Tokyo Conference [CLOSED/CoDN MEMBERS ONLY]

[Dragomerian Islands]

Adding to the discussion on neutral countries, Oscar said, "I agree with Emperor Ryūō, the only restrictions facing neutral countries should be around supporting either side militarily in a conflict. If a neutral country decides to start supporting another side in a direct, military way, then they should simply cease to be considered neutral. I would not be able to support a motion to enact sanctions on neutral countries, being the leader of one myself. However, I do agree with Emperor Jimenez that there should be no restrictions on neutral countries providing aid - often times it is only those countries that provide aid to civilians in the midst of war."

'Sanctions would be political suicide...', he thought to himself, sitting back in his chair and thinking about his position in the polls for the upcoming 1905 election.

"I agree. No matter what kind of support they are giving them, it is still support. Even if it is just money, the country can use it to buy weapons. During the Persian-Konstantinoplean war of 1900-1902, Yurizlansia committed resources to East Persia in a trade agreement, This was followed by a blockade from GK which then eventually broke into a all-out war. Going back to my part in that war, should the declaration of neutrality be negated by a preexisting trade agreement? When we were involved, this was a new trade agreement where we gave them weapons so it makes sense for us to surrender our neutrality. But what if someone in the Pacific declares war on Dragomeria? Even if we wanted to we could not get involved due to us lacking a very up to date navy. So would we have to terminate the trade agreement to keep our neutrality, or can we keep the existing trade agreement and keep our neutrality?"

Andrei Klumystef sat and waited for his question to be answered.

"I term neutrality as a nation who is not giving active military assistance, such as sending troops, during conflict. I do not term trade deals existing prior to a war, as being allied to a nation during a war, as it economically punishes both those at war, and those who usually trade with those who are at war."

[Dragomerian Islands]

"So, are there any other 'Rule of War' proposals before we agree on a final set of rules?"

King Ryuo takes a sip of water as he waits for the visitors' replies.

[Ascoobis]

After a minute of waiting for suggestions, Emperor Jimenez spoke out. "Indeed Emperor Ryūō. However, It would be wise add to whatever official document that these rules will be on, that they could be edited at anytime by another conference. As the art, technologies, and complexity of war develops and advances, we will have to keep our rules up to date with them."

[Dragomerian Islands]

After a minute of waiting for suggestions, Emperor Jimenez spoke out. "Indeed Emperor Ryūō. However, It would be wise add to whatever official document that these rules will be on, that they could be edited at anytime by another conference. As the art, technologies, and complexity of war develops and advances, we will have to keep our rules up to date with them."

"Yes, The official list will be copied for distribution to each of you to keep. Also, we should hold a meeting to discuss these rules and to possibly update them once every ten years or whenever needed."

[Neigeland]

Listening to the conversation between Emperor Jimenez and Emperor Ryuo, Chief Friedrich interjected; "I have no issues with any of these proposals and these rules of war have the full support of my and my delegation. I also agree that this conference should be regularly held, in order to update the rules of war to keep with the times. Ten years, as you suggested, Emperor, sounds like a good time period. I have one question, however - how will we enforce them?"

[Dragomerian Islands]

Listening to the conversation between Emperor Jimenez and Emperor Ryuo, Chief Friedrich interjected; "I have no issues with any of these proposals and these rules of war have the full support of my and my delegation. I also agree that this conference should be regularly held, in order to update the rules of war to keep with the times. Ten years, as you suggested, Emperor, sounds like a good time period. I have one question, however - how will we enforce them?"

"Our governments and militaries will enforce them. For violators, there will be trials."

[East Persia]

*After waking up from a nap during the meeting, Hatami looks and says:

"By God, I'm sorry that I've slept."

Hiis diplomat told him what he had missed.

"Righto, I would agree to the rules of war. I think our treatment of prisoners are the best in the world and allows us to become a feared and powerful nation."

[Dragomerian Islands]

"Are there any more rules of war to be proposed, before we finalize them? Dinner shall come soon after we finish this part of the discussion."

[Ascoobis]

"I'm sure that I speak for everyone else that we have concluded this chapter of our discussion. What do you propose we discuss next on this mission of peace?"

[Dragomerian Islands]

"I'm sure that I speak for everyone else that we have concluded this chapter of our discussion. What do you propose we discuss next on this mission of peace?"

"If we have no further comments, then dinner shall be served before resuming to discuss formal ways to promote world peace."

OOC: This RP is going slower than expected.

[Ascoobis]

"Very well then. I am looking forward to it."

[Neigeland]

Listening to the exhcnage between the Ascoobian and Dragomerian Emperors, Oscar Friedrich sat back with a sigh of relief. At least for now, the diplomatic wrangling has come to an end - time for the dinner that he had been awaiting since departing Olympia a week ago. Oscar was relieved, not just for the end of discussions, however temporary, but for the fact that the neutral countries proposal carried. 'Now that is something that I can take home', he thought. It was not common that decisions made at international conferences such as this one benefited Neigeland in such a particular and direct way, and this was certain to add strength to his election campaign.

[The Scarlet Shogunate]

Arrival of the Mistress, Remilia Scarlet.
"It is an honor to meet you in this conference" Remilia said. She was putting away her umbrella she used to protect her vampire body from the sun.

[Dragomerian Islands]

Listing to the exhcnage between the Ascoobian and Dragomerian Emperors, Oscar Friedrich sat back with a sigh of relief. At least for now, the diplomatic wrangling has come to an end - time for the dinner that he had been awaiting since departing Olympia a week ago. Oscar was relieved, not just for the end of discussions, however temporary, but for the fact that the neutral countries proposal carried. 'Now that is something that I can take home', he thought. It was not common that decisions made at international conferences such as this one benefited Neigeland in such a particular and direct way, and this was certain to add strength to his election campaign.

Ryuo said, "Then let us eat!"

As soon as he said that, many waiters entered the room and set down many silver plates and silverware in front of the people in the room. Then came the meals, on gold plates. Each dish held a different Japanese food, including a majority of seafood dishes. large wineglasses were set out with servants standing by with different vintages of wine.

"So, what drinks do you like? My family has stored up many vintages of wine over the years. Heck, I thing that we even have a 1000AD Vintage somewhere. Also, we can offer water and a variety of juices."

Arrival of the Mistress, Remilia Scarlet.
"It is an honor to meet you in this conference" Remilia said. She was putting away her umbrella she used to protect her vampire body from the sun.

OOC: Vampire?

[The Scarlet Shogunate]

Listing to the exhcnage between the Ascoobian and Dragomerian Emperors, Oscar Friedrich sat back with a sigh of relief. At least for now, the diplomatic wrangling has come to an end - time for the dinner that he had been awaiting since departing Olympia a week ago. Oscar was relieved, not just for the end of discussions, however temporary, but for the fact that the neutral countries proposal carried. 'Now that is something that I can take home', he thought. It was not common that decisions made at international conferences such as this one benefited Neigeland in such a particular and direct way, and this was certain to add strength to his election campaign.

Ryuo said, "Then let us eat!"

As soon as he said that, many waiters entered the room and set down many silver plates and silverware in front of the people in the room. Then came the meals, on gold plates. Each dish held a different Japanese food, including a majority of seafood dishes. large wineglasses were set out with servants standing by with different vintages of wine.

"So, what drinks do you like? My family has stored up many vintages of wine over the years. Heck, I thing that we even have a 1000AD Vintage somewhere. Also, we can offer water and a variety of juices."

Arrival of the Mistress, Remilia Scarlet.
"It is an honor to meet you in this conference" Remilia said. She was putting away her umbrella she used to protect her vampire body from the sun.

OOC: Vampire?

Remilia got turned into a vampire during a trip to Transylvania

[Dragomerian Islands]

Ryuo said, "Then let us eat!"

As soon as he said that, many waiters entered the room and set down many silver plates and silverware in front of the people in the room. Then came the meals, on gold plates. Each dish held a different Japanese food, including a majority of seafood dishes. large wineglasses were set out with servants standing by with different vintages of wine.

"So, what drinks do you like? My family has stored up many vintages of wine over the years. Heck, I thing that we even have a 1000AD Vintage somewhere. Also, we can offer water and a variety of juices."

OOC: Vampire?

Remilia got turned into a vampire during a trip to Transylvania

OOC: The CoDN is an All-Human Region, as far as I am aware.

[The Scarlet Shogunate]

Remilia got turned into a vampire during a trip to Transylvania

OOC: The CoDN is an All-Human Region, as far as I am aware.

*cough*Twilight*cough*Dracula*cough*

[Yurizlansia]

OOC: The CoDN is an All-Human Region, as far as I am aware.

*cough*Twilight*cough*Dracula*cough*

OOC: What?

[Dragomerian Islands]

OOC: It is now dinner time in the RP, shall we RP dinner or just skip to the part after dinner?

[Yumanza]

OOC: It is now dinner time in the RP, shall we RP dinner or just skip to the part after dinner?

I think we should just skip dinner

[Yurizlansia]

OOC: It is now dinner time in the RP, shall we RP dinner or just skip to the part after dinner?

I think we should just skip dinner

I agree.

[Ascoobis]

I think that we should have dinner, but that's just my opinion.

[Dragomerian Islands]

Ooc: We should say that we had dinner, but skip to the second part of the RP. In the skip, everyone should describe how the meal was.

[The Scarlet Shogunate]

Agreed.

"It has been a lovely meal. Your Sushi were top class for a Dragomerian like you" Remilia complimented to the emperor.

[Ascoobis]

"Well, Emperor Ryūō, I felt the meal to be very delicious. I heard of the great quality and taste of Dragomerian food from a Naval captain that visited one of your military expositions several years ago. I am pleased to know that his descriptions were true. Now, shall we continue with our conference? What subject shall we now be discussing?"