thread or may separately telegram this Admin account. Thank you

EDIT:

Aterria is Accepted!
Also, membership list is now active. Shoot me a TG if I missed you.

[Guadalupador]

I would also like to state that if Ardoki quits dragging his feet and hands over war criminals, I will turn over most of mine for trial by the ODF.

Also, I think after watching a seperate alliance turn to utter shit and disarray that it would be a good idea to propose another amendment so that no one member can propose over 50% of all permanent legislation. This way we don't end up with de-facto dictators who do what they want and end up pissing all over the ideals they claim to protect.

Do you guys agree? Think we should make an IC thread for this now?

Yeah, I agree to all of those points. Let's set up an IC.

[Hatay]

Part I: Background

Player Name: Hatay
Formal Nation Name: Republic of Hatay
Short Nation Name: Hatay
Region, Location, etc.: Northern Africa
Government Type: Democratic Republic
Ruling Government: Liberal Labour Party
Opposition Government: Conservative Party
Economy Type: Free Market with Liberal Regulation
Brief History Summary: From 1923 when a group of intellectuals backed by the populace peacefully overthrew an incompetent, corrupt, British-backed monarchy, the Republic of Hatay has championed democracy and tolerance in the Arab world. It warred with Gaddafi in the 80s on human rights grounds, and is tireless in defense of global civil rights.


Part II: Civil & Political Liberties

IIA) Does your government garuntee:

Right to Vote (or otherwise partake in democracy): Yes
Right to Fair Trial: Yes
Right to Bear Arms: Yes but with regulations
Right to Free Speech & Assembly: Yes
Right to Own Property Yes

Freedom from Excessive Taxation: Yes
Freedom from Unwarranted Search & Seizure: Yes

IIB) Does your nation have:

Systematic Discrimination: No
Free Media: Yes
Multiple Political Parties: Yes
No Political Parties: N/A

Part III: Military Info

IIIA) Size & Statistics

Population Size: 59 Million
Total Active Military Size: 300,000 or so
Total Reserve Military Size: 200,000 or so
Strongest Branch: Navy

IIIB) History

Historically what has your military primarily been used for: Counter-Insurgency
Current Focus: Economic and Military Improvement
Has your military ever committed war crimes: No.
Please list all relevent wars and conflicts below:
-World War I
-World War II
-Hatayan-Libyan war
-War on Terror

Part IV: Pledge

We, the government of The Republic of Hatay hereby sign and swear to obey the rules and regulations of the Organization for Democracy & Freedom and in doing so apply to be a member with full rights and benefits.