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Creation of a Transportation System in Lagos

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This bill will create a 41 Kilometer Public Transit Train System in the Lagos State. The Train Will be an elevated track with a total of 28 stops, with the line starting in Ajegunle Neighborhood and the other end at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This Original line will be the main line going straight directly through the majority of the city. A second line will connect Ajegunle to Downtown Lagos and will cross the Lagos River through an underground tunnel. This project will cost and estimated 2.4 Billion US Dollars, and will be financed out of Lagos States 70 Billion Dollar GDP. The Lagos Elevated Transit System will be financed through both private companies and public tax dollars.

The second phase will be started in 2028 and will add an extension to the second line connecting Festac Town to the Lagos Elevated Center in Ajegunle. It will add a 3rd line to the system that will be mostly underground and connect Ajegunle to Tin Can Island, Tarkawa Bay, and Victoria Beach. Another Added Line will connect Ajegunle to Yaba, and Kosofe.

Phase three will be started in 2032 and will add several lines to Ikeja, Ikotun, Ikegun, Ojodu, Ojokoro, Amuwo Odofin, Lekki and Mushin.

Urban Modernization Program

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This bill will expand water and electricity to all major Urban Areas in Nigeria these areas include: Lagos, Ibadan, Iseyin, Oyo, Ogbomosho, Ilorin, Ife, Okene, Benin City, Warri, Onitsha, Port Harcourt, Aba, Uyo, Calabar, Enugu, Nsukka, Gboko, Makurdi, Abuja, Kaduna, Jos, Zaria, Gusau, Sokoto, Kano, Bauchi, Gombe, Biu, and Maiduguri. The program will also begin building inspections to destroy unsafe structures and replace them with modern and stronger structures. This program will take full effect immediatley and shall be completed by 2040. Phase 2 of the plan will start in 2035 and expand water and electricity to the entire country, modernize and repair smaller road systems and state highways (supporting the repaired and modernized national highway system), phase 2 will also expand secure internet to a majority of the country this phase is to be finished by 2050.

Communication to United States of America

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To Officials of the US Government,
The government of Nigeria has deemed it necessary to begin cooperating on a larger scale. We have had trouble cleaning the environment of Nigeria and combating pollution and public desanitation. It would also be beneficial if the US could invest into the Nigerian Economy. If the US agrees to help the republic of Nigeria on this then favorable trade conditions and a possible construction of a permanent military base could be discussed. Thus to figure out the matters at hand we would like to organize a US Visit to Nigeria some time in the winter of 2026, to discuss how the US can help Nigeria and what Nigeria could do in return. We look forward to your response. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Kinsley Moghulu

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Pyongyang, North Korea

Several diplomatic avenues had progressed in favor of the Diplomatic Peoples Republic of Korea, the biggest one being that China had lifted their sanctions against the DPRK and resumed trade and economic aid back to the nation. The event alone had greatly improved the situation inside of the DPRK. Several projects had already been planned, with the increase revenue from the budget cut with the military and disbanding of all paramilitaries, the first construction project planned was a nuclear reactor at Pyongyang. Estimated to be 9 billion to construct would be the first of 10 proposed nuclear reactors to help stabilize the nations power supply problem and help improve the quality of living for the population.
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The second major project that the state was undertaking was investing 500 million in the agricultural industry of the nation. In the proposed act the construction of farming domes would begin immediately. These farming domes would each grow a specific crop, this would help ensure that famine would no longer become a problem for the nation. Each farming dome would cost an estimated 10 million to construct. The majority of these farming domes would be located in the northern part of the nation.
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with the recent sanctions being lifted by China not only has trade begun to flourish again but also the flow of military equipment. In this a deal had been reached by the DPRK and China to reequip the armed forces of the DPRK with modern equipment. With this Russia has also embedded Spetnasz and regular infantry with the forces of the DPRK to effectively train the military forces of the DPRK. Camouflage uniforms has also started being issued to active duty soldiers of the DPRK, all of this is to modernize the armed forces and create an effective fighting force more effectively trained and disciplined before.
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local elections have started taking place at the town and city level. The citizens of the DPRKcan vote who they want to be their mayor and various other city officials only.

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Expansion of Tourism and Transportation Industry

The Following Airlines will receive funding to expand business opportunities:
Arik Air
Azman Air
Air Nigera (Revived)

Azman Air will be turned into a budget airline serving mainly local destinations as a Budget Airline, its primary goal and mission statement will be to provide air transport for local citizens. Arik Air and a revived Air Nigeria, run by a joint group of individuals from Europe and China hired by the government, will both be focused on international travel and will have the goal of providing Nigeria with its very own major airlines, Both will be provide with 50 Embraer ERJ-145s (15 Million a Piece), 10 Boeing 737-900 (50 Million a Piece), and 7 Boeing 787 (220 Million a Piece). This program will cost 4 Billion Dollars and will be financed mostly privately with 75% of the money provided by private investors, and the other 25% provided by the Government. Both major Airlines must operate the following international destinations:
- Sabiyah Gochen Istanbul International Airport
- Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Rome International Airport
- Madrid-Cuatro Vientos Airport
- Charles De Gaul Paris International Airport
- London City International Airport
- Newark International Airport
- São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport
- Abu Dhabi International Airport
- OR Tambo Johannesburg International Airport
- Cape Town International Airport
- Cairo International Airport
- Léopold Sédar Senghor Dakar International Airport
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
- Kilimanjaro Nairobi International Airport\
These airports have been deemed competitive destinations and until company debts to the government are paid off these destinations must be served unless deemed otherwise. Furthermore Abuja, Lagos, and Kano must all be served.

Meanwhile Azman Air will receive 25 Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 Aircraft (30 Million a Piece), 50 Embraer EMB 120 (11 Million a Piece), and 5 737 MAX (78.3 Million a Piece). Azman Air Must operate Atleast 50 Domestic Destinations and 10 International Destinations. Lagos, Kano, and Abuja Airports will all be modernized. All major airports in Nigeria will receive tarmac runways and taxi ways. As a part of this program the Nigerian Air Federation will begin to strictley enforce rules in the sky and will require all pilots to receive certain certifications. Major cities will have a Nigerian Federal Flight School established.

Water Terminal and Transportation Upgrades

Lekki Port will receive 100 Freight Cranes, and will have a freight train extension line completed by 2027. Lekki Port will also be given 200 Forklifts and will be given large terminal modifications to help modernize the port and present as a one of the best deep water ports in Africa. Meanwhile, Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Warri will have a Modern Marinas constructed to facilitate the trade of smaller goods to other countries or Lekki Port.

Transportation Security Bureau

In the interest of expanding the tourist industry and the general security of the country as a whole, the Transport Security Bureau will be created and will be screening transportation officials for corruption. In addition they will monitor public transportation to make sure it is safe and secure. They will also begin operating security screenings in airports on a stricter level than airports themselves. They will take terrorism, corruption, and crime as serious threats. They will also be in charge of placing air marshals on planes.

Security and Police Extensions

External Accounting Firms will now be auditing the government, these accounting firms will be from Europe and the US where they can be secure from Nigerian politics and corruption. All branches of the government will also be required to publish expenditures. A whistle blower system will also be enacted so citizens can safely report corruption. All emergency services will be reached via a single national response number now, with local call services available, this will help streamline communication and efficiency into one system. Furthermore state police forces will be established to compliment the national police system. These state forces will be responsible for doing daily patrols and responding to most threats.

National Health Care

The Government will establish NIGER-Care a system to help create universal health care. Signups will begin ASAP and the health care project will go live on January 1, 2026. Meanwhile, all hospitals will be screened to make sure that its doctors and surgeons are trained and educated properly. Foreign Doctors have been hired to train personnel in the use of modern equipment that will be supplied to Central Nigerian Hospitals ASAP. The same hospitals will also receive their own Power Generators. Both public and private hospitals will receive screenings.

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Joint Base Andrews

Vladimir Putin would reach the exit of his plane, squinting his eyes as he exited, the sun nearly blinding him. Several men in Black suits followed behind, presumed to be his Guard as he walked down the stairs. He would wave at his escort and walk to it, his presumed guards close behind. He'd get in, sighing as he pulled out a phone to check the time and to message someone.

Camp David

Stewart was standing near the carport when the Russian’s car pulled up and Putin stepped out. Extending his hand, Stewart greeted Putin saying “It is good to see you again my friend. I trust the flight was well?”

“As well as can be expected, flying across a continent and an ocean.” Putin says, chuckling
“How are Alexander and Sophia doing here in the United States? I trust they are doing well.”

Stewart smiled saying “Things are going great. They speak english now and are doing good in school. Get along well with my biological children. Anyways let’s get to business.” Leading the Russian to a private office, Stewart closed the door and took his seat saying “So shall we start with nuclear arms reduction? Are you still willing to mutually decrease?”

Putin's face became the average stern, dull look. “We are willing to, of course, however reality always sways ones will. Something can happen and then these talks do not come to fruition. What we must discuss are guarantees for both of our nation's and those that will follow.”

Stewart leaned back before saying “What kinds of guarantees do you have in mind?”

“Security ones would be a start. We must ensure that, regardless of future conflict or the circumstances that we may see in the future… Things such as that.”

Stewart took a sip of water before replying “well for starters the goal right now is reduction not elimination. I am proposing we go from 2,200 we have under the latest treaty to 1,500 total nuclear weapons each. We would still have the capability to destroy the world several times over. Now for the future without nukes I understand your concern. However in reality we are talking ten to twenty years from and by that point we will both have reliable defences against nukes and at worst our conventional forces are more than enough to deter aggression.”

Putin chuckles, maintaining his posture. “As long as we have the ability to destroy the world President Stewart…” He then would take a drink from his bottle of water he had ever since he had gotten off the plane. “But yes, I understand. One cannot dismantle such a number of weapons within our lifetimes or presidency's. I do, however recognize the need for this. We cannot have hundreds of millions of people die in the future from one person deciding it is time strike his so called enemy.”

Stewart gave a smile before saying “I am glad to hear you agree. Mr. President I know your grandchildren will thank you for this. We will have gone from nearly 2,000 active and 4,000 total nukes each to 1,500 total. With that we show others like China, India, Pakistan, Israel, France, and the UK that we are committed to denuclearize ourselves and them. Now shall we talk Iran. I want to know how confident you are that they do not have nukes and are not building any.”

“Iran is a complicated system. I give them my trust but I have my doubts. Eventually I will ensure they do not as they have no such thing. Iran is starting to embrace the fact they are not immune to repercussions.”

Stewart sat back and said “Is there anything else you would like to mention?”

“The recent votes in the UN seem to be trouble towards the United States current policy in Israel, as well as some other interests, and with the current vote to reform the UNSC, it may put that at risk.” Putin would say, leaning back

“Your point Mr. President?”

“I believe Israel should not be condemned or face punishment, nothing like the Arab powers are pushing for now. But I do not want an Israeli nation occupying and colonizing Palestine. That, however, is put at risk to the local terror group known as Hamas…” Putin pauses for a moment before speaking again. “What if this hostile terror group was removed? Could peace be achieved? What are your thoughts President Stewart?”

Stewart took a deep breath and rubbed his temples before saying “You want to bring peace to the Middle East? Mr. President you know how many of my predecessors would have laughed you out of this meeting? You want to achieve the near impossible. Thousand of years of conflict healed but two mortal men.” Pausing for a moment Stewart grew a big smile saying “Vladimir you are lucky I am just cocky enough to try it. So what are your plans? Assassination of Hamas leaders? Forcing the PA to arrest all Hamas members and turn them over to the UN?”

“A cocky man gets things done. Mr. President, a simple clear house can get it done but we need to eliminate radicalism as a whole in Palestine. That includes important figures, broadcasting agencies, and then, of course, Hamas leadership. Clean attacks that can be pitted on other Palestinians… We cannot kill the entire chain of command but… We can capture and hide them in Israel until we establish new leadership, possibly the Fatah group, and give them back to Palestine. They'll publicly deem them traitors and silently execute them… I've thought about this for the past few months and figured now would be the best time to propose them.”

“And what about those hundreds or thousands of Palestinian boys, girls, women, and men who hate Israel and America and who will still act in opposition?”

“They are people, Mr. President. We must trust the Fatah to show them the error of their ways. We can, if needed, launch false flag operations in the region to destroy Hamas popularity.”

“Very well. I am onboard. When do we start?”

“We need to get agents in by the end of this year and have them working after that. Perhaps cut out the Palestinian media from the rest of the world… we'll need Arab League support.”

“I have sway over Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi, the Emirates, Iraq, Lebanon and Tunisia. Can you lean on the rest? Particularly Syria.”

“If Golan Heights can be returned to them without issue or delay they'll be completely on board and even support it. If they do not I'll just offer to forgive some debt as well.”

“Alright. I have one more request. The final deal. I want it to be ironed out and signed here at Camp David. A full circle from the 70’s accord.”

“If you insist, I was thinking of your embassy in Israel however here will work too.”

“With that settled is there anything else you wanted to discuss?”

“American investment in Russia.”

Stewart leaned back and said “What about American investments in Russia?”

“You heard my speech regarding the economy of Russia and my future policies, I am assuming. But, for a quick recap, I am slowing down foreign influence in order to implement a form of Autarky. That does not mean I am going to shut out Russia from your nation's investors or the west but do expect a somewhat unfair game in that area.”

“So you go from welcoming everyone in to trying to shut the door? A few months ago you called for high levels of investment. Are you trying to play games Mr. President? You built a whole city for investments.”

“it's a delicate situation Mr. Stewart. I am not closing the door. I am giving my smaller local companies a way to hold up against foreign investors. You no doubt see the effect of American opportunist companies in Europe, not that they kill the local competition but that they expand quick and fast. What I am doing is slowing investments to let other companies grow. And in regards to the Skolkovo Innovation Center, I am not stopping anything there. Ideas from the west, money from the west, will help the center greatly. But I cannot allow my country to become… dependent on these foreign companies or investors.”

Stewart nodded saying “What can I do to change your mind about American companies? Surly we can reach a mutually beneficial compromise where American companies are…. Helped or exempted from this.”

“There is a possibility of course, that some areas and exemptions can be arranged… Perhaps a delegation can decide what that would be.”

“A delegation consisting of whom?”

“Representatives from both of our governments. We can say what we want here, of course, but to… “hash” everything out, it would be better to do so with delegation from our governments.”

“Very well. Now is there anything else you wanted to discuss?”

“No, I believe that is all.”


Brussels, Belgium

The large conference room was located on the upper levels of the Delors building in Brussels. A round table dominated the space, allowing all of the negotiators from the European Union member states, the United States and the European Commission itself to sit facing each other. A ring of flags hung elegantly on their poles around the round table, representing the vast number of nations present.

President Demaret of France sat in his designated position, flanked by his economic minister and an aide who was in constant contact with a team of experts back in Paris. He had pushed to have this meeting set up in order to reopen talks into the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, a deal which promised to deepen ties across the Atlantic Ocean while boosting both the EU and American economies. It was an ambitious agreement, looking to bring down trade barriers and regulations on both sides of the ocean while harmonising trade practices to encourage investment and collaboration. Since the US’ pullout from the TransPacific Partnership, the TTIP would be the largest trade deal ever signed, encompassing the world’s two largest economies and hopefully reigniting a geopolitical relationship that had floundered in the past decade.

“Ladies and gentlemen.” The French President began. “This deal holds a great deal of promise for all of us, but there are still a few issues which must be discussed. While we can build upon the framework of past TTIP negotiations, we must modernise the agreement to function in this new decade.” Nodding towards the American delegation, Demaret continued. “I believe that our American friends in particular had some comments on matters regarding to EU agricultural and trade regulations on Genetically Modified Organisms?”

Stewart was seated with John Cormack, Secretary of Agriculture, Jeff Stern, senior trade advisor, David Neilson, Treasury Secretary, Jackson Heaton, senior advisor on Europe, and Vinny Minccino, special economic advisor. Looking at them he turned back to the Europeans and said “First off I would like to thank you for hosting this meeting. Previously one of the biggest hold ups for this deal was the EU’s stance on GMOs and chemicals and antibiotics used in the US agriculture sector. I propose a way around this. You allow these products into your market and simply mandate they be labelled as GMO products etc.”

Minister Liguria arrived a bit late, held up by the local traffic in Brussels. After making his way to his designated seat and placing his briefcase down beside him, Minister Liguria took a deep breath and spoke.

“Hello gentlemen, I am sorry for being late. What have I missed?”

“Only the beginning, Mr. Minister.” Demaret responded before turning his attention back to Stewart. “This seems like an achievable compromise, while opening up the consumable product market to GMOs would provide new opportunities for European businesses that up until now have only been able to export their products. However, there is also the issue of the differing environmental standards and regulations in our two markets producing unfair competition. On the European side, this dichotomy has caused some apprehension for this deal - but perhaps we could turn it into an opportunity.” Instructing for his aides to hand a dossier with further details to the American President, Demaret continued. “If we were to integrate an American and European carbon market, we would open up a whole new industry which could provide jobs and income for our people, while stimulating sustainable economic growth.”

Stewart shifted forward saying “I like the idea. I can agree to this.”

“Italy would like to negotiate for the increasement of the amount of agricultural and clean energy imports to Italy.” Minister Liguria informed the delegations.

Stewart looked slightly puzzled before saying “Well we are not stopping you. You can order as much as you like from suppliers and companies in the US.”

“Well in this day and age it’s become harder and harder for a nation like Italy, which I will acknowledge has economic troubles, to be able to import in sufficient quantities the products it needs. While I know that we’re free to buy such products from America however and whenever we please, certain obstacles such as logistics, tariffs, et cetera complicate things. I was hoping I could achieve an amelioration of those obstacles here today.” Minister Liguria elaborated.

“Well the purpose of these talks are to introduce a tariff free trade deal between Europe and the US so I think we can alleviate your problems.”

“Good. I hope we can progress down a path acceptable to Italy, and I guess to Europe’s too.” Minister Liguria said.

The French President listened to the exchange without interjecting, allowing for his US counterpart to alleviate Liguria’s concerns. “I am glad that we could come to an arrangement. I believe that all of France’s concerns have been dealt with - if nobody else has anything they wish to say then perhaps it would be time for us to leave this to our respective experts to finalise?”

“I suppose, we do have a framework set in place. It just depends on whether you, Mister Stewart, believe that we’re done here too.” Minister Liguria replied.

The German Chancellor Martin Schöpfer sits in the conference hall with numerous of his Federal Heads; specifically that of Finance, Economics and Energy, Economic Cooperation and Development, Justice and Consumer Protection, and Food and Agriculture along with multiple aids sent from Berlin. The concept of a Trans-Atlantic Partnership had been one which large portions of the European electorate had been reluctant on, and they knew this very well.

The Federal Head of Economic Cooperation and Development, Anja Frucht, stands and speaks of the position of Germany on the issue of the TTIP, "The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, while wholly beneficial to both the European and American economies, has serious sections which I am uncomfortable to introduce into the European economy without further negotiations. While it will increase trade by billions and create hundreds of thousands of jobs; it is the end of the high European standards for social welfare, food safety, and environmental regulation if forced to conform to American regulations, which all except the question of GMOs have yet to be resolved. I believe that, in order for this deal to pan out as fruitful for the citizens of both sides, that the level of regulations in questions should further take into account the high level of consumer protections that the European citizens are accustomed to in order to, not only encourage European governments to smoothly accept the deal, but the European people as well. The largest concern of the Bundesrepublik Deutschland, however, would be that of the Investor State Dispute Settlement system. The ISDS courts, we believe, would inherently damage both the European and American states by forfeiting more power to large corporations at the expense of our citizens. The regulations that determine how ISDS courts operate are written by the ISDS courts themselves and are inherently subject to corporate interests. ISDS cases are arbitrated not by judges, but by lawyers paid by the hour and who in their spare time represent corporations in other ISDS cases. Precedent law is not used in ISDS, so countries have no way of knowing how their laws will be interpreted; a government could write a law and not know whether it's going to cost them billions in ISDS later down the line. There is no appeals process in ISDS, no chance to change court decisions. And finally there is no requirement for transparency or for ISDS decisions to be released to the public; ordinary citizens have no way of knowing if their laws have been changed because of ISDS decisions. Signing this partnership with the ISDS included allows a secret court with large conflicts of interests which meets none of the accepted definitions of an equitable legal system to have the power to force governments to break their own laws or to hand over billions of taxpayer money in compensation. I believe that, not only should the ISDS be left out of the TTIP agreement, at least without significant reform, but that the regulations adopted by this partnership should greater reflect the high European standards. Only then, do I believe, that this government will be fruitful in the long-term while alleviating the concerns of the European people. Let it be known that this is in no way a shooting down of the TTIP on part of the Bundesrepublik, but an urge on reformation that respects both sides of the Atlantic."

President Demaret was unable to hide a frown at the German Minister’s comments, not having expected their sudden resistance to the proposal. Leaning forward, he looked towards the European nation’s delegation.

“These are all indeed, valid concerns. However, what looser regulations are you in particular worried about, if I may ask? Although there are certain regulations where the US and Europe do not align at the moment, I am sure that the FDA’s effectiveness in ensuring robust and effective standards for the health of a developed, western nation goes without question. In addition to this, I believe that we have already discussed making some of the changes which you have requested for the ISDS system, and prior negotiators proposed replacing it with an Investment Court. This court would be staffed by judges selected by both Europe and America to resolve disputes with a far greater degree of transparency and judicial procedure than the earlier proposal. However, if this is a valid concern of yours I am sure that President Stewart would be more than willing to accept your proposed changes to the arbitration process, especially considering his administration and nation’s strong legal system.”

Stewart leaned forward saying “I can support the ISDS being reformed into the Investment Court or omitted. However I cannot agree to the European standards being used.”

President Demaret nodded. “That is of course understandable. Although to clarify, you mean that you do not wish to introduce more regulations than currently stipulated in the TTIP. These regulations are a compromise between current EU and US rules to allow companies to easily sell their products in both markets and have already been negotiated.”

“Correct Mr. President.”

Frucht speaks, “I may agree to a reformed Investment Court if they protect both the people and our nations while stopping corporations from gaining more direct power on the geopolitical stage. President Stewart, I currently, nor have I ever, made an attempt at integrating the United States into European standards. However, I am simply working to set a solid middleground in the often obscure and nebular line to which the regulations have been set. In regards to President Demaret’s inquiry, workers’ rights, for instance, are something which I believe needs to be addressed. In the United States, there are hardly any enforceable protection rights against employers; no rights for electing a work council and no enforceable rights for collective bargaining between trade unions and corporations. These could be threatened in the European Union by opening up further competition with American markets. Alongside this, however, I believe my colleagues had multiple concerns regarding the effects it would have on their ministry focuses.

The Head of Food and Agriculture for Germany stands and speaks immediately after Frucht finishes, “The treatment of meat with certain hormones, the use of potentially detrimental pesticides on crops, the cloning of animals, and the chlorination of chicken are three rather large examples of where the European and American laws differ, with all being allowed in the United States and none being permitted in the European Union. The unlike statement on Genetically Modified Organisms, I believe these topics have seen an inadequate line drawn on which laws will be adopted.”

Directly following the statement of his colleage, the Head of Economic Affairs and Energy speaks to the council, “Furthermore, fracking remains a third major realm in which European and American legislation differs. Fracking promises cheap gas exports to Europe which could adequately challenge Russian exports on the continent on top of the agreements already championed in LNG. However, the concept of permitting fracking on the European continent would be highly contested by our citizenry knowing the innumerable detriments the practice causes. This one, in particular, is one which I believe would benefit by seeing a removal from regulation equalization. Natural gas is hardly a major proponent of income for the European continent, so while the removal of it from the agreement may serve to make European corporations serving in LNG less competitive, it is a minute cost when viewing the size of European LNG companies in contrast to the protest that may be caused by the introduction of fracking.” The Minister pauses for a moment in order to give his German colleagues time to express any of their concerns of the agreement. After a brief moment of silence, he concludes, “I believe that is all of the major concerns of the Bundesrepublik.”

“Well I am not going to be able to nor will I strengthen any Union’s power. The Supreme Court would need to hear a challenge to Union’s bargaining powers for change to occur and that is just not likely to happen. Now in regards to pesticides, depending on what pesticides we are talking about I can do something but if its a popular one that’s widely used I can’t ban it or I will have Tractors and pitchforks on my front lawn. The chlorination of Chicken might be workable but there will have to be a grace period of a few years during which we can simply mark it as chlorinated as long as we also indicate that it is safe to eat. Hormones in meat are a no go. My whole meat sector uses hormones and that can’t easily be changed. Likewise cloning is a major part of American agriculture and presents no serious side effects.”

“Given the importance of our respective agricultural sectors and the divergence of our regulations, perhaps there is room for compromise on this matter.” The French President had adopted a conciliatory tone, hopeful about finding a middle ground between the two parties. “While I am sure that we can all agree on the removal of tariffs for our respective agricultural products and on increasing the ability of our respective regulatory agencies to collaborate and share data, perhaps we need not harmonise our policies in these sectors in this agreement. However, if not the EU and the US keep our current regulations on cloning, hormone use, and pesticides, then imports from America must have agreed upon labelling to identify these risks to the consumer. Furthermore, a fee on these imports would need to be imposed to ensure that the use of chemicals banned in Europe do not give American producers an unfair advantage in our domestic market.” Demaret directly addressed the two delegations. “Does this sound like a workable compromise?”

Stewart leaned back saying “Well it depends on the amount of the fee. It can’t make it more expensive than EU products. As for labeling, I don’t want it blazoned on the front saying toxic chemicals that kill cause that’s simply not true unless you think my government totally inept. However if it is just there on the side next to the ingredients saying “Made under US standards” or “Treated with chlorine etc.” that will be fine so long as your people know it won’t kill them.”

Demaret nodded. “Of course. If our regulatory agency had evidence to suggest that any of the chemicals or treatments were lethal, then I’m afraid that we would ban all imports of the suspected product - labelling or not. I am referring to produce which, while banned for production within the EU under existing regulations, we can still import. As for the size of the fee, it would have to vary from product to product depending upon the relative cost advantage that US farmers would have. May I suggest that we set up a multilateral consulting group made up of experts from unbiased experts from the EU and the United States in order to evaluate the size of the required fees?”

Stewart nodded saying “Let’s also try and see if the Swiss will get onboard. Get some real neutrality in it. Then we can get a proposal from this council.”

“This sounds reasonable to me.” Demaret responded. The Swiss often worked closely with both the United States and the European Union, and their history of neutrality would prove useful.

“I can agree to this, so long as the worker’s rights of Europe would remain protected as well. After all, they aren’t directly covered in the TTIP agreements, but competition with the United States would cause direct competition with the European Union, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. However, while the potential import fee on restricted goods within the EU would indirectly encourage fair competition in those regions, others without it may cause an undercut of European prices, which would subsequently cause a push for lower standards in order to make European companies more competitive. I’d like to, somehow and without tariffs, guarantee the safety of worker’s rights by allowing our goods to remain at fair competition. However, before this continues, it may be beneficial to ask for Swiss arbitration in this matter.”

Listening to the German delegations response, Demaret cracked a smile. “Respectfully, and I am sure that President Stewart will be the first to disagree with me on this, but I am the opinion that our strong worker protections and rights offer us an advantage over our American friends. It is no coincidence that European workers are consistently ranked as some of the most productive and happiest in the world. Regardless, I believe that we are all in agreement to exclude harmonizing worker protection and the aforementioned agricultural regulations in this agreement, and that we will agree upon certain customs fees to ensure fair competition where such divergent regulations unfairly impact competition. These custom fees would be decided and vetted by a panel of experts from the US, the EU and - pending their consent - Switzerland as a neutral party.” Demaret’s eyes scanned the room, looking for any dissenting opinions.

The German Chancellor himself, silent for most of the meeting, speaks up, “Our concerns were based on the, on average, higher product prices in Europe compared to that of the United States, with the potential to have certain industries compete for lower worker's rights in order to be able to lower prices and compete in our markets. Our workers may be some of the most privileged and productive in the world, but the concept of a ‘no alternative’ campaign has been an expressed concern of my government for years now. However, a custom fee should assist in putting the concerns of the European people, the concerns of my government, and the concerns of corporations to rest. I believe my government can agree to the terms laid forth.”

Stewart nodded saying “We can agree to the terms as well.”

As the rest of the assembled delegates murmured their assent, President Demaret nodded, proud of what they had accomplished. “Very well ladies and gentlemen, today we have succeeded in ushering in a new era of friendship and close ties across the Atlantic. This agreement will not only benefit of our our peoples and all of our nations, but will also send a strong message to the rest of the world that we shall stand firm in our defence of liberty, freedom and law and order.”

And with that, the summit was concluded on the largest free trade agreement that the world had ever seen.


Washington D.C.

Joint Base Andrews

Prime Minister Sten Berhgheden looked out the window as the aircraft began descending onto the runway. He clasped the arm rests while awaiting the landing that would inevitably hit. His head bounced into the headrest once before relaxing as they made touchdown. He straightened his tie and suit as they pulled onto the tarmac. He stood up and walked to the exit before descending the stairs to the awaiting group of security officers and the limo waiting to take him to the White House for a meeting with President Stewart.

The Prime Minister’s limo was taken to the White House. Arriving at the south portico, President Stewart was there to meet him. Extending his hand he said “Good to finally meet you Mr. Prime Minister.” Leading him inside he had the PM sign the guest book before taking him to the Oval Office. Inside the Office Stewart gestured to the seat across the desk from him and said “Let’s get right into it. I want to talk Thorium. I know you don’t have nearly as much as your neighbor Norway but you do have some reserves and there has been interest of using it within your country. I would like to propose a joint committee of scientists be formed between our countries to explore the possibility of using Thorium in Lockheed's mini-nuclear reactor.”

Sten folded his hands together before replying “ While you are correct and we possess some stores that we would be willing to share but I must admit I am not seeing what we could gain from this deal. While it would be an advancement we as a country could not produce these mini reactors without significant aid.”

Stewart leaning back saying “Mr. Prime Minister the reactors already exist and have since 2018. In return for cooperating we can gift you several to use in your less built up regions. One alone can power 100,000 homes. And the bigger picture is space, Africa, Asia, places that can really use this.”

“I admit we have had some interest in the space frontier for a few years now but it is not… economically viable for our nation to attempt this kind of thing. In exchange for our thorium which even you admit we do not have a lot of, we would require you to provide these reactors as well as the infrastructure to go with them. Currently we are maintaining our capacity for powering cities so this is not vital to us but it would be a boon to spend the funds elsewhere.”

“Infrastructure in what form? Roads and bridges?”

“Facilities to maintain the reactors and if possible funding for nuclear programs at Swedish Universities. Of course I know I am asking a lot so therefore I am willing to offer a near exclusive claim on our exported thorium.”

“Mr. Prime Minister, I don’t care about having your Thorium. I have about six times as much here in the US. What I really care about is getting help from your institutions and scientists who have been studying it for much longer. I will agree to provide the infrastructure in return for their help and the leasing of a plot of land in Angermanland for a USAF base.”

“I apologise for the confusion. I was under the impression it was our thorium you were after. In that case I will be happy to agree. Our only remaining request is the release of the Swedish antifa detained as well as the size of your base being kept…. To a relatively small base. “

“You understand these individuals are terrorists in my country? Would they be tried for their crimes? Regardless understand they will face a life ban from entering the US.”

“It is completely understood. They are classified as terrorist in Sweden as well. They will be tried in Sweden for what they are and face punishment. We just prefer they face it in their country of birth since they are our citizens.”

“Very well. Is there anything else you’d like to discuss?”

“No. I do believe that is it.”


Pyongyang, North Korea

The Democratic People's Republic of Korea welcome the American president and his staff at the people's Senate in the private office of the Supreme leader himself. Kim Jong Un welcome the American president to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. “Mr. Stewart welcome to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, I hope your trip has not been too taxing on you.”

Stewart gave a smile and shook his hand saying “I am glad we could finally meet. My flight went well. Now shall we get down to business?Want to help your country open up to the world and help you and your people prosper.”

“That is correct, I have denuclearized the nation and closed all political prisons. I want to improve my country in every day possible and end the old feuds.”

Stewart smiled and said “Well then let's get into it. I am willing to help you build up your infrastructure, sell you modern farming equipment, help your medical field, normalize relations, assist you in joining the world community, and help you stay in power. But there is a trade off. First I want all foreign prisoners held in your country to be released to my custody to be taken back home following this summit, I want the USS Pueblo returned to American hands, a peace agreement officially ending the Korean War, special economic zones in both mining areas and commercial areas for American companies, and sign a deal to never seek nuclear weapons and to not have a nuclear program of any kind for ten years. Now with the last one I will be willing to sell you several Lockheed Martin Compact Fusion Reactors to help your power system but they will need to be monitored around the clock by UN employees to ensure they are not tampered with. I will also be more than willing to provide a loan to you to pay for all this.”

“The Democratic People's Republic of Korea would need a loan for all of this generosity you are willing to provide us and the reactors will be a much needed and welcome asset for my nation. As far as UN employees being here as permanent residents, this I don't know will happen. If we could agree to a non biased third party such as germany or France or even the british as the permanent employees but not under the flag of the UN. Also as for all of the demands you ask for I can agree to all but officially ending the Korean war. Our neighbors to the south have not done anything or made any attempt at peace or to open diplomatic relations, until progress is made I will not go crawling to them to beg for forgiveness.”

Stewart took a sip of water before replying “I am fine with it being the French. As I said before I am more than willing to both provide a loan to you and help you access IMF loans that should more than cover everything. I will also work with the South to get them in a position to work out this official peace deal.”

“I will admit I understand how frustrating this is to you. But if i go to the south and ask for a peace treaty i will appear weak, if i appear weak then the army will turn against me. Everything here is kept in a perfect balance and we both must tread carefully or a worse situation could arise from it. I do hope you understand.”

“I am willing to talk to them for you. Bring them to the table first. How does that sound?”

“Right now we have to be delicate, I'm already putting my nation through a lot. Opening the borders, several key changes to the economy, opening relations with the west and America. If you could bring them to the table and have it appear that they wish to have the peace treaty then I can use that. War isn't good for anyone. But my people need a victory, even if it's a fake one.”

“Very well.” Stewart said before sipping more water. “Well there is one thing I would like to bring up with you. Several high profile property investors have drawn my attention to just how truly beautiful your beaches are. Would you consider allowing a few American companies to build and operate resorts in some locations? That would mean tourists and with that come smoney and with that comes a boom for the local economies they visit.”

After sitting for a few moments before answering. “I don’t think you understand. The people know nothing of the outside world and to have foreigners in the country on vacation could lead to problems. For now let's stick to the fusion power and medical technology.”

“I was referring to this as a long term plan. Two, three, five years down the road.”

“Yes that can be done. I look forward to a productive future with our new American friends and the with the west. One last thing, I would love to propose an officer exchange program. For this is propose 30 officers a year for each of the military academies in America for the next four years. These officers will form the backbone of the new officer corps and be the first generation of educated professionals. We need a more professional military force and I feel this will strengthen relations significantly.”

“I can agree to this tentatively but in order for it to happen I have to insist that South Korea is involved.”

With that both leaders shook hands and Stewart departed along with the detainees.


Foreign Affairs

To: Kinsley Moghulu
From: Charles Stewart

My friend,

I would be glad to visit Nigeria this winter as well as discuss increasing investment in your economy and society as well as the building of a US military base in your country. I look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely,

President Stewart

[Da Klan]

Cairo, Egypt

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General Security and Central Security Forces Chief Ibrahim Mahmoud looked nervously at the crowd which have come to listen to President Ahmed's farewell speech. CSF troops among others were present, checking every single person entering and leaving the building, even each other. After receiving some confirmation from one of his aides, he nodded to President Ahmed. It is safe for him to continue.

"In 2013, on the third of July, I, Sedki Sobhi Ahmed, Mohamed Ibrahim, and former President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and my predecessor had united together to restore order and true democracy to the people of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The people had spoken and decried Mohamed Morsi, a man whose short reign had allowed the scheming Muslim Brotherhood to seep into the cracks of our society, the same one which have made attempts on the life of our beloved former leader President Nasser in the 1950s. Us three had responded accordingly, and with the power and position we had, we answered the call of the people, and we liberated Egypt. el-Sisi served one term, but I could sense him turning 'undemocratic', so I knew I had to run for President. And I did. Twice. I served my term as long as the Constitution had allowed me to, and I did not meddle in any election. You can check the old voting booths and see that there is no tampering or evil meddling. I am not Morsi, nor am I Mubarak, or Sadat. I am a man who believes in the integrity and power of that this here so called 'democracy' so I abstained from such heinous acts" Ahmed says while he wiped the sweat off his forehead with a small handkerchief. The room had air conditioning and it was in fact 72 degrees Fahrenheit so it was strange that he was sweating.

"My time as President had seen the destruction of ISIS in the Sinai Peninsula due to the severity and success of Operation Osiris, and our involvement in Yemen and the increased troop count -despite what the opposition claims as an unnecessary involvement and a waste of money- has seen our allies and the legitimate Hadi government become more and more successful against the rebels and terrorists. Often times the anti-Hadi rebels and terrorists are one and the same, as that English expression famously goes. Anyways, peace in Arabia will be achieved soon, and it will be Egypt which played a part in securing that peace!

Under my presidency, the Arab Republic of Egypt had taken the great risk of cutting off subsidies and allowing for more integration with the global market. The world is moving like a great and mighty river, and we Egyptians are like a powerful stone which cuts the path of this river. If we can uproot ourselves off of the ancient maladies of corruption which had for years plague us and end our dependence on foreign states, we will be free, floating with the currents yet sovereign. If we fail to get off of this metaphorical river bed, we will erode and break into millions of little pieces, to be scattered throughout the river and become like the sand and mud at the banks, insignificant.

My fellow Egyptians, we are a culture which was forged along that beloved Nile, which belongs to the world, to be freely used by all without risk of harming others. We are Arabs, we are Egyptian. Do not turn away and hold your head in shame when they ask who you are. Shout it loud and proud. Do not let the world deny you who you are. We may have it hard, especially as we push on to a more liberal market, but soon my brothers and sisters, we shall reach the end of this long hallway of treachery and misery and see the light of wealth, which the people of Egypt will enjoy. Soon, I promise you that even when I am gone, and whoever after me takes up my duties and carries the great torch of the Presidency, the Arab Republic of Egypt will rise, not to stand as a bulwark in the Mediterranean, but to exist as a harmonious nation with the eternal goals of religion, equality, wealth, preservation of family, prosperity, and that famed pursuit of the uh ‘happiness’.

Egypt unfortunately can be described as holding a dependency towards the black blood of the Earth, oil. The toxic liquid is a cancer when burned to the people of the world and this planet, which Allah had given us the task of protecting, and unfortunately we are not doing well in that regards. If we are to call ourselves people of the faith, people in servitude to God, we must begin the pursuit of better sources of energy, which will satisfy the needs of our mighty people and do little harm to our beautiful planet. I can't apologize enough to the Egyptian people for my term's lack of action for environmental protocols.

Whoever takes up the mantle of their Egyptian Presidency is in command of a mighty Arab nation and mightier people unlike any other to be found in the Arab world. We do not give up nor do we..”

As the President rambled on in his final speech about the glories of Arab unity and such, the Central Security Forces Chief Ibrahim Mahmoud looked solemnly at his phone as he pretended to ignore the frantic text messages from the Defense Minister demanding that the coup begins.

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Minister of Defense Mohamed Zaki’s Residence, days before the speech

Zaki was an old man who was feared for good reason. The architect of Operation Osiris, the plan which removed ISIS from the Sinai Peninsula, Mohamed Zaki deserved the right to sit where he sat. He swirled the cup of non-alcoholic beer around as he observed the peculiar letter from President Ahmed. He asked for the Defense Minister to reassign the Egyptian Republican Guard to be under direct command of the President. An odd request, and Zaki was naturally suspicious that the military man President Ahmed will use it once elections start to disqualify the candidates Zaki had handpicked to win, but Zaki wasn't sure how the President will use the Republican Guard to prevent Zaki from rigging the elections.

When the Alphabet Initiative was passed-a narrow victory which was met with a month of vigorous protest-the military lost almost all control it used to have in the economy, with many of the businesses falling into the hands of private domestic companies and businesses. Minister Zaki was of course not pleased that his money making bakery franchise was handed over to regular civilian bakers who knew what they were doing! Of course, it was nigh impossible to punish the President for this and remind him that it was the military who has generously allowed the people to choose their leader twice, because the people actually tolerated him! That, and the policies were bringing in enough money to keep everyone happy, and the President had been sending Zaki and the few generals who remained disgruntled some checks to make them forget the whole ordeal. The generals forgot, but Zaki remembered. The man who took down ISIS in the Sinai Peninsula remembered. The man which had given Israel coordinates of a Bedouin family camp to bomb because he felt that they had weapons remembered (they did have weapons so the fact that he got an innocent family bombed was ignored). Minister Zaki scoffed and was about to fax his letter of denial to the President when he noticed that there was a second package that the President delivered.

It contained a suitcase. In it was five hundred thousand pounds. Zaki smiled. It’s a good thing he never really got too involved politics (ignoring his planned meddling of course) because Zaki tore up the letter of denial. Besides, what could go wrong when you give the President direct control of an entire division? Turns out, Zaki will find that out just before elections begin.

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Week before elections

The news reports had shown the three candidates that Zaki had handpicked were being arrested on grounds that they had received funding from “radical organizations which had sought to undermine the democratic institutions of Egypt”. Zaki was furious. He checked social media. People were supportive of it, and the party leaders have condemned those three candidates. Only 4 candidates remained eligible, the ones which Ahmed liked, and inadvertently the ones the common people liked! Zaki was more furious. He fell for a trick he himself knew was a trick! The final trick, of course, was when the very Republican Guard he had signed over to be under direct control of the President broke into his house, disguised as burglars and tying him up in the basement.

“Minister Zaki, I am under authority by the President to inform you that we will be keeping you here until elections are over” what may have been the commander said.

“AND IF EGYPT IS SUDDENLY ATTACKED? I AM THE ONE TASKED WITH DEFENDING THIS COUNTRY AND YOU ARE KEEPING ME LOCKED IN HERE!” Zaki screamed.

“Luckily, President Ahmed was a former Defense Minister under el-Sisi and a former general, so our country is in safe hands, Minister. Now men, gag and sedate him”

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The Legitimate Candidates for the Presidency

Essam Khalil, former chairman of the Free Egyptians Party, notable for his calls for economic, educational, and social equality among all demographics of Egypt. Current Prime Minister.	Sameh Ashour, Arab nationalist, former chairman of Arab Democratic Nasserist Party, leader of lawyer syndicate, notable for calls of modernizing the industries, implementing free-of-charge healthcare, inter-Arab economic integration.
Bahaa El-Din Abu Shoka, former chairman of the New Wafd Party, calls for bringing Egypt to become the dominant economic and cultural power in the Middle East, Africa, and the Mediterranean, proud supporter of democracy, wants to establish a council with all major parties together to regularly communicate with the President.	Khaled Ali, leftist independent, candidate in 2012 elections, renown for fighting corruption, advocate of social justice, opening relations with Iran, despises the SCAF, protecting Palestinian sovereignty

President Ahmed has met publicly with all these candidates and has wished them all good luck in the elections.

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House of Representatives

The House is in session.

Qattara Depression Preservation Act
Recognizing that the Qattara Depression is a geographical anomaly unique to both Egypt and the world, it is necessary that the Qattara Depression is preserved until proper research into the region and the potential energy it could generate with the hypothetical Qattara Depression Project. Preservation will prevent any further oil exploration into the Qattara Depression, however current settlements and oil fields are to be left untouched.

For: 456
Against: 130
Abstain: 10
The bill has passed.

Improvement of Education Act
Realizing that in order to better improve the economic and social conditions that plague this great and mighty nation, it is necessary that the laws regarding educational systems are developed properly to guarantee a secure future for our country and children. These policies shall enforce the necessary changes the Ministry of Education and Higher Education have stated multiple times, and passing this into law will ensure that the standards and improvements stated in this bill will be maintained even when changes are made to leadership in the Ministries mentioned. As of such we call on the Arab Republic of Egypt to enact the following:
a) Expansion of the Compulsory Education to include pre-primary/preschool education. Preschool education will encourage and foster curiosity among children and will help improve overall national literacy as well. In communication with the Minister of Education, we demand that should the bill and this section be passed, that preschool institutions be implemented in all cities and settlements in the Arab Republic of Egypt. No matter the type of classification of preschool, all preschools must foster the creativity of the children and set up a foundation to encourage logical thinking and literacy as well.

b) Expansion of the Compulsory Education to mandate that all children must attain a Basic Education Certificate, and make mandatory enrollment in Senior Secondary School or Technical Secondary School in order to ensure all Egyptian children are to become more competitive when they become adults. Furthermore, it is mandatory that upon completion of Senior Secondary School or Technical Secondary School that that the General Secondary Education Certificate, Advanced Technical Diploma, or the Technical Secondary Education Diploma must be acquired.

c) Implementation of diverse elective courses in the 4th-10th standards in order to prepare students for jobs they will encounter once they become eligible to work. It will be mandatory that all students must take three elective courses relating to a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) subject, a subject relating to Arab cultural studies, and a subject relating to home economics. These three elective course types are mandatory throughout the 4th-10th standard, however the implementation of elective courses before 4th and after 10th are to be decided solely by the individual school itself.

d) Knowledge of a second language to complement Arabic is necessary to increase overall competitiveness of Egyptian students compared to the rest of the world. As of such all educational facilities must offer mandatory courses in a second language. Individual schools will have full autonomy on selecting the language courses they can offer. It shall be noted in this provision that this will be made mandatory from the 1st standard to the completion of secondary school.

e) Families which are unable to afford sending their child(s) off to school due to potential labor or monetary loss in the family business must file an official complaint to the Ministry of Education and/or Ministry of Higher Education to receive a 20% reduction in all taxes, and if necessary, government subsidies to their business.

f) The curriculum of all schools are to be regularly submitted to the Ministry of Education or the Ministry of Higher Education annually, for which the respective Ministries will determine if the curriculum the school provides not only meets with Egyptian national standards and laws, but also that the curriculum is able to properly prepare students to compete with the curriculums offered in international schools and the curriculum be able to promote logical thinking, creativity, and nationalism/patriotism in the student.

g) All Egyptian citizens employed in a government school's faculty and staff are to receive a 15% reduction in all taxes.

For: 356
Against: 240
The bill has passed.

Agricultural Security Act
Wheat is a necessary food item for Egyptians, seeing that Egypt consumes 17 million tons of it, however it seems that only 9.6 million tons are produced in the Arab Republic of Egypt. As such, it is necessary not only for the goal of scientific research, but for the food security of the nation and for the benefit of the farmers that the Arab Republic of Egypt adopts the necessary action to revive the genetic crop modification project halted in 2017. Genetically modified organisms do not pose any risk in causing its consumers to develop cancer, and in fact there are no studies which can prove it causes cancer. We Egyptians do not have the luxury to merely reject technology, when an impending food crisis is in our hands.To ensure that not only wheat, but the agricultural sector of Egypt is adapted to meet the needs of our people, we call upon the House to enact the following:

a). Revive the research into genetically modified wheat, and authorize the sale of the technology by domestic suppliers in domestic markets only

b). Use the subsidies originally intended for oil shall instead be divided 50% to go for the farms in order to provide steady income to farmers, reduce our agricultural imports, and guarantee a decent food supply. The other 50% shall be used to fund agricultural engineering research and development.
c). Construction of research centers in all cities with a population of 100,000 or more to ensure Egyptian researchers are able to stay in their location and conduct their research there.

d). Taxation on excess water usage to irrigate crops, increasing by 2% for each extra hundred litres used.

d). Restriction on the acquisition of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Each individual farm will receive an annual estimate on how much of said resources are necessary in their farms by the Ministry of Agriculture, or an annual estimate can be produced by domestic companies who have received proper licensing from the Ministry of Agriculture.

e). Utilize knowledge from research of creating genetically modified wheat to apply it to other domestically grown crops.

f). Encourage cotton farmers to adopt genetically modified Bt cotton crops G.80, G.90, G.85 and G.89. Domestic biotechnology and agricultural companies will be given full permission to sell the material necessary for cotton farmers to adopt genetically modified crops.

For: 560
Against: 36

The Act has passed.

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Foreign Affairs

To: The Department of Defense of the United States of America
From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt
It is necessary, for our joint interests in maintaining security in the Middle East, that we renew cooperation among our respective nations to ensure the achievement of peace in this region. As of such, we would like to request to purchase 5 Northrop Grumman Ea-6B Prowlers and 4 Predator drones. We look further to renewing cooperation with your nation.

Sincerely,
Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali

To:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Syrian Arab Republic
From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt
We will comply with our promises made in the Arab League meeting in Aleppo, and will send in the engineer teams requested and protection in “Fahd” convoys as well. May Arab prosperity reach new heights in this time!

Sincerely,
Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali

To:The Coalition fighting for the Defense of the Hadi Government in Yemen
From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt
You shall be pleased to note that Egypt will begin our military operation we have noted in our previous communique to the coalition. The status quo in Yemen must be restored.

Sincerely,
Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali

To:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Our nations are the leaders of Africa. Previously in the Nigerian Civil War, Egypt came to aid your government in defeating the rebels. We are willing to assist your mighty nation in defeating the Boko Haram in the north, and we are willing to begin economic cooperation and help bring prosperity to your most mighty nation.

Sincerely,
Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali

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Beirut Treaty

Arab League Joint Arab Military for the goal of Mutual Defense and Security in all Respective Member nations present at The Beirut Meeting.

(ALJAMMDSRMTBM)

The Beirut Treaty will be the legal secondary formal title of the Arab League Joint Arab Military for the goal of Mutual Defense and Security in all Respective Member Nations in common discourse as well as a secondary and acceptable term in public and private communiques in both foreign and domestic communication.

Article 1
This military force is to be supplemented by three multinational divisions which will have full rights to recruit freely among all signatory nations and utilize digital infrastructure and government media as well for recruitment. The three multinational divisions are to be consisted of voluntary troops only. The first division referenced in Article 1 will be called the A1 Voluntary Service Division, the second the A2 Voluntary Service Division, and third the A3 Voluntary Service Division. This military force in total shall be referenced as the Supplementary Voluntary Forces (SVF) --Aerial and Naval equipment and branches are to be discussed in future meetings--

Article 2
The Arab League Joint Arab Military for the goal of Mutual Defense and Security in all Respective Member Nations will be a defensive alliance. An attack on one signatory nation is an attack against all signatory nations. Should a signatory nation be attacked, all other signatory nations are to withdraw diplomatic relations with the attacking nation and follow in defense of the attacked nation with a declaration of war on the attacker. Failure to do so must be punished with suspension from the Beirut Treaty and a call for suspension from the Arab League and all organizations which promote Arab harmony.

Article 3
In the event of war between member states, membership of both states will face punishment mentioned in Article 2. Then an investigation will determine the causes of the war as well as if the nation which is facing military aggression had taken action to undermine the aggressor nation. After the investigation is complete, the Beirut Treaty will reinstate membership of the nation which has been deemed to have done little to no wrong doing, and will use the SVF to call a ceasefire to negotiate peace and restoration of status quo between both nations, and eventual restoration of membership of the aggressor nation.

Article 4
Should domestic civil strife/civil war break out, the Beirut Treaty will come to the aid to return the nation afflicted with civil strife/civil war to status quo to ensure continual of same rule to guarantee the maintenance of peace in the region. Furthermore this Beirut Treaty will seek to investigate the reason for civil strife/civil war to help the affected nation to understand and combat future occurrences of such actions.

Article 5
All signatory nations are to have super majority-unanimous approval to suggest approval of reform, regulations, reactions, and other modifications to the Beirut Treaty and for all meetings among signatory nations.

Article 6
All members of the Arab League are automatic members of this military organization and signature of membership to the Arab League is signature of membership to the Beirut Treaty, therefore making this organization a subset of the Arab League. Future Arab League member nations are automatically a part of this Beirut Treaty. However, observer nations shall not be granted observer status to this military organization.

Article 7
Military intelligence will be freely distributed among all signatory nations for guarantee of cooperation between signatory nation and improvement of efficiency to combat illegal organizations which undermine peace in the regions which all signatory nations are present in.

Article 8
The motion of this Treaty shall be made effective immediately without fail.

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National Projects

The desalination projects are expected to be completed in late 2030.
The wheat research will be completed in 2027.
The Genetically Modified Crops project will be an ongoing study until the National Research Center declares that all knowledge on genetic modification of crops is complete.

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One day before the new President is announced

The elite Republican Guard knew what they had to do, for the greater good of the nation. The military deep state was ruining Egypt and corrupting it for too long. This was the first step in cleaning it. Nobody will know, Ahmed said, how Minister Zaki was killed. Though, what the information (placed there by the Guard) in Minister Zaki’s house shows is that he was killed by radicalists who sought to undermine the fundamental beliefs of Egypt.

As President Ahmed stood before the crowd, he announced Minister Zaki’s death.

“He was a hero. He cleansed Egypt from ISIS, and brought order to the Sinai. It is because of him, that Egypt is safe. My sources tell me that he was assassinated by some unknown group which seeks to destroy the fabric of Egyptian society. But we will not be deterred by their violence. We will find these murderers, and assuredly they will hang. The election results shall be announced tomorrow, and I implore the victor will investigate the death of our hero. He lives, not in the material world, but in our hearts. Long live Minister Zaki.

Long live the Arab Republic of Egypt”

[Bentus]

Brussels, Belgium

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President Demaret once again found himself sitting in the main conference hall of the Delors building, attending what may well be one of the most important foreign meetings of his time in office. Flags representing the EU, its member states, and the People’s Republic of China ringed hung on their poles in a circle around the central round table. The French President glanced around at all of the gathered delegations, ensuring that everyone was in attendance before beginning the conference.

“Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed delegates, I believe that it is time that we got down to business.” He smiled, hoping to have the conference get off on the foot of cooperation rather than conflict. “The EU and China are the two largest trading powers on the planet, and we are both leading beneficiaries of a stable, globalised trading system supported by a peaceful status quo between the major world powers. Following the Virumaa crisis, this status quo was upset dramatically, and we all learned that we cannot allow ourselves to assume that our world will always remain as it is today. As such, this conference aims to build a foundation for cooperation and dialogue between our two nations, and it is France’s hope that in doing so we will build a forum with which to resolve any differences that may emerge between us. To this end, and considering the recent public efforts made by China to reform their policies towards foreign investment and multinational corporations operating within their borders, we believe that it is time for us to commence negotiations for a limited Free Trade deal between out two blocs. Together, we represent the world’s two largest economies in terms of Purchasing Power Parity, and a trade agreement between us would greatly help liberalise global trade while providing benefits to both consumers and employers in all of our countries.”

Chairman Hu leaned to the microphone, “The Chinese people appreciates the complement of the French Republic. We all know that the world is ever changing, and a change of power in the world stage is also necessary for better growth. A Free Trade Deal between our nations would really be beneficial for both of us however we would also like to impose no tariffs for food produced based on some agricultural and livestock sources. As you all know, that in the past 30 years we have started a Green Program to fight desertification. However, it is too costly and slow. With the recent achievement for research in our University, we have uncovered a fast, efficient and cheaper way to reverse climate change. If we are to mimic nature like the migration of animals, then it would increase the production rate of the soil. And talking about agriculture, we are looking for partners in our GMOs for wheat, rice, banana and other main sources of food.”

“Mutually agreeing to remove our tariffs and trade barriers on agricultural products produced using this technique would send a strong and committed message to the rest of the world of our shared stance on desertification and climate change.” The French President responded. “Although neither of our own agricultural sectors stand to gain much from the decision given our nations’ stages of development and geography. However, the latter of public-private cooperation on GMOs lands us in the crux of this meeting: determining how best to encourage trade and investment between our two economies. Historically, and indeed to this day, regulatory barriers in China have deterred foreign investment. With your recent reforms, hopefully this will change, but there is still much that we can do to improve the situation.”

Pausing for a moment, Demaret continued. “A trade agreement that lowers tariffs between us - especially peak tariffs to a maximum of 15% - would greatly increase trade and competition. It would also apply more pressure on local Chinese companies to adopt your reforms. We are also interested in China adopting geographical indicators for EU products, such as Champagne and d’Asti, and we will do the same for genuine Chinese products. We also need China to resume it's focus on integrating it's domestic standards across it's many regions as part of a push to reduce technical barriers to trade. The EU would be more than willing to help with this matter by sending consultants and experts to help train your officials. A similar offer stands with regards to the enforcement of your IP reforms. We also wish to reduce mutual barriers preventing each other's companies from pursuing public procurement contracts that do not involve risks to national security as well as adopt an ambitious effort to improve the trade in services between us.”

“That is indeed a good idea…” Hu answered, “The recent reforms are just the tip of the iceberg, we have a lot of things to do to match the improvement that Deng Xiaoping of the past has brought to China. We are now more focused in strengthening our economy to ensure it’s life when trouble occurs. Competition is also necessary for growth and development, especially is the maturity of the companies, thus it would greatly benefit the both of us. For years China's reputation have been stain by this companies who steal the IP of others, even though we have already implemented the law it still would need more integration to crack down on them. This propositions as a whole is totally acceptable unless it would undermine my companies.”

The Chancellor of Germany sits forward and responds, “Both the lowering of the ludicrously high barriers between China and Europe and the safety of intellectual property would be largely beneficial steps for both sides of the negotiating table.” Martin pauses for a moment and pulls a paper out from a small file sitting to his right, “I would also like to, however, begin to take steps to encourage investment between our two parties. It has been noted that Chinese companies have been largely attracted to investment in Europe over the past two decades, seeing it as their most vital foreign investment realm alongside the African continent; Europe has seen similar optimism towards investing in China. I believe that, should foreign investment be encouraged, simplified, and expedited that it would not only largely benefit both the economies of Europe, but also assist in fostering a Chinese-European relationship that would be vital in the 21st century.”

Hu smile, “And that would mean that we would open more of China than before. I see the benefits of such deal with you, Europe indeed is a large market with over half a billion in population? With that, I am currently looking for investors to open businesses in the inner China that also includes Tibet, you see, the already completed cities are all perfect! You have hospital buildings, commercial buildings, and most especially residential condos. The only problem is, that it no one lives there. One major reason in the job opportunity, if we are to put jobs there then it would attract people, thus we could have another Shenzhen or Shanghai in the inner China, where the main means of trade is through rail or flight. With the help of European investments, this once ghost cities, would be another beacon of development in China, and the world. Also that would mean, our companies would have to be tougher when we go to Europe or even in competing with your multinational companies. Anyway, if you are aware of the economic reform guideline policies passed by the People's Congress, we have already lax the regulations for foreign investments, I believe I have already announced that on my speech at Dalian. One of the pillars of our economic reforms is the strengthening and development of our economy. One of that is the opening of the Chinese Market to the world. I have risked my reputation among the other CPC members to make China stronger economically.”

Demaret nodded, thoughtfully considering the Chairman’s words. He was under no illusions of the risks that the man was taking in the cut-throat world of his nation’s politics. Although China presented itself as being calm and stable, those who looked closely at the machinations of its immense political class could see the skirmishes and battles that played out behind the scenes. However, it was in Europe’s interests for Hu to succeed. Nay, it was in the world’s interests for the man’s reforms to take hold, for they could make the difference in what kind of leader China would become as it continued its dramatic ascent. “I understand the risk that you have taken Chairman, and it is not something which we in Europe will ignore. We take our values seriously, and we will not allow you to face these challenges on your own. You have opened your markets and offer even closer relations with our Union in exchange for the opportunities that this will provide to your people, and we will make sure to fulfill our end of the agreement to reach out with a hand of friendship. Indeed, I suspect that the tax breaks and support that you have offered our companies interested in setting up in the western regions will encourage activity in these ghost cities that you speak of. More than that, this agreement between us should encourage trade along the New Silk Road by reducing the barriers between China and Europe. Taken together, this should work to encourage growth and development in Tibet and inner China.”

Hu smiled, “There is already a railway that connects London to Beijing, what we can do is to improve the time it will take for a 7,600 mile journey. Like, a standard rail system to eliminate the several train exchange which would save time, we could also include passengers, then expand into each passed EU member. It could become the world's longest rail system, and would be beneficial for the passed countries.”

“I can certainly see the standardisation of rail systems presenting a number of advantages for all of our nations. But such a scheme would need to have support from the countries lying between China and Europe as well. The sheer cost of replacing existing track also presents a serious hurdle to any such efforts - how do you propose this standardisation be funded?” Demaret asked his Chinese counterpart.

“Well, it would be a cooperation by both party, the Chinese would fund a portion of the rail standardization while the passed countries would also contribute. Other countries near the passed countries could also contribute which could minimize the overall budget expense. Remember, that the money that we have invested into this will be paid back sooner if we could finish it with speed and efficiency.”

The French President’s brow remained furrowed. “I have to admit Mr. Chairman that I am skeptical of the success of this project. While I believe that establishing common standards across all the transit countries would help trade and transportation, the costs of replacing existing infrastructure would be immense. This is especially a problem in the already developed European regions.” Demaret paused for a moment before continuing. “If China is willing to support such an endeavour, then I believe that it would be a worthwhile investment. However it must be a gradual process. Perhaps we should first set the standards for new rail lines while providing aid for replacing older connections. We could also focus on creating a common rail highway with consistent standards that then branches off to local networks along it's route. Would this be related to the ongoing Belt and Road Initiative?”

Hu finally leaned back once again, “Indeed! This is in part of the Belt and Road Initiative. And I see that we must do it gradually to be able to be capable in dealing with the immense financial resource that we need to fully implement this rail system. We can consider this as an invitation for the European Union to be a partner of China for our BRI. This would not only boost it’s capabilities but it will be greatly beneficial for both of us. This could be the pilot project for the Sino-European Partnership.”

The French President appeared to be taken aback by the offer, but quickly regained his composure as he glanced at his fellow European representatives. “That is quite an invitation, Mr. Hu. As I am sure that you are aware, the BRI has increasingly been viewed warily by the European Union. We have real and valid concerns about it's long term effectiveness, sustainability and geopolitical impact. However, we have also always maintained our support for its stated goals and objectives.” Demaret paused for a moment before continuing. “France would be open to the EU joining with China to work on this monumental project. Together we could truly make this an international effort and dedicate the funds required to develop the Eurasian continent. Our involvement would also go a long way to easing fears of this being an effort by China to seize power and overturn the liberal trade order. But, we have certain requirements that must be met. While you have gone a long way to a playing our fears with your recent reforms to open Chinese markets, similar must be done to the BRI. At the moment, more than 85% of its projects are done by Chinese companies selected in opaque bidding processes, which leaves members of the initiative straddled with debt. If the EU were to join the BRI, the bidding processes must be made more transparent and open to competition from other nations involved in the initiative. Efforts must also be made to plan contingencies for the possible default or other impact of the increased debt of the countries involved.”


“Very well, once I’m back in China I will have the People's Congress study on a way to reform the BRI policies. I will see what I can do, which would of course have a few more opposer's in the CPC. I shall await the decision of the EU Council regarding this matter.”

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EU-China Free Trade Agreement

An ambitious Free Trade Agreement to bring down both tariffs and technical barriers to trade between the world’s two largest economies in purchasing power parity, while encouraging cooperation and sustainable development.

This treaty is founded upon a basis of common respect for sovereignty and a recognition of the mutual benefits presented by free and fair international trade. The European Union and the People’s Republic of China seek, through this treaty, to promote peace and stability throughout the Eurasian continent.

Article 1
Tariffs on all goods not yet limited by prior trade agreements signed by the parties shall be limited to amounts agreed upon by a council of experts selected for their technical expertise rather than their political affiliations. Such tariffs must remain below 5%, with peak tariffs limited to 10% if they are justified with valid concerns relating to national security.

Article 2
The parties agree to enforce established and agreed upon geographical indicators on products that are deemed to benefit from an enhanced quality or reputation from their origin. This will include, but is not limited to, agricultural products such as Champagne and d’Asti wines.

Article 3
The parties agree to allow each others companies to bid for projects which have received public funding or are directly related to public procurement, exempting public projects related to national security or defence.

Article 4
Recognising the importance of Intellectual Property in the technology and idea economy of the 21st Century, the parties agree to enforce and establish firm protections for the IP of their respective firms.

Article 5
Both parties agree not to discriminate against each other’s investors and to grant each other’s citizens a right to invest, save in projects or companies directly related to national security concerns.

Article 6
China agrees to reduce technical barriers to trade by promoting more effective enforcement of existing rules and the adoption of internationally accepted standards within Chinese regions. The EU agrees to provide specialist and expert help with this should China request it.

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The Belt and Road Initiative - a Pan-Eurasian Development Project

As the largest infrastructure investment program in history, the Belt and Road Initiative seeks to reinforce and encourage peaceful trade and cooperation throughout Europe and Asia. Founded in 2013 as the Chinese-led One Belt and One Road Initiative, the initiative has evolved into a multilateral project of unparalleled scope, perhaps best exemplified in the change of its name. With the European Union joining the initiative as an equal partner to the People’s Republic of China, the project has truly become a pan-Eurasian initiative with support from across the political spectrum with the common goal of improving the quality of life for everyone on the continent.

This treaty is founded upon a basis of common respect for sovereignty and a recognition of the mutual benefits presented by free and fair international trade. The European Union and the People’s Republic of China seek, through this treaty, to promote peace and stability throughout the Eurasian continent. The official name for the Belt and Road Initiative is The Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st-century Maritime Silk Road, but may be shortened to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in official communiques and dialogue.

Article 1
The reformed BRI reinforces the initial goal stated by the People’s Republic of China in 2013 and represents “a bid to enhance regional connectivity and embrace a brighter future”.

Article 2
The parties commit to efforts to fulfill the BRI’s goal of closing the investment gap in Asia (not including China), estimated at 900 billion USD per year for the next decade. With the additional support of the European Union, the BRI also expands its objectives to seek to provide funding to further close the infrastructure gap in Africa - estimated itself at 150 billion USD per year.

Article 3
Companies from all participating states in the BRI are allowed to compete in the bidding process for projects with BRI funding. The EU and China commit to increasing the transparency of the bidding process for all involved. They further commit to not discriminating against companies in the bidding process based upon their national origin, as long as they are from a participating nation.

Article 4
Funding will be set aside for a panel of experts to evaluate BRI expenditures with regards to its possible socioeconomic and developmental benefits as well as the predicted return on investment. This information will be used to help determine whether individual projects are effective uses for BRI funding.

Article 5
A BRI Steering Committee will be set up by the European Union to work alongside the Leading Group for Advancing the Development of One Belt One Road within the Chinese government. Both panels will work together and meet at least once every two weeks to provide updates before reporting to their respective governments. The EU steering committee will be in charge of coordinating and evaluating the EU’s commitment to the BRI and the progress of the project in the eyes of the EU.

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Bill: An End to Poverty - A Universal Basic Income for France

Contents: A fundamental reform of the French welfare system that would see the establishment of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) of 650 euros a month for all French citizens and permanent residents of France. The funding for this new welfare program will come from a reallocation of existing welfare spending. The expenditure on public housing, healthcare and education will remain unchanged. As part of this change, the public pension system will gradually be phased out over the course of the next 10 years, during which those with the means are advised to use their UBI to contribute to their savings. Nonpartisan budget analysis estimates that this will lead to 46.7 billion euros in savings due to efficiency savings. In tandem with this reform, the minimum retirement age will be increased to 65 years from 62.

Arguments:

<Republicans> "While we applaud the government’s efforts to reduce the deficit, this scheme will only serve to increase the dependency of individuals on government handouts. Hardwork and effort is only possible when people are forced to do so in order to survive.”

<Le Front Nationale> “Although this scheme would help vulnerable French citizens, it’s application to permanent residents - including EU immigrants - will be a drain on our resources. Ultimately, this misguided effort will only encourage immigration into France and result in the destruction of our culture and way of life.”

<Socialists> “The Socialists have long supported a Universal Basic Income and stands behind the government for this program. By putting aside our differences, this reform offers a real opportunity to permanently eradicate poverty in France and to establish ourselves as an international benchmark for the standard of living that we provide to our citizens.”

<En Marche> “As automation continues to cause seismic shifts in the labour market, we need to encourage workers to further educate themselves while engaging in entrepreneurship to help increase economic growth. This UBI offers individuals the flexibility to perform further learning at higher institutions, or to start their own business, without the fear of losing the income that they need to make ends meet. The UBI will also encourage consumer spending, providing increased financial mobility within the economy and further enhancing growth. Coupled with the recently established SME fund, this scheme will go the extra mile in laying the foundations for France’s idea economy.”

Votes:
For: 280
Against: 68
Conclusion: The Bill passes the National Assembly. The UBI scheme will be rolled out over the course of the next two years, with citizens and permanent residents receiving payments electronically. The central bank will monitor the impact on the economy in case any short-term actions need to be taken to make the transition seamless.

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Bill: Integrating Migrants into France

Contents: Establishes language and cultural classes to help integrate new immigrants into French culture and society, while helping to break down barriers and discouraging the formation of insular cultural groups. These classes also provide avenues for migrants and companies looking for new employees to meet, thereby allowing for vacant job positions to be filled more easily and contributing to economic growth.

Arguments:

<Le Front Nationale> “This is ridiculous. These migrants are not french and we should not be spending taxpayer money on teaching them how to adapt to our culture. If they are unwilling or unable to do so themselves, then they should never have come to France in the first place.”

<Republicans> “As the economy has recovered and the unemployment rate has dropped, we risk falling into the trap of a labour shortage. This scheme addresses this concern while dealing with social tensions resulting from migration.”

Votes:
For: 192
Against: 160
Conclusion: The Bill passes the National Assembly.

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Bill: German Language Classes in Public French Schools

Contents: Adjusts the education curriculum to mandate German language classes for all students attending lycee (high school equivalent). This is a joint program with the German government who will adopt a similar program with regards to French.

Arguments:

<Le Front Nationale and Socialists> “And so we become German puppets? Absolutely not.”

<En Marche and Republicans> “We live in an increasingly connected world and Germany is one of our closest allies and economic partners. This legislation gives our citizens the tools that they need to thrive and succeed in a European economy while encouraging cultural exchanges. ”

Votes:
For: 192
Against: 160
Conclusion: The Bill passes the National Assembly, pending a similar bill passing the German legislative system.

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OFFICIAL TELEGRAM FROM FRANCE TO NIGERIA

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To whom it may concern,

The French economic and foreign ministries wishes to contact you on behalf of a number of french businesses that have expressed an interest in investing within the Lekki port. Nigeria and its surrounding region are quickly becoming a valuable and important market for french firms, and this port promises to be a gateway for two-way trade between our two nations. We would be interested in arranging a summit between President Demaret and President Moghulu on the crises and issues facing both the region and the globe.

We look forward to your response to this proposal.

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FROM PRESIDENT Fabien Demaret OF FRANCE

[Bastirma]

The Republic of Korea

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Cheong Wa Dae, Seoul

BREAKING TODAY -
Earlier this morning massive protests filled the streets of Anyang in response to a bilateral meeting between American President Charles Stewart and Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un. Protesters marched against American involvement on the Korean peninsula, citing President Choo and her unwavering commitment towards keeping the United States as a close ally. However the protests turned violent as some marchers sparked fights with armored officers who were deployed at the scene. Canisters of tear gas were employed in an effort to disperse the unruly crowd, as many defiant protesters were tackled to the ground. Five protesters would have to be hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries after these aggressive tactics. As we draw ever closer to the 2027 Presidential elections, it would seem that the country is more divided than ever...

President Choo Mi-ae picks up the television remote and shuts it off, as she lets out an exasperated sigh and slumps back in her chair. For the majority of her term, the Choo administration has been mired by controversy, contempt, and theatrics. As President Choo’s one and only term comes to an end, she can’t help but feel relieved that the incessant scrutiny against her will at last come to an end, but a sense a dread also befalls her over how her reputation will be perceived for the generations to come. Will she be forgotten to the annals of history, remembered as a fool who sat idly by as her country tore itself apart, or perhaps venerated as someone who stood in the face of constant adversity and stuck to her ideals? Only time will tell how the history books decide to recount the five years that Choo Mi-ae stood as President of the Republic of Korea, but for now she still had a job to do.

“It would appear that the time for an open dialogue with the North is upon us,” The President mutters as she gets to her feet, “After all these years they choose now to be diplomatic.” Choo proudly ambles to her Presidential office and settles in at her desk before a blank computer screen. Seated beside a white backdrop signifying peace, that is exactly what the President hopes to accomplish before she must depart from her tenure. A long-lasting and mutual alliance with the North has been what the government has craved for decades, but the road to this point has been rocky, and the path forward presents itself with many more difficulties for sure. But a window has opened and an opportunity now lays itself before the people of the Korean peninsula, one that with the powers imbued upon her by the Korean peoples, President Choo shall not pass up. She boots up the computer and begins a message meant for the leader of North Korea:

한국 공화국
The Republic of Korea

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弘益人間
Benefit broadly the human world

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CHOO MI-AE • PRESIDENT • SOUTH KOREA
CHEONG WA DAE • SEOUL
1 SEJONGNO, JONGNO-GU

To Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un,

The Republic of Korea has taken notice of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and the steps it has taken to become more diplomatic and progressive. Your accelerated denuclearization and disarmament policies indicate a clear and present desire to become a willing player on the world stage, signified by Supreme Leader’s willingness to meet with American President Charles Stewart. We consider the United States an ally and would like to extend those feelings towards our northern neighbors as well. South Korea would like to extend to you an invitation for a meeting between President Choo and Supreme Leader to discuss matters of state and politics. It would be my and indeed my nation’s humble honor if you receive this request kindly and agree to meet. My proposal would take place in your capital city of Pyongyang at a location of your choosing. Thank you for your consideration Supreme Leader.

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From PRESIDENT CHOO of the REPUBLIC OF KOREA

Choo also decides to message the United States and Charles Stewart as well, as the most recent meeting between the States and the North has left the Korean Republic sandwiched in the middle of a diplomatic labyrinth. No matter what direction President Choo decides to take, her detractors will surely attack her with every possible means at their disposal. Now was not the time for indecision or backing down to the opposition, for the entire Democratic agenda now rests upon the President’s fingertips.

한국 공화국
The Republic of Korea

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弘益人間
Benefit broadly the human world

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CHOO MI-AE • PRESIDENT • SOUTH KOREA
CHEONG WA DAE • SEOUL
1 SEJONGNO, JONGNO-GU

To President Charles Stewart,

My friend, I congratulate you upon a successful meeting with the DPRK. Should fate have it, I too intend to meet with Supreme Leader Kim and bring diplomacy back to the Korean peninsula. I feel the United States has proven essential towards getting the Kim Regime to back down and open a dialogue for peace at last, and the people of the Republic of Korea are surely thankful for that. I wish to personally request a meeting with Your Excellency. I wish to discuss multiple matters the likes of which include a limited free trade agreement between the US and South Korea, as well as the future of energy development and American relations in Korea and the Pacific. If this sounds agreeable I do hope such a meeting is possible.

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From PRESIDENT CHOO of the REPUBLIC OF KOREA

At that moment a young intern knocks on the door and is told to come in. “The primary is nearly starting Madame President. The cabinet insists that you come and watch it.” President Choo nods her head and shuts down the computer. She agrees that it is probably best to come and get a true look at what her party will be up against in the elections. Ever since the impeachment of Park Geun-hye, the Democratic Party has retained control over the Presidency... but nothing can last forever.

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Daegu, North Gyeongsang Province - Host city of the Liberty Party’s primary debate

Park Geun-hye and her corrupt administration divided the Liberty Party, with many of the more moderate right-wingers defecting to form the Bareun Party, pushing the remnants of the Saenuri further right. The societal polarization of the early-to-mid twenties (the 2020s that is) however led to more center-leaning parties to essentially fall out of favor, including the right’s Bareun and the left’s Party for Democracy and Peace. The American Dilemma, as well as general governance issues including some of the highest tax rates in the democratic world have led to a recent resurgence in the popularity of the Liberty Party. Won Yoo-chul, a well-spoken, renowned, and bombastic conservative politician is the current favorite in the Liberty Party’s polls, and stands front and center among his peers on tonight’s debate stage.

“That concludes our Liberty primary debate, congratulations to all of our participants for contributing to a valuable process of our democracy. Now all of our esteemed participants will give their closing remarks. The gentlemen Won Yoo-chul will get to speak first.” Won takes one last sip of water from his now empty glass and adjusts his tie. His podium positioned in front of the others, he commands the stage. After clearing his throat and with millions of South Korean men and women watching around the country, he begins his speech.

Ladies and gentlemen, I thank you for the great honor and privilege it has been to speak with you all here tonight. I also wish to thank these men and women behind me for a rousing and competitve debate, while I myself would love to be your next President... really any of my colleagues here would be better than another Democrat.

*Chuckles can be heard coming from the crowd as the moderators ask for silence*

Come 2027 the Democrats will have been the party in control for an entire decade. That’s TEN whole years where the people of South Korea have been taxed to pieces and robbed of the money that they have worked so hard to EARN for themselves. Businesses have been targeted as scapegoats for the malfunction and discord that is now all too prevalent in our society. Our companies have regulation after regulation piled on top of them because of some sort of misplaced sense of anti-elitism. This has all made our Republic uncompetitive on the world stage: not only do new companies not want to do business here anymore, but our pre-existing companies are leaving this country in favor of CHINA. If we are to survive and thrive in this world we need to support our great businesses that provide the backbone to our economy!

*Loud cheering and clapping erupt from the audience... once again the moderators demand they be quiet*

AND THEN, when America turned its back on the world, on its own ALLIES, what do the Democrats do? They get CLOSER to those backstabbers! President Choo made it a priority to become even more friendly with the United States, obeying the Americans’ every whim. What kind of weak leader turns her back to her own people in favor of some treacherous foreign power? As her people suffer under the burden of overbearing taxes and a shrinking job market, President Choo was in America kissing up to Dean Hampton and Charles Stewart. It is clear where her allegiances lay. A vote for the Democrats in 2027 is a vote to keep our great nation in the shadow of AMERICA! It is time South Korea says enough to being a glorified puppet-state, it is time that South Korea votes for LIBERTY!

Won’s closing speech is met with a roar from the crowd in attendance and a standing ovation. Even the other debate members in the background are clapping in agreement, as the moderators decide it is not worth the effort of trying to calm everyone down. To everyone watching, in that moment, it became clear that Won Yoo-chul was going to wind up being the Liberty Party’s Presidential nominee. To everyone watching, it became clear that this wasn’t just an ordinary closing remark, this was not meant to fuel Won’s campaign through the primaries... this was essentially a Presidential campaign rally. It was still unknown who the Democratic candidate for President would be, but whomever the choice was will have their hands full in the upcoming election. Gone are the days of civility and decorum between opposing candidates, this was going to be a grueling and vitriolic election cycle perhaps never before seen in South Korean history. All President Choo could do as she watched Won give his remarks was cross her arms and shake her head with the same steely, unmoving visage which had taken over her face almost as soon as the debate had started. “South Korea will never be the same...”

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Latvian Media in Mocking Frenzy
By Adriana René

Several Government Officials Leave Conference

President Julija Stepanenko delivered a speech to her nation earlier in the week, in which she passionately called for an investigation into a series of Latvian business moguls she accuses of several corruption charges. Foreign support was tacit, but nonetheless materialized, from human rights organizations, the OECD, and the Governor of Kaliningrad Oblast(strangely).

In her own country, however, several major media outlets have expressed negative reception to the president’s announcement, in a seemingly coordinated offensive of dismay, mockery, and argumentum ad hominems. It should be noted that most of these outlets, Both daily newspapers Diena and Neatkarīgā Rīta Avīze, the private TV channel Latvijas Neatkarīgā Televīzija and Russian-language First Baltic Chanel all have been alleged or even proven in the past to have links with Ainars Šlesers and Andris Šķēlē, both of which were accused by the president of corruption in her televised address.

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AntiFa leaders arrested call raids illegal and an overreach of power
By Ronald McMahon Jr

Rally in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Across the United States, many local AntiFa leaders have been arrested in raids following their classification as a domestic terrorist organization. In response to the raid, many chapters have claimed no connection to the “National AntiFa Movement” has it had become nicknamed, saying that the goals of each individual chapters vary too much to properly constitute a national movement. Much of the chapters which have denied connection to the National AntiFa Movement have formed a loose alliance titled “Anti-Capitalist and Anti-Fascist Action”, to avoid legal issue. Under this loose alliance, they are petitioning for the release of the many jailed leaders. Some have even pointed out to how some local chapters have provided aid to disaster relief during Hurricane Harvey. Of the total arrested in the US, 68 claim no connection to the national movement,saying they only attended the meetings for the sake of understanding what the movement could offer. The Anti-Defamation League issued a statement criticizing the raids, claiming that those they oppose are much worse. Redneck Revolt, BLM, and other groups have also expressed dislike of the raids. Detroit has been plagued by protests by BLM activists. Risking the possibility of being considered terrorists, many college students along with ACLU have demanded that those arrested be released, and some demanding that the trials are “televised to ensure there are no foul play”. Meanwhile it seems that the overall opinion of the raids by Democrats and Republicans are shared, both believing that the AntiFa must be punished accordingly. President Stewart’s approval ratings stand at an 85%.

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DPRK citizens truly happy for the first time while Admiral of the Fleet of the Korean People's Navy Li Yong-Ju takes over the city of Chongjin
By Ham Ha'un

This port has been seized by the rogue Admiral.

The cuts to the military shocked many both inside and outside the country, angering some generals. When some attempted to protest, the soldiers had revolted, and officers joined them as well. All across DPRK the common folks welcomed the change, and celebrations have been reported to be heard in South Korea too. The people love it.
Following the drastic reductions of the military budget, North Korean Admiral and self declared “Follower of the Way of Juche” Li Yong-Ju used 145 total ships (all but 1 being patrol ships, other being a single submarine) to capture the important port city of Chongjin. The city is home to the Russian and Chinese consulates, the second most important international shipping port in the DPRK, multiple foreign clubs for foreigners involved in shipping there, an airport, two railways which go through the city, 12 schools, and squid processing plants. North Korean intelligence and satellite imagery show that the office from which Admiral Ju operates and runs the city from is in fact a yacht docked in Chongjin. From this yacht and from the news which the DPRK state agency lets out to the world, it is believed that Admiral Ju is suppressing riots and news of Kim Jong Un’s reform in the city. The popular opinion of the admiral in the DPRK is very clearly filled with hatred to him. Many of these common folks have called the Admiral a “no good thieving traitor who dared betray the Supreme Leader”. Though, with the significance of the city, the effects lifting of Chinese sanctions and the new DPRK budget will have a minute effect on the country as a whole, unless the Supreme Leader can manage to retake the city with little damage to it.

Admiral Ju has informed the Millennium Chronicle PRC branch via the Chinese Chongjin Consulate that he is willing to negotiate a deal to surrender the city to Kim Jong Un in an “open and free” place where “the world can view the treachery of the man who betrayed Juche”.

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10% increase in approval for Putin
By Vadim Ivanov

Putin is one old President.

Despite Putin responding to the criticism he has received, Vladimir Putin isn't winning the hearts and minds of his country like he used to. The 10% surge in popularity has been attributed to the recent “Siberia Plan” with plans to develop the country east of the Urals making him and the United Russia Party gaining much support in Siberia and the Far East. However in St. Petersburg and in Moscow the plan has been criticized by the opposition claiming it will lead to the federal government ignoring the needs of the people in the West, despite Putin’s reassurance. Putin is expected to turn 74 this October, and many in his party have requested that Putin begin looking for a new candidate that the United Russia Party can champion behind.

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Sweden Democrats retain a close majority in Riksdag
By Martin Ossler

Sweden Democrats celebrate another victory in the elections

The Swedish Elections was one that was to be close, but the Sweden Democrats managed to prevail with their coalition. Managing to gain 181 seats in the Riksdag for the coalition, which many have taken to call it the “Sverige, idag, imorgon och för alltid” or “Sweden, today, tomorrow, and forever”. Meanwhile the Social Democrats, with their full support of the Greens and the Left Party had brought them with 124 seats, while the old and decaying Alliance Coalition of what is left of the center-right taking 38 seats.

But what shocked the nation was that the Alliance Coalition pledge to support the Social Democrats, which effectively brings their control over the Riksdag to 168 seats. Which could be a difficult opposition for the Sverige, idag, imorgon och för alltid, but many call it a desperate last move which is to fail. But only time will tell if the Left, with their new found supporters from the former center-right, can take back what was theirs.

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Brasileiros Novos Integrantes Party makes surprising gains
By Tereza Rios Saraiva

Brazilian celebrate the rise of the new party

The Brazilian General Elections of 2026 were one that was to be closely watched, after the economy shattered and left Brazil drifting to try and manage people turned to alternatives to support it. One of those were the Brasileiros Novos Integrantes Party, which shocked the nation with their gains in both the Federal Senate and the Chamber of Deputies. Taking 13 seats in the Federal Senate and a staggering 120 in the Chamber of Deputies.

The party sadly couldn’t make victory in the elections as the coalition, Change Brazil manage to squeeze a victory from both the Integrantes and the rival coalition. Capturing 200 seats between all their coalition members and securing the Presidential victory, they also gained 38 seats. While the rival Coalition, With the Strength of the People, gaining 193 seats in the Chamber of Deputies and 30 seats in the Federal Senate. This seems to be a change in the political scene in Brazil, where a party united with the people is now the third largest party and capable of facing against the two coalitions on even terms. Only time will tell if their battle will be victorious or not.

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Russian troop evacuation successful, fighting begins to break out, Turkish refugee militias spotted working with Transnistrian government
By David Ignatius

Tanks roll in on Dubăsari as those who remained watch hopelessly.

The last plane left Chişinău International Airport carrying the last Russian troops that were originally stationed along the Transnistrian-Moldovan border. The Transnistrian President Vadim Krasnoselsky has expresses great disgust towards their withdrawal of Russian forces. Meanwhile in the border town of Dubăsari, where the Moldovan and Transnistrian forces have stared each other off when the conflict began has been captured by the Transnistrian forces in a successful attack which has shocked the world. Besides the surprise attack, the sudden capture of the city has been attributed to the Transnistrian government creating militias employing the poorer Turkish migrants fleeing the Turkish Civil War. An investigation by the Human Rights Council suggests that Transnistria is working with human trafficking cartels operating in Ukraine and Turkey to “purchase” these migrants for the militias. Moldova reports that Transnistria had “ignored the call to parlay” and “called in mortar strikes on targets with high civilian concentration”. Casualties are estimated to be around 120, with much of the city being evacuated and NGOs being prohibited from sending aid to the captured city. Moldova nor Transnistria has declared war (officially, but both militaries have already begun treating the rising conflict like a regular war) but border clashes have increased radically. Moldova has called on CESDOT for assistance in liberating and bringing in Transnistria back into Moldova.

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DR Congo accepts Chinese offers of military bases and involvement in SCO following increase in rebels
By Jean L’ovurte

Rebels as seen here have begun to retake the roads in the eastern part of the nation

The Congolese Ambassador to China told a press conference in Beijing that the DR Congo will agree to the terms that the People’s Republic of China offered, which included the construction of two military bases and looking into membership/observership in the SCO. The acceptance of the PRC terms comes after it was reported that many rebels have begun to regroup and collaborate among each other. Kinshasa, meanwhile, has been struck by democratic protests, and the cries for legitimate, clean elections echo throughout the nation. Many officials and the UN worry that the rebels will use the calls for democracy as justification for their actions. Meanwhile, coltan mines in North Kivu have come under attack by rebels. Many of these rebels are suspected to be receiving weapons from Rwanda, however Rwanda and the EAC have officially denied these claims.

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Venezuela tells U.S. embassy in Caracas to cut staff by 80 percent; detains U.S. citizens
By Miguel Angel Yunez

President Nicolás Maduro at a rally in September, 2025

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro accused the United States of plotting a coup against him, weeks after Washington convened an emergency OAS meeting to discuss the crisis in Venezuela, and demanded that the Embassy of the United States in Caracas reduce its staff from over 200 workers to 17 individuals within two weeks.

The Venezuelan Ministry of Interior and Justice confirmed that same day the government had detained U.S. citizens, including a pilot, on suspicion of espionage, in a move likely to strain already tense relations between Washington and Caracas.

"We have captured some U.S. citizens in undercover activities, espionage, trying to win over people in towns along the Venezuelan coast," Maduro reiterated at a rally in Caracas adding one was a U.S. pilot detained in the volatile border state of Tachira.

"In Tachira we captured a pilot of a U.S. plane, of Latin origin with all kinds of documentation," Maduro said, without offering details.

He said U.S. politicians including former President Donald J. Trump, former Vice President Mike Pence, and Senator Marco Rubio would be blocked from entering Venezuela.

Maduro added that Americans will have to pay twice the amount in visa fees that Venezuelans pay to get into the United States.

Neither the US State Department or the US embassy in Caracas were available for comment.

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Pakistan arrests former PM, Taliban willing to meet with government
By Hamza Ali

Celebrations in the streets

Sweeping reforms hit the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, leaving many of the youth optimistic for the future of the nation. Many cities have had celebrations following news of the arrests of former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf, who was dragged from a plane headed to London in Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. He is charged with corruption, abuse of power, conspiracy to commit murder and treason. His location is currently unknown to media sources, and news awaits his faith in Pakistan. Meanwhile in North-West Pakistan the Taliban has agreed to accept negotiations with the government as increased insurgent attacks from neighboring Afghanistan and internal conflict in the region seems to only rise. Representatives of the Taliban government have begun traveling to Islamabad to meet with the Prime Minister to begin discussions. In other news from the Islamic Republic, the government’s announcement to increase funds to PPAF has been controversial, specifically from members in the military, who believe that the military budget must be increased radically due to reports of increased aggression from neighboring India.

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Elections in Morocco
By Samir Bennis

About 16 million Moroccans went to polls to pick representatives for the 395-seat lower house of parliament

AT HIS final rally before Moroccans went to the polls on October 4th, Mounir Majidi, the incumbent prime minister, took a moment from lauding the Moroccan military victories in the Western Sahara to attack his political rivals. The Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) are bandits, he said. He questioned whether they loved their children and taunted the monarchy-controlled press who’d backed them from the start.

He had good reasons to be upset. Mr Benkirane ruling Justice and Development Party (PJD) claims to have encountered big obstacles in the run up to the election. The press was plainly skewed in favour of the opposition while the king has been accused of pulling strings in an election he is supposed, as a constitutional monarch, to stay out of. The Ministry of the Interior, run by a close friend of the king’s, was also forced to deny it had organised an anti-PJD rally.

Despite the whiff of royal electioneering, the PJD found its way to victory, solidifying its position in parliament with 115 seats.

As last time, neither side has a majority. The crucial question now is who the PJD will deal with. In 2021, they drew on the support of eight other parties, shutting out the PAM in second place.

The PJD may find it difficult to form a new coalition. One of its former partners, the conservative Istiqlal party, lost 25 seats in the election. But it fell out with the PJD in 2013 over the government’s economic reforms. Another former partner, the centre-right National Rally of Independence, won 37 seats, but it has said it would not link up with the Islamists again. In third place, the new comer party Moroccan National Unity led a coalition of socialist parties to a strong third place position of 16% of the vote. In prior elections, socialist parties had been small and disunited. Now, they’ve seem to have become a relevant political force overnight.

The turnout—reported at 73%—was best in cities, with the young and educated especially active and leaning left. Outside the central train station in Rabat, Bilal, an urbane 24-year-old, said he voted, “because I believe it can be the start of change”. Other parties that won seats are small and politically divided.



Results
Justice and Development Party - 28.88% - 1st place, 115 seats
Authenticity and Modernity Party - 24.67%, 97 seats
Moroccan Unity Front (16.03%, 63 seats)- coalition led by Moroccan Unity Party(5.12%) in coalition with Socialist Union of Popular Forces(6.19%), Party of Progress and Socialism(4.72%)
Istiqlal Party - 5.56%, 22 seats
National Rally of Independents - 9.32%, 37 seats
Popular Movement - 6.84%, 27
Constitutional Union - 4.52%, 18 seats
FGD - 2.83%, 11 seats
MDS - 1.34%, 5 seats

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Flaws of Democracy: Indian PM Ishwar Gulati wins another term, recount demanded
By Evan Matthews

Anti-BJP protest comparing former PM Narendra Modi to a terrorist, claiming the BJP has always historically been an extremist organization

“It's like the 2016 election but worse and Indian!” an American intern at the Chennai Consulate exclaimed, and many who witness can't help but agree. The BJP’s candidate and current Prime Minister Ishwar Gulati has secured another term, much to the dismay of the opposition parties and many religious minority groups in India. While the victory was well received, members of the BJP have expressed disappointment in the lack of effort Ishwar has taken to establish a Hindu only nation, as a BJP MP had famously declared that “by 2024 India will become an exclusively Hindu nation”. In the South, especially in the communist controlled state of Kerala and the highly cultural nationalists Tamil Nadu have begun demonstrations in protest of Ishwar’s victory. Security experts fear that violence against India's Muslim and Christian minorities can only get worse, and there are worse fears that there might be retaliation. In West Bengal, Muslims have begun mass protests, blocking roads and marching on streets. In Goa, many Christians have begun to do the same. A few members of the opposition have even called for a recount, though both Saddam Azad and Satish Mishra, the opposition candidates, have called the cries of a recount “childish”, with both parties stating the necessity to accept the democratic process and accept Ishwar Gulati as the Prime Minister. Of the total votes, 38% voted for Ishwar, 35% for Saddam, and 17% to Satish.

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Sweden Hosts Olympics amidst Budget Overcosts
By Christina Malm

The Swede National Olympic Team

When investigator Jöran Hägglund indicated that it was entirely possible to host the Winter Olympics in Stockholm back in 2018, he estimated the implementation budget at 9.79 billion SEK (€1.13 billion) and the investment budget at 2.5 billion SEK (€290 million).

But now, €1.35 billion over budget later, some Swedes have been left scratching at what the money went into. And how quickly it went.

The games will be concentrated entirely in the Stockholm area, and only eight of the alpine events are planned to be held in Åre. In order to host the international athletic events, five investments were necessary; a new track to bobsleigh, luge and skeleton, improve the vertical drop fairly much in Flottsbrobacken, a new ski jump, speed skating venue and a cross country venue. The infrastructure and other ice venues already existed in Stockholm.

Had the Swedish government not opted for this cost cut, it would have had to support the games with even more big money, several 100 million euros. However the IOC requires the government to guarantee support for cost overruns etc.

A more thorough investigation showed that the cost estimation was uncertain. IOC requirements would demand reconstruction of several existing arenas, adding VIP lounges for IOC members and separate ones for media, restaurant kitchens etc.

Regardless, Swedes around the country are celebrating their country’s success in the tournament, taking home 14 gold medals, 14 silver, and 11 bronze for a total of 39. Germany came in second with 14 gold as well but a total of 31 medals and Canada in third with 29.

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Moroccan Jet Fighter Crashes in Algeria
By Hamid El Mahdaoui

Moroccan RAF F-16 flying over Western Sahara

The Moroccan Royal Air Force has confirmed in a press release the crash of one of their F-16C/D Block 52+ multirole fighter 22 miles southwest of Tindouf. The aircraft had been participating in Moroccan air strikes over Mijek when it suffered an apparent near-miss with a surface-to-air missile believed to be fired from an 9K33 Osa, NATO codename Gecko.

Location of crash[i]

The pilot was not aware of the extent of the damage caused to his craft, as his onboard instruments showed no indication for either the pilot or air command to be concerned. However, while reengaging to provide air support to Moroccan troops requesting air support at the outskirts of Al Mahbas, the aircraft lost engine power and was exposed to a projectile from a Polisario manpad, forcing it to crashland in the next closest thing to enemy territory; Algerian territory.

It is unknown if the pilot survived; the Moroccan and Algerian governments have not been available for comment, with the prior still in the midst of tallying the votes in a general election.

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Independent Leftists Wins Egyptian Presidency
[i]By Lappel Du’vide

Crowd of supporters carry Ali outside his campaign headquarters

Riding a wave of populist anger fueled by a memory of political repression and private sector corruption, the leftist independent candidate Khaled Ali won the presidency of Egypt, Sunday with over 38 percent of the vote—7 percentage points above his nearest rival, Bahaa El-Din Abu Shoka—according to results released by the electoral authority on April 2.

Mr. Ali’s victory puts the popularly elected independent president with no ties to the military at the helm of Africa’s third-largest economy for the first time, a prospect that has filled millions of Egyptians with hope — and both the nation’s elites and the West with trepidation.

Ali was an activist before, during, and after the 2011 Egyptian Revolution. He has been involved in worker strikes before and since the downfall of Mubarak's regime, and been an active supporter of the role of workers in the revolution and the labor mobilization that took place during it. He has denounced violent acts by the police and military, and has represented revolutionaries and the families of those killed in court. Ali has been detained in by Egyptian security forces in the past. All serving to make Ali a nationally relevant politician for more than two decades and it seems to have finally paid off.

The core promises of Mr. Ali’s campaign-social and economic justice, including core issues like regional economic strength, protecting natural resources, fighting corruption, addressing unemployment, improving workers' rights, and great stress on education, which he believes will lift Egypt out of poverty-were immensely popular with voters, but they come with questions he and his Officially unregistered Bread and Freedom Party may struggle to answer.

How will he pay for his ambitious slate of social programs without overspending and harming the economy? How will he rid the government of bad actors when some of those same people were a part of his campaign? Will he burn bridges with a United States resurgent on the world stage in favor of Iran or strike a balanced chord?

Khaled Ali will take office on June 8.

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The Drug War takes a new turn
By Yura Dhot

Mexican Army intercepted a convoy carrying these weapons headed to the American-Mexican border

The War on Drugs has taken a new path with many cartels beginning to reorganize and react to the drastic new changes enacted in both the United States and in Mexico. Most notably was the reaction from Los Zetas, a cartel long being described as entering a slow decline since the middle 2010s. Following the recent deal with the EZLN, the EZLN has issued multiple statements discussing the negative effects drugs have had on many indigenous communities, and had called for local clergy and community leaders to “denounce the moral depriving substances”. Along with that, intense pressure from EZLN on the Zetas has led to a severe decline in Los Zetas operations beyond Veracruz. In fact, the impact of recent legislation on both sides has been described as “enticing strikes and demands for better wages” following the recent legalization of marijuana in the United States, causing the demand for marijuana to sharply drop. Reports are stating that due to the decentralized structure of operation of Los Zetas, many local operators in former Los Zetas territory have defected to establish small-scale statewide only operations, declare allegiance to the rising Jalisco New Generation Cartel, or their production facilities/farms have been overtaken by the workers. As their grip along the Gulf of Mexico weakens, many key officials in Los Zetas have been rumored to take shelter in Guatemala, where they have been using funds for bribery and increasing their influence over parts of the Armed Forces. Already, Los Zetas is believed to have control over Guatemalan special forces Kaibiles, which have allegedly been used in operations against in south Chiapas on the important Zapatista city of Oventik, though both the Guatemalan government and members of Los Zetas have denied these claims. The Guatemalan Ambassador has criticized the recent policies by Mexico, claiming that it had only “pushed these vagabonds into our nation”. While the Jalisco New Generation Cartel try to grasp for power in areas where Los Zetas had lost it, other cartels in Mexico have begun to prepare their forces to try and counter the rising influence of Jalisco New Generation. In fact in Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, had recently come under attack by the joint forces of both the remnants of La Familia Michoacana and the infamous Sinaloa Cartel, and both groups have made attempts to launch sieges on nearby villages. Luckily Mexican forces have repelled the cartels, however this is a sign that a power struggle among the cartels is most definitely rising.

Meanwhile in the United States many street gangs which had relied on both home-grown and smuggled marijuana for revenue have begun targeting marijuana dispensaries in many low-income areas from California to Texas. Many crime-analysts and DEA spokespersons have claimed that many street gangs have in fact established connections with the cartels across the border. The director of the DEA has said in a statement to the press saying “The expulsion of our agents from Mexico has led to the increasing establishment of financial connections between multiple cartels and street gangs in the Southwestern United States. This was highly preventable”. The DEA director has not responded to comments, and the press are awaiting a response from the Mexican ambassador and President Stewart in regards to the director’s comments.

Meanwhile in the United States the ramifications of the marijuana legalization has been generally described as mixed. Marijuana, formerly a Schedule 1 drug before it had been legalized, was important for many local PDs in states where it was not legal as many PDs gained revenue from the busts they made.

In the political sphere, some Republicans have expressed much discontent with the rest of their party and Congress due to the legislation, despite around 6 in 10 Americans supporting the legalization. The legalization of marijuana most notably caused a split among the grassroot Tea Party faction as well. A spokesperson for the Repeal Marijuana League, a newly formed loose coalition of Republicans, Independents, and Democrats who oppose the marijuana bill said to the press that marijuana “promotes indecent living and only encourage the criminals on the streets to continue their practices. It is a poison to our community and it must be abolished, plain and simple”. They are especially active in the Midwest states. Time will tell if they ever gain influence.

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Update on the Turkish Civil War
By Numerous Authors

Refugee camps like these are overwhelming Greece and other Balkan states despite EU migration policy

The following will be brief statements to update you, the reader, on the progress of the Turkish Civil War
Turkish expats in the EU and the US have been doing whatever they can to provide support to Erdogan. Erdogan has been viewed generally favorably by a majority of the expats, and it is believed that he receives a large part of his funding from them. Donation jars, fundraisers, and charity drives are a common sight among expat communities in Germany. Some of the goals of these communities include banning aid to the rebel factions on grounds that they are illegitimate groups which have sought to undermine the legitimate but suspended CESDOT member.

Another action taken up by some of these communities which has garnered shock was their formation of irregular militias. In fact General Akar’s forces were so taken aback by the large irregular militias that it has resulted in Akar’s troops being withdrawn from Eastern Thrace. Currently Eastern Thrace is under control of the loyalists irregulars.

Erdogan has been rumored to be collaborating with trafficking organizations and the Transnistrian government to essentially “sell” people in his controlled areas trying to flee the conflict to the trafficking cartels, who in turn herd them through Ukraine and sell them to Transnistria where they are used in militias. Both Erdogan and the Transnistrian government has denied these claims, but photographic evidence shows otherwise. The Ukrainian government and CESDOT has been requested by the UN to suppress the traffickers.

The German government has been accused by multiple NGOs for not doing enough to stop expats from going to Turkey to support Erdogan, flaming the conflict even more.


Meanwhile in Greece, the border has been overrun by hundreds of thousands of migrants trying to escape, and has become a battleground for the Greek military, refugees, militias in Eastern Thrace, and sometimes militias loyal to Akar attempting to retake Eastern Thrace. The organizational process has been criticized, and many are scattered throughout the Balkans, despite the best efforts of many governments. Greece has called for CESDOT to provide assistance in containing the conflict and redirecting the refugees to hot spots.

The Bulgarian government has come under fire by EU officials when border patrol opened fire on refugees coming from the Turkish border town of Hamzabeyli. Many point out that they were still in Turkish territory when they came under fire by the Bulgarian troops.

Al-Qaeda faction has begun taking up assaults on Kurdish territory, their brutal tactics have killed over a thousand so far. It is unclear if they are connected to Erdogan’s regime or not.

Aside from the loyalist militias taking over Eastern Thrace, no territorial changes have been made. It has been called a “horrendous war of attrition”.

Check back for more updates.

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Banana Epidemic stopped in Mexico, Cuba seeks to profit from healthy bananas
By Eric Angh

Bananas in these quantities have practically disappeared from grocery stores in many countries.

Mexico’s banana policy has been regarded as a relative success, however some experts have called for a temporary ban on bananas from China also due to Panama disease affecting China as well. Many are training to spot and prevent the transfer of the disease in the soil and to check if the plant itself is infected. While the reforms have been celebrated by domestic producers, some foreign banana companies like Dole have requested to be allowed to purchase land for cultivation, though many are against this due to allegations that the negligence of top banana companies have led to the spread of the disease in the first place.

In the Philippines, many plantations have been infected with Panama disease and bananas have been quarantined. The disease is easily transferable by storms and even by the soil on a person’s boot. As the disease spreads, WHO is calling for an increase in global research to combat and contain the spread of Panama disease. The monsoon season and trade is rumored to have increased the spread of the disease to India as well. In Myanmar, the high price of bananas have driven many farmers to begin full scale riots, demanding the government subsidize their plantations. A similar call for action is echoing in India and China as well.

The United States and the European Union are the largest market for bananas in the world, , but with the increasing rarity of the banana the price has increased radically. What used to average as around fifty cents a pound for a banana has skyrocketed to $4.50 a pound average. Meanwhile, Chiquita Brands International was forced to lay off 5,000 workers across 13 countries. In Honduras, banana laboratories and small breeds currently immune to Panama disease, long being kept for research, have been raided by cartels as they begin attempting to cash in on the banana demand, along with their lucrative drug trade.

The island nation of Cuba has however been little affected by the epidemic. Cuban agricultural officials have implemented quarantine and inspection procedures to limit the spread of the disease around the country. It’s isolationist nature has also allowed for some security in regards to its bananas. Most of its supply is perfectly safe. Pressure is on in both the EU and the US by consumer groups to lessen the sanctions to import bananas from Cuba and to ensure that those bananas stay fresh.

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Nigeria on the rise, Boko Haram fall down
By Oluwarantimi

Nigerian soldiers making pushes into Boko Haram territory

The Nigerian Government has seen large amounts of popularity by the people following several of its changes and laws. Most importantly the Urban Modernization Program the the National Healthcare, along with the increase in security which many Nigerians have said, “It is good to feel safe in our home and to be treated well in our home.”

Nigeria has also made several gains against Piracy with their amnesty program which has shown a 35% decline in piracy and has slowly continued to decline. They also have been making gains against Boko Haram pushing hard against the Islamic Terrorist group, capturing a vital economic center where one room as quoted by a Nigerian Officer, “Filled from floor to ceiling with Nigerian Nairas”. Sadly clashes between the Fulani Nationalist CLIP and the Nigerian Government has made tensions uneasy, the Fulani claiming that the Nigerian Army has enticed CLIP Militias into attacking Nigerian positions. Though no word from the Nigerian Government of these claims.

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Rise of the Beirut Treaty Organization
By Abd al Hakim

Palestinian march to celebrate the Beirut Treaty Organization

Shocking most of the world was something no one would of ever of expected in their lifetimes, but an Arab World wide alliance between all members of the Arab League. What has come to be known as the “Beirut Treaty Organization” or on paper the “Arab League Joint Arab Military for the goal of Mutual Defense and Security in all Respective Member Nations” has brought many worrying for the political stage in what is the Middle East and North Africa.

Many across the world see this as a result of the return of Pan-Arabism that hasn’t been seen since the Cold War. With Nasserists rising in Yemen and Egypt, Syria’s return to the Arab League, the Moroccan Unity Front, and general cooperation of Arab countries has shown to bring stability and prosperity that the region hasn’t seen in a long time. Though conflicts do threaten that peace such as Yemen and Turkey, though the war in Yemen is slowly drawing to a close as the Hadi-Led Government closes around the final pocket of Al-Qaeda and the Houthi-Led Government. Though no word having come from Israel of the alliance, it could lead to trouble now knowing that the Arab states will join together in any wars to keep the status quo.

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Sino-Indian Naval Confrontation leaves 33 dead, repairs needed.
By Rajesh Koothrappalil

They were sent to fight pirates, not each other.

Following the capture of a Belgian vessel by Somali pirates, the Chinese and Indian Navy had both responded by generally increasing security along the area. So far over 30 small pirate crafts have been destroyed, though no raid on pirate havens on the mainland have yet to occur. Piracy, however became a secondary issue when following the liberation of the said Belgian ship by the Chinese navy, a translator from an Indian ship demanded the Chinese vessel identify itself and move a nautical mile away, because the Indian vessel had claimed that there was risk if the Chinese vessel stayed close by as the Indian vessel claimed it was conducting anti-piracy activity in the area. Whether there was miscommunication or interference, it is not certain. What is certain was that gunfire was exchanged between the ships, and the Chinese launched an HY-4 missile dangerously close to the Indian vessel. Luckily a UN peacekeeping force was able to establish communication with both officers, the Chinese ship and crew are now moved and held in Bosaso, while the Indian ship and crew are held in Berbera. 11 Chinese have been killed, 12 Indians, and 10 UN peacekeepers who attempted to reach out to both the captains, but got hit by the blast of the missile.

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Zimbabwe Seeing Rise of Shona ethnonationalism and “witchcraft”
By John Tard

Last image taken of students from St John’s Zimbabwe School before it was blown up.

“Let me tell you, what good have they brought to Zimbabwe? They starve us, they beat us, and they make us poor. And this government wishes to see us accept them. No more. We will build an ethnostate, free from the degeneracy of the white men, the Ndebele, the Indian, the Chinese, the Xhosa, and all other races! We will abandon the religion of aliens, and return to the faith of our great ancestors, the ones who lived on this land and were fed from it. No more will we listen to the words of the foreign blacks, the foreign whites, the foreign browns and yellows. We will forge the ethnostate by all means necessary. As of such, we will destroy their tools of brainwashing, so that our people may be liberated. FIRE!”

The militants clapped as the artillery set the school to ruins. Class was in session at the time. This was just one of many attacks on education proclaimed by so called Shona Prophets, who claim great visions of an ethnostate, and the summoning of spirits and using weapons to slay the foreigners who are “only occupying this state”. Despite criticism by Shona historians that their movement is mostly based on Hollywood stories rather than actual history, and that the Shona are already a majority in the nation, the movement continues on, executing intellectuals and doctors. In fact, the Shona Cultural Defense League, a fascist Shona organization with primitivist elements leading this loose ethnonationalist movements, have issued bounties on engineers and doctors.

The wave of militant anti-intellectualism has been decried as incredibly absurd, and villages who refuse to comply with the SCDL get destroyed. A thousand are already assumed to be affected by the rapid militarization and massacres by the SCDL. Many are calling for mobilization of the military to suppress the movement before it gets out of hand. Already 300 are confirmed dead over the course of a few months.

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Tulsa, Oklahoma has been ravaged by an E5 tornado. The dead and injured are unconfirmed.

In attempt to regain money, Chiquita Brands International introduces Banana Coin. Just like their bananas, the currency is failing.

Thousands of websites with domains ending with .eu have come under attack, with all affected websites featuring the logo of the Golden Dawn and images of the German Chancellor hanging.

Right wing groups in Italy have begun to pressure the government to reconsider its homosexuality laws, consider Catholic doctrine when passing laws and regulations.

Papua New Guinea has accepted aid from both Australia and Canada.

Xinjiang independence movement leader has fled China, hiding in Kazakhstan. He has requested for asylum in India.

Italian-American man in New Jersey arrested for taking creepshots of people in public.

ADL says France is not doing enough to address anti-semitism in its borders.

Egyptian ships spotted carrying barrels of suspicious substances to Eritrea.

Moroccan MP has been asked to stop tweeting “420 blaze it”.

Tunisia to consider following Moroccan and American example and legalize weed, debate ongoing.

“Racism is bad” declares woke two year old who is on Twitter but shouldn’t be.

German found higher than Snoop Dogg in hotel room after going to local cannabis plantation in Morocco

French people refusing to eat baguettes to “Stop fueling the stereotype”

Dutch citizens plan to enjoy lower weed prices with new Moroccan competition

Japanese winemakers in France have been facing hard times despite superior wines due to quality laws.

Rastafarian movement gains a hold in the Netherland migrant communities.

New Penguin colony found by Norwegian explorers in North Pole, Norwegian Snow Penguin it is called.

Warlord Banda, a warlord in Liberia joins the Liberian Army. “Liberia is now forever stronger” Warlord says.

“There is no corruption” Egyptian anti-corruption watchdog says before being arrested for accepting bribes.

Jaguar mother with cubs spotted in Florida Everglades.

Suicide rates increasing with the heat wave, study finds.

Kinshasa accidentally flies the Chinese flag instead of the Congolese one.

Tamil politicians in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, have allegedly offered to end their riots in exchange the Indian government declares support for the self determination of Tamil people in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka meanwhile has made a request to China for an arms deal following more worries of Tamil nationalism/terrorism.

Earthquake in Italy destroys stockpile of mozzarella.

Saudi prince disowned by family for dabbing.

Three Pakistani men killed in celebratory gunfire.

American journalist in FTA controlled Turkey in jail, no reason provided.

"Cautiously optimistic" many Chinese analysts say in regards to the 2nd Wave Reforms. "For this to succeed the Chinese government must ensure that the current momentum to rapidly expand the economy is maintained.

Truth and Reconciliation Committee accused of being an "overreach" of power by the opposition in Mexico, opposition requesting that it be amended to reconsider the subpoena powers.

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Serbian Government Announces Further Modernization

The Serbian Prime Minister, Aleksandr Dubčic, has announced further plans for modernization of the Serbian Armed Forces. As opposed to previous reforms which focused on air equipment, this series of reforms will focus on the modernization of ground equipment, incentivizing indigenous arms manufacturing, and cracking down on corruption in the logistic and command structures. Already the government has announced that five undisclosed persons within the ministry of defense are under investigation for embezzlement and misappropriation of funds. The government has also ordered a general audit of the state armory to ensure that all equipment and funds are correctly accounted for. In addition, the government has announced its intention to purchase additional equipment from the Russian Federation, and sell or donate old equipment to its allies and partners abroad.

Towards that end, Serbia has requested to open negotiations with Albania to sell some of their equipment. As a gesture of good will, the Serbian government has offered to donate 10 BOV-3 air defense platforms to the Albanian Armed Forces.

Serbian Trade Initiative

As part of a new trade initiative, the Serbian government has requested a meeting with Montenegrin and Macedonian officials to negotiate the formation of a possible Free Trade Area. This FTA, provisionally named the "Highland Group", would focus on promoting the tariff-free or reduced tariff import and export of goods between members, mutual support in international trade disputes, and supporting development in its member states.

The Serbian Foreign Minister has also stated Serbia's interest in applying for an outside observer status in the Eurasian Economic Union. This would bring it into a closer cooperation with Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and other post-soviet states. The Serbian government has expressed hopes that a trade deal with such a large market could help stimulate foreign trade and the Serbian export economy.

Tax Bill Introduced in National Assembly

A bill has been introduced by SNS MPs in the National Assembly proposing tax cuts for the domestic automobile industry. The MPs say that Serbia needs to strengthen its export economy in order to stay competitive on the world market. They believe that tax incentives could help strengthen the Serbian auto manufacturing industry and create thousands of new jobs. They argue that this bill will incentivise car companies to open new plants in Serbia and create new manufacturing jobs. Opponents argue that it distorts the free market and will lead to increased taxes for the general population.

Bill Provide tax incentives to auto companies who seek to open factories in Serbia. This will come in the form of a 1.2% tax cut for companies that open factories in Serbia and reduced import and export fees for those companies

Yea: 147

Nay: 103

[The Pearl River]

Republic of Lebanon

Tripoli,Lebanon

Although the islamic state and the syrian civil war has ended, a conflict still remains in the northern cities of lebanon. As both sunni and shi’ite warlords controlled the cities and opressing the Minorities causing gang fights, violence, and other things. A large divide between the sunni, shi’ites, and alawitesremain in this cities.

Just like it’s libyan counterpart, several divisions of peacekeepers are stationed there to keep the area safe. But as time goes on more and more conflict only come to this place, The lebanese goverment has decided to stop this nonsense and send the sunni, shi’ites, and Alawites leaders in Baalbek

Baalbek,Lebanon

A lebanese diplomat sent from beirut is trying to take care of the situation confined in a small room filled with a sunni warlord, a rivaling shi’ite warlord, and the opressed leader of the Jewish and christian community. As he eats his aspirin and chugs it down with a glass of water he begins.

“Alright The problem here is pretty obvious you sunnis are mad because the shi’ites is opressing the minorities because you are all mostly syrian and are inspired by assad’s regime, am i correct?”the diplomat asked

"Correct us syrians fled our nation to spread al-assad’s revolution against the sunnis. The victory in syria gave us a morale boost to take over lebanon for the syrians and only the syrians”
Answered the Shi’ite warlord

“But think about the rest of us sunnis, The pitful syrians are no match for our artilery, sponsored by sunni nations near us. If we want to make this nation to prosper we need to cleanse this syrian filth away from our nation” The sunni warlord answered

“You boh are too blind to see the big picture here, us israe.. i mean jews are constantly being opressed by islamist just randomly shooting to the sky during sabbath. I mean we just settled down in lebanon to escape the hardships back in home” The jewish correspondant answered

“Shut up zionist” both the Sunni and shi’ite warlord answered

“Alright what you are saying is you are all different and came to lebanon with your opression and hate. You’re also saying that you are israelites, syrians, saudis, and other minorities. but in fact you’re not, you’re all phoenician the moment you enetred this nation we gave you aid but you spent it on useless stuff. all of you need to work things out and hey, the goverment can help with that we can pass new legislations that may help you, so Truce?” asks the diplomat

“Truce” all three of them answered

“Great i’ll send the intel to beirut and it’s hopefully going to pass”

Syeikh Sulaiman Refugee town,Lebanon

Military trucks from both the north and the south stopped to let the refugees from israel, Palestine, and turkey get off from the vehicles to seek asylum in lebanon some of these trucks include Books, Clothes, Furniture, Food, and water to supply the town. Although the town itself does have several farms the drought made harvest quite hard for a town formerly known as joubanieh.

It's current leader is (not surprizingly) Sheikh Sulaiman Ibn Umar, he rules this city that's as large as marsa matruh. A reperesentant from beirut is sent to tackle the problems the city has, She asks a women currently washing her clothes in the back of her house "Ma'am i'm here to survey what are the problems that bothered you here" The representant asked. "Well miss i think the lack of consistent electricty among our cities and nearby cities are a large problem, Maybe ask orhers if they agree with me".

After asking several other refugees their main problems are inconsistent electricity, water shortage, and Food resource shortage. So the lebanese goverment wil eventually build a food storages in the city in case of crop failure and droughts like these

Beirut,Lebanon

Tele liban News network

As the gereral Elections are comming the political parties are currently opening lavish political campaigns across lebanon from tyre to tripoli. Thousands await for the upcomming elections some are just bored and just want to eat shakshuka and smoke shisa ok i lied most of them just want to just eat food and smoke shisa.

But hey these are the lebanese elections, a time of joy and also the calm beofre the storm in the internet anyways here are the political parties and candidates that are running for prime minister of lebanon.

Dr. Amal Mudallali, Current Leader of the Future movement, and former UN ambassador to lebanon .Her party’s Ideals are to Liberalize, Industralize, And Westernize lebanon into a proper Secular state	Hassan Narsallah, Leader of the infamous hezbollah party. Pro-iran, Pro-Axis of resistance, and Anti-Zionism. His Party’s ideals to make Lebanon a Pro-Iran and Assad state and increase aid on assad’s syria
Micheal Aoun former leader of the FPM party. The FPM party promotes the rights of Lebanese expatriates and a relatively high minimum wage. The party's support base is overwhelmingly from Lebanon's Christian community, but includes a small number of Shia Muslims	Nabih Berri, Amal Movement leader. The amal movement is the largest shi’ite majority party in the lebanese parliament. A Populist and Conservative party simikar to hezbollah it’s also a pro-syrian party

Parliament of Lebanon

Bill: Medical and Education Reformations
Content: Make Healthcare easily accesable by Building more clinics And recruiting more doctors in Rural and Conflict prone areas in Lebanon making healthcare easily accessable.The goverment will also subsidise the medical industry with both herbal and chemical medicinal ingredients.

The same goes to education by building more school in rural areas, and Recruit more teachers to teach children and adults alike that has never studied in school before. Children that have mental disabillities will have a special class for them where the teachers can teach them and the students can communicate with others that have the kind of condition. As for physical disabblities all schools should have special books and test sheets for these students and the teachers can also help these students

Bill: Lebanese Citizenship Reforms
Content: Make citizenship application much easier for immigrants or refugees. After an immigrant finishes the application for citizenship, They are now considered both lebanese and phoenician This is used to strengthen lebanese nationalism so syrian or turkish refugees in lebanon are now ethnically considered phoenician after the Baalbek agreements.

Refugees and Citizens can also spread, and Practice their religion freely and a community of a new religion can apply for making their religion an official religion and has a chance on making a political party based on that new recognized religion

Bill: Aid to *Tripoli
Content: Giving more aid that includes food, clothing, and basic needs to the people in tripoli, lebanon. The lebanese goverment will also support tripoli’s renovation, Tripoli’s public places will also be renovated for easie access for the citizens

Bill: Women’s Rights
Content: Give women more rights by making muslim women the freedom to wear whatever they choose to wear, Give more fashionable hijabs to women, and let women have the freedom of rights and expression. Women can also choose any job that men can have amd vice versa

Bill: Electricity Repairs and Project Meditteranean
Content: More electrical lines will be build to provide consistentnelectricity throughout lebanon a line of wind turbine called the meditteranean line will be built across lebanon with enough manpower and around 3 rows of the wind turbines the project woll hopefully be completed in december

Bill: food storages in rural lebanese villages
Content: Food storages provided by the goverment will be built across rural lebanon in case of large drought and crop Failures

Bill: Desailnisation Plants in Sidon
Content: Several desalinisation plants will be built in sidon to provide water and jobs to plaestinian, syrian, and turkish refugees. 4 Desalinisation plants will be built in sidon for the time being and will be completed next February

Cedar Gazette

- Lebanese Minister of Culture tweets "TF why Israel can enter eurovision while us lebanese can't?"
- Netta Barzilai Exits the israeli music buissness and enter lebanon's
- Lebanese Information Production and Tech production currently growing at a fast rate
- Lebanese Soap opera Considered the best in the middle east and better than kuwait
- Lebanese Tech market now subzidised by the goverment meaning no overpriced Phones and searchibg the dark makret
- Indian Religions Gaining Popularity in Lebanon

[Romanussia]

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Warsaw, Poland:

A wave of people stood on the streets of Warsaw, talking in one unified rumble, all dressed in party hats and their eyes subtly drooped to show they were tired. It was a shivering day in the bustling capital that night, even for a day in winter, and pedestrians were dressed in the appropriate attire. Jackets and sweaters were very commonplace.

And then, voices started to yell out from the crowd. The rumble started to die as the city's people caught on to it, and soon, the entire crowd was shouting. 3...2...1!

And just then, Warsaw exploded. People popped their heads out from their windows cheering it on. They jeered and hollered with their parties in their apartments, and most of all, the cheers on the streets erupted the city. Bottles of champagne were thrown left and right, hugs and handshakes were exchanged, and smiles began to dawn. It was now a new year.

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President Jarosław Kaczyński stepped out of his motorcade, arriving at the National Assembly he so fondly remembers and frequently visits. He pushes his way through the press and bears all the flashes from their cameras and noise from their questions, finally entering the building. He took a deep breath. He had managed to gain the unwavering support of the country in the recent election. This was his second, yet final, term as President. Kaczyński got to work.

He quickly made his way to the hall, where the many politicians of Poland were already crowded around tables and chairs, talking fervently. He took his place at his podium, surrounded by Cabinet members on different seats above and around him, as his presence snuffed out the last peep of noise from the crowd.

Kaczyński glanced at the papers he arranged before him before clearing his throat, "Friends, rivals, we are here today to celebrate the inaugaration of a new President of Poland, the continuation of a sacred, historical legacy. I know I grow older by the minute, but I do say I have not lost any ounce of pride or fondness of this dear country, and I will use all my cunning and wit to further lead it into an age of prosperity and glory, of new tales of domestic success and international diplomacy, of martial discipline and political stability, for years, decades, maybe centuries to come. I will stand by my country and its citizens, for all the remaining years I have left with it, and I swear to protect and cherish it in those aforementioned years of my administration. Thank you."

He stepped off the podium and sat down to let his Cabinet speak, followed by massive applause from the crowd. It was done. His new term had begun.

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Jarosław Kaczyński, the second-time President of the Republic of Poland, was walking his way over the government building. He had taken off his suit, uncomfortable in the warming weather. His mind troubled him; it was well into his first year as President. He had been able to organize lots within the Assembly as he normally had before, but now it was time for him to finish his reforms.

Kaczyński had made his appearances in the National Assembly more common, stressed by the days of his administration falling away. But, he always reassured himself. A leader needed to be calm and confident, and this was only the middle of his career, after all.

He strode into the meeting place of the National Assembly, accompanied by his cabinet and party members, as the assembly promptly took their seats one by one. Kaczyński sat down in his old seat once more, and let out a sigh. He flicked through the papers in his binders attentively as the assembly stared on silently. As an awkward tension grew and grew, finally, Kaczyński leaned into his microphone and began to speak.

"As you all know, we have done much reform over the last couple years of my administration. Infrastructure and economics have been our main priority, and while he did focus on the military, those measures have been carried out quite, well, weakly. So, as a new age of economic prowess is continued yet more throughout Poland, I suggest we get to work on that developing portion of our country. We now have enough resources to work on it. So, why not? Today, I propose a new organization to be made within Poland, to help develop the military on a fluid basis, funded by the investors from inside and outside of Poland. As this 'company' does well, as in recruit more investors and soldiers and equipment, the stock will increase, and so will the quality of the military. While we reign in our diplomacy and continue infrastructure plans, this company will help bolster our military just more. If it doesn't kick off as well as expected, we'll seize the assets and continue as before. What say the rest of you?"

His party looked around, giving approval, smiling among themselves. They had reviewed the decision with Kaczyński at a meeting before, and plus, no one wanted to get on his bad side. But the opposition had a mixed feeling. Expressions of confusion and enragement grew on their faces.

"You want to officiate some kind of experiment into our Armed Forces? This is a horrible decision! It'll lead to the instability of our market and our economy, not to mention the future of the military. Why would the people be interested in this anyways? Is there a shiny new reward coming with it? It takes years upon years for a share to gain in considerable profit."

A voice rises from the back of the hall. Kaczyński turns to the man, Grzegorz Schetyna, standing up among his dissatisfied opposition party members.

"Except, this is a government organization, it's bound to do at least somewhat better than any private company, not to mention with our new purchases and increasing developments in our military department, this is the perfect time to capitalize. If anything, this will help show the people of Poland how strong and effective a stock market can be and how much our economy has grown, ramping up our already growing successes. This could very well be a very profitable endeavor, not to mention we'd be able to focus more on other sectors of our budget now that we haven't really gotten to either."

Soon enough, other parties started to not mind the plan. It was what the National Assembly had been calling for anyways, a higher priority and reform of the more out of date military. The opposition started to quell, and any other vehement protests were overshadowed. The bill was signed.

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Lublin, Poland:

With new reports of legislation reaching Lublin aviation camp about the authorization of a new military renovation program, the Organizacja Reformacji Sił Zbrojnych, the go-ahead for previous military proceedings finally reached enough financial backing. Drills and exercises were finally back in order, and, most importantly, an old purchase for new military equipment had now arrived at the camp short days after.

New F-15X Super Eagle had just arrived from overseas in the United States, an upgrade to the other planes in the Air Force, and another help to finally eradicate the Cold-War era planes Poland has hung onto. At a relatively low price, many new models were brought into the camp as well as a handful of others in Poland. New airspace procedures and exercises had now been started in few numbers around Poland, with new air wings being organized.

Maybe Poland can shed off its rotting skin, and really modernize its military after all.

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Kraków, Poland:

Jacek Czaputowicz, the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, was having a headache. There was much put aside for him since ascending to power, and his days as Foreign Minister weren't getting any easier. Nevertheless, he proceeded to continue checking over his drafts and letters until they were ready. After all, they were the matters of the entire state, he had to get it right, or it'll be trouble for him. His desk got littered with pens and papers displaying headlines of the news and writings of his own. Crumpled up balls of paper were also thrown across in random corners.

He had now finally set aside some time to send the official telegrams and make the national responses. This was no easy task, but Czaputowicz had grit, and a little bit of desperation, on his side.

He put in all his best efforts, and, eventually, finalized the telegram. Breathing a sigh of relief, and wiping his forehead of sweat, he took off his glasses and sat back, relaxing. After taking some time to space his mind out a bit, he sealed the telegram and sent it off for it to be received by Ukraine.

To the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine,

Greetings and respect, neighbors. I hope we are not intruding or causing any inconvenience, however, we would like to open into more friendlier diplomatic relations. With our new infrastructure and economic projects underway, it could help both of our countries to invest in those together and expand on them. Nonetheless, making friends with other countries is good, either way. If you are interested, we propose to elaborate on this in Warsaw or a city in Ukraine. We should also like to tell you that we speak on behalf of the EU as well, and could negotiate a new deal to enter into the union as well as our other aforementioned diplomatic goals.

Farewell and Godspeed, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland

[Duestchstien]

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Ensuring Growing Industries

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In the name of developing the economy of Nigeria the government will be hiring workers and firms to perform the following projects.
1. Constructing Tree farms in Ordo and Edo State. As the heart of the growing nigerian paper and lumber industry, Ordo and Edo will be giving money to hire a local workforce and local firms to construct tree farms in the Area and ensure the protection of local wildlife.

2. In order to help boost the quickly growing construction industry and to help the modernization program. All major highways will be upgraded to atleast eight lane highways, all minor national highways and state highways will be upgraded to atleast six lane highways, and local highways and major streets will be upgrade to atleast four lane roads. Other adjustments will be made in order to compensate for low or high traffic flow. In addition a system of Commercial Highways will be developed specifically for trucks, these highways will have tolls and will be meant for quick commercial use. This will ensure decongestion and safety on highways, as well as speedier roads for companies that can afford it.

3. Lagos and Kano will be required to have 100% of their roads paved by March 1, 2026 these will involve local construction firms to boost business in those regions.

4. The northwestern regions have been deemed fertile enough for grain farming. These state governments will be responsible with supplying local companies with phosphorous to fertilize soil, and equipment to effectively run farms. These companies will be responsible cultivating a number of grains, namely, rice, rye, wheat, and corn, which can be developed into mash, animals foods, and normal foods.

5. In order to boost industry and employment in the increasingly more secure northern states, the government will be funding the construction of food processing plants, such as rum distilleries, tobacco factories, chocolate factories, and grain factories, among others.

6. The federal and state governments of southern and central Nigeria will be tasked with developing the central Nigerian farming industry. This will involve inspecting farms and micromanaging problems, as well as tracking regional patterns and addressing regional problems to ensure a more effective country as a whole.

7. The government has also decided to build up an animal husbandry and dairy industry in the northeast where conditions for crops are not good enough. This industry will focus on goat, cow, and camel products supplemented by a chicken industry.

These programs will be funded from private funding, taxes, seized financial assets, and more.

Construction Updates and Projects

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This section will begin with brief updates on current construction projects.
The Hotel and ExPat District is under construction in Lagos.
The Ekko Atlantic Project has been completed.
The Lagos Metro Center has begun construction
The Lagos One Tower, Lagos World Trade Center, and New Lagos Stock Exchange have all begun construction.

In addition several small cargo and one terminal airports have begun construction through out the country to improve transportation. To provide power to the country, several firms have been hired to design and begin construction on Hydroelectric Dams in the South of the Country, Wind Farms in the Center of the country, and Solar Farms in the North. In addition, the new zoning laws for Lagos have been drawn up and approved and will be taking effect on January 1, 2026, along with that construction has begun for homeless shelters across the country.

Diplomacy

Communication of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

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To: The French Government

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To, Whomever it may concern
The Nigerian Government Greatfully accepts investments from the french. The expat district and several commercial buildings have begun construction in Lagos and the government of Nigeria would accept french help to accelerate the construction of these projects as they would provide modern office spaces and living conditions for french workers. The Nigerian Government will also supply french expats with Vaccinations for Region Specific Diseases (i.e. Not Including Flu Shots), and will also cover the cost of Malaria Medication. Again the Nigerian Government thanks the french for their investments and cooperation.

Sincerely,
Kinsley Moghulu

[Greater Redosia]

Kingdom of Morocco
المملكة المغربية
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Rabat, Morocco

The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, declares the appointment of a new Prime Minister. Mustapha El Khalfi, the former Minister of Communications and Spokesperson of the Government from before the 2021 has been made the new Prime Minister. People not surprised to see that Incumbent Prime Minister Mounir Majidi not chosen to continue, especially for his comments against the opposition citing "Unprofessional Behavior" and "Accusing the Monarchy of something they swore to stay out of". He was dropped for Mustapha El Khalfi, who wishes to be part of the King's plan for Morocco and ensure that stability was kept. Though the back lash of the newly appointed Prime Minister will surely be felt if Mounir Majidi decides to speak out once again, though he would come under threat of Moroccan Laws.

How the Government Situation were to be if following British Parliament Organization

The new political landscape has become much more difficult for the Justice and Development Party, their only two coalition partners being the Popular Movement and the Constitutional Union. Bringing their coalition together only up to 160 seats, facing against their opposition the Authenticity and Modernity Party with its allies of the Istiqlal Party, FGD, and the MDS. Bringing their total seats to 135.

The main threat is not the opposition, but the new cross-bench parties. Showing their allegiance to no one but themselves, both the Moroccan Unity Front and the National Rally of Independents have taken their new seats. Now the Government and the Opposition will need to appeal to the Cross Bench to ensure victory over the other. Which has brought the new parties and their blocs to cote for new legislation.

"It has shown evident that problems in the job and labor are have been preventing effective employment of Moroccan graduates. Businesses complain of lack of skills and the unemployed complain of lack of job employment opportunities. So what we propose is the Ministry of National Education the ability to set up easy two way communication channels, to ensure that those who are unemployed may be hired instead of those who are deemed ineffective by their businesses. To ensure that those that work hard get the payment they deserve as workers and as Moroccans."

"It sounds good on paper, but the implementation will be difficult, getting companies and schools to cooperate with the Government. As well as to make sure that the money is not being useless spent on something that changes nothing, we must be cautious in our endeavors as to make sure we are spending our budget correctly."

"We do not agree with you, the Justice and Development Party is in the light here, we must ensure that workers are capable of getting their due. We will be supporting them so that the Moroccan people may be properly employed, along with those who will support us. Like our Arab brethren who we wish to follow in our footsteps."

Bill:Education and Labor Reform

Reforms: The allowance of the Ministry of National Education, Vocational Training, Higher Education & Scientific Research to establish a link to businesses and places of learning. Allowing quick and easy communication and (with permission given by the students and/or their guardians) access to grades and progress reports. Giving the ability for businesses to hire those who have the skills and mindset for the needed jobs, decreasing the unemployment of effective workers along with the shortage of effective workers.

Vote:
Yes: 264
No: 131
Result: Passes with approval of the King

"It has been deemed necessary for our nation to look further towards the stars, seeing that space exploration has many benefits. Allowing to keep our nation safe from those that wish to do us harm, along with the amounts of respect it has brought to our scientific community. What we propose is putting more funding into the development of small "CubeSat" satellites which allow cheap yet effective ways to develop and test our technologies. We are also looking into funding into technologies that don't need fuel to travel in space, such as solar sails which have proven to work."

"Putting funding into small cubes shouldn't be our focus, our focus should be developing out infrastructure here in Morocco. Although these small cubes are cheap and solar sails don't require fuel, we don't have the infrastructure to launch these into space. These also won't help with the current situation our country is trapped in, seeing as we are dealing with a crisis in the Sahara aren't we?"

"We see this as a chance to bring us closer with our Arab brothers, even those across our borders in Algeria. Space has one thing in common, it is big enough for all of us. So we must work together so that we may use it as well, imagine it! Continuing the plan the United Arab Emirates brought forward, a Pan-Arab Space Agency. It could truly bring us together by another step, mend the rift and bring us technological benefit as well. As for bringing these into space, we can hope that Europe will allow us to hitch a ride on their rockets. By allowing us to also bring our space intended items to space."

Bill:Additional Expenditure to the Moroccan Space Agency

Changes: The Moroccan Space Agency will be given an increase in budget by .7315 of the current budget which would give it an additional 200 million USD dollars in spending.

Vote:
Yes: 239
No: 156
Result: Passes with approval of the King

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From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
To: Government of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria

We would wish to bring to your attention that the conflict in the Western Sahara has been getting out of hand in the politics of our Governments, as well as the regional stability between our nations. It has also come to attention that one of our fighter aircraft has been shot down and has been forced to land within your territory, we wish to discuss the return of the pilot so that he may be returned to their family. We wish to have this meeting in the town of Oujda, for it would be at the border between our nations.

We hope for your reply and that we may begin our diplomatic meeting,
written carefully, with a steady hand,
Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita

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Cadi Ayyad University announces plans to send CubeSats to space

In light of the new budget increase for the Moroccan Space Agency, Cadi Ayyad University has announced they will be cooperating with the Government Space Agency by making a University wide project for those to participate in to create CubeSats to send to space. Already five groups of students have signed up to participate and build these CubeSats, many excited to be doing something so new and for such an important task.

Cadi Ayyad University is the first to participate in this program to support the education of Astronomy, Aeronautics, and Aerospace engineering. The University was also one who has already been in the hopes for space exploration, it being the university to discover three Comets ( P/2011 W2 (Rinner), C/2012 CH17 (MOSS), and P/2013 CE31). It is unknown if more will follow suit, but it would give more future manpower to the Moroccan Space Agency to use in future endeavors for space exploration.

Concept for one of the CubeSats

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Destroyed Polisario T-55 Main Battle Tank

"2M TV reporting in. Fighting in the Western Saharan city of Mijek has scaled up recently as Moroccan forces try to capture the stronghold from the Polisario Front. The city of Mijek, once a United Nations Refugee camp turned into a full fledged city after several years of support. Houses and a clinic composing the town, all that of is being put at threat as Moroccan military personnel enter the small city facing heavy Poisario Resistance."

He adjusts his glasses, "The Polisario currently control the Northern and Eastern portions of the city, including the old refugee camp which serves as the administration center of the city that lays in the center of the city. The Moroccan Army current controls the southern and western portions, still committing itself in operations to take the eastern portion of the city. In fact, we go to one of the men on the ground live in the city."

"Yes, this is Sergeant Ali Laabi. Currently in the Western Portion of the city, we have been trying to keep damage to a minimum as we fought are way into the city. Thankfully with the support of the M113s we've been able to keep a steady pace as we liberated the city, which we wish to thank our American friends. as for casualties...We've so far confirmed of the 13,000 or so siege force we've lost about 856 men. At least as far as we can confirm, but I'm sure we've inflicted much more damage than what we have lost.

"How has conditions in the city been?"

"Conditions in the city were much alike now as before we arrived, lack of water was a major problem. With the siege continuing and more forces being directed to the fighting here, more damage will sure to be done. In fact we managed to destroy a large Polisario supply cache in the city with an artillery strike, sadly it also damaged the already fragile water supply system in the city. We hope that the siege will be over in a few months, which would be the end of this war as well."

"Well thank you, this has been the end of the special report on the Second Western Saharan War. Now next after these messages, is Pan-Arabism truly on the rise? Or is it just another phase in our history. More, after this."

National Projects of Morocco:
Rabat Solar Project: 20%
-Rabat II: 45.8%
Shabh Program: 34.5%

[Nasaira]

PROJECTS

Several diplomatic avenues had progressed in favor of the Diplomatic Peoples Republic of Korea, the biggest one being that China had lifted their sanctions against the DPRK and resumed trade and economic aid back to the nation. The event alone had greatly improved the situation inside of the DPRK. Several projects had already been planned, with the increase revenue from the budget cut with the military and disbanding of all paramilitaries, the first construction project planned was a nuclear reactor at Pyongyang. Estimated to be 9 billion to construct would be the first of 10 proposed nuclear reactors to help stabilize the nations power supply problem and help improve the quality of living for the population.
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The second major project that the state is undertaking was investing 500 million in the agricultural industry of the nation. In the proposed act the construction of farming domes would begin immediately. These farming domes would each grow a specific crop, this would help ensure that famine would no longer become a problem for the nation. Each farming dome would cost an estimated 10 million to construct. The majority of these farming domes would be located in the northern part of the nation.
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with the recent sanctions being lifted by China not only has trade begun to flourish again but also the flow of military equipment. In this a deal had been reached by the DPRK and China to reequip the armed forces of the DPRK with modern equipment. With this Russia has also embedded Spetnasz and regular infantry with the forces of the DPRK to effectively train the military forces of the DPRK. Camouflage uniforms has also started being issued to active duty soldiers of the DPRK, all of this is to modernize the armed forces and create an effective fighting force more effectively trained and disciplined before.
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MILITARY

Chongjin, North Korea

a joint operation was carried out between DPRK forces assisted with Russian Spetnasz and a blockade carried out by 18 vessels of the Chinese navy. The operation was a success with Russian Spetnasz cutting power to the city and using helicopters to conduct a raid of the yacht that Admiral Li Yong-Ju was using as his headquarters. DPRK special forces assisted by Russian Spetnasz troops captured the rouge admiral costing Russian forces 3 Spetnasz soldiers killed amd 5 wounded. DPRK loses included 18 killed and 23 wounded while rebel loses was 45 killed and 87 wounded. The rebel submarine attempted to flee but was sank by Chinese naval forces.

After the recent uprising a purge was carried out in the military with officers who participated in the attempted coup executed with mock trials presented as show to the public.

3 military service academies are established at the capital of Pyongyang. Each academy is associated with a branch of the military, one for army, navy, and air force. The acadamies are staffed with both DPRK officers and officers from China and Russia. These have been established to train a more professional force of military officers.

DIPLOMACY

OFFICIAL DIPLOMATIC MESSAGE FROM THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF KOREA

From: Hwang Dong-hyuk
To: -Republic of Egypt foreign office

To whom it may concern.recently the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has reintroduced itself to the world. As such the DPRK and the Supreme leader seeks a peaceful coexistence with the nations of the world and to establishing partnerships that will advance the world. One such partnership that the DPRK wishes to establish is with the Republic of Egypt. We wish to have a joint nuclear research effort amongst our nation for the effort of harnessing nuclear power. We are offering 1,500 work passports to the leading scientist of Egypt to come to the DPRK to work towards this goal.

[Military Lands of the Scottish People]

Incident in Kazakhstan

Taranovskoe, Kazakhstan
Early in the morning as Russian-Kazakh families were just waking up preparing for work or just returning, oblivious to the events transpiring throughout the country. But this morning was different. It was quiet. The power had been cut off which many had just assumed was a power grid issue, however it was much worse than they could possibly imagine. The group known as Tek Qazaqstan, a nationalist Kazakh group who had been demanding Russian interference be stopped in Kazakhstan, had a rising radical branch within it, Muslim radicals who had despised the Russians within Kazakhstan and wanted them driven out. A group of 300 Islamic militants raided the town following the lights being cut out began beating down the doors to apartments and houses, dragging out everyone. The Police who resisted were under armed as the militants used a technical to combat them. By sunrise, almost a thousand people were gathered in the center. The leader, Temir al-Nurzan, had arranged a camera to be placed in front if the crowd. He began a speech

Some quiet rambling in the background was heard though indistinguishable, sounding Kazakh. Eventually, the bearded man with a unibrow and wrapping over his head (which looked a bit bloodied, as if he were injured) and wrinkles stood in front of the camera holding what appeared to be a Lance.

“This, is directed to YOU!”
He pointed the lance to the camera.
“to the pigs in Russia who corrupt our land with the presence of such a miserable race! Such a miserable group of people! You have plagued this country, silencing our wise sheikh’s so that you may remain on top! Enough! We are tired of it! And whether or not our leader Azhir Turan would like to hear it, this action is required! This is only the beginning. Leave this country or suffer it's consequences.”

He walked over to a old man, wearing a khaki button up shirt and pants. He was a former Kazakh Soviet soldier who had been explicitly targeted.

“Do you have anything to say for yourself?”

The old man, overweight and bald, slowly went from slouched over and kneeling to sitting up straight, putting his hands on his lap.

'I have nothing to say, only that I hope God forgives you and that Russia forgives the Kazakh people for what you are about to do.’

“Pathetic.”

Temir then plunged the lance into the man's throat as the militants praised him and many in the crowd cried. One stood up in the back which then causes several others who began moving up. The camera, next to the technicals gun, is knocked over as it's 14mm Cannon unleashed a barrage of bullets into the crowd. The camera cracked as it hit the ground, a man picking it up looking into it, his face clean shaven and his hair grayed out. He then turned back the camera to the crowd, the crack blocking most of the crowd out.

It then cut off.

Moscow, Russia
A hour after it was published, the video received mass circulation in Kazakhstan and Russia, and by 10 AM several delegates went to Putin directly with the video.
Rushing in as Putin had just got done with light jog around the building, despite his age.

Personally reviewing the entirety of the video with a Stern look on his face, he was concerned with what he just saw

He sighed.

“What are we to do, Mister President? We are quite shocked… an entire village…”

Putin sat looking at the screen, paused at the leaders face.

“We are intervening. Our people must be protected. Send in several divisions, and seize the North. We cannot have it fall under our watch. I want you to begin this… operation by the end of today. Establish a Frontline in the city of Petropavl, and we'll organize an incursion southward. I'll leave the details to you gentlemen.”

The men nodded, walking out as they ordered border troops to begin the invasion, already prepped for the invasion ever since the anti Russian movement began.


Petropavl, Kazakhstan
The first movement took place in Petropavl as two armored divisions moved to secure the city. Led by Colonel Adam Brigadiv, they secured the outside of the city before facing issues, as Police and even some protestors were resisting. It would soon subside as the force pressed onward, eventually securing the city. Minor infrastructure damage occurred regarding some resistance with 3 civilians dead (named Alexsiv Brognadof, Nashur Daheen, and Lira Daheen) with two Russian soldiers injured (Dmitri Alekysei, Alexandr Postonya).

Besides that, the Police department was stripped of weapons and vehicles, the Army imposing martial law until it received orders from command.

North Korea

Pyongyang
Following Spetsnaz operations against the rebel Admiral, three divisions have been sent to North Korea to assist it in forming a modern military. Training North Korean crews in the use of the T-90s and T-70s as a deal was being arranged to arm them with 100 of each by the end of the year.

Russian Diplomat Aleksei Borg was present in negotiations, brilliantly organizing North Korea’s membership in the Collective Security Treaty Organization, receiving the approval from other members following it's appeal. As well, he secured access to North Korean resources as well as giving Siberian companies access to the North Korean military, a deal that benefitted both sides. Political Prisoners entered the “Korean Refugee Labor Program” which had them serve as free labor to companies establishing themselves in Siberia. They were to serve 10 years in the company which would grant them Citizenship and a small plot of land for them and their family; during that their young and elderly would live in camps performing small jobs for the government (Assembly of parts for weapons, tools, parts) and receive free education including a college Scholarship. Everyone received three meals a day, access to homes with heat and cooling, and a small house with three rooms, a bathroom, a small living room, and a dining room. Thousands were selected for this and assigned to various companies. Assistance to the North Korean food problem was also gauranted with rations being provided within three months.

A parade of the Spetsnaz and North Korean forces in Pyongyang occured after the talks finished, Aleksei Borg remaining there while getting to know Kim Jong Un and his family. Western Media reports that they dined fabulously, mocking the starving conditions North Korean people faced. As well, it stated this was the lifeline to North Korea and mocked the policy which they were following, trying to claim it was becoming a puppet in order to destabilize the Russian-North Korean relations.

The Russian Pacific Fleet also established a base in North Korea, using it to patrol with China in the Sea of Japan and (allegedly) capture North Korean refugees. Russia has also promised to train the Hermit Kingdom to use the T-14 Armata in order to familiarize the Nation's vast military with advanced equipment. It is hoped that a factory can be built by the beginning of next year.

With this, Aleksei is credited for organizing the reconstruction of Korea, earning both infamy and fame throughout the world. His actions have earned him the entrance of Putin inner circle as the two have been seen together multiple times since.

Deals in Siberia, Asia, and negotiations with China

Siberia
The Siberian Plan had went somewhat well within the initial months. In the far east oil drills and refineries, with it's employees being the North Koreans and locals. Several drills were made increasing the economy of the east, the taxes making the first camp was made for the North Koreans. Camps that would hold 500 people would be garrisoned by 50 soldiers. The first six months will be used to teach them how to speak Russian with intense sessions done until then. Diamond mining also was invested in, helping bring in a well needed boost to the industry. The Urals were being invested in by lumber companies while mining was slowly increasing. However few people moved east ward, as there were still no jobs available for them as the unemployed in the East came first. Overall progress was beginning and, seemingly, working.

DRDO Bhavan, New Delhi

Representative of the Uralvagonzavod company Alik Nashyov had just arrived to the city, residing in a hotel near the airport. He was given a week to organize a deal with the Indian government. He said he only needed a day. So with the first three days he spent his time in the local markets and restaurants although avoiding the poor areas as to avoid being robbed. On the fourth he made contact with the Department of Defense Research to organize a meeting, which would happen the day after. It would occur in the early morning, at 7 AM.

Preparing the night before, Alik had several drinks and tested his Indian once more, having been trying to perfect it since he first arrived. He slept at 12 AM, waking at 5 to prepare himself. He then got his proper documents and left for the DRDO Bhavan.

Arriving with a cup of coffee, black, he entered the facility and acquainted himself with their representatives until the meeting. A somewhat lengthy discussion occurred trying to organize Russian assistance in developing Trophy systems for India, specifically one like the Afganit System. However Alik knew that it must be kept a secret however promised to help bring in aspects of it and the T-90 Shtora system. Russian engineers would meet with the Indians to work on a system that benefitted both to create a new trophy system for use on Indian, and potentially Russian, tanks.



Taklamakan Desert

A vast program was undertaken to build a facility able to house 12,000 people comfortably, and as such a vast pipeline and reservoir system was created, with patrols following it to ensure no tampering. A large fenced area surrounded the city with heavy presence of guards, about 900, patrolling the area. All civilians were workers besides young children who went to school together. Partners worked in the city as well, as either fellow engineers, workers, teachers (for the school), policing, or chefs/waiters at the few restaurants. The Manufactory had been given 5 Armata tanks to use as well, to be used around the facility. It was a project funded by both Russian and Chinese governments, with only one road connecting it to the public and large dunes covered in Barb wire and even mines surrounding it.

Sahara Desert
Following the same plans as the one in China, with the same population and architectural plans, the city was rather far away from most towns with a connection to the Nile for water. The 5 Armatas would also be shipped for Egyptian testing. A contract was signed between both China and Egypt to ensure any actual damage done would be paid for and repaired (if it were to be tested in a combat situation)

Beijing
Representative Aleksei Borg, after leaving Pyongyang, had arrived a bit late to meetings with CSTO representatives and SCO representative. Able to chat with the president for a bit, something that would further benefit his reputation, both began pushing for talks to merge the two alliances to coordinate a much better organization in Asia rather than operating separately. Several days were used to thoroughly discuss the potential of a merge, until the last day when President Putin had arrived to discuss with President Hu Chunhua.

What was discussed was unknown but when they came out both were smiling and chatting as if they were the best of friends. Using each other's influence, they swayed a vote to merge both SCO and CSTO, and to begin the process within three months. Included was a requirement for a plan to merge the Alliances systems and every nations Military equipment, a way to standardize weapons, vehicles, and ammo, to create a fluent communication system and joint command throughout all nation's forces. This vast and extensive program is estimated to take 2-6 years to finalize, update, and standardize everything. Before that they will spend the rest of the year setting up the new alliance and preparing a schedule for joint training and Operations, as well as basic organization.

Aral Sea, Uzbekistan

Following the destabilization of Kazakhstan, Russian interests turned to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan in restoring and saving the Aral Sea. Light discussions were held discussing the possibility of setting up dams or redirecting water to the former lake without causing massive damage to Uzbekistan's economy or people. Investments are being granted to these nation's to help increase their interest in it. As well, an agreement between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan is being worked out to get them to help (using the oil and gas found within the lake)

Tuva
Ever since 2023, Putin has been taking trips to Tuva with his partner to hunt, fish, hike, and camp, usually with Sholban Kara-ool. Spending about a week hunting and fishing, generally taking a break from governing. Recently Putin has decided to invite several people to this trip, including US President Stewart, Aleksei Borg, Hu Chunhua, Kim Jong Un, and their families.

Covert operations

The Damascus Initiative

Ever since the stabilization of Syria several years ago, a operation referred simply as “друг” has been popping up all throughout Syria and now a facility labeled as “صديق (Sadiq)” has been revealed in Syria as what appears to be a construction site for a power plant, believed to be a nuclear one, near Damascus.

And more recently, plants like these have appeared in documents and reports in both Egypt (earliest) and North Korea (found via a Russian report prior to Aleksei Borg meeting).

In actuality, the program were state secrets under the name of the Damascus Initiative. With Egypt having the most progress taking off from the older project from the 2010’s, and Damascus just gaining a foothold, North Koreas facility is currently under the planning and design phase. Iran dealt in this too as each nation supports each other in construction and secrecy.

Russian troops have been stationed where the facilities are in both Syria and Egypt, though just simply engineers who assist the construction crew and represent the Russian government. Major General Adam Zhuri is the chief of this initiative who reports straight to each nation's leaders. A council is made and recently has been expanded for North Korea. These engineers also are believed to work as contractors to the respective nation's militaries as well.

Near the border of Israeli occupied Golan Heights

In a show of force following recent UN votes regarding the Golan Heights situation, Syrian forces moved southward near the border with demands that the Israeli forces pull out of the area. Reporters managed to snap pictures of Russian troops and officers within these areas, exposing Russian assistance with some developing theories that Russia was pushing for this. It was believed around 8,000 Russian were in the force of 25,000 Syrians, an estimated number by the Israeli Defense Force.

However this was a merely a mirage to Russia's true operations. Hosting an additional 500 Spetsnaz paratroopers, armed lightly and equipped with no outfits or gear, left off in civilian planes armed with small carbines and pistols. Using civilian aircraft to hide themselves, they paradropped into Palestines Western Bank, eventually occupying various abandoned facilities and even man made underground dugouts.

The IDF knew of this operation however did not agree to the show of force on the Golan Heights border, threatening to ruin the operation if it was not reversed. However thanks to the UN and American assistance, this did not happen and communications were shortly established. Russian forces were to blend in with the West Bank, make contact with the Fatah group, ensure secrecy, and establish a forward operating base to organize in.

The goals were to be achieved in two months with light supply drops to be provided with smuggling to assist them with building materials. Following that they were to then, in accordance with Russian-American plans, create a media black out throughout Palestine by targeting reporters and launching EMP attacks on power grids, as well as suppressing information and filtering it leaving Palestine.

Another 500 men were on stand by if needed however they managed to blend in well in uninhabited areas, relying on the weekly supply drops throughout the rural areas they were in for food and water. Using the hostilities in Golan Heights and the recent UN votes as a blanket, Hamas was blissfully ignorant of the situation.


Operation Impending Solution

Despite Maduro backlash and even condemnation, even from Russia, cooperation with them was a must as Russia and it's Allie's had interest in the nation. However it knew that they could not ignore Maduros ignorance. And they knew they must find a replacement.

Russian FSB agent Elizabeth Gorehzenia, Vlad Codrelov, and Ericu Bodrean had gotten close to the Minister of Defense Vladimir Padrino Lopez. Through a year of working through the system abd establishing their own, the group managed to form Vladimir's inner circle under the aliases of Louis Costella (Cuban), Alejandro Celadi (Venezuelan), and Juan Chaze (Peruan). Even getting close to Maduro, however not trusted by him, the group managed to seclude the Minister of Defense from advisors, with Alejandro (Vlad) becoming a close friend due to each other's shared interests.

On one night, they talked about Maduro privately over several drinks. Vladimir showed signs of discontent, anger, feeling deceived of all the hard work the nation put forth and the efforts of Hugo Chavez. Bits and pieces that were recorded to be used as blackmail if he was to find out their identities and plan too soon or if he were to report them.

However a connection had been firmly established with plans to push Vladimir against Maduro beginning to work.



Operation Elephant

A small time and very secret operation was being undertaken in the United States itself on orders of Putin, who was wary of the growing interventionist attitude of its government. So, a group of individuals, around one hundred, established themselves in the Bermuda Island, Vancouver, and Puerto Rico.

Basically, disguising themselves as respected business owners dissatisfied with the US Government, money would be donated to radical AntiFa groups which were known to be militant, as well as into the Ku Klux Klan, Black Lives Matter, the Republican Party, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C gang's, and of course Cartels. The plan was to harass the Republican government to cause it to focus on domestic issues rather than that of international ones, hiding outside the border and under a huge amount of fake accounts and proxies to prevent detection. And even then, the Russian government used proxies in Spain, Nigeria, Brazil, Cuba, Canada and Greenland, China, and Australia to fund the groups ventures to avoid blame. With little to no words discussed outside the FSB and Putins inner circle, the operation slowly began as they slowly poured money into the groups, taking a slow amount of time and money and progressively getting larger.

[Bentus]

Ariane VI launches German lunar lander for shakedown flight
French Lunar Tug scheduled to dock with the unmanned craft and carry it on a circumlunar cruise

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Munich – Another milestone has been reached in Europe’s Moon program with the successful launch of an unmanned version of ESA’s lunar lander. Designed in Germany, the craft is intended to serve as the last leg in the space program’s so-called “Railroad to the Moon” by deploying cargo and - eventually - astronauts to the Moon’s surface. Following rigorous testing on Earth, this first mission is supposed to expose the vessel to the rigours of space and ensure that it can interface effectively with the Lunar Tug developed by CNES. To this end, ESA has published a mission schedule that sees both craft loitering in the Van Allen belts for a number of consecutive days in order to fully test their radiation-shielded electronics.

Within Europe’s mission control, you can already feel the excitement building within the air as the decade-old Moon program truly begins to come into focus. Although ESA has publically distanced itself from any immediate manned landings, insisting on a focus to land robots first rather than rush towards a “flag-planting mission”, industry experts wager that it is only a matter of time before European boots take their first steps on another world.
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CESDOT Threatens Transnistra with an Ultimatum
The breakaway state finds itself with few friends on the international stage.

Rome – The European Union and CESDOT have both condemned recent acts of aggression by Transnistran forces against Moldova yesterday, which left a number of civilians and military personnel dead on both sides. The ongoing crisis between Moldova and the breakaway state of Transnistra is just one of the frozen conflicts in Europe that have remained in a state of stalemate ever since the end of the Cold War. However, increasing assertiveness from Transnistran forces and the withdrawal of Russian troops seems to have heated up the conflict. In a surprise attack, Transnistran forces managed to gain ground against Moldova soldiers stationed on the de facto border, but prompted an outpouring of criticism from the rest of Europe, culminating in Moldovan authorities requesting support from CESDOT. The international alliance has officially responded by issuing an ultimatum to Transnistra with uncharacteristically forceful diplomatic language. The alliance has officially announced that it will set up a no-fly zone over the contested region in the next twelve hours and will fire upon Transnistran forces which push past the de facto line of control. CESDOT has demanded that Transnistran forces put down their weapons and surrender to the Moldovan authorities so that peace negotiations may commence.
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CESDOT Forces Establish Safe Zones in Turkey
Camps set up in an effort to stem the flow of refugees from the region’s warzones.

Athens – With permission from both the Free Turkish Army and the Erdogan regime, CESDOT and the European Union have begun to move into the divided country to set up official safe zones for civilians fleeing the violence. The French defence minister, speaking on behalf of the international forces taking part in the effort, stated that the objective of the mission is to ensure that areas within Turkey remain protected and safe enough for civilians. By acting quickly and setting up local safe zones, the CESDOT forces hope to prevent a repeat of the tsunami of refugees who fled the conflict in Syria in the 2010s. Already, NGOs have praised the actions of the CESDOT forces, saying that the efforts would lead to fewer risks and dangers for those fleeing the conflict while making it easier for others to seek shelter. However, some international human rights groups have cautioned that it is important that sufficient funding be given to the camps themselves so that they can provide adequate facilities to any refugees.
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French FM Lodges Official Complaint Against Chinese Actions in the Congo
As conflict in the African country increases, economists fear severe market distortion.

Paris – The French Foreign Ministry has issued a statement criticising the recent deal between China and the Congo for mining rights in the conflict-strewn country. A spokesperson for the Ministry compared the trade deal between the two countries as “clearly an example of neo-colonialism” and cautioned that the action will have a cooling effect on the free market and international trade. The Ministry has expressed hope that the situation could be resolved amicably in talks between the Congo, China and the European Union, but has warned that France would be willing to take their concerns to the World Trade Organism if China continues with the deal.
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American Flag Hoisted at Elysée while President Stewart Undergoes Surgery
A sign of rekindling trans-Atlantic ties?

Paris – Following the attempted assassination of President Stewart, the Office of the French President announced that it would hoist American flags at half-mast at all of the sites under its jurisdiction. Tourists and visitors at the Elysée Palace saw the Star-Spangled Banner rise alongside the Tricolour and the blue-and-gold European flag. The French President released a statement expressing sympathy for the family of President Stewart in these trying times as well as an offer of support for the American people. When pressed on whether or not the French government would shut down the local branch of Antifa in response however, a spokesperson for the President stated that they had found no evidence that connected the small French Antifa organisation to the actions of Antifa International and Antifa USA. Although an investigation is still ongoing, with the French justice department welcoming the cooperation and openness that Antifa France have provided.

We will update this story with more details as they become available.
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OFFICIAL TELEGRAM FROM FRANCE TO NIGERIA

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To whom it may concern,

We look forward to helping to facilitate the negotiations between French businesses and their Nigerian counterparts. A number have expressed an interest in investing in new infrastructure developments, including your port facilities, in return for some concessions to allow for easier docking and trade. As well as this, other French companies such as Orange wish to meet with Nigerian officials in order to pitch their support in developing and upgrading your local telecommunications services.

We look forward to your response to this proposal.

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FROM PRESIDENT Fabien Demaret OF FRANCE

OFFICIAL TELEGRAM FROM FRANCE TO MOROCCO

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To Prime Minister Mustapha El Khalfi,

I would like to personally congratulate you on your recent electoral win. As close neighbours and historical partners, France admires Morocco’s commitment to a strong, stable and lasting democratic process.

I look forward to our offices working closely together in matters of import to our shared region, through both bilateral and multilateral channels.

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FROM PRESIDENT Fabien Demaret OF FRANCE

OFFICIAL TELEGRAM FROM FRANCE TO EGYPT

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To Pesident Khaled Ali,

I would like to personally congratulate you on your recent electoral win. With recent events threatening a growing wave of authoritarianism, we applaud your commitment to a stable democratic process and your nation’s efforts towards peace in our shared region - not least through the BTO.

I look forward to our offices working closely together in matters of import to our shared region, through both bilateral and multilateral channels.

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FROM PRESIDENT Fabien Demaret OF FRANCE

OFFICIAL TELEGRAM FROM FRANCE TO CHINA

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To whom it may concern,

Given the close ties between our two nations and the strong economic partnerships between our businesses, France must express our concern with the recent revelation of the merging between the SCO and CSTO. We feel that this new alliance between Russia and China threatens to unbalance the fragile stability that has reigned on the Eurasian continent since the end of the Virumaa crisis. We respect your sovereign decision to form this alliance, but will have to react to the security concerns that it poses to Europe.

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FROM PRESIDENT Fabien Demaret OF FRANCE

[Nasaira]

PARLIAMENT

Bill: To increase the size of the active duty army from 83,000 to 100,000 by 2028. An additional 220 million pounds will be needed to achieve this goal. The world is an ever changing place and is becoming more and more violent, we need to ensure our national security with a stronger army.

Votes:
For: 326
Against: 325
conclusion: The bill passed in parliament and the increase of funds has been granted to the army.

Bill: We have an obligation to the Malaysian government, to support them with the separatist movement. In order to do this a battle group comprised of one aircraft carrier, 6 destroyers, one submarine and a flight wing should be sent as a show of force.

Votes:
For: 520
Against: 130
conclusion: The bill passed in parliament and a battle group is being assigned to the region around maylasia

DIPLOMACY

OFFICIAL DIPLOMATIC MESSAGE FROM THE UNITED KINGDOM

From: Malcolm Hardy
To: President Stewart

President Stewart, the people of the United Kingdom wish you and your family a speedy recovery. Just like in the past we stand with you and america through this difficult time. If you require anything from the United Kingdom please let us know.

[Chewion]

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa Air National Guard Base



Air Force One came to a halt on the tarmac. Below stood Jack Holley, governor of the state, Ronald Swanson, mayor of Tulsa, Jeffery Daniels, Tulsa County Police chief, and Bernard Smith, NOAA Administrator. On the plane, President Stewart stood and readied himself to get off. Right now he was in a suit but the plan was to meet with City and State officials before changing into jeans and a simple checkered button up shirt and going to the hardest hit areas in Turley and Owasso.

Deboarding the plane Stewart waved at the crowd and press before shaking the state delegations hands. After a few moments of talk, the group made their way to Marine One, chosen to take POTUS and friends to the City Hall without causing traffic problems, and started off towards the city.

Two Hours later

Stewart and the other officials stood in the middle of North Peoria Avenue at the intersection with East 63rd Street East. Looking around he couldn't believe the amount of destruction surrounding him. Up ahead a hardware store was missing half the building. Hammers and nails were strewn everywhere. Making his way to growing crowd of people, Stewart climbed on top of a wrecked truck and loudly yelled out to the people "Ladies and Gentlemen, you have suffered a tremendous tragedy. What I have seen here has moved me to tears. Yet I know one thing. The people of Oklahoma are strong. Americans are strong. And God willing we will rebuild. I pledge to you today the full support of your federal government. May God bless you. May God bless Oklahoma. And may God bless the United States of America."


Diplomacy
US-China Meeting

From Indiana, Chairman Hu went straight to the heart of the United States of America, Washington DC. Where he would meet President Stewart in the White House. From the Airport he was escorted by local police unit to the White House.

Stewart greeted Hu at the door to the South Portico and ushered him inside leading him to the Oval Office. Inside he dismissed all staff before saying “Mr. President thank you for coming. Was your flight well from Indiana?”

“Indeed it was, what I’m more surprised is how did you get here first. A special treatment for the US President it is?” taking his seat, “Well, our meeting last time was lagged. So I think we could meet once again to tie the loose ends.”

“My plane took off forty five minutes before you left. I thought it rude to have you here and not even be here yet. Now shall we start with North Korea. I don’t want to turn it into a proxy spending war. They are in your influence and I’m fine with that. I truly just want to help them. So can we make a man to man promise right here to not turn it into a, excuse me for the terminology, bigger dick contest?”

Hu only laughed on the term, “Spending on our ally is necessary if it were to improve, though I understand that they would need time to pay back, you yourself said that they would need at least $3 Trillion to fully rebuild. It’s like a parent investing on his child. We have stated, that we are willing not that the whole money would really be sent. Spending techniques have already been thought by my predecessor.”

“Let me clarify. I fully expect you to spend. I just want us to agree to not turn this into a competition. Sound reasonable?”

“Very well, it truly sounds reasonable. Now anyway, I came here to personally ask you as to what will the US do after the IP rights have been protected and is now extremely implemented. I have such move that it has even caused the disapprovement of the CPC. I was really planning to have a few Bilateral agreements between our nations.”

Stewart leaned back saying “I would like to sign a few deals with you but first we have a big issue. You need to stop currency manipulation and I want your commitment in writing to immediately start working to end the trade deficit by 2030.”

Hu leaned back smiling, “I’m afraid Mr. Stewart, you are barking at the wrong tree. If you are to look on the researches, Taiwan and Switzerland are the top currency manipulators. Not basing on US perspective but on the IMF, and WTO or let's say the International Perspective, we have not majorly manipulated our currency but instead Germany, South Korea plus the first two that I have mentioned earlier. As like I said, if you have been following the developments of the Economic Reforms, we have started to work on it since it’s start last year. We have opened the country for foreign investments, planning to open Shenzhen-like cities in Inner China, thus more foreigners means more materials to be imported. We are also planning to have more trade with other countries, and what I mean is importation.”

Stewart gave a smile saying “I never said China was the biggest currency manipulator. What I said is it needs to end. And I am aware you said you will work at reducing the deficit but I want it in writing with you signature setting a hard goal of 2030.”

“Correction Mr. Stewart, we have not manipulated our currency since 2015. We have left our economy as it is, in fact, because of this inflation is slowly rising. A signed document is like dictating as to what should be done with China. China is different, we are not a country to be just pushed and not react. How about this, we sign to no currency manipulation, with Germany, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland. And currency manipulators including the US. In exchange, remember what we have discussed above.”

“Mr. Hu I don’t want any signed document on currency manipulation. I want a signed document saying that our trade imbalance will end by 2030.”

Hu breaks laughing, “At the age of 63… Very well, it’s really us that is not exporting to China, it is you. As I said, we are more open. We just wait for you to export and we shall see. One example of such document is a lower tariff between our nations, on some goods.”

“Mr. Hu you need to purchase our goods. We can’t force you to buy our stuff by simply shipping it to you so no it is not our fault that we have such a gross imbalance. Now will you sign a document committing China to ending the trade imbalance by 2030 or not?”

“What kind of person would just ship goods across the Pacific without payment? Very well, we shall try to lower our trade surplus to the world, but in exchange the Bilateral agreements mentioned shall be signed as well.”

“Mr. President I want your signature on a piece of paper saying China will eliminate the trade deficit between us by 2030. Then we can talk bilateral agreements. I don’t care if you do it with the rest of the world. My concern is the United States.”

“I will deduct $200 Billion on surplus, but not without conditions. If you will make our companies operate in America easier, like working with NASA; and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement that will not put any of us in any sort of disadvantage.” Hu finally said.

Stewart kept his face free of emotion and calmly said “We are still $150 billion apart on the surplus my friend.”

“Then that would make a negative impact on our economy which is still under reforms to strengthen and withstand the future recessions. $200 Billion is a a large amount which no American President has done before, you’re extracting too much, Mr. Stewart.”
“Two-hundred billion USD by 2030 at which time the other parts of this agreement shall come into effect provided the two-hundred billion reduction of the deficit is met and we meet again to work on the remainder in 2030. That sound agreeable Mr. Hu?”

“It is as if you do not trust me, Mr. Stewart. Your letting me to sacrifice $200 Billion without getting nothing, the Chinese people cannot wait for 4 years, and we are not even certain that you would do your end of the bargain. In this 4 years of lowering our trade with you, our economy will go down without because of the lack of support that will negate the effects of the process. The only thing that will negate it is the FTAs, you yourself already said that it is a mutually beneficial agreement where no one will be in a disadvantaged situation. Mr. Stewart, I cannot commit the action of our economy without an assured balancer.”

“What if it had a secondary trigger tied to the deficit being reduced by two hundred billion? So if it happens earlier than 2030 the deal will go into effect.”

“The one in my mind is: by 2030 we will reduce the surplus, but before starting we need assurance that we will not be put on a disadvantage, therefore a partial FTA prior to the start of the reduction and the full after we have reduced the surplus. Remember, there is no balance trade in the world.”

“I know there is no evenly balanced trade but there’s very close to balanced trade. Now I can agree to those terms. Now is there anything you wanted to discuss

“Actually, there is, I want you to unban Norinco and I shall sign the deal.”

“The Norinco ban was done by Congress. I can not undo it. I can and am willing to lift the sanctions placed on Norinco by the Bush Administration however.”

“What if we persuaded them on the grounds that we are interested in establishing a manufacturing base to help with the unemployment issue. And the cheap guns can help the younger demographics in areas of high crimes to combat it on their own?”

“I promise I will talk to them. Now is that all?”

Hu whose face is already serious finally replied, “I don't like empty promises Mr. Stewart, we are about to cut over $200 Billion of surplus on your country, no other President has done so. It must be done. But, I might all sign this for the purpose of the FTA, remember that Stewart.”




Seattle, Washington

Stewart stood inside the entrance hall of the conference center awaiting the Mexican and Canadian delegations that would shortly be arriving. If all went well NORAD would be expanding South of the border and truly encompass the continent.

Secretary of National Defense General Alfonso Duarte Múgica, nominal commander of the Mexican Air Force, walked into the room. Following him was the second-in-command, Air Force Chief of Staff Divisional General Roberto Bernardo Huicochea Alonso along with two of his direct subordinates, Deputy Chief of Operations Divisional General Francisco Javier Labastida Domínguez and Deputy Chief of Management Divisional General José Manuel Angulo García. Finally, a representative of the navy, Sub-Chief of Staff of the Mexican Navy Rear Admiral Martín Balenziaga, was present to involve the Mexican Navy’s Naval Aviation in the effort.

In conversational English, Secretary Duarte Múgica extended an arm to the president. “Mr. President, it is a pleasure. I’m the secretary of national defense of the Mexican state. These are my subordinates.”

Stewart nodded and shook the Secretary’s hand saying “Welcome to Seattle Gentleman.” Leading them to a conference room they all sat down with Stewart starting by saying “Thank you for coming. How about we start off by figuring out how fast you want to join NORAD and how integrated you want to be.”

Secretary Duarte sat down along with the rest of the Mexican delegation. “Well as you Americans say ‘ASAP’. We would like to be as integrated as Canada is at the moment but obviously with a logistical focus on targeting narco Cessnas and not Russian bombers.”

Stewart nodded saying “Well we can do ASAP. Now are there any concerns or details you want to go into?”

“Yes. The Mexican Air Force would like to purchase AEW aircraft from the United States. Currently, as our current inventory consists of just three Embraer aircraft suited for this role, one of which is permanently stationed around Mexico City.”

“Alright I don’t see this as a problem. Now if there’s nothing else we can sign the paperwork.””

Secretary Múgica signs along with the other Mexican representatives.


Camp David

President Stewart sat at the conference table along with several aids, both military and civilian, and several secretaries including the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense. The meeting today with the Free Turkish Army was being kept on the down low. The FTA delegation had been flown in last night by a joint CIA and special forces task force and kept in a nice CIA safehouse in the middle of the Pennsylvania woods. Now they were being brought by unmarked helicopter to Camp David.

Moments after the US delegation had arrived a helicopter could be heard and soon after the FTA entered the room. Stewart stood up and shook their hands saying “Welcome to my little slice of Heaven gentlemen. I trust your flight here was good?”

The delegation of the Free Turkish Army, lead by general Akar, dressed in his finest suit and wearing a red fez walked into the conference room. In broken English and with a heavy accent Akar shook the President’s hand replying “that it was. Although we did need a brief fighter escort because the threat of Erdogan attempting to intercept us was still there as we left the country. I’m afraid Western Turkey is still a warzone”

Stewart nodded before motioning to some seats before saying “Let us get down to business. What do you want in a post war Turkey?”

“What I want is quite simple actually, I want peace, independence, and a return to the Western freedoms Ataturk fought for all those years ago”

Stewart nodded saying “Ataturk was a good man. Loved his country, people, and above all the inherent freedoms given to us by God.” Pausing for a moment Stewart continued saying “I believe it would be highly irresponsible of me, even sinful, to refuse you help. Which is why I would like to offer you military, economic, and political support in the hopes that one day soon you can restore your country and we can once again be great friends.”

“Any help to bring down Erdogan and the corrupt government forces would be greatly appreciated. What did you have in mind specifically? CESDOT has already made plans to help establish safe zones for refugees, although I have the suspicion that was more due to them not wanting a repeat of the Syrian refugee crisis”

Stewart nodded saying “I am in talks with them about operating the safe zones jointly. However I am willing to provide more direct support. Air strikes, intelligence, arms, etc.”

“All sorts of support would be appreciated, especially with the plans we’ve been developing recently”. Akar pulls out a folder labeled “classified” and hands it to President Stewart. “Inside are the plans for operation steamroller, a major offensive Eastward into Turkey with the end goal of bringing us within striking distance of Ankara, as well as relieve our farthest Eastern positions that have been without needed supplies due to the entire Black Sea fleet being controlled by Erdogan. However, to put it simply, we don’t have the resources. We have yet to gain air superiority, and are having trouble arming new recruits due to a shortage of small arms and ammunition. The massive numbers of refugees streaming West is also an issue as it is clogging our infrastructure and making movement difficult.”

“As of today I can start airstrikes using drones. And air to surface missile hits on government airbases. We can also start getting supplies to your men. We also were looking into plans for a Iraq style bombing campaign using B-2 and B-21 stealth bombers at night using stealth to take out high value government sites. If we do this will your men be ready to launch a massive assault like this Operation Steamroller?”

“If we can get the supplies and take control of the air in the next 6 months, I am confident we’ll be in Ankara by Christmas 2029”. Akar said with a look of confidence on his older face.

Stewart leaned back saying “What if I offered ground forces? Could we spearhead to Ankara sooner?”

“Well it depends on the ground forces you’re going to field. Deploying units to join in the spearhead would certainly be controversial but efficient and would push us ahead of schedule, but American officers helping train new soldiers or command Turkish units in the absence of Turkish commanders would also be helpful, and much less politically risky”

“Honestly at this point I can give two flying fucks what anyone else thinks. There are moments in time when something is clearly the right thing to do and this is one of them. Plus I know that Europe will at least support me because it means ending it sooner. I’ll hold off on ground units for now and focus on airstrikes and the like. However I’m leaning towards deploying special forces. As for training, I think that can be done immediately. Now what is your economic situation?”

“To put it bluntly, the economy is in complete shambles. Due to the conflict, trade between central and coastal Turkey has been completely cut off. All major roads are either destroyed or bogged down by troop movements. Civilian airports have been totaled. The bridges connecting European and Asian Turkey were destroyed by cruise missiles just hours after conflict began. Refugees are clogging cities and are unable to find work. And humanitarian supplies aren’t being shipped in quick enough. Oh, and it would probably be a good time to mention that there are major oil spills occurring because the pipelines running through Turkey were destroyed before the oil stopped flowing leading to large leaks.”

“What can we do to help?”

“How about pledging some aid first and foremost?”

“Very well. Now I must add that I do need something in return. I want the American Pastor you’re holding to be released.”

“That can be negotiated, but they will not be allowed back into Turkey. They were trying to spread anti-coup, pro-Erdogan messages and as such, had to be removed from the public sphere.”

“That’s fine. We can arrange a pick up for them and ensure they never come back.”

“Good, I’ll fly them out to Cairo right away, the American embassy can handle the rest”


Ben Gurion Airport
Tel Aviv, Israel

President Stewart look out the window as Air Force One came to a halt in front of the red carpet and Israeli honor guard in band. Adjusting his tie, he made his way to the door of the plane, stopping just short of it. waiting until the secret service agent gave him a nod, he stood in front of the open doorway and waved alongside his wife, at the Israeli press and citizens gathered below. Youthfully making his way down the steps he greeted the Israeli delegation at the bottom shaking hands first with the Prime Minister and his wife and then the president and his wife before greeting the various Israeli cabinet members and Military staff.

Finally making his way to the small stage that have been set up in front of Air Force One, Stewart took his seat as the Prime Minister stood behind the podium ready to give his small speech. Speaking for several minutes on the importance of the U.S. - Israeli friendship and alliance, and on how grateful he was for president Stewart making the trip and for showing support for the state of Israel. Finally Stewart got up and made his remarks similar to those of the Prime Minister. Following that both anthems played before Stewart followed President Netanyahu on an inspection of the Guard.

With that over Stewart, the PM, the Israeli President, and their respective wives, loaded into Marine One for the short flight over to Jerusalem which would take only eight minutes.

Jerusalem, Israel
West wall



Jerusalem, Israel
Beit Aghion (PM’s House)

Stewart sat opposite the Israeli Prime Minister in the Prime Minister’s study. Finally alone and ready to do business, Stewart leaned back saying “So shall we get right into it? How about we start with trade? I want to see use further the 1985 free trade agreement and include all sectors including Agriculture. I would also like if we could sign an agreement on intellectual property rights.”

Akiva was stressing out a little. Still fairly new at all of this, he was now sitting in a room, alone, with the President of the United States. Bibi told him before that it would be fine, but without the elder President there, it became a little harder to keep composed. Nonetheless, he got himself together and responded to President Stewart’s question.

“Yes, starting with trade would be very good,” replied Rosenthal. “I like the idea of including all sectors of the economy. I worry a little about the agriculture portion though, would we be able to keep a provision protecting Israeli citrus growers from facing this new competition?”

Stewart leaned back saying “Alright. We include all agriculture sectors except citrus in the new Free Trade Agreement. Now do we also have a deal on making it easier for each other's companies to invest and protecting Intellectual Property?”

“Yes,” replied Rosenthal, pausing to take a breath before continuing. “The details of which can be
worked out by my diplomatic staff who have greater expertise on the matter than myself.”

Stewart nodded saying “Well shall we talk military? I propose, in order to increase our military cooperation and ties, the US builds a USAF/Army base near Rosh Pinna. We can split the costs half and half and use local workers providing some jobs. How does that sound?”

“I like the idea, it’s a strong strategic location, and would help the local economy immensely,” replied Rosenthal. “I need some guarantees of local employment, and I also need assurances that if any major conflicts with our neighbors ensue, we have access to use the base at our discretion.”

“As long as you are not unilaterally declaring war on your neighbors. In case of a defensive war you are more than welcome to use it. In fact later today I will be issuing a declaration Guaranteeing the independence of the State of Israel.”

“Obviously just declaring war against our neighbors unprovoked would be foolish given the current political climate in the region, you have my word on that. I’m glad to hear of the Declaration, the threats posed by our enemies are no laughing matter.”

“Of course. Now is there anything else you would like to discuss?”

“Yes,” replied Rosenthal. “If anyone threatens the sovereignty of Israel, we would really like to have your solidarity, whether in sanctions, public statements, or military action. I trust that you’ll be on the right side in these matters, so I ask of you, don’t break that trust.”

“There is a reason I am stationing troops here. Israel will not fall. Even I must personally come here and fight. Of that you can be assured.”

“I’m glad to know you’re a strong ally of Israel. I already understand the strong bond between our nations, but it’s even better to know that the ship has a good captain if you know what I’m saying,” replied Rosenthal.

“Of course my friend. Is there anything you would like to discuss?”
With nothing left the two shook hands and continued on the visit.

Abuja, Nigeria
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport

President Stewart looked outside of the window of Air Force One as the plane roll to a stop in front of the red carpet and Nigerian honor guard. Stewart looked to his aides confirming that the meeting they have been having just before his arrival is over. Standing up he made his way to the doorway of the Air Force One where he waved to the crowd and press. Making his way down the steps he shook hands with the Nigerian delegation before entering his limo. Inside he put his head back and waited as they drive off towards The Aso Rock Presidential Villa.

Along the drive, the Federal Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Rotimi Amaechi, talked to the American Delegation. Pointing out many sites and buildings along the way and talking about the problems still facing the region.

Arriving at the Villa, Stewart exited the car and made his way up to the waiting Nigerian President just outside the front doors saying “It is good to finally meet you in person my friend.”

“Yes. Yes. I have been anticipating this meeting for a while my american friend. Please, come inside.” Kinsley Moghulu lead them inside the building. The corridors were lined with nigerian artwork and portraits of former presidents and leaders. As Moghulu guided them to a room in the right wing of the building. Gesturing to the door he said “Please”. As the delegation walked into the room, a long African Blackwood table awaited them, with several Nigerian Federal Ministers already seated and waiting patiently and silently, Rotimi Amaechi squeezed past to take his place at the table. Most of the cabinet ministers looked very tired.

Stewart and his delegation took their seats with Stewart saying “Well shall we begin? How about we start with security. I propose a US Joint Army and Air Force base be built. I would like to recommend it be built in Adamawa State near the towns of Jimeta and Yola, however that is of course up to you.”

“A US Army and Airforce base their is very possible, I think there is some land near the riverfront, that we could work out a lease for. Other than that, a naval outpost in Forcados or Calabar would be very appreciated.” Then Muhammadu Bahari, Federal Minister of Defense leaned over, quietly but audibley he whispered in arabic. A quiet debate ensued between several of the ministers and the president that ran on for a full minute and a half. “Well then…” said Moghulu “...perhaps some outposts in Maiduguri to help combat any terrorist threats and help keep order in the region?”

Stewart leaned back saying “Sure. Now how do these get financed? I can pay for half of the obviously more expensive USAF/Army base near Yola if you pay for the naval base and outposts. In return we can use 75% materials from locals and 75% local workers to build them. On the larger USAF/Army base we split everything 50/50. So you get jobs for your people and invest in your infrastructure.”
President Moghulu turned to the Federal Minister of the Economy, Goodluck Jonathan, and quickly whispered something. “Yes that will do just fine.” Replied Moghulu. “Furthermore, with an increase in crop production and overall economic capacity, we would like to inquire the help of several american city planners, engineers, and architects to help move along our infrastructure projects at a swift pace, and to teach at our Universities. We also are in need of some machinery and believe that an agreement can be reached for the acquisition of machinery for Nigeria in exchange for specific trade rights and special exemptions for american companies.”

Stewart nodded saying “Could you elaborate on these trade rights and special exemptions my friend?”

“No.” replied Federal Minister of Economics, Goodluck Jonathan. “I’m sure you’re aware of the fact the China invest 3 times as much into Africa as the US does. We would not want to displease the primary funders of our countries growth, would we now? We require your full and completely assured support before such things can be fully disclosed.”

Stewart took a breath before saying “There is a reason I am here. My administration has been increasing involvement in Africa. Most notably Morocco and Egypt. I promise you that the United States will support fully.”

This time Buhari stepped in. “Yes, we understand your countries commitment to the African Continent. But numerous times throughout history have revealed attempts by foreign countries to swindle African countries into bad deals. This can even be shown in American History with the history of US-Cuba Relations. You must understand our caution in dealing with foreign countries, this is not the way we deal with just America but most nations. Thus, we would like to ensure that we have a completely secure source of funding and assistance for the future before switching or stepping back from another source.”

Stewart nodded before saying “Before God almighty, I promise you that we will not swindle or cheat you and that we will stand firmly with you in aid both military and monetary.”

“We believe you but we must take precautions even with our closest allies, and before a fight breaks out we wish to continue in our discussion.” replied Moghulu. “We do not want what happened to numerous other countries throughout history to happen to us.”

“Respectfully, what we did in Cuba was done nearly a century ago. And we understand that’s that’s not how we should operate. If you want to see how we treat our allies in the modern day look no further than Israel, Australia, Canada. Or even to South in places like Brazil and Colombia. Trust me when I say we seek only to help and to build up. Especially in countries like yours who have vibrant and budding democracies.”

“Yet as recently as 2016, President Trump, was trying to impose a ban on Muslims entering America, this is a direct insult to half of the population of Nigerians. Please, let us continue, these details will be disclosed at a later moment. It is strictly between American Companies and the Nigerian Government, and when the US has earned our trust then we can disclose the information to you. Please let us continue, I have matters to discuss in reference to a growing Banking and Transport Industry, it is in your best interests for us to continue, I assure you.” Said Buhari.

“Silence.” Moghulu took a moment to process everything. “The following information is not to leave this room. In any circumstance that it does the Nigerian Government will be halting any relationships and agreements between them and the US. Is this Understood?”

Stewart simply nodded saying “I can be discreet.”

Buhari sighed as Moghulu began to talk again. “We would be willing to give special privileges to American Companies. We have already done this with the Anglo-Dutch Shell Company and Exxon Mobil, since they practically built the South East. But we would be willing to give breaks and tax incentives to other US companies, for example Ford, GM, United, American Airways, Apple, and a variety of companies. But we do require your utmost support. IN the development of our country. IN turn we can act as an American Outlet in Africa, hosting US troops, and providing a gateway for american companies to break into the african Market.”

Stewart nodded saying “We have a deal then. You will have the full support of my country.”

“Great. In the meantime we do require US investments into developing the infrastructure and education system. The goal is to produce a well educated generation to build up a tech and banking industry. Since our country will become one of the most developed and safe countries in Africa.”

“We have a very similar deal with Egypt. We are providing experts in infrastructure construction and teachers fresh out of college. The Construction companies get contracts and hire local people to do the work thus providing jobs. The fresh teachers get to have a once in a lifetime experience and gain experience teaching in the real world while the students get a good and quality education. Would something like this work for you?”

“I suppose a similar deal could work. We do want an emphasis on training. We need people to come and inspect schools to ensure that the correct curriculum is being taught, and having experienced workers in the education field perform this task is a very helpful thing since they know what to do and how to deal with problems in education on both a Macro and Micro level. Similarly we mainly require people to help with University Education so that the Higher Education of Nigeria is more useful and more applicable, this would mainly be in the Engineering, Architecture, Finance, Banking, and Tech Fields seeing as those are the future of Nigeria. The only things we really need help with would be construction projects requiring more skilled and experienced workers and leaders, this would be the construction of our planned new Power Grid, which is intended to move the country into renewable sources of energy so we don't have to spend a lot of money importing coal and other materials for expensive and dangerous power plants. Other than that the government is focusing on developing Lagos into a model city for Africa, starting literally from the ground up. We have already started construction on an elevated rail system like the Chicago Public Rail System, and a new downtown starting with new office buildings and a new stock market to demonstrate our new wealth and power as well as to attract foreign businesses. My point with this is that we need city planners to help plan out the city on a macro scale while Nigerian planners and engineers with more knowledge of the environment can focus on directing day to day operations and redesigning things on a smaller scale.”

Stewart nodded saying “Very well, I can agree to this. Now is there anything else you would like to discuss? If not I have one more thing.”

“Well, many nigerian cities do have a problem with public..” Moghulu trailed off
“People are shitting in the streets.” interrupted one of the ministers.
“Yes.” replied Moghulu giving a stern look to the man that said that. “Nigeria is open to many epidemics due to the fact that an effective public restroom and plumbing system is not in place in most of the country. It’s a wonder diseases other than Cholera and Malaria haven’t made to much of an impact to the country. As part of the city planning deal we do need a new system of plumbing and public restrooms to ensure that the spread of disease on such a large scale is slowed down.”

“Ok. I think the city planners should have no problem helping you fix your waste disposal problem. Was there anything else? If not I would like to discuss joint training between our forces. I believe it can help our militaries smoothly operate together and combat terrorism.”

“Yes that would work. A joint military exercise could familiarize your troops with african terrain and territory, perhaps that could be arranged in the future. As for right now, if you’d like to send military coordinators and officers to supplement our officer corps then feel free to do so, however Nigeria already has one of the best militaries in africa.”

“Very well. Is that all my friend?”

“Unless my Federal Ministers have any objections, I think that's all for today.”

Standing, stewart extended his hand saying “It was a pleasure. I look forward to working with all of you more in the future.”

Moghulu stood as well and shaking Stewarts hand he replied “And same to you, I look forward to our cooperation and the benefit for both of our nations.”


Camp David

President Stewart stood near the entrance to the Laurel Lodge and awaited the various European leaders.

The Italian Prime Minister was the first to arrive, exiting his limousine at Camp David and walking immediately up to the President.

“Hello, Your Excellency. How are you?” Prime Minister Severino said to President Stewart through a thick accent.

The French President arrived soon after his Italian counterpart, walking confidently up the steps towards the main building’s entrance with a wide, camera-friendly smile adorning his features. As he stepped up, he reached out to clasp the American President’s hand in a firm shake that was held just long enough for the media outside to take their pictures. This was to be the fourth summit in nearly as many months that he had had with his American counterpart, and the whirlwind of negotiations and conferences - while undeniably productive - meant that the greeting ritual seemed a tad unnecessary to him. Although at the same time, this meeting held a gravity that even the others seemed to lack.

“Mr. President, it is good to see you again. I look forward to these negotiations, although I hope that we can finish the day’s talks before we exhaust the Camp’s coffee supplies.”

Smiling, Stewart greeted the Italian saying “I am well. How are you my friend.” Then the French President arrived and shook Stewart’s hand. Giving a small laugh Stewart replied to the Frenchman “Oh I don’t think we run the risk of that my friend. I look forward to productive talks today and the next few days.” Speaking to both leaders he said “I have arranged for the major nations such as both of you, Germany, and the UK to stay here as I am sure you already know. The others will be provided transport to either nearby hotels or their embassy residences in DC. I’ve even made my helicopter fleet available for this. Now if you will both follow my assistant Malory to the Laurel Lodge for the meeting today.”

The German Chancellor walks with the rest of the European diplomats towards the inside of the compound.

Shortly after the arrival of the European diplomats the prime minister of the united kingdom arrived. He walked straight up to the president shook his hand firmly and put on his smile-for-the-camera face and said

“Good to see you Mr president, about time someone tried to put NATO back together, can't have the lessons learnt from a world war going to waste”

Stewart smiled saying “Indeed my friend. Now if you’ll follow my aid she will take you inside.”

Laurel Lodge

Stewart smiled at the head of the table and said “Thank you all for being here. My hope is that we can rebuild our alliance and recommit an undying friendship and support for eachother. First and foremost I want this alliance to be sound enough that no single man can tear it down. I want to see an alliance that promotes freedom and liberty. So shall we begin? At this time we will discuss broader details. Anyone can start us off.”

Chancellor Schöpfer of Germany looks around the room for a moment, sitting in silence. The brief pause is cut by the Chancellor, who speaks with a smile, “An alliance fitted so that no single nation, such as the United States, may implode the alliance based on failed commitments as seen in the Virumaa Crisis would be ideal, allowing a framework that is reliant on no one nation allows a versatile and reasonable response in the face of potentially crumbling commitments. My worries with NATO prior to the crisis stand to the face of a reformed Trans-Atlantic alliance, however. That is, as you mentioned earlier, the single reliance on the United States as a pillar to which we may not function without, which was proven to be a valid concern with the advent of Virumaa. I would also like to stress my commitment to, should these negotiations succeed, create an alliance between equals rather than one which is tremendously tipped towards Washington. The European and North American spheres, largely similar in terms of many aspects which concern this organization, may form two sides of a scale which may, should commitments be wavering, function without full reliance on the other end.”

President Demaret nodded in agreement with the chancellor. “We have a unique opportunity to reform NATO for the 21st century, with a renewed focus on its founding principles: maintaining a firm deterrence through mutual defence. However we also must accept that there are hurdles to reaching a new agreement. In particular we must do our best to not jeopardise the thaw in relations which we are experiencing with Russia. We must also be wary of conflicting obligations as the EU expands its own defensive pact. To this end I believe that we should have the EU itself be a member of this new NATO in order to better allow for cooperation across the Atlantic.”

Stewart took it all in before saying “I am in agreement with my two European colleagues. I would also like to see this alliance be bigger than just the North Atlantic. Already there have been interest raised from countries like Australia. I propose we do not limit the alliance to a geographical area.”

Antonio thought over what had been stated and proposed by these three gentlemen, and with a gleeful smile added on to the discussion. “The original NATO’s greatest weakness, as Schöpfer stated, was the tragic disproportionation of it. America disproportionately funded, supplied, upheld, and administered NATO, supported nearly 70% of it financially. What did the various other member-states do? We just sat back and let this happen. We were required to increase our defense spending to compensate, we were required to come to the add of each other, and when both were tested our accumulated inaction gave way to dissolution. How are we to circumvent this in a new NATO, a new NATO which apparently will be much more extensive than the original, for some reason. How are we to circumvent even greater levels of disproportionation by adding on my people who certainly think ‘Ah America can deal with this.’?”

“While I am not opposed to a further expansion of this new alliance to encompass our allies throughout the globe, Antonio is right.” Demaret responded. “Although the 2% bar may have been set too high, our response was simply to ignore any financial obligations at all rather than finding a compromise. It is important that we all do our part to ensure that the deterrence of NATO is effective. Already the EU is working to improve our own abilities through PESCO, which will see our military expenditure become far more efficient. I would also like to propose that we also count foreign and development aid to each nation’s target. In the modern world, such soft power techniques are just as effective - if not more so - at ensuring our security.”

Stewart sat back saying “That will not work for me. Spending enough on your defense is not unreasonable to ask for.”

Demaret nodded in agreement. “Indeed. Although we live in a changing world where the barrel of a gun may not be as effective as trade or a computer with an internet connection. But this is a point which I am willing to compromise on. Although this does lead us to the question of how much defence spending is ‘enough’. NATO was originally crafted for the cold war environment, now we need to decide what defence spending should look like in the 21st century.”

Jūlija Stepaņenko, the Latvian ceremonial President, listened intently and preceded to talk openly to the conference; “I personally feel as if this reemergence of the alliance will not last long, especially with America's questionable stance to her allies in Europe just a few years ago. Well, my ultimate question here is what’s stopping the United States from aboundining an entire continent and what’s stopping the Russian federation from taking this agreement the wrong way and retaliating?” She took a sip and continued. “I surely hope this won’t be a US attempt at reasserting it’s global world police status and will instead be a proper effort on their behalf, if not I see very little point in this reemergence.”

“Mrs. Stepanenko, I fully understand your concerns. Which is why I seek to make it so that pulling out would require Congressional approval. Preventing a single man like Hampton from ending a strong partnership that lasted seventy plus years. As for world policing, that is not something we ever wanted to do. It was forced on us following the Second World War because much of Europe was in ruins or under communism. As for Russia, I have mentioned it to Putin in private and he seems uncaring as long as we don’t push any closer to his border which I don’t see a reason to do so with Ukraine all but solved now.”

“Ms. Stepanenko raises a valid concern, unfortunately. We must be careful not to antagonise those within Europe who doubt America’s commitment to such a reformed alliance, despite the political safeguards that President Stewart is offering to put in place. Rebuilding trust will take time, although it is a process that we have already begun in the civilian sphere. Perhaps it would be best to build this alliance gradually, testing the waters if you will.” Demaret stated, considering his words. “By initially limiting this reformed NATO to a purely defensive alliance and not increasing the presence of US forces on European soil, we should be able to temper any response from Moscow while giving time for our armed forces to once again learn how to function together.”

“I’m inclined to agree with President Demaret. With the notable trend of docility Russia has been undergoing in recent years, I think it’s safe to say this new NATO won’t have to be as offensive as it was founded to be and continued to be even in a world where the threat of communism, or any extreme ideologies for that matter, was incredibly low.” Prime Minister Severino added.

“There are other threats we face that require us to act offensively. Terrorism, pirates, rouge states, etc. I agree it does not need to be focused on Russia as the original was but I don’t think it’s smart to limit it to a purely defensive alliance when there are times we need to act offensively. A way we can alleviate the concerns Russia might have is inviting Russian delegations to the new NATO headquarters and make them a partner nation of the alliance.” Stewart said.

The British Prime Minister John Parsons listened to what the other delegates had said and what their concerns had been. “One stick by itself can be broke easily, but a bundle of sticks can stand strong. We need friends in this uncertain world. Russia is not just a rising power in the east but a real concern. The United Kingdom has always been committed to the safety of Europe and the world and that will not change now. But we need each other, together we are strong. Yes, some safeguards need to be put into place to ensure this new alliance does not fail like the old one. The United Kingdom is committed to this alliance, and I do agree that we should not limit it just to Europe. The new hotspot in the world in southeast Asia, and the middle east..”

President Demaret’s brow appeared furrowed in thought. Eventually he sighed before turning to the other gathered leaders. “I do have my reservations about this plan. I don't want to be remembered as one of the leaders who forgot the lessons from the first world war, and I cannot help but see this as a reflection of the convoluted network of alliances that precipitated that conflict. But, with the recent announcement from Russia and China merging the SCO and CSTO into a single military alliance, we are left with little choice. Alone, CESDOT could counter Russian aggression but our deterrence is severely weakened with their new deal. I am in favour of the agreement as it stands.”

“As am I. If we all concur I propose we start getting the papers drawn up and decide on a signing date.”

“Agreed.” Demaret responded. “We can sign the treaty in a month’s time, should give our staff long enough to iron out the details and the precise wording. Although it will take a number of years for us to rebuild to the levels of integration that existed in the previous NATO.”

“I doubt it will take years. We still use similar systems and as far as I know still use mostly NATO compliant rounds. Not to mention most of the commanders we have were around for NATO. It’s been less than a decade since we disbanded after all. Now only question is name. If we want it to be bigger than just North Atlantic do we still use the NATO name or something else? We could keep NATO and just allow non North Atlantic nations to join.”

Following a quick vote that agreed to unanimously create or recreate this NATO no longer bound by geography, a date for exactly one month later in Wwashington D.C. was set.

NEWS

NATO is officially reformed on November 12th, 2026 following the signing of the Second Washington Treaty. Already staff is filling back up the NATO Headquarters in Brussels and its various offices in other parts.

US Air Force takes possession of the first batch of A-14 jets.

US Navy conducts several operations in Turkey aimed at getting supplies to the FTA. Reports state that Army Ranger units are assisting FTA units on the ground. Several US drone strikes in support of the FTA have also been reported.

President Stewart has pledged to personally donate 5 million USD to the Latvian Airport Ptoject.

[Chewion]

Washington DC
After a short discussion with the Egyptian Ambassador, President Khaled Ali’s small convoy drives to meet President Stewart. He needed to discuss the future of Egyptian-American relations. President Ali’s convoy arrived at the gates of the White House, and in his car he awaits to enter so he could meet with the American President.

As the Egyptian President’s car pulled up to the South Portico, Stewart exited the building and extended his hand saying “'ahlaan wasahlaan sadiqati” (Hello/welcome my friend.) Giving him a big smile.

“shukraan liaistidafati” (Thank you for hosting me) Ali responds. “I’m sure we both understand the significance of the Egyptian-American relationship, yes?”

“Of course Mr. President. May I again congratulate you on your astounding victory.” Leading the President inside, Stewart took them straight to the Oval Office saying “Shall we get down to business? I had a deal with your predecessor regarding aid and a military base in the South of your country. I have heard you fear it might not be a deal extended in friendship but rather one in greed. Allow me to put your mind at ease. The teachers going there to help educate your people gain only a once in a lifetime opportunity and experience. The construction companies are sourcing most labor from locals giving your people jobs. Jobs mean taxes. Taxes help you and your nation. The military base provides us the ability to help strike at Jihadist targets in the region and give Egypt a extra security and jobs for locals in a normally high unemployment area of your country. I seek to help Egypt prosper and become good friends Mr. President.”

“Thank you for congratulating me. And my worries of American influence on Egypt is many-fold. One time we had Obama supporting Morsi. Then Trump supports Sisi, but Sisi gets me arrested, though I hold no grudge towards the US for that, then Hampton proceeds to abandon everything, but now you seem to really wish to help Egypt. What will happen if the person after you simply decides to do what Hampton did again? And of course, my fears are based on the vested interests America has maintained and the negative influence it has caused. Look at the Saudis. They are in great wealth which rivals the riches of the Europeans and Americans, but how do their people live? Terrorist attacks here and there, roads being too dangerous after a bad storm, I don’t want that to happen in Egypt. I do not mind if American companies decide to choose Egypt for their next venture, but you surely can sympathize with my desire to ensure domestic companies have the edge in their own country over foreign ones. I do not wish to do anything to harm American financial interests, however I will make it clear that there will be no more further oil or mineral excavations done at the will of foreign entities here anymore. The natural wealth of Egypt must be extracted by Egyptians. And my approach to this discussion is not out of personal opinion, but the will of the people of Egypt, as I have been elected to do such. My ultimate goal is enduring peace in all Arab lands, as it will lead to long lasting long lasting growth for both our nations and many others. and I believe a change in American policy could better push for that peace, especially in regards to the Iranian and Palestinian issues which have troubled many throughout the Arab world?”

Stewart leaned back saying “Trust when I saw my highest goal is peace in your region. I believe this was clearly shown when I didn't reup sanctions on Iran after they expired. Now do we have a deal Mr. President?”

“This is what I believe should happen for the benefit of both of our nations. Neither Egypt nor the US will do any action which provides preferential treatment to either respective foreign corporations. Neither shall impose deals which will force either the US or Egypt from making deals or agreements with other nations. Egypt will withdraw a majority of its lobbying offices in the US. The USA will cooperate with Egypt in pursuing unity for all Arabs, regardless of their religious beliefs. It would be beneficial for both of our nations if we both pursued reconciliation and further thawing of relations with the Iranian government, and if the United States supports the movement to recognize Palestine. Now, I understand the fears many in America hold regarding Palestine. But we must not allow any people to be silenced when they pursue peace to choose violence. HAMAS has taken actions which have harmed the peacekeeping processes in Israel and Palestine. The PLO and its affiliates must be recognized as the legitimate government representing the people of Palestine, and pressure must be placed on HAMAS to peacefully put down its armed wings and to seek peaceful integration with the PLO. If we take a violent approach, HAMAS will only respond with more bloodshed, which will only force the Israelis to respond with military action and further delegitmize the PLO’s goals. Peaceful integration and surrender of their armed wings is probably the only way for the situation to not get bloody. Egypt will end our participation on the Gaza strip blockade to help show our solidarity with the Palestinian people, but that is at most I can do, beyond calling up the rest of the Arab League to send in aid to Palestine. I also would like to make a note that all foreign companies, not just Americans, will be held accountable if their actions cause harm to the environment or people of Egypt. And I hope the US will hold Egyptian businessmen in America accountable as well. My goal is to bring the wealth the common man, not the ones already rich. As for your military base, well I believe I need to see that the US is committed to a new change in the Middle East before I accept such an offer. I do not wish to sound demanding. I haven’t come here to give you a list like a child does on Christmas. I merely wish to ensure that we both can continue on a path for Middle Eastern prosperity and the continuity of American excellence throughout the world. Because frankly I’m not sure anybody else on the permanent UNSC is capable of inciting change as quickly as America” Ali says.

Stewart stands and extends his hand saying “I look forward to working with you more in the future my friend.”

“It is good to see that the United States is optimistic towards Egypt’s plans and goals. Perhaps I was wrong. I look forward to working with you as well, President Stewart” President Ali respond, shaking President Stewart’s hand.


NEWS

US companies in Egypt helping to improve infrastructure. Department of Education announces debt forgiveness program to new teachers who are willing to work in Egypt for one year helping teach students and train Egyptian teachers.


Legislation

Name: Lifting the ban on Norinco
Proposed by: Senator Jack Keenly and Representative Joe Organol

Purpose: After nearly three decades of being banned, we believe it is time to allow Norinco products back into the US. Doing so will incentivize them to build local plants and overall benefit both parties involved.

House
Aye: 335
Nay: 52
Abstain: 48

Sebate
Aye: 63
Nay: 30
Abstain: 7

Result:
The bill passes and is sent to the President to be signed.

President: Signed the bill into law.

Effect: The ban on Norinco will be lifted on January 1st, 2027.

Intelligence

The FBI had been tracking several mysterious money transfers to radical groups on its radar. Some had been immediately shit down but a few were left open for investigation. The Republican Party had contacted the FBI when they noticed the strange donations from foreign entities and, not wanting to break the law, alerted the authorities. Now the US intelligence services were busy conducting a top secret investigation into the money.


Berkely, California

Stewart and his family were standing on a small platform erected in front of the Berkeley High School. He was out here today to bring attention to the education system and the need for more qualified teachers. Following a speech from the School Principal, Stewart makes his way to the podium and starts his speech. Within seconds a loud shot rings out followed by a serious of smaller shots.
Confusion and chaos reign as Stewart cliches his chest while Mrs. Stewart is visibly screaming over two of her children. Seconds later the Secret Service is rushing the family into the Presidential Limo and it’s sent speeding off towards the nearest hospital.

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Oakland, California
Approximately two minutes after the shooting



Nancy Clapton sat looking over some files at her seat in the nurse workstation when the phone rang. Picking it up, as usual, she said: “Good afternoon, Alta Bates Medical Center Emergency Room, How May I help you.” The words that came from the other side almost made her pass out. “This is Ron Bronson of the Secret Service. We have three emergency GSW patients heading for the hospital. We need a trauma surgeon ready for us.” Nearly stumbling over her words she said “Is... is this a joke? Who is it? Oh my God is it the President? I’ll uh... I’ll make sure we are ready.”

The Beast, Oakland, California
Five minutes from the hospital

Stewart was in his seat nearly slumped over as Secret Service agents tried there best to keep him stable including hooking up a bag of blood to him. Meanwhile, his wife was on the verge of hysteria having to be held back from her husband and two of the kids while Secret Service held pressure on their wounds. The other children sat in shock clinging onto their mother as she tried her best to keep them from looking at their father and siblings.

Charles was just on the edge of consciousness but even then he just wanted to hold his children. Whoever had done this would pay a price few had ever paid. He would make sure of it.


Outside Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Oakland, California

As the motorcade and limo pulled up to the ER entrance the scene was chaotic. Only a few yards away a few TV camera crews had a prime shot of the scene. First Charles was helped out of the limo and rushed inside. Seconds later the hit children followed their father but on stretchers. Then came the safe but distraught other members of the family. This scene would surely go down in history.

Once inside the trauma teams got to work on all three patients.



About 15 minutes later, outside the ER

"Ok, I am now also taking questions on the situation from foreign media. At this time they know all three are in surgery with the two kids both in serious but stable condition and the President is in Stable condition. The President has suffered a single GSW to the mid-chest cavity slipping between the ribs and piercing the left lung and causing it to deflate. The bullet remained intact lodges 1 and a half inches from the President's heart. He has sustained mild vascular damage but nothing life-threatening. The son suffered a GSW to the lower right chest cavity missing the lung but hitting a rib and damaging several arteries. The adopted daughter suffered a single GSW to the right back chest cavity which pierced her right lung causing it to deflate as well as creating fragments of small pieces of bones in the area cutting several arteries. Due to their younger age, the GSW's in the two children are of more concern at this time but all three have a favorable prognosis." John Dunkley, White House Press Secretary.

"When will the President return back to the office? Is there any confirmation on who was the assailant? How is the First Lady doing?" a reporter from Egypt Daily asks.

"Well as of right now the doctors have informed us that he should be able to return to D.C. in a few days time. However, he can resume is duties fully as soon as he is done with surgery. The assailants at this time are not being named and their information will be released by the Secret Service however we know they are members of Antifa acting on apparent orders. The First Lady is understandably shaken but is busy comforting the other Stewart children."

“Has President Stewart invoked the 25th Amendment while he has been incapacitated in the hospital?” A Korean journalist asked.

"The President has not invoked the 25th as he will be able to resume full duties in a matter of hours however the Vice President, in line with the Constitution, has assumed operational control from the White House much like H. W. Bush did for Reagan when he was shot."

“Will the US now consider AntiFa a domestic insurrection due to this assassination attempt?” An Italian reporter inquired.

"The US has previously labeled AntiFa a domestic terrorist organization but this attack appears to originate from Antifa International, not just AntiFa USA."

“Is there yet confirmation of who has carried out this attack and whether they had any political goals or affiliations?” The Korean reporter asked.

"Again to the gentleman from Korea. We have confirmed members of Antifa are behind this attack. From that, I think we can all make reasonable assumptions as to their motives."

"So does this mean, that AntiFa has effectively proclaimed with this attack that President Stewart is a 'fascist'? And has there been anything from AntiFa about the attack?" A reporter from Morocco asked.

"I will not speak to Antifa's beliefs about the President, however, let's keep in mind Antifa believe anyone who disagrees with them is a fascist."

"Is there any reason for other democratic countries to fear further extremist attacks from AntiFa on their own soil?” The Korean reporter asked.

"I don't think I can speak to that but I assume some might take harder action on the group."

"What does this attack say about the divisiveness that has gripped recent partisan politics in the United States, and does the administration expect there to be revenge attacks against left-wing groups?" A French reporter asked.

"I don't think the actions of a far-left fringe group represent mainstream politics here. And right now the Administration is focused on the President and his children."

"Is there any fear that the attacks can happen again?"
"Is it likely?" An Egyptian reporter asked.

"To the gentleman from Egypt. As of now, we have no indications of another attack but security for all levels of government has been increased just in case. I don't think it is likely but if it happens we are ready."

"Ladies and gentlemen I have just received word that two Secret Service agents were killed at the scene and pronounced dead there."

Lee Cheol-Seong from Yonhap News Agency: “Does President Stewart intend to bestow upon the two agents full military honors? Will tactics against AntiFa change now knowing that two government officials have been killed in the line of duty?”

"Well Mr. Lee, the President is in surgery so I have not had a chance to discuss his plans with him, however, knowing the respect he has for the Secret Service I know he will do something to honor them."

"Will this see a trend of anti-government attacks warrant a more severe crackdown on known terrorists?" Karl Lagerfeld Sweden today

"Mr. Lagerfeld, I can not speak to future tactics at this time."

"Joseph O'Donovan from Le Monde. Given the compartmentalized nature of most Antifa groups, what evidence does the administration have that Antifa international was responsible, and does that mean all associated Antifa groups were also knowingly involved?"

"Well Mr. O'Donovan, as we all know a few months ago AntiFa declared their reorganization into a more cohesive structure and we know from the shooters that they were acting on orders from AntiFa International leadership meaning the top leaders of AntiFa, in general, were behind this meaning we may be holding all AntiFa responsible however I can not speak for what the President might do."

“Choi Seung-ho from the Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation. Should President Stewart hold the international AntiFa organization responsible, will American allies be expected to cooperate against them?”

"Aisha Faraz, Daily News Egypt. Some organizations across the world have similar ideologies and might utilize similar logos as the Antifa International. Does the US advise to consider similar groups and organizations to be of a similar dangerous nature as the actual and dare I say, 'official' AntiFa?"

"To both the gentlemen from Egypt and Korea. At this time I can not comment on what the US might or might do or advise."

“Mario Carlos, Univision. Has the Berkeley Police Department and the FBI officially concluded that Antifa was behind the attack?”

"Mr. Carlos. The Secret Service and FBI both have concluded there is substantial evidence that the shooters were acting on behalf of Antifa."

"Pietro Avarelli, ASNA. Can the White House inform us what the status of the President is as of this moment?"

"The President is stable and undergoing surgery to remove the bullet."

"Where there any notable mistakes are missteps taken by security personnel or secret service that allowed for someone like this to do this? If so, what will be done to ensure that this won't happen again?" A Canadian reporter asked.

"That will be a question for the Secret Service to answer."

"Xi Men, CCTV, shall we expect an increase on an inquisition against the antifascists?"

"I can not answer that at this time. The President will make that decision later."

" Syeikh Rahman, Cedar Gazette. Will the Antifa movement be banned or will it stay with stricter Control by the government?"

“Following its classification a few months ago to a domestic terrorist organization it was banned.”

"Lucas Kimura Nakamura, Brazilian Times. With the attacker being associated with the organization known as AntiFa and President Stewart's initiative to crack down on this group how can we be sure the same thing won't happen to foreign leaders who also have an AntiFa presence? Is President Stewart going to move to a worldwide AntiFa crackdown initiative? Will this attack ignite another war on terror?"

“Again, the President was rushed into surgery and I have not had a chance to speak with him. However, I have received word that he told one of the nurses to get it out that he will address the nation, international community and press as soon as he can. I assume a lot of your questions will be answered there and I will ask him about bringing the media in to ask him questions when he feels up to it.”

"We've seen the President act aggressively to nations like Venezuela and in places and situations need be. Do you think this attack on the President will fuel his fire to rid AntiFa from the world, or will it prompt him to take a step back from the case and reconsider his actions?"

“Sir it was not just the President who was shot today. Two of his children are in surgery as well having life-threatening injuries. Frankly, all I can say to those responsible is, may God have mercy on your souls.”

"Since you have no word about this what are others saying about this. Surely the Secretary of Defense, Interior, and State have said their part on this. Also, do we know exactly who the shooter was and if he is in custody?"

“The Secretaries have not commented nor will they be commenting before speaking with the President. There were four shooters and all were arrested within minutes of the attack. Their identities will be released by the Secret Service or FBI.”

"Tahani Mernissi from the Maghreb Arab Press. Do we know what types of firearms were used by the assailants and if they got these firearms legally or illegally."

“I have been told that we know one assailant used a 9-millimeter pistol and that was the weapon that shot President Stewart. The other weapons and calibers are not known by me at this time nor do I know what was used on the children.”

"Dimitri Federvocheneg, Russia Today. Will this affect the security of future International meetings, in such a manner that may bog them down or cause a buffer?"

“I’m not going to speculate on what, if any, changes the Secret Service will implement following this travesty.”

"Will there be an official report or interview from the Secret Service?"

“I assume so.”

"Aisha Faraz, Daily News Egypt again. Is it safe to assume that the children were intentionally shot, or were they coincidentally injured along with the President when the shooting began?"

“I think the only people who can answer that are the shooters themselves and that means the Secret Service will be the ones to ask that. However, when you open fire at a whole family you probably expect a child can be hit.”

"How is there a delay in capturing the shooter? Is there no confirmation on their identity?"

“Well, one shooter was in a building across the street. He was captured within minutes and the others even sooner. Their identity has yet to be released by the Secret Service.”

"Levi Horontine, Levantine News network. Will similar attacks Happen in the rest of the world because of this?"

“I can’t speculate on what might or might not happen.”

"What is prolonging the Secret Service from releasing their identities?"

“Standard procedure. I’m sure they’ll release the identities shortly.”

"Ladies and Gentlemen I have just received word that the suspects are John McVein of Aspen, Colorado. Jessie Hardly of Omaha, Nebraska. Louie Macron of Lyon, France. And Jackson Jeffries of Oakland, California. I do not yet know which one fired the shot that hit President Stewart but I will inform you when I am told.”

"Aisha Faraz, Daily News Egypt. What are their ages? Have they established connections with each other or was this loosely coordinated?"

“Again for questions like these you will have to ask the Secret Service or FBI. In fact, I was just told a Secret Service Agent will be arriving here shortly to give you more of that kind of information. I do however know the ages and that what we know so far is that they were acting on orders from leaders of AntiFa International which include Antifa groups on this side of the Atlantic and the other side. The ages are Hardly: 23, McVein: 26, Macron: 24, Jeffries: 28. I also have their ethnicities. Hardly: White and Native American, McVein: White, Macron: White, and Jeffries: African-American.”

"With backgrounds like this, it must have been a planned initiative. The logical route is that they discussed and planned this online. Will this strengthen the US snooping in people private computers? Also, you mentioned a Louie Macron, this man is from France. Will the President be working with other nations to make a joint initiative to take down AntiFa?"

"I won't speak to what might or might not change with US policy as a result of this or what the President might or might not do Again tomorrow he will give an address and possibly take questions from the media."

Hwang Jun-ha the Democratic People's Republic of Korea press representative spoke up. " While this action is atrocious and I along with our glorious Supreme leader are appalled by this act of terrorism I must ask what of the agreements between president Stewart and the Supreme Leader. Would they continue to be honored or will they expire if President Stewart's health decline as a result of these attacks?"

“The agreements between the United States Government under President Stewart with anyone including the DPRK are not under any threat. Should, God forbid, something goes wrong the agreements will be carried on.”

“Ladies and gentlemen this is Secret Service, Agent Bradly Cain. He can take your questions.”

"What is your involvement with the attack? Were you on the scene? What new information do you have?"

“To the Brazilian Gentlemen. I am a spokesman for the Secret Service but I did just so happen to be at the scene today although I was not on the POTUS detail. As for new information, we now have confirmation that foreign persons along with American citizens in several Antifa groups including AntiFa international worked together on this plan. Specifically, we know AntiFa Europe, with the French branch particular, played a major role including sending one of their own guys in the form of Louie Macron. We believe but have not confirmed that the weapons used came from three separate states. Washington, Ohio, and Arizona.”

"Were there any notable mistakes are missteps taken by security personnel or secret service that allowed for someone like this to do this? If so, what will be done to ensure that this won't happen again?"

“To the Canadian Gentleman. I don’t think we can accurately say exactly what we did wrong if anything, that will Be covered in the follow-up report.”

“How did US intelligence agencies fail to identify and stop this attack before it could ever even happen?”

“To the Korean Gentleman. The unique nature of AntiFa makes it hard to follow information going around. However, I’m not an expert in intelligence gathering so I would have to refer you to the FBI.”

"Excuse Me, Seun Okinbaloye, Channels Television, Lagos, Nigeria. Does the Secret Service think that Antifa's status in other countries could mean that the organization is moving to other parts of the world and thus could be planning and carrying out further attacks, and if so how do you plan on combating this?"

"I can't speak to what the future can hold but I can say that Antifa has clearly shown their hand today."

"At this time we will no longer be taking questions."

NEWS

CNN BREAKING NEWS

Shots rang out earlier today in Berkeley, California. President Stewart was hit along with his adopted daughter and a biological son. We can now confirm that the President is out of surgery and awake having had the bullet removed. The daughter is still in surgery as is the son. We will be sure to keep you updated on this horrific breaking news story.

Two hours later

ABC NEWS

The President has released a short statement from his hospital room saying "Today's bloody and horrific attack on my family and myself have shown the true nature of Antifa. I thank you all for your prayers and well wishes. To those who organized this attack, I have a message for you. We will hunt you down. We will find you. And we will get you."

We can also confirm both children are out of surgery and stable.

The House and Senate leadership have released a joint statement pledging their full support for the President and expressing their strong condemnation against the attackers.

Other

Air Force takes possession of first batch of A-14 jets.

NASA is on schedule for 2030 Mars mission. Return to Moon scheduled for late 2027.

US Navy announces plans to start deploying the F-24 on aircraft carriers starting in 2027.

[Latvijas Otra Republika]

Republic of Latvia







Matters of the Saeima

In a shocking turn of events, the President has advised a reformation of the KNAB anti political corruption agency; mainly by instating her husband, Vjačeslavs Stepaņenko, as the head of the agency. Naturally the cabinet out right refused this suggestion, while the Prime minister remained silent on the matter, though despite this it still ended up on the voting table. No lectures or arguments where made in favour or against it, fellow party members of the President resisted the suggestion as Vjačeslavs wouldn't get any serious recognition from the Russian minority. The rest of the Saeima simply tallied the votes due to the fact that there was clear unnecessary bias in the decision; despite President Stepaņenko stating to the press that 'there should be a clear line of communication between my investigations and myself'.

Bill: Instate Vjačeslavs Stepaņenko as the operating head of the governmental agency known as the 'KNAB'

Views:

(Pro) Ties links with the President and the currently undergoing investigations

(Anti) Biased chosen nomination, might lead to corruption within the agency, current head has had no issues, lack of experience from Vjačeslavs

Vote count out of a 100:
Aye: 3
Nay: 97

Result: Dose not pass

These results clearly made the President agitated, specifically due to the questioning loyalties her own party is displaying towards her and her own ideas. Though this was not all that caused resentment within her; a recent bill regarding the press was suggested by her and her cabinet of light 'Harmony' members, which has been mocked and largely resisted by both the press and her own party.

Bill: Increase the corporate tax on media & press corporations corporations to 21%

Views:

(Pro) Punishes a questionable media scene for slander, increases state revenue, discourages any future media bias and 'fake news'

(Anti) Punishes the press for free speech, unnecessary and unfair, an emotional response due to the media coverage of the investigations

Vote count out of a 100:
Aye: 19
Nay: 81

Result: Dose not pass

This session of the parliament has given no rewards for the President nor has it resulted in any splits being sewn back in the 'Harmony' Social Democratic party. The President, in a mob press interview outside the building, was visibly agitated and frustrated by the results.

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Party rupture rocks the country



Almost like a direct mirroring of President Zatlers in 2011 and his formation of the 'Reform Party', Jūlija Stepaņenko is addressing her supporters after a series of drawn out events and party tears. An extract of the speech that best summarises the situation and the formation of a whole new political party and entity.

"My people, my nation, I am here to address to you on what exactly IS happening and what will be happening from now onward. There have been numerous lies, and truths, told by people about the fragile line between me and the direction 'Harmony' is heading towards, for instance: It is true that my so called 'radicalism' and heart spoken emotion is not favoured amongst the party, and it is true that there are certain individuals of the party that we are better off without in our democracy.

Some of these reasons are why my party and me are no longer compatible, we are no longer a match up in the same way they shouldn't be compatible with the people. Their thoughts are still stuck in the Riga riots, their ideology is that of exploitation and voter attraction. We need an alternative, we need reform, we need a stable and sensible future.

For a bright future, I am forming the Party 'Future' as a means for progress and development."



The brand new logo has been confirmed, as also has the proper documentation (including signatures) have been confirmed and signed by all the necessary authorities. The President has left her current party obligations to join it, and is recruiting other fellow left-leaning members within 'Harmony' as endorsements. The current establishment and near decade long dominance of 'Harmony' now seems fragile and questioned, it could potentially mean for a new era of Latvian politics; or even a resurgence of the political period dating pre-2020.

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President moves to use constitutional power to cause referendum

For the second time in the history of Latvia, President Stepaņenko has used her power, granted by the constitution, to cause a national referendum on whether the Saeima should be dissolved early or not. This gamble for her to effectively end the dominance of 'Harmony' or resign could be attributed to her personal issues with her parties establishment and it's fundamental ideology. If the Latvian public decides to vote in favour of the referendum it will cause a 'special' parliamentary election, where all of the hundred seats of the parliament will be contested by a number of political parties.

Current political analysts view this as a personal move based on emotion by the president, largely due to two of her pieces legislation being out right rejected by the party. Though despite the apparent motives, some personally believe it is an accumulation of a five years worth of a power struggle within the Social Democratic party; mainly between newer Western based Socialists and older Russian styled socialists. Though whatever the reasoning may be, it has caused an open opportunity for a proper Latvian political party to enter the political scene for the first time in what seems to be five years.

If the referendum succeeds and the special election takes place, we will see multitudes of contenders some of which might cause a three way split on Socialist voters. Notable competing political parties include:

KPV-LV


'A populist answer from the dispora and a politically disfranchised ethnic Latvian people, or the ravings of xenophobes'

Prime Minister Candidate: Aldis Gobzems

Sociāldemokrātiskā Partija "Saskaņa"


'Solidification of power or a spiralling downfall?'

Prime Minister Candidate: Jānis Urbanovičs

Partija 'Nākotne'


'A political dynasty with no heirs or perhaps an empire in the making'

Prime Minister Candidate: Vjačeslavs Stepaņenko

Progresīvie


'A final gust of western wind or a Scandinavian revolution'

Prime Minister Candidate: Antoņina Ņenaševa

Jaunā konservatīvā partija


'Proper investigations, sensible conduct and a stern iron discipline; some might say.'

Prime Minister Candidate: Jānis Bordāns

These are but a few parties that would perhaps compete, an expanded list would include: Development/For!, Association of Regions, New Unity, Union of Greens and Farmers and the National Alliance.

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National Projects:

Expansion and renovation of Daugavpils International Airport - 4.17%

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People's Republic of China

中華人民共和國

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo

The Chinese Ambassador to the DRC, Xing Qing stepped out of the black sedan in front of the Presidential residence in Kinshasa, after adjusting his sharp black suit he walked towards the door. After passing through the maze-like corridors of the building, he finally stopped in front of a double door, pushing in he is welcomed by the sitting President Jean-Pierre Bemba. After being acknowledged by the president, he took the offered chair and started giving his monologue,

"Your Excellency, I have heard that many people are already calling for change in your government. Many analysts from all over the world have already pointed out that this may and will be used by the rebels as a justification of their actions. Now, I know that the deal was purely for the purging of rebels, however, if there is no action done on your side I'm afraid the war here would be harder to manage. China needs you to please the citizens while we eliminate the pests in the east and keeping anyone from supplying them. However, we may expand the deal, in exchange with a few oil fields in your South, we can offer another billion for infrastructure projects in eastern Congo, and we will of course start redeveloping the west after we truly secure our territory rebel-free. Much better is the fact that if things go smoothly, then we could see a better, stronger and united Congo, you may be able to buy out oil fields in the South. Remember, we are doing this for the mutual benefit of the involved nations."

He smiled as he awaits the President's reply.

Butembo, Kivu Region, Democratic Republic of Congo

A few kilometers from the capital city of the Kivu region lays one of the two major Chinese military bases in the Democratic Republic of Congo. After its completion a few weeks ago, the number of troops and equipment agreed to stay and operate has finally been completed. To facilitate the opening ceremony the Commander of the Chinese African Command (C-AFCO), Major General Yang Luoyang arrived with the latest Z-8G Transport Chopper, as he stepped out of the chopper, he placed his officer’s hat on his head and was greeted by three officers, particularly the Base Commander of the Southern Kivu Military Base, Brigadier General Yi Jiahao, all saluting. Returning the salute he followed them to the assembly field and once again saluted the men and women Chinese based here.

After some program mandated speeches, he was finally given the cue to stand and give his words of inspiration and first order.

"It is commendable that you have chosen to come here in Africa, protecting the people of Congo against their rebellious fellows, risking your lives for the betterment of our allies, all while being away from your loved ones, family and friends. But know this; it is the duty of the countries that have been blessed with peace, stability and resources to help those who have not. The other world powers have gone daft, and it is now the chance for China, the rising power, to fill in the gap that has opened. Our enemy has killed and raped hundreds, but still their record does not go any nearer as to what the Japanese have done in Nanking, and so our enemy this time must be given leniency. They too have been oppressed, that is why they have rebelled against the government. Our presence here today, is not just to fight them but also put pressure for the both parties to look at diplomacy as another solution. It might be considered ironic that a military top brass has looked at diplomacy higher than war, but I always remember this quote ‘War does not determine who is right, it only determines who is left.’ And in this war, we are right and we shall be the ones left in the field. Show no mercy for those who still fighting even cornered, as when is a beast is cornered it is the most dangerous, but do not forget to show leniency and treat the surrenders with respect and provide them food and clothing, because in the end of the day, we are just all humans.” Raising his hand to do the Roman salute, he shouted, “MURDER!”

Everyone also made the Roman salute and repeated the last word with more emotion, "MURDER!".

After the program, the General and his officers went to the conference room and had the data presented:

Number of bases: 2
Personnel per base: 15,000
VT5 L-MBT per base: 50
VN-17 IFV per base: 150
Z-19 Helicopters per base: 20
Wing Loong 02 per base: 30

Equipment and Personnel Distribution:

-5,000 men of each base shall be dedicated to the protection of mines and border control.
-10,000 men of each base shall be dedicated to fighting the rebels of the region.
- 20 tanks shall be stationed in mines, border, and base.
- 30 tanks shall be assisting in the fighting the rebels.
- 25 IFVs for mines, border, and base.
- 125 IFVs for rebel extermination.
- 2 Choppers and Drone for mines, border, and base.
- 18 Choppers and 28 for rebel extermination.

Djibouti City, Djibouti

Following the controversial skirmish between the Chinese and Indian Navy after the liberation of a Belgian ship from Somali pirates, leaving 33 dead from both sides, including the UN Peacekeepers, the Commander of the African Command (C-AFCO) Maj. Gen. Yang Luoyang has called for a press conference in regards to the said issue.

Marching into the conference room, the General headed straight to his seat in the conference table facing the dozens of cameras accompanied by lights of flashes and by-standing reporters, adjusting himself in his seat he faced the cameras and started giving his statement,

"It is hard breaking to say that because of a miscommunication, 33 lives have been lost. After we have rescued the Belgian ship, the Indians came and messaged our Navy to back off because they were conducting anti-piracy exercise, however they may or may not have been aware of the fact that we had just rescued a ship from pirates. I have already talked with the Deputy Minister of State for North African Affairs, Gao Da and DMoS for South Asia, Xu He and the both of them have also talked with their Indian counterparts as well as the officials from the United Nations, and have decided to give monetary compensation for the families of those who were slain in the incident, the Indians have also agreed on the same principle. Due to this incident, we have learned to better communication apparatus that shall prevent any misunderstandings in the future."

After answering some press questions, he stood up and hastily went out of the room escorted by some of his officers in tow.

People's Great Hall, Beijing

A new session of the National People's Congress has been called, many are already anxious with at least two of the most confidential bills are now to be heard and voted upon. As the over 3,000 assemblymen and women fill up the Great Hall, Chairman Teng Gang stood in front of his colleagues and started reciting his speech, "My fellow legislators, I know that all of us are feeling anxious with such heavy bills to be discussed today, I do hope that we shall remember that we are supposed to represent the people of China, hence National People's Congress, not ourselves."

Bill - Legislative Branch Reformation
Bill No. - 1282
By: Ling Zhang, Premier and Deputy Secretary General of the Chinese Communist Party
Description:

I. The Legislative Branch shall then become a bicameral institution.
---->a. The upper house shall be called, the People's Senate.
--------->1. It shall be tasked to review the legislation passed by the lower house, and reserves the power to veto it.
--------->2. It must only contain two hundred (200) members to be called as Senators.
--------->3. 75% percent of the Senators shall be members of the CCP while the other 25% is allocated to the other parties.
--------->4. Senators are to be appointed by their respective provincial legislative body.
--------->5. At least six (6) Senators shall be representing each of the 34 provincial-level administrative units of China.
--------->6. The Senator shall appoint a 'Senate President' to act as the overall presiding officer during their sessions.
---->b. The lower house shall be called, the People's Assembly.
--------->1. It is tasked for the formation of bills for legislation and vote on them to be submitted upward.
--------->2. It shall only consist of over seven-hundred (700) assemblymen and women, with twenty (20) representatives per provincial-level administrative unit.
--------->3. They must be elected by the majority of the local legislative forum in their respective administrative unit.
--------->4. 75% percent of the Assembly members shall be members of the CCP while the other 25% is allocated to the other parties.
--------->5. The assembly shall then appoint an 'Assembly Chairman' to act as the presiding officer of their sessions.
II. Requirements for Appointment
---->a. Must be a natural-born Chinese.
---->b. Must leave his/her position in his/her job prior to the appointment.
---->c. Must not be a minor (age) citizen.
---->d. All appointments shall be reviewed by the Standing Politburo Committee, before the final approval.
---->e. Appointees are to submit their SALN report prior to appointment and regularly after being appointed.
III. Number of Sessions
---->a. The legislative body shall have a regular session every 2 months.
IV. Other Powers and Responsibilities
---->a. The National Congress as a whole, shall be vested the power to vote for whom to be the President of PRC.
--------->1. The President's appointment shall then be reviewed by the Politburo and approved by the Electoral Committee.
---->b. Certain committees shall be formed consisting members of both legislative houses.
--------->1. Committee on Appointments
--------->2. Committee on Means and Ways
--------->3. Committee on Infrastructure
--------->4. And other committees that are needed for an effective legislative institution to function.

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Against: “You want what now? First, we have removed the PLA from the CCP, and now we are dividing the National People’s Congress in two? And making the lower house smaller, would promote unrest as there is uncertainty as to whom would be in the seat. What would you do next, separate the Judicial Branch from the NPC’s domain?”

For: “Now, I know that your writer as nothing else to think of in the negation of the bill. One of the main problems of the People’s Republic is the rampant graft and corruption, which has deteriorated a lot of sectors of China. This will not only promote transparency thus reducing corruption, but it will also boost the economy as businessmen tend to their own business not interfering in the politics unless he/she is lobbying. We are placing real politicians in power and finally cleaning our corrupt system.”

For: 1,700
Against: 1,300



Bill - Liberation of Religion
Bill No. - 1367
By: Meng Xiao, NPC Congressman
Description:

I. Granting the Rights to Practice Religious Rites
---->a. Members of the legal religions are hereby granted to practice their rituals unhindered.
---->b. The Chinese government shall not harass them during their rituals.
---->c. The Chinese government shall not dictate as to what their citizens are worshipping.
---->d. The tax on religious donations shall be nulled, provided that the money must be used for the betterment of the immediate community as a whole.
---->e. The exemption shall be given for people who went absent due to religious practice, given that it is truly valid.
---->f. Chinese government shall not interfere with the structuring of their leadership and fellowship.
II. Limitations
---->a. They are unhindered to practice unless:
--------->1. Their practices violate the constitution and rights of people involved.
--------->2. It poses a threat to the security of the immediate community.

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Against: “Why am I forced to think that we are turning more and more liberal? These heretics will soon be speaking against us, and next time we grip upon them, it will be harder.”

For: “Again, it is in part of the recent Economic plan by the administration. A study has shown that, during religious days, may it be from every religion, shows an increase of 3% in the national GDP of that certain country. If we could harness that in an effective way, then, we could steadily pay our debts."

For: 1,900

Against: 1,100

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By: Katherine Chu (March 2026)

People's Republic of China - After the controversial breakdown of the National People's Congress into two legislative institutions, the Hu Administration has announced that in the next session of the NPC, they will be pushing for the separation of the Judicial Branch away from the power of the National People's Congress and even from the grip of the Chinese Communist Party. Presidential spokesperson, Xing Peng has stated, "It is the vision of the current administration to see a China with far lesser corruption than ever before, one of the main issue is lack of respect for the rule of law. Thus, by the next session we shall then be pushing for the separation of the judicial branch.

It is noticeable that in the past years the Hu Administration has made reforms that are against the beliefs of many Communist members, however many have remained silent on the issue and even some commending it. This has led for some to speculate that Hu Chunhua may have been consolidating influence and grabbing the members of the opposite factions.

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New GM Banana Distributed by Government

By:Dr. Shu Pao (April 2026)

CAS, Beijing - Since the outbreak of the Panama Disease years ago and with the breakthrough by the Australians about a Genetically Modified Banana species immune to the pandemic, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, CAS, has pioneered the development of genetically modified crops that are resistant to many natural phenomena. And by last year, a study published by Dr. Zhu De with his colleagues and students at CAS has stated about a new type of GMO the TR5, Tropical Race 5.

After further study by other academies and universities, which has only proven its effectiveness, the Central Government has decided to distribute the GMOs to farmers who have been struck by the pandemic. With production of the new species still in progress, with a large quota per month, it may still take time before the world can finally recover once again.

Economy

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Top Economist Assures the Public

By: Jiang Zemin (May 2026)

Shanghai- Since President Hu Chunhua has taken office in 2024, he has pushed forth a lot of controversial reforms. One of his most ambitious reform is the Five-Year Economic Plan, which in just two implementations has caused the surge of the Chinese economy, partnered with new FTAs with USA, Russia and the European Union, it seemed that China might just continue growing. However, many have also questioned the vulnerability of the new economic reforms, about its sustainability and the debt crisis that China is facing.

Such questions have been answered immediately by the man behind Hu's outstanding economic plan, Vice Premier in-charged for the Economy, David Daokui Li. In a press conference in Shanghai he has been quoted, "The reforms were made to make the economic foundations of China more solid. In fact, it was just a tip of the iceberg, in the first 2-3 phases of the reform plans it would be for the preparation for China as a high-income, advanced and eco-friendly country. There could be 2 more packages that will surely solidify the rise of our economy, right now we must focus on paying that debt bubble, the soonest the better."

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters, Beijing

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
Based in Chaoyang District, Beijing
People's Republic of China
Serve the People

中华人民共和国外交部
总部位于北京朝阳区
中华人民共和国
为人民服务

To: Federal Republic of the Philippines; Myanmar
From: People's Republic of China
Encryption: Extreme
Subject: Invitation to the Shanghai Cooperative Organization



Greetings of Peace to our Brothers and Sisters of the South!

Though we may had conflicts in the past, but because of the pacified nature of our administrations we have come to better terms with each other. It is evident that the past years have seen the blossoming of the Chinese and your respective nation's governments. Not just that, but we have mutually benefitted from each other through investments and assistance in times of need. This point has become the basis of China to extend its hand of invitation to the both of you. The benefit that you shall enjoy upon accepting this offer is near limitless, as everything has a limit.

One of this is the further assistance in infrastructure building, jobs making and free trade agreements. This is the key factors in developing one's economy and if you want to bolster your respective economies, it would be utmost beneficial if ever you join us. Not just that, but because we care for the security of our member nations, we have a Mutual Defense Pact, where each other shall defend the one who is in need, militarily speaking. The third is the technological sharing, where you would have access to technologies of Chinese companies, this will not only improve your technological reach but it will greatly benefit your economy.

The last offer is, if ever you were to join, we will begin the integration of your countries to the Belt and Road Initiative Myanmar shall be connected to the rail system of China and Laos, it will not only make your cities to flourish but it will be faster for us to help you in time of need, and with a rail to the Indian port, your trade would be boosted. As to the Philippines, your former President, His Excellency Rodrigo Roa Duterte has greatly improved your own infrastructure with minimal Chinese assistance. However, with our investments not just in infrastructure but also in the slow internet connection which would improve your BPO sector, I believe it is still worth your while.

We shall assure that we will not alienate your allegiance to the ASEAN nations, as it is equally important for the both of your respective economies. And so we offer is always available for you to grasp and rip its benefits

Humbly Yours,

Signed:
Wu Jianmin
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Republic of China

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
Based in Chaoyang District, Beijing
People's Republic of China
Serve the People

中华人民共和国外交部
总部位于北京朝阳区
中华人民共和国
为人民服务

To: The French Republic
From: People's Republic of China
Encryption: Extreme
Subject: Re:



Salutations of Peace!

It is understandable as another great influencer in Africa, that what we have done has shaken the balance in the continent's geopolitical landscape. However, please be assured that our presence in Congo is merely to contain the rebels and has in fact called for reforms to be made in the government and to start peace talks and negotiations. The Congolese government was the one who offered the deal, we merely accepted it.

We also empathize what you felt after the declaration of the name of the CSTO-SCO merger, but with binding agreements especially EU-China Agreement in place, it might even better our standings. As Russia and his allies will be partners of the BRI and might be joining for a new agreement with the EU, it might even be a stepping stone for Russia who warm up a bit with you. We do hope that peace and stability shall remain in this fragile world and time.

Also, I would like to take this moment to inform you for the possible joint mission to Luna in these coming years, we may start with a joint moon landing and moon base construction. It would be great to see the top scientific powers to team up and lead the world to the first space frontier of men in the 1960's.

Humbly Yours,

Signed:
Wu Jianmin
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Republic of China

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China
Based in Chaoyang District, Beijing
People's Republic of China
Serve the People

中华人民共和国外交部
总部位于北京朝阳区
中华人民共和国
为人民服务

To: United States of America
From: People's Republic of China
Encryption: None
Subject: Message of Goodwill



Salutations of Peace!

It truly hurt our hearts when we heard of the news about the shooting of the First Family, it shows that even the most powerful person is still vulnerable. Such cowardly acts must not be let through nor set aside, though we are willing to aid you but our operatives and equipment are not that trusted to go to America, all we could say as of now is for the fast and complete recovery of the President and the First Family.

We have sent a few gifts such as flowers, teddy bear and fruits for you, of course they were all bought in America but still made in China.

Truly Yours,

Signed:
Wu Jianmin
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Republic of China

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National Police Forces

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For the betterment of Nigerian Police Forces and Safety in the country, the police forces have received a major boost that will increase capacity and strength and also fight corruption, this includes the following.
1. All police will have to publish records of crimes in public documents, unless specifically given permission by the State or Federal Governments.
2. All police will be required to wear body cams to record their activities, this will help detect corruption and racism among the police force.
3. Police Forces will receive the following line of vehicles to replace older vehicles:

• Audi A3 Police Model (Standard Police Car)
• 6 Wheeled Land Rover Defender (Standard Trucks and Ambulances)
• Audi R8 GTR (High Speed Patrol Car)
• Ariel Nomad Police Version (Off Road Police Car) (Only Issued in Northern Areas)
• Mercedes Benz G550 (Standard Police Van)
• EC135 (Official Police Helicopter)
• Eurocopter Super Puma (Official Medical Helicopter)
• CB 90 (Official Police Patrol Boat)

4. Police Will receive the following new weapons:

• Berreta PX4 Pistol (Standard Pistol)
• Berreta CX4 Storm (Standard Carbine)
• Skunk Non Lethal Weapon
• Riot Shield and Ballistic Shields
• M24 Sniper System
• Brugger & Thomet GL06 (Standard Grenade Launcher)
• Taser
• Police Baton

5. Police will be given life insurance and free medical care.
6. All Police Stations will be remodeled to meet modern standards, with better cells, technological interfaces, and more reliable and safe buildings in general.
7. All police precincts will receive their own Cyber Security Wing, with the goal of protecting online assets and monitoring the internet for scams, hackers, and other bad things.

Power Grid Construction

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A new powergrid will be constructed to replace the aged older one. This new grid will feature entirely underground power lines that will ensure a secure route for power. This will be accompanied by the construction of many new windfarms and solar plants through out the country to meet growing power demands.

High Speed Initiative

The High speed initiative is a project to reorganize and modernize the Nigerian Rail System. This will begin with the creation of the Nigerian Transit and Travel Department of NTTD. The NTTD will begin buy creating several rail lines capable of High Speed trains through out the country beginning with a Train line along the coast and another connecting Lagos, Ibadan, and Port Harcourt to northern Cities like Kano, Maiduguri, Abuja, and Kaduna. These new rail lines will end up connecting the entire country by 2035. NTTD will also be responsible for leasing out train routes to major companies. This will be a system based off the British Transit system, each Train Line will be managed and serviced by a private company, while NTTD will retain ownership of the track. If train demands cannot be met a bus line must be established to carry passengers. Speaking of which NTTD will also be in charge of opening the National Bus system, Citybus. This will involve the modernization of many bus terminals and the purchase of hundreds of buses to provide transit between cities in Nigeria.

New Airports Throughout the Country

The construction of three new airports will be undertaken starting in summer of 2026 and completing construction around 2030. These airports will be the following: Olorun International Airport in Lagos, Orisha Airport in Port Harcourt, and Chinua Achebe Airport in Kano. Each airport will have an International Terminal and a Domestic Terminal, though Olorun Airport will have a third mixed terminal to meet suspected demands. Any modernization projects on airports in these cities will be continued as these airports will turn into overflow and private airports. Each airport will have capabilities for double floored aircraft such as the A380 and Boeing 747. Each Airport will also have a cargo terminal and repair zone. New Safety standards will be strictly enforced at these airports. Chinua Achebe and Orisha airports will both have 3 Runways, while Olorun will have 4. These airports will be equipped with the newest in technology and a small tram that will connect the different terminals. These airports will also have lounges for Air Nigeria and Azman Air and Arik Air.

Nigerian Postal Service Expansion

Since each town is now required to have post office, postal services have rapidly increased. The Nigerian Government has decided to modernize the air and truck fleets of the postal service this will include the purchase of the following in regards to the Air Fleet:
8x Boeing 747-8i
15x Boeing 777-300 LR
21x British Aerospace 146QT
42x LET L410 Turbolet
In regards to a motorized truck fleet the Postal Service will recieve:
350x Semi's
400x Long Trucks
1,000x Short Trucks
5,000 Mail Distribution Trucks
Their will also be a total 45x Mail Storage Centers built through out the country along with 2 Central Distribution and Packaging Hubs with 1 in Benin City and the other in Kaduna.

Yoruba City Project and Infrastructure Upgrades

The Yorub city project is a project to further link and interconnect the Niger River Delta this will involve the construction of 48 new bridges, hundreds of miles of new highways, and billions of dollars into modernizing the road systems. In Fall of 2026 construction will begin on a Highspeed rail line that will connect the Niger River Delta. In addition to that the Cities of Lagos, Benin City, Port Harcourt, Idaban, Abuja, Onitsha, Warri, Calabar, Nasarawa, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Gombe, and Maiduguri will all have their sewage and plumbing systems modernized with in the next year. As well the Nigerina Government has revealed the design of the new public toilets to modernize public restrooms and increase access to a modern toilet which will stop the spread of cholera and other related diseases.

[Nancivania]

Department of Pensions
Department of Atomic Energy
Department of Space
Department of Home Affairs
Department of Foreign Affairs
Department of Finance
Department of Corporate Affairs
Department of Defense
Department of Information
Department of Transportations
Department of Urban Development
Department of Law and Justice
Department of Electronics
Department of Water and Sanitation
Department of Minority Affairs
Department of Rural Development
Department of Mines
Department of Women and Children
Department of Chemicals
Department of Aviation
Department of Food
Department of Steel
Department of Labor
Department of Science
Department of Health
Department of Textiles
Department of Coal, Oil, and Petroleum

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Internal Affairs

Kolkata, West Bengal, Republic of India

Directly following the reelection of Ishwar Gulati with only 38% of the popular vote, there had been wide reports of large-scale protests and riots in non-Hindi parts of India, namely Tamil Nadu, Kerelia, Goa, Kashmir, and West Bengal. Of these demonstrations, the largest by far was the protest in Kolkata, a city mostly made up of Bengalis that had seen a large percentage of Bengali refugees get settled there. It took a few hours before the peaceful protest had grown into a riot with thousands involved. The rioters had began looting, damaging property, lighting fires, assaulting people, and closing down vital roadways. The riot was completely uncontrolled and had run over every single attempt by the woefully unequipped Kolkata police force to contain or stop it. Even the mobilized riot police had been insufficient, as they ran out of pepper spray within an hour and were outnumbered nearly 15 to 1 by the horde of rioters they had been assigned to break up.

After 2 hours and 12 minutes of uncontrolled rioting, the mayor of Kolkata, Nriol Vadanda had authorized the much better prepared West Bengal State Police to enter Kolkata and break up the riot by any means necessary.

Within hours, footage of the clash had already gone viral, with shaky phone cameras catching the police chopping off smaller portions of the horde before breaking them up with pepper spray, tasers, rubber bullets, and just outright beating up aggressors with their batons, protesters washing their eyes out with milk or lying on the street in handcuffs clutching their stomach after getting winded. However, this hardline stance did manage to break up the riot in Kolkata, and lead to the arrest of over 158 agitators. Many are calling this response by the Kolkata city government extreme, and a blatant attack on an Indian's right to protest.

External Affairs

To: The governments of Nepal, Bhutan, and Vietnam
From: The government of the Republic of India
Subject: Creation of a formal joint-defense alliance
Encryption: [color=#FF0000]High[/color]
Message:

To whomever it may concern.

The recent growth and expansion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and it's recent merger with the Collective Security Treaty Organization has created a threatening situation for many countries in the region. With this in mind, it is our view that in order to retain stability and regional order, a counterweight alliance must be formed by nations whom feel threatened in regards to the current state of affairs. And your nations have commonly referred to as those that have reason to be apprehensive of Chinese military and economic influence. This call comes as a result of the previous meeting between India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka failing to make any major breakthroughs

With this all in mind, we invite your delegates to New Delhi to meet with the government of India to discuss the possibility of banding together in a mutual defense pact to prevent the creeping influence of Beijing from penetrating our borders.

Topics to discuss include the exact form and function of the alliance, it's designated purpose, the commitment membership would entail and the benefits of joining, and obviously, a suitable name will have to be selected upon these prior topics being nailed down.

We eagerly await your response

To: The government of the People's Republic of China
From: The government of the Republic of India
Subject: Implementation of disease-immune bananas in the Republic of India
Encryption: Standard
Message:

To whomever it may concern

As a sign of friendship and cooperation, the Republic of India wishes to procure a small shipment of disease-immune bananas as a sign of friendship and cooperation between our two countries.

We eagerly await your response

To: The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
From: The government of the Republic of India
Subject: Military aid
Encryption: High
Message:

To our esteemed friends

Ever since 2022 saw the last American troops leave Afghanistan, the resulting power vacuum has allowed warlords and terrorists to once again begin dominating the Afghan countryside. We wish to put an end to this, and we have no doubts your government wishes to as well.

Because of this, India wishes to assist our Afghan brothers with the deployment of 1100 troops to Afghanistan to assist in fighting terrorists, help train Afghan soldiers, and serve as neutral middlemen in negotiations between the Afghan government and regional warlords.

Should this initial deployment show signs of success, we would be willing to begin making investments into Afghan infrastructure and industry especially agriculture and Afghanistan's massive potential for mining operations.

We eagerly await your response

Government Affairs

Bill: Granting Political Asylum to The Xinjiang Independence Movement leadership
Proposed By: MLS Zalim Sharma (BJP)
Contents:

Section 1
-Ismail Tiliwadi, as well as the other 6 members of the East Turkistan Freedom and Liberation Organization (ETFLO) currently hiding in Kazakhstan will be given political asylum by the temporary Indian Embassy in Taraz (original embassy moved in response to Russo-Kazakh war)
-These 7 individuals will be flown to Indira Gandhi International Airport from Almaty International Airport before being relocated

Section 2
-The ETFLO leaders will be allowed to set up a headquarters for their organization in one of four cities in India
-These designated cities are as follows:
~Bihar
~Jaipur
~Shimla
~Chandigarh

Section 3
-The ETFLO leaders will be given diplomatic immunity as members of a foreign political organization for the duration of their stay in India

Arguments:

<Pro> These measures support the liberation of the oppressed people of Xinjiang and give us political leverage against the People's Republic of China!

<Con> This act will serve only to offend a major world power and turn them even further against India!

Voting:
For: 313
Against: 218
Abstain: 14

Bill: Indian Military Modernization Act II
Proposed By: MLS Vinod Chakarvarti (BJP)
Contents:

Section 1
-The funding for Indian military development projects will be raised from 71 billion USD to 80 billion USD in the Indian 2027 budget

Section 2
-To prevent an overspending issue, India will decommission half of it's T-72 tanks due to their age and the fact that they've outlived their usefulness
Arguments:

Voting:
For: 264
Against: 263
Abstain: 18

Bill: Bengali Resettlement Blockage Act
Proposed By: MLS Hira Pandey (BJP)
Contents:

Section 1
-The resettlement plan for Bengali refugees will be temporarily suspended for 6 months to lower the number of new arrivals entering India until the border wall is completed

Voting:
For: 259
Against: 282
Abstain: 4

Bill: Banana Industry Protections And Recoverment Act
Proposed By: MLS Naveet Thacker
Contents:

Section 1
-Uninfected banana plantations will be given the option of being quarantined by the Indian federal government for a cost of 15% of new profits
-These plantations that choose to submit to a government quarantine will be moved to the top of the list for what institutions will be given any protentional immune banana strand

Section 2
-Any subject plantation is free to pull out of the agreement at any time, which will result in the government removing the quarantine and allowing the company to gain any new profits
-And plantation that leaves without first gaining immune bananas will be moved to the bottom of the list

Voting:
For: 312
Against: 217
Abstain:

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Military Affairs

Berbera, Republic of Somaliland (controlled), Horn of Africa, Africa

Bebera, a coastal city in what was known to India as the Republic of Somaliland and to the rest of the world as the autonomous region of Somaliland, wasn't known for much. It had mosques that rang their calls to prayer 5 times every day, as would be expected of any city in the area, a few restaurants Indian sailors had snuck away to eat at a few times, and a large deepwater port that served as the main trade hub of the region. It was this port that the Indian destroyer Kochi, a Kolkata class destroyer was currently docked at.

During the minor "scuffle" as it was being referred to y the Indian naval command back home, the ship had received damage both from Chinese shells and the HY-4 missile that struck just a few meters away from the Kochi. The damage itself was largely superficial with parts of the superstructure broke or bent, a radio mast being broke, and a box of inflatable life boats being launched overboard. It was expected to take a few more weeks to get it back into shape to head back to home ports to be fully repaired. The Indian government had reached a deal with Somalilandi officials to give the Indian military temporary control of the pier the Kochi was docked at, as well as provide needed supplies to get her seaborne again. Indian soldiers sent from nearby bases in the Seychelles as well as local police forces had put the pier on lockdown to the civilian population so as to avoid interference. The recovered bodies of the 12 Indian seamen killed were packed onto a plane and sent home from Bebera Airport (fun fact, the Bebera Airport is not only one of the longest in Africa, but was used by NASA to land space shuttles in the 2000s). As a final act of security, the more modern Visakhapatnam class (an upgraded version of the Kolkata class) Indian destroyer Theravada, also part of the anti-piracy task force, was sitting just a few kilometers out of the port to make any possible enemies think twice before coming to finish off the Kochi.

Projects

Ongoing Projects:

Sewer System Upgrade: 90%

Bengal Border Wall: 60%

Refugee Resettlement process: 15% Canceled

Platinum Cities Connection Line V1: 65%

Gold-Silver Connection V2: 95%

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15,000 Indian troops moved to Kashmir in preparation for a large training exercise designated "Operation Rukmini Rising"

India UN officicals take an official stance on the Second Saharah war, asking both sides to back down and for the former ceasefire borders to be reestablished

Number of snakebite deaths in India falls under 20,000 as education and healthcare becomes more available

"Fuck" one anti-Gulati protester in Kolkata was quoted as saying by Kolkata Today

India recorded as having one of the highest approval ratings of Hitler in the world by organization "Worldwide Polling"