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[Ainslie]

Welcome to Ainslie Daily's Broadcast

Today is the 12th of March. Here in Arnton it will reach 12C Today. And now to the news.

News

Relations with Covonant Grow
Arnton, Ainslie
VISA free agreements between Ainslie and Covonant have been confirmed, further allowing the two peoples to visit each other and share each others culture. Kenzai has also confirmed just this afternoon that embassies will open between the two nations, and stated the intent of the Unified Electorates to advance relations with the nation.

New Football Competition
Arnton, Ainslie
A new football league will start from the 15th of March, featuring teams from all over the region.

Weather

• Arnton - Max: 12, Min: 7
• Borderton - Max: 22, Min: 12
• Hauton - Max: 20, Min: 5
• Hendrikson - Max: 22, Min: -3
• Mandurah - Max: 27, Min: 13
• Rathane - Max: 24, Min: 8
• Wellington - Max: 19, Min 14

[Velah]

VELAHI CENTRAL NEWS AGENCY

March 12, 2017

Security is tight at the Velahi capital of Caligangrad, just hours before the leadership of the Workers' Party of Velah are expected to flock to the city to convene an extraordinary meeting which will determine the future of the Party and the country. The Presidium has announced that preparations have been "good as they can get", with officials working quietly amidst the still gloomy atmosphere, national sentiment still low with due to the passing of the dear excellent leader, Comrade Snow, who was buried more than a week ago.

This is the first time since the passing of Comrade Snow that the top brass of the party will be meeting, and it is expected that they will name the successor to the Comrade soon.

The party constitution, which has been written and adopted during the time of Comrade Snow, does not provide for a mechanism to fill in the position of the Chairman of the Central Committee in case of his death, resignation or permanent incapacity. While the Presidium is empowered to assume particular powers of the Chairmanship, the list is only exhaustive and as such, the body could only act in a limited capacity. The Presidium will need to call a Party Congress to address these concerns, but only after the leadership has come into an agreement as to who will be the successor to the revolutionary cause of Comrades Victor Caligan, Patrick Snow and Brandon Snow.

Stay with us for more updates.

[EURANIA]

3/12/17
Euravezya, Eurania
Pravda, Sputnik, Arkaven, The Euravezya Times, Gazeta

After Resignation: The Election

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The resignation of Mikoyan Yenin from his former office of Premier of the Union of Socialist Republics has created a power gap within Eurania. As more members of the Communist Party change party affiliation, so does the power of both parties. Now with over 100 members, the United Eurania party, along with the Communist Party, have compromised to hold a nationwide referendum for the position of Premier. Despite the position being only obtained via appointment by the General Secretary, it was reached between the two parties. In this referendum, the parties will choose one nominee to be a candidate for the Premiership. The Premier is the second highest political officer in Eurania, it is the head of the government and is responsible for the Bureau Supremes and the N.Z.

Communist Party members in red, United Eurania members in blue.

The four-hundred seat Nationov Zoviet, dominated by the Communist Party, opened the referendum this morning on the 12th of March. The referendum will last until 10:00 PM. There will be voting stations in public areas. In the case of those who cannot travel to those places, they will be visited by people who will record their vote. The candidates for the office of Premier are:

Geneva Arkanian - Former Foreign Affairs Secretary during the Republican era, Chairwoman of United Eurania, and former intelligence officer and former inspector. If elected, her position as Chairwoman would be taken over by Aleksandr Osipovich, who would be the Chairman of United Eurania.

Arseny Makarov - The negotiator who worked on the behalf of Eurania during its negotiations with Bhikkustan, former Director of the Bureau of Admission, and former ambassador.

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University of Euravezya reopens, Students respond to referendum


The University of Euravezya in aerial view.

The University of Euravezya (UE) reopened after it was closed for safety reasons and maintenance after a massive sinkhole opened just near the campus. Students who attended took alternate classes in the Euravezya Convention Centre until it was repaired. After the repairs, students came to the campus as it reopened. Classes are now being held again in the campus after several months.

And now, after the announcement of the referendum, students are flocking to the polling center held in the campus convention building.

"I hold support for the Communist Party." spoke Inna Mikoyanova, a sophomore.

"There should be change. The United Eurania party is the change." was the response of Kazimir Altanir, a senior in the university.

[United Republican Lands]

3/12/2017
Republican Times
United Republican Lands

Government Approval Rating Soars

As of last night, a recent survey was published by Republic University. This survey touched on key political issues as well as an overall approval rating analysis. As per the Abortion Survey, 95 of all surveyed stated that they were against the murder of infants and fetuses, while the remaining 5% stated that they did not care about the issue. On Communism, 97% of those surveyed wanted the execution of all communists, while the remaining 3% did not care as long as the communists did not interfere in their daily lives. On Property Rights, all 100% of those surveyed supported the right of the people to own property. When asked about education they received, 87% of those surveyed stated that the education was above expectations, 10% stated that it met their expectations, and 3% said that the education did not meet their expectations. The overall approval rating, determined by the average rating given by each of the people surveyed, reached 87%. This figure is expected as the approval rating has not dipped below 75% since 1985, excluding the times around elections.

[EURANIA]

3/12/17
Euravezya, Eurania
Pravda & Gazeta

Geneva Arkanian: Premier of Eurania

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Arkanian during the overnight session of the Nationov Zoviet on the night of the referendum.

The victor of the 2017 Premiership referendum is Geneva Arkanian, now former Chairwoman of the United Eurania party, in addition to being a former intelligence officer and a former inspector of admission. At her acceptance speech, she stated various motives. A excerpt of her speech, translated, is shown below.

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Euranians, I urge you to trust this new surge. United Eurania does not intend to destroy Eurania by formalizing it with the West, rather rebuild and strength it by embracing the West. Look at socialist nations around you. They are on the losing side of the string of civilization here. They have sentenced themselves to death.

As Premier, I will do my best to make sure that this does not happen to us. A stronger Eurania will be achieved through cooperation with the West and embracing Western styles. No, we will not ruin Euranian culture and life. It will be enhanced.

I urge the Communist Party to trust this as well. The aspects and rights of the people will not be swept aside.

The Communist Party did not provide any comment to Pravda reporters. However, it is still the dominant party, with 278 seats in the Nationov Zoviet.

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Chenenko Changes Party



The General Secretary Angela Chenenko

At the induction of Geneva Arkanian into the Office of Premier, Chenenko also stated that she was no longer a member of the Communist Party.

"I don't support things that will end Eurania." she told Gazeta reporters at the overnight session of the Nationov Zoviet. "I support United Eurania and Ms. Arkanian here as they are a group that isn't afraid to challenge the dominant Communist Party. I myself did not believe in it."

After Chenenko had issued a decree that banned censorship of the media, tensions between her and the Communist Party had risen dramatically over the past period. While now the United Eurania party controls the Presidium - the executive division of the government - the Communist Party still holds power over the Nationov Zoviet.

A spokesperson for the Communist Party, Grigory Zavaboyev - expressed concern that the work of the party would be swept away and the nation would plunge into ruin.

"The party fears that the work for Eurania's people, which was retaining traditional and socialist policies, will be changed with the embracing of Western policies." he spoke to Gazeta reporters.

Eurania's new Premier. as the overnight session continues, will use her new power to the fullest and will issue several decrees, a right granted to the General Secretary and Premier only.

[Velah]

VELAHI CENTRAL NEWS AGENCY

March 13, 2017

Amidst tight security and the growing national anticipation for their every move, senior leaders of the Workers' Party of Velah convened for the first day of the extraordinary conference that was called by the Presidium of the Central Committee. The conference will see important matters being discussed, namely the selection of the new party chair and successor to Comrade Brandon Snow as party and national leader.

The Presidium has also announced that in light of strict requirements under the present party charter, a new party congress would be convened after the leadership has identified the new party leader, as well as other party reforms that will be taken up in the conference. While officials have not identified a specific schedule, and timetable for the conference, what is sure is that the country will be watching closely, particularly with regard to the announcement of the new party leader.

Sources say that the field is pretty much open, with old cadres and rising stars dominating the list of prospective party chair. What is sure as well, is that the National Defense Commission will be a powerful faction, as a huge number of senior military officers have been named to the Central Committee during the lifetime of Comrade Snow. However, the old guard is also expected to wield considerable clout, as the Presidium have been largely calling the shots behind the scenes since the death of Comrade Snow. Whoever will be selected, VCNA is sure to report that he or she will be a fine and excellent successor to the revolutionary cause, and will continue to fight for the proletariat of Velah and the world.

Stay with us for more updates.

[United Republican Lands]

3/13/2017
Republican Times
United Republican Lands

Correction

It came to our notice that an article printed in yesterday's newspaper said that "97% of those surveyed wanted the execution of all communists". This was a misprint, as the statistic was actually "Removal of all communists and communist ideals from Republican Society". This error was due to one of our editors incorrectly summarizing the statistic. We apologize for the error.

[EURANIA]

3/13/17
Euravezya, Eurania
Pravda & Gazeta

Arkanian Issues Decrees En Masse

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Arkanian at the March 13th Nationov Zoviet Session

Premier Geneva Arkanian has issued at least seven decrees since taking office. These decrees target various subjects, from justice to registration and policies. A few include:

• Closure of prison camps - prisoners will be processed by classified means.
• Currently dismissing Bureau Supremes in replacement for appointments for Ministers. The deputies for the Bureau Supremes are Acting Ministers.
• Replacement of the flag (approved by the Nationov Zoviet).

The Premier is one of only two government officers to have the power to issue decrees, also known as Executive Orders. The right was granted during the 2nd Nationov Zoviet session, under its former name, the Euranian People's Congress. The Premier, as the equivalent of a Prime Minister, may direct orders to other government officers.
The Communist Party has not commented, but outliers have likened Arkanian to Hitler and stated that "Arkanian is like HItler. The United Eurania party is rising. What's next, will they remove that old sot (referring to General Secretary Angela Chenenko) and merge the offices of the General Secretary and the Premier?" United Eurania has fired back on this statement, saying that "It is ironic that you state this when you have previously done the same."

There are rumors that the Premier will suspend civil liberties temporarily, but this has been denied and ridiculed by both United Eurania and Arkanian herself.

Arkanian will issue several more decrees as the week and month progresses. Her party, along with her support, his pushing for a new policy called the 'National Interior Policy' - which in reality is a bundle of several laws, policies, and orders that affect the economic and political and civil aspects of Eurania.

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Информатсия: On the National Interior Policy

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As the Nationov Zoviet holds another session, a hot topic in the legislature is a new act that is expected to bring drastic change to Eurania; the National Interior Policy.

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL INTERIOR POLICY?

The National Interior Policy, in reality, is a piece of legislation which has widespread reach. The National Interior Policy intends to:

• Reorganize the Presidium (Cabinet) - whose members are the Ministers, Directors, etc. (passed)
• Introduce reforms to the economy
• Introduce reforms to civil rights
• Introduce reforms to the political process
• Attract foreign investment
• Rebuild the economy
• Etc.

Note: Goals left blank are currently not passed.

[Areguelista]

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2017 Elections

Mar. 14, 2017
Areguelista 24
Contera, Areguelista

Polls Put Lacasa Ahead
Recent polls conducted by Areguelista 24 one day before the election show Socialist candidate Marina Lacasa in the lead, with 28% of Areguelistans polled saying that they would vote for her. As expected, PDP candidate Adriana Laguna and independent candidate Saúl Quesada place close behind, with 26% and 23% of Areguelistans saying that they would vote for them, respectively. Conservative candidate Juan Diego Muñoz places 4th with 16%, and all other candidates make up the remaining 7%. Lacasa is still expected to win tomorrow's election

[Travencia]

Travencia News Network
all the news that's fit to report

Kodiak: Officials in Alaska this afternoon announced a significant finding of Uranium ore underneath the Denali Ridge Range. The area has been under intense scrutiny upon the discovery of Natural Gas a decade ago. Conservationists have pleaded with Provincial officials about setting aside the land as a National Park, however a significant number of residents oppose federal intervention.

The timing of the discovery coincides with the announcement from Travencia Light & Power [TLP] that its planned new nuclear facility, Dragon I and II is expected to come on line within the next 18 months. The reactors are designs from Oster Consortium for Energy Solutions, 2 Steel 1800 designs which are sodium cooled and eliminate one of the potential concerns of efficient heat sinks in a tropical climate.



Montpellier: Pegadyne Industries have announced they plan to go ahead with a planned expansion and seek to open a few new offices around the western isles region. Officials were scant on specific details, but had given a ballpark of expecting 3-5 new sites within the next two years. Growth is expected to remain high for the forseeable future, both domestically and abroad.

[Dragao do Mar]

THE PEOPLE
3/14/2017
Fortaleza, Dragão do Mar

Cisne Branco's Travel Coverage

5:43 pm - Cisne Branco leaves Gan Fingolka

The sail ship from Dragão do Mar is leaving now the city Gran Puerto in the Gan Fingolka islands, departing to New Libang in Athara Magarat.

Cisne Branco and its crew stayed a total of nine days in the country, more than the expected time of three to four days. However the visitation and its objectives are considered accomplished, the Fingolkan people were able to meet the ship in the second to the sixth day of visitation.

We were informed by officers that the permanence in Athara Magarat will be long too, but we have not the information of how much days it will exactly take.

6:57 pm - Cisne Branco arrives in New Libang

Today the Cisne Branco reached the Athara Magarati capital, New Libang, the fourth stop in the Cisne Branco's travel. The city is located in the country plains and far from the coast, but connected by the Mer-ma-syang-di river. This travel were considered challenging, but the experienced crew is accustomed to river navigation because they are familiarized and used to practice in the rivers of Dragão do Mar.

Comparing to other countries, a low number of visitors are being expected in New Libang, due to the small population of Athara Magarat and of the city. The local authorities are contacted and the safety of the crew is being increased especially in this ship's stop, Athara Magarat become a concern to the Marian government due to a high concentration of criminal organizations in the country.

"I would not like to say the name of these local terrorist organizations, but some occurrences related to them let us shocked" said the Marian Defense Minister, the Mrs. Marina Cristiane "It's a danger to be recognized, but i have conviction that they will not interfere in the ship and its crew security. Through it all, we are going to conclude our main objectives that is approach to Athara Magarat diplomatically and let its people meet our historic patrimony that is Cisne Branco".

Here is the Cisne Branco's Travel Coverage team and we expect to announce the departing of Cisne Branco to Covonant in this week or in the next one.

[EURANIA]

3/14/17
Euravezya, Eurania
Pravda & Gazeta

Minister appointments confirmed by the Standing Appointment Committee

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Arkanian at the Nationov Zoviet session, with some of the new ministers and deputy ministers.

The Standing Appointment Committee, a group of officials appointed by the Nationov Zoviet, have confirmed all of Premier Arkanian's new cabinet. Most are the former Bureau Supremes, but a few are new faces.

Following new decrees by Arkanian and legislation passed by the N.Z, the reformation of the Presidium, the executive body in which the Cabinet is embodied in, has already begun. The new ministers and deputy ministers took the pledge, lead by the Premier herself. She congratulated them and so did the rest of their compatriots.

Only 1/4 of the ministers and deputy ministers were Communist Party members, a move described by CPE spokespersons as 'biased'.

A few of the newly-ordain include:

• Gennady Altin, the Minister of Labor
• Chynaras Baksh, the Minister of Justice
• Yury Alkashenko, the General Commander of the Armed Forces of Eurania, and the Minister of Defense

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New government institutions created under decree by Chenenko

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General Secretary Angela Chenenko has issued two new decrees: The first of which, is the creation of the following government agencies:

• The Foreign Intelligence Ministry (FSM)
• The State Main Security Office (SGBR)
• The Ministry of Information (at the request of the CPE)

Skilled workers without jobs will received notices and are encourage to schedule interviews and try to apply for the new agencies. Others will be reassigned.

The second decree renames the positions that were once the Communist embodiment:

• Premier of the Union of Socialist Republics - the Prime Minister of the Union of Socialist Republics
• General Secretary of the Communist Party of Eurania and the Union of Socialist Republics - the President of the Union of Socialist Republics

By renaming these positions, however, it shall not hinder the operations of the offices state above - they will simply continue work under a different name. They also have the same powers and responsibilities as before.

[Velah]

VELAHI CENTRAL NEWS AGENCY

March 15, 2017

The Workers' Party of Velah and the People's Democratic Republic of Velah will have a new leader. After two days of intense discussions and meetings between the senior leaders of the WPV, the Presidium announced Wednesday that Vice Marshal Lev Verdiyev was elected by an overwhelming majority of the leadership. He is now poised to become the next Chairman of the Central Committee, succeeding to the post previously held Comrade Brandon Snow.

The excellent Comrade Vice Marshal has been a quiet but steady, reliable and powerful worker for the party. Comrade Verdiyev has close to four decades of distinguished service before the party and the Velahi Worker's Army. He rose through the ranks in the Velahi People's Army. Born on May 07, 1957 in the province of Vichit, Comrade Verdiyev came from humble beginnings. His father was an early supporter of Victor Caligan, having served in the Velahi Worker's Army, the precursor of the modern military force of the country. His mother was a teacher in a local elementary school. He entered the national university and graduated with a degree in military science, with high honors in 1976. Thereafter, he entered the Velahi People's Army and was commissioned as a young officer, serving in various command and staff positions in the armed forces.

In 1998 he got a seat in the powerful National Defense Commission, serving as Vice Chief of the General Staff. In 2004, he was promoted to full general and was appointed as Minister of the People's Armies. In said position, he worked tirelessly for the modernization of the Velahi People's Army, and recommended reforms for the wellbeing of the military's soldiers and other employees. He was also put in charge of the VPA's modernization efforts, particularly the continuing development of the VIF-2 Vortex. He was also named to accompanying positions in the Ministry of the State Security and as alternate member in the Central Committee. In 2015 he was promoted to Vice Marshal, one of three holders of the title and the youngest at that. In the said post, he helped craft and execute overall military strategy and defense objectives, while continuing to professionalize and develop the capabilities of the VPA.

In a short speech thanking the party leaders, Comrade Verdiyev said he was "extremely humbled" by the confidence of the party.

"To lead is no easy feat. It entails an immense responsibility, not for one's sake, but for the sake of those who follow him. For their lives, their very future may well depend on it... I've seen this, and felt its burden for many years, particularly its significance in the People's Army. But certainly, I have never dreamed, let alone imagine, that one day I will be called to serve in a greater capacity."

Comrade Verdiyev also prayed tributed to Comrade Brandon Snow, saying that the former party leader "will serve as an inspiration and model" for him as he prepares to take on the roles Comrade Snow previously fulfilled. He said that while the country was already in the straight path to undisturbed progress, certain reforms have to be made if the country was to continue marching forward.

Meanwhile, the Presidium announced that a historic Party Congress will be called to formally elect Comrade Veridyev was Chairman of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party, among other important changes. With the naming of the new leader, other movements in the Central Committee, and the Presidium are also expected to take place.

Comrade Verdiyev is also expected to push for structural reforms, taking into account the 'loopholes' that have been brought into light with the death of Comrade Snow, relative to transitions of power and the continued operations of the government.

VCNA congratulations the excellent Comrade Vice Marshal, and looks forward to his great success as our Chairman, Supreme Commander and Paramount Leader! All Hail Comrade Marshal Vice Lev Verdiyev!

[Bhumidol]

3/15/17
Rajadhani Global Times
Rajadhani, Bhumidol

Chancellor Extends Official Apology to Xrevaro, Lays Out Timeline for Repatriation of Xrevarans

18:28 - During Wednesday's Sriteesam, Chancellor Yagharu acknowledged that the Bhumhalese government was responsible for the deaths of approximately 24,290 Xrevarans, and the trafficking of around 16,000 Xrevarans who are now under the custody of the Bhumhalese government. "On behalf of the Bhumhalese nation and its people, I apologize to the people of Xrevaro for the grave atrocities committed by my predecessor and her cohorts, and for the atrocities still being committed against trafficked Xrevarans who have yet to be found".

The public apology came as a major shock to many Bhumhalese. Some were concerned that the government could not afford the responsibility of owning up to nations affected by the trafficking crisis, when a bill introduced in the Rajya Sabha apportioned ~$1.3 billion for the repatriation and sucessful resettlement of trafficked Xrevarans and other peoples back to their home country. The chancellor remained silent on the matter of funding, likely due to her intention to leave the Bhumhalese economy undisturbed as it potentially enters a recession.

Chancellor Yagharu stated that her priority was to, "ensure that the repatriation of Xrevarans happens in an orderly fashion, so that those who return to their home country will have sufficient capital to rebuild their lives and be in a position to reunite with their loved ones".

To fulfill her stated goal, she has said that she had met with members of the Xrevaran government over the past week get Xrevaran refugees in contact with their relations back at home. All in all, over the next two weeks, about 12,000 Xrevarans will be brought back to their home country. Trafficked Xrevarans, as expressed by the government, would be a more difficult concern to grapple with.

"We are mainly concerned that Xrevarans with no relations or marketable skills will end up chornically unemployed or socially outcast if they choose to return to their home country", said Anu Dubey, the Chairman of the Committee of Foreign Affairs. "Our committee is currently in the process of drafting a program to ensure these particular refugees can return to their country of origin in a responsible and humane manner".

[Areguelista]

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2017 Elections

Mar. 15, 2017
Areguelista 24
Contera, Areguelista

Saúl Quesada Wins Tightly Contested Presidential Election

Independent candidate Saúl Quesada has won the tightly contested presidential election on March 15, with 28.4% of voters choosing Quesada as their first choice. Under Areguelista's government, the candidate with the most second choice votes, in this case Socialist candidate Marina Lacasa, must become Vice President upon the winning candidate's inauguration. Quesada will be inaugurated on April 8, 2017, after which he will nominate cabinet positions. Saúl Quesada is seen as a left-leaning politician that will most likely continue with President Martin La Madrid's center-left policies.

[Travencia]

TNN: Nightly News




Travencia City: With less than 48 Hours to go until the Cooperative Union Trade and Economic summit, Officials are confident that the newly upgraded International Isle's District will find a new home as a convention hub. With a dedicated and updated International airport within 10 km's and easy access to major transportation networks for both the Greater Travencian Area and the countryside at large.

Treasury officials are expected to announce an ambitions plan for the Federal Investment Corporation. It's widely rumored that ministers will announce plans to invest T¥ 20,000,000 into the economies of Cooperative Union members. It's speculated that the Travencian Exchange will likely expand its ability to offer currency trading to The Western Isles at large. A major TEX upgrade is planned to be finished by years end.

[Covonant]

March 16, 2017
Coventry, Covonant



Covonantian International Development Fund to provide Eurania with $500 million loan package



The Chief Financial Officer of the Covonatian International Development Fund Mr. Simon Stewart is reporting that the FUND having been in extensive dialogue with representatives from the Euranian government have finalised a loan package agreement in the sum of $500 million dollars. Mr. Stewart notes that with the reforming of the country's political system great emphasis on the economy should be a priority as Eurania's economy is stagnant.

We (the FUND) have been in meetings and conversations with representatives from the Euranian government, who had flown into Coventry at the CIDF headquarters with proposals for a loan agreement. The main concern expressed by the Euranian representatives was that their economy was experience years of anemic growth as a result of bad fiscal policies mostly centred around a communist/socialistic model. We tried to come up with the best possible amount that could add some oil to the wheels of production in the country, and the parties agreed to a loan package amounting to $500 million dollars

Mr. Stewart express that the loan package would be distributed in three (3) phases over a 3 year period. He also notes that technical support will be given to critical areas to drive growth mainly the agriculture and manufacture sector.

It has been agreed upon for the loan package to be distributed in three phases spanning three years. In the first installment we would distribute $250 million dollars that would focus on Eurania's revitalization of the agriculture industry and for the purchasing of tools, machineries, seeds, fertilisers ect. The second installment would see $100 million being distributed, to provide technical assistance to farmers and other individuals within the society that directly contributes to the growth initiative, the final $150 million will be distributed in the likely event Eurania may need to balance it payment of debt as we note where they will accrue added debts as well as to provide cushioning for the effects the economy may experience in the 2 installments and factoring the instability of the region as well.

Mr. Stewart notes that his visit to Eurania along with technocrats from the CIDF who are all citizens of Donor states views where Eurania show signs where growth is possible. He however advocates that the new Premier Geneva Arkanian should put in place robust reforms that leads to liberalising of the economy.

When my team and I which including technocrats within the FUND from Ipland, Noronica, and Ostehaar made a visit to Eurania we saw potential for growth in the country. And it is unfortunate that socialistic/communistic policies have led to years of low growth and low productivity. I believe the new Premier Geneva Arkanian is serious on having change and in our meetings I expressed that the CIDF would monitor greatly the programmes and policies that the new administration will implement as it would have to go in line with the economic programmes that the CIDF stresses on, such as total liberalization of the economy, divesting and privatising all state owned entity to local and foreign investors, the improving of bureaucracy in government agencies, the implementing of a robust tax system (so reform is needed), and most importantly the deregulating of the market and a limited interference from the state. These are the criteria that we deliberated on and she showed great levels of committing to seeing her nation's economy improve.

He notes that monitoring of the Euranian programmes will be a deciding factor whether the installment phase may be quicken. He however notes that he is confident that the country turn around is a positive that Communist states throughout the Isles should emulate.

Political machinery ahead on campaign trail



It has been officially two weeks since the campaign season for Covonant's national election began and already the two major political parties, The Covonantian Political Party (Conservative), and the Democratic Party of Covonant (Liberals) are already looking to mobilize its supporters around their message. The ruling Democratic Party of Covonant led by Prime Minister Imperatus Marl held its first rally on Sunday one week after nomination of candidates were announced. 270 names have been sent to the Electoral Commission to begin the 5 month long campaign period. Prime Minister Marl at the DPC rally held at Liberty Park in Antonite, Marlonicis expressed that his government is creating a stronger Covonant under the slogan A Stronger Covonant where he expressed over the past 5 years his party have made Covonant a beacon of the Western Isles and a force respected throughout.


DPC political rally at Liberty Park, Antonite, Marlonicis

We have done great things, but we can do greater. Covonant has grown over the past 5 years under my party's leadership and we are going to continue growing. We are committed to making a stronger Covonant

The Prime Minister stressed that at no other time had Covonant been respected than under his administration.

It is a fact that under my administration, we have been both respected and feared, respected by our allies and feared by our adversaries, we have progressed in areas of tax reform, and reforming of our political practices. My administration and the DPC have stressed on diplomacy to establish our presence in the Isles and it as proven successful with the image this country has abroad and the respect other peoples and nations have for us.

In Caledion Square in Capitoline, Roberticis Opposition Leader and head of the CPP Crassus Gais criticized the DPC ruling government as uncaring and unpatriotic. He expressed that the people are discontent with the ruling government and notes his campaign slogan, Put Covonant First

Since the DPC have been in power they have stressed more on outsiders and less on the people they were elected to serve. They have given up our nation to foreigners and are quick to defend people many miles away. We are yet to be appeased for our pain that we felt on December 18. We give our allies a pass when they inflict pain on us and flex our muscle to those weaker than us, this is the Covonant you visioned you wanted to live in? you wanted to raise your family in? The DPC have put the Isles first, the CPP plans to Put Covonant First.

CPP political rally at Caledion Sqaure, Capitoline, Roberticis

Both parties are expected to carry out nationwide campaign and rallies over the 5 months leading to a 4 night debate leading up to election day. The CBC will be sure to keep you posted on all the happenings concerning Covonant Decides 2017.

Do remember you are with the CBC.

[Shanowinn]

March 16, 2017
T3 - The Termon Telegraph
Termon, Shanowinn

Owinn Forces Secure Damhford

ROA troops securing Damhford from the Highland militants.

Over the past several days, the Royal Owinn Army has been executing its strategic campaign to encircle and capture the rebellious city of Damhford. Despite attempted resistance, reports claim that Owinn forces have now fully captured the city. One battle took place in the Ossigh region of the highlands; Owinn forces triumphed over the highland insurrectionists there and forced them to retreat.

Officers of the Royal Owinn Army claim that due to the victory at Ossigh and elsewhere, and especially due to the capture of Damhford(the capital of the self-proclaimed Highland Republic), the rebellion cannot continue to survive for long. General Clesek Sowenna said "one factor [we considered] is their economic sustainability and stability--capturing Damhford has deprived them of that, and same for strategic and diplomatic..." Ahern Chulainn NaAchill himself has commented that "re-taking Damhford will spell defeat for these rebel extremists."

[EURANIA]

3/16/17
Euravezya, Eurania
Pravda

NEP of the NIP passes

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The National Economic Policy, a policy of the larger National Interior Policy, has passed the Nationov Zoviet. It will go into effect at midnight.

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC POLICY?

The National Economic Policy (NEP) is a new government policy which intends to liberalize the economy. It intends to allow agricultural and industrial entities to sell products at market prices. Companies would no longer fulfill government commands, and the government was no longer in command of the economy. In addition, many business will no longer be under government ownership; most will be privatized. The policy will work in stages. Stage 1, which intends for industrial and agricultural business to sell at market prices, decollectivizes farms, and opens entepeneurs to create their own business, and opens up foreign investment. Stage 1 takes effect at 12:00 AM.

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The NEP passed following meetings with the Covonant International Development Fund (CIDF), which recommended liberal economic policies.

Some deputies of the N.Z. have lashed out at the idea of Eurania accepting help from the outside, while others, mainly United Eurania deputies, have embraced it. Economists have also called the policy 'bold'.

The Minister of Trade, Evgeny Bogachev, spoke "This is a perfect opportunity for Eurania to rebuild itself from the down-up. For quite a while, the economy was like an animal squeezing to death. Now, the grip has loosened."

[Kobnia]

3-17-2017
Radio Free Kobnia
Undisclosed Location
Republic of Kobnia-in-exile

GREAT LEADER SURAN KO MIRGA REPORTED DEAD

SECURE LOCATION - The leader of the People's Republic of Kobnia, President Suran Ko-Mirga has been reported dead, age 40, according to sources from within the "Great Leader"'s palace on the outskirts of the capital city of Akutya. The leader was apparently found lifeless in his bed earlier this morning by one of his servants. There has been no word of foul play or on the status of surviving family. The unexpected dead leaves succession to one of the region's most isolated nations in complete disarray. His heir-apparent, is believed to be a 6 year old son.

What will happen next is up in the air as various factions within the Kobnian state vie for power in the sudden absence of one of the region's most brutal and eccentric dictators.

[Ainslie]

Welcome to Ainslie Daily's Broadcast

Today is the 18th of March. Here in Arnton it will reach 24 Today. And now to the news.

News

Protests begin in Highland Ridge
Highland Ridge, Ainslie

The Local Court in Highland Ridge was blockaded yesterday morning, as peaceful protesters stood in front of the entrance. This could have stopped court proceedings for the day and forced Electoral Police to relocate the protesters elsewhere. The local electoral representative visited Highland Ridge and as he stepped out of the car a piece of kangaroo dung was flung at him. The perpetrator was known to police and was tasered immediately. She is now fronting Electoral Court in Hauton on the 19th of March.

Press Conference Interrupted
Leederville, Ainslie



The Federal Government was conducting their daily press conference today in Leederville today as protesters entered the room mid-conference dressed similar to the image above. Kenzai then walked off the podium and through the back door, with no explanation given by the press secretaries after.

Sports

Isles Premier League
Arnton, Ainslie
Follow the league here! A more permanent weekly league will be established at the end of this competition: https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=787968

Weather

• Arnton - Max: 24, Min: 16
• Borderton - Max: 21, Min: 12
• Hauton - Max: 29, Min: 11
• Hendrikson - Max: 27, Min: 20
• Mandurah - Max: 29, Min: 14
• Rathane - Max: 31, Min: 9
• Wellington - Max: 21, Min 15

[Xrevaro]

March 18, 2017
Bréevira, Xrevaro
X.I.N.N Online
Ambitious Government Unveils New Deals
Following the speech two weeks ago by House Speaker Wilqas Un-Kinwa, the Xrevaran Government has launched itself into talks with nations and corporations alike. The initial results of some of these talks were finalized late yesterday and have just been released.

Xrevaro to Pay Gudao for Military Protection, Training. Following intense discussion over budget allocations and the dissolution of the Oster-Xrevaro Treaty of 1984, the Xrevaran government has reached a consensus with the government of Gudao. Gudao, a long standing friend and ally of Xrevaro, has signed a defensive pact with the Xrevaran government. Stipulations of the pact include paying the Gudaon Government 130 million USD annually, several bases in Xrevaro, and formation of a Civil Guard-a group of Xrevaran elite police officers to be trained by Gudaon Special Ops and handle situations of extreme caution.
>>>Read More.

Commonwealth Unveils Refugee Plan. Following the new government of Bhumidol's plan to send 12,000 Xrevaran refugees back, The Commonwealth of The Western Isles has stepped forward at the request of the Xrevaran government to help in their placement. Gudao and Atnaia have pledged to take in some refugees as Xrevaro organizes the proper materials to ensure their reintegration into society. Xrevaro sends its thanks to the Bhumalese government for their cooperation in the matter.
>>>Read More.

Ainslie, Xrevaro Foster Greater Cooperation. Queen Pavoti, on behalf of Xrevaro, has begun her diplomatic tour around the Isles to foster new relations and strengthen old ones. Her first stop has been in the southern nation of Gael, Ainslie. After long discussions, the Arton Deal has been finalized between the two nations. Among many other points of the deal, two stand out. The Arnton Deal grants citizens of both nations mutual access to either nation without the need of visas, and also announces a tariff reduction of 5% on agricultural, pharmaceutical, fuel products.
>>>Read More.

Armex to Build Complex in Xrevaro
Pharmaceutical corporation Armex, Headquartered in Ainslie, has announced the construction of a Medical Research and Development Complex in Xrevaro. The complex is projected to be 20 acres large and employ local Xrevarans in the construction.
>>>Read More.

[Ainslie]

Welcome to Ainslie Daily's Broadcast

Today is the 19th of March. Here in Arnton it will reach 20 Today. And now to the news.

News

Kenzai hosts Xrevaro's Head of State
Arnton, Ainslie
Ainslie recently welcomed the arrival of Queen Pavoti, choosing Ainslie as her first stop on a diplomatic tour to strengthen foreign relations. Queen Pavoti is to be leaving Ainslie soon to reach her next stop. Kenzai and Pavoti today announced the commencement of a mutually beneficial VISA agreement. The two heads of state also signed a deal to reduce tarriffs to 5% for agricultural and pharmaceutical goods, as well as food products.



Pavoti speaks with Armex Pharmaceutical directors.
Hauton, Ainslie
Yesterday, Pavoti visited Hauton, Ainslie's centre for research, development and innovation. Along with directors, Pavoti announced the establishment of a new medical research and development centre in Xrevaro. It is to be placed on a 20 acre property and will employ local workers, further consolidating their commitment to sustainable economic policies and regional development.



Protests turn violent in Hauton
Hauton, Ainslie

Pictured Above: Amanda Kingsley
Protests have turned violent today in Hauton, as Amanda Kingsley (Who was the protester arrested in Highland Ridge yesterday) begins her trial in the city. Ainslie Daily was able to get a statement from Kingsley's lawyers.

"We believe that Kingsley is innocent on all counts, yet the courts will place her guilty due to their tendency to not be embarrassed. We implore the Judicial Council to review this case personally, as the very existence of this trial is a desperate attempt to try and detain people who are clearly innocent.

The Electoral Court of Wesland refused to respond to our inquiries citing that they refuse to respond on trials which are to be conducted by judges in a fair and uninfluenced manner. They then proceeded to threaten sueing the network for breaching the constrictive and tight court reporting codes of conduct in the electorate.

Sports

Round Three - Isles Football Premier League Results
Arnton, Ainslie
Round Three

APF Athara Magarat (APF Athara Magarat) 1–0 Army Club Athara Magarat (Army Club Athara Magarat)

Azul Chaira (Azul Chaira) 1–0 Cabras da Peste (Cabras de Peste)

Coventry FC (Coventry FC) 1–0 Devios City FC (Devios City FC )

Dynamo Samadhi (Dynamo Samadhi) 2–1 FC Chalserdam (FC Chalserdam )

FC Internazionale (FC Internazionale ) 2–0 Gaslet United (Gaslet United )

Gudao FC (Gudao FC) 8–3 Himora Athletique (Himora Athletique)

Jueverna Ailis United (Jueverna Ailis United) 2–1 Kingsland Bridge (Kingsland Bridge )

Libang FC (Libang FC) 1–2 Los Mosqueteros (Los Mosqueteros)

North Star (North Star) 0–1 Northam City (Northam City )

Northam United (Northam United ) 1–3 Papiquense (Papiquense)

Punbhai FC (Punbhai FC) 1–4 Roberticis United FC (Roberticis United FC )

Sanghachakra Marasthra (Sanghachakra Marasthra) 1–0 Snow Leopards (Snow Leopards)

South Coast Strikers (South Coast Strikers) 2–1 Tatu Boleiros (Tatu Boleiros)

The Ridge Highlanders (The Ridge Highlanders) 2–1 Vertaque FC (Vertaque)


Weather
• Arnton - Max: 20, Min: 7
  
• Borderton - Max: 27, Min: 11
• Hauton - Max: 18, Min: -3
• Hendrikson - Max: 24, Min: 3
• Mandurah - Max: 27, Min: 10
• Rathane - Max: 29, Min: 4
• Wellington - Max: 19, Min 12

[Travencia]

Sprague: The Carpathian Soviet has dissolved itself in a vote of no confidence succeeding against the council of ministers, with the vote being seen as a crushing blow to the strained coalition between labor and communists. Socialists are expected to sweep power in many districts, with labor likely making a return to prominence not seen sense the 1930's. Questions remain about implementation of Cooperative Union policies regarding the unique relationship the Carpathian Socialist State has in the Federal Republic. 9 of the 10 largest unions support membership, with many seeing increased opportunities ahead in sustaining a good quality of life.









TSA officials have announced possible future plans for a Mars mission if the proposed CU: Spaceport gets approved and built. With the kind of infrastructure planned, a manned Mars mission would be feasible by 2040, with plans being drawn up for a possible colony or outpost to be set up if conditions are favorable.

[Noronica]

Features

• Cricket Fiasco
  What went wrong
  for the Noronnicans in Ainslie?
• Flashing Cash
  Noronica's most
  controversial star's spending habits.
• Overhyping?
  Are game developers
  promising much and releasing little?

Controversial 'Authoritarian' Bill

Sun 14:52 | Politics

Noronica's Secretary for Defence - Joshua McIntosh

During the Round Table session this morning, Secretary for Defence Joshua McIntosh submitted a new bill for the Round Table to consider. The debate that followed was very heated as it suggested a complete overhaul of the political system. After being released to the public, the new bill divided the country.

For approximately 789 years, Noronica has kept the system of a 'Round Table' as the government for the country. Instead of being overhauled, it has been adapted and evolved through centuries of monarchs and an increasing sense of liberalism. Even after the Civil War, the political system was put back into place as it was seen as the most effective. Now, however, a new bill threatens to topple the old system.

The Noronnican Secretary for Defence, Joshua McIntosh, has today submitted a new bill with the promise of change and efficiency for the government. He proposes that a constitution is written, a new legislative body be created, and to grant a lot more power to the office of Prime Minister. This move has been seen as odd, especially for a minister in his office. The Round Table has not rejected the bill as they are divided by it.

The public has formed two factions from what we can tell. One is entirely in favour of the bill, stating it is necessary for the government to be a strong administrative body, ensuring the prosperity of Noronica. While the other side is calling the bill 'illiberal' and 'authoritarian', stating that the bill would allow the Prime Minister a multitude of powers which could easily be used for selfish means or to tighten their political grip on critics.

Joshua McIntosh is defending the bill vehemently, calling the bill 'necessary'. He said earlier in a statment to the NMC that;

This is entirely justifyable. With the recent attacks on the city Gwynon, and with the increasing threat of terrorism and conflict in the Isles, Noronica must have a strong government leading it. The people voted for us to lead them, now we need to keep our promise and give meaning to "Fortis, Imperterritus et Intelligens." With these new additions, Noronica shall prosper under a more efficient administration that ensures a brighter future for our nation.

The current Prime Minister, Gerald Night, deflected these claims, agreeing that the new bill is 'wrong' and 'entirely unbalanced'. When asked whether he would enjoy more powers, he stated that:

The system has been around for hundreds of years and Noronica has thrived under it. Why change something which already brings prosperity and efficiency?

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