8th IFC Council-in-Summit [IC] [IFC Only]

[Flardania]

Sol-Mi spoke up. "The Taisuist Republic of Kirishima votes aye in favor of 21c and abstains on resolution 22."

[United States of Devonta]

"The delegation from the United States of Devonta votes AYE to Res #21c and nay to impeachment.

[Great Feng]

"Feng votes aye to impeachment. "

[Guadalupador]

The Federal Union of Guadalupador, with a heavy heart, voted AYE to Resolution 22.

[Pillowlandia]

The Pillowlandian Commonwealth votes Aye on resolution 21c. However, even after factoring in the rather poor behavior from Ausitoria at several points we do not feel that it is anywhere near enough to warrant the initiation of impeachment proceedings. As such, we vote Nay on resolution 22.

[Shazbotdom]

"Until we have proof of the reforms taking place within Ardoki, we will Abstaine on resolution 22 and vote Aye on Resolution 21c. If Ardoki good against their word once again, we will push for an immediate expulsion of their nation from the IFC. We will not, though, open or boarders as they nation is still on our 'Imperial Watch List' for that's made against use in the past. We will allow them entry after background checks as per any other nation in the world. If we are forced to show them in freely, we will resign."

[Pillowlandia]

The Pilowlandian delegation still believes that a formal name of 'probationary member' be adopted for the matter of Ardoki. This is to ensure that both members of the IFC, the international community, and most importantly Ardoki realize that their membership is still very much dependent on them continuing their efforts for legitimate change.

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"If Ardoki goes against their word," said the Prince, "we will also push for Ardoki's expulsion from the IFC; have no fear. We will propose a modified version of Resolution 18 to allow for members to maintain borders against nations designated by the Prime Minister to be 'probationary' for the purposes of Resolution 18 only, and for such a definition to be maintained for periods of one month, unless extended.

Anyway, currently the vote on Resolution 21 c is 7 in favour and, even if we count Roski's vote for the unmodified version before amendment "c" was proposed, only 1 against.

I feel I cannot act as Speaker for Resolution 22, as it concerns us: ask the Speaker, the other Deputy Speaker, or the Head of the Judicial Committee.

But for Resolution 21 c, since 7 vs 0 or even 7 vs 1 is an overwhelming majority, I think our proposal is a successful compromise - as usual. Therefore, since Ardoki needs stability, and the majority is so overwhelming, Resolution 21 c is hereby passed by 7 votes to 0 or 1.

Democracy wins."

And with that the Prince exited again.

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"My government's executors are arranging the removal and capture and transferal of all persons suspected of crimes against humanity to this Council.

How would the Council like to go ahead with the trials? Do we want one court for genocide, and so on? Does the Council want to try people directly? Does the Council want to appoint someone, or a group, perhaps the Judicial Committee, to be responsible? Should sentencing (if the likely event someone is found guilty) be done by the Council, or by someone, or by a group? Does the Council want to form a committee that any interested IFC members can choose be part off to decide? Should the prosecution and defence be allocated to specific people?"

There was nothing quite like a barrage of questions, thought Frederick. Trials were a tricky business.

[Naybra]

"The Western Isles of Naybra votes to abstain from Resolution 21c and vote Nay on Resolution 22."

[Valaran]

"Thank you," replied the Prince, with a smile, for Stavan's comment had been both welcome and accurate. "I am sure such help will be greatly valued," he added.

Stavan inclined his head. "I hope the same."

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"If the Council wants an unofficial tally of Resolution 22, there are currently 4 Ayes to 5 Nays, with Ausitoria presumed to be against their impeachment. This also takes Shazbotdom's stance be one of abstention, given the Grand Admiral's most recent statement, though they initially said Nay to the Resolution. Flardania has also abstained."

"As to the questions posed by Sir Styles, I would suggest, in an unofficial capacity, that the Council appoint a Panel of 5-7 Judges/Representatives for a Judicial Committee, with each judge being from a separate IFC member state, and appointed by the government of said Member State. Perhaps these Committee should include Judges from Ausitoria, Organized States, Guadalupador, Shazbotdom and Pillowlandia, though this is hardly an exhaustive list, and as Sir Styles suggests, this Committee could include Judges/Representatives from other interested IFC member States, such as Roski or Lendol. I wouldn't want to exclude any member state by sticking to an arbitrary figure - on the contrary, such a Committee should be as inclusive as possible. This group could preside over various courts of specific crimes, or try and sentence people directly, but I would suggest, again in a personal capacity, that such decisions be subordinated to this Committee, and not to the Council."

[The United Remnants of America]

The Remnant Delegate glanced around and looked at the sheet of paper in front of him. He leaned forward groggily and snatched it off his desk, bringing it to him to scribble further notes on it before putting it back on the front of his section of the Council's table:

Raesolushtion 20: URA Vote Yes.

ResoLution 2 2: URA VoTes Aye

The Delegate smiled and let his eyes close again, trying to void out the majority of the droning conversations in the Council room.

[Flardania]

"As to the questions posed by Sir Styles, I would suggest, in an unofficial capacity, that the Council appoint a Panel of 5-7 Judges/Representatives for a Judicial Committee, with each judge being from a separate IFC member state, and appointed by the government of said Member State. Perhaps these Committee should include Judges from Ausitoria, Organized States, Guadalupador, Shazbotdom and Pillowlandia, though this is hardly an exhaustive list, and as Sir Styles suggests, this Committee could include Judges/Representatives from other interested IFC member States, such as Roski or Lendol. I wouldn't want to exclude any member state by sticking to an arbitrary figure - on the contrary, such a Committee should be as inclusive as possible. This group could preside over various courts of specific crimes, or try and sentence people directly, but I would suggest, again in a personal capacity, that such decisions be subordinated to this Committee, and not to the Council."

"With all do respect I understand that the delegation from Valaran has not been in the IFC in sometime. I must inform such a precious ally that there is in fact already a Judiciary Committee in the IFC. Perhaps for this specific situation we have a separate committee so long as it includes with judges from Judicary Committee nations such as Novo Wagdonia and Kirishima?" Sol-Mi stated.

[Organized States]

It is unfortunate, but we feel it must come to this, the OS votes Aye for resolution 22.

[Patrick OConner]

The Timocratic Republic votes AYE for Resolution 22.

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"You two too? We thought you'd virtually left. Allies coming out of the woodwork, evidently.

Anyway, moving on, on the subject of criminal charges, we would approve of Sol-Mi's suggestion.

For all that some of you seem to think our policy has been a failure, I am pleased to announce that, without a shot being fired, we have the first of two prisoners arriving. Bet they didn't think they would be attending our summit in handcuffs. Please join me in showing your displeasure towards Moriarty and O'Brien."

Frederick fixed a disapproving stare at them as they entered. It was slightly weird, the equivalent of kindergarten show-and-tell, but it might perhaps persuade some that Ausitoria's foreign policy certainly got results.

[New Chilokver]

The section assigned to the Chilokveri delegation had long been unoccupied, the ambassadors having left months ago. Were it not for the dutiful janitors, the desk and seats would have no doubt been covered with a thin layer of dust. So it must have been a surprise to those in the room when the fax machine there beeped and came to life. It jammed for a moment, before whirring and printing out a single slip.

Chilokver votes NAY to Resolution 22.

While Chilokver had long since decided that the quagmire that was an international alliance was not worth the effort of dealing with, that had not meant that they had ceased to pay the IFC any attention. And recent events involving Ardoki had been very interesting, to say the least. Those in Apelia understood quite well what this would mean for the organization, and had thus moved to act in the most unobtrusive way possible. Allies out of the blue indeed.

[Ardoki]

Alexandria, Aestorian Commonwealth

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Alistair Killian Moriarty, former President of the Ardokian Social Democratic Republic, strutted into the room with a grin on his face. He craved the attention; that was why he committed such outrageous crimes against humanity, he got an adrenaline rush from the reactions the international community gave him. Now, he got to experience that all over again, personally in front of a crowd of international diplomats who no doubt hated him for what he had done. Though, in some twisted way, he justified his crimes in that they were committed against people who didn't accept progressivism. Moriarty may be a mentally ill maniac, but even he needed some sort of justification to live with himself.

Ríona Keeva O'Brien, the former Premier of the Ardokian Social Democratic Republic, followed behind Moriarty, her head held down in shame. She had been a reluctant accomplice; in order to protect the safety of her female lover, Moriarty had forced her to keep the Council of Ministers and the Grand Legislative Assembly 'out of the way and compliant', meaning completely oblivious to the crimes of Moriarty and willing to surrender all power to the President, simply accepting all his legislation. But due to her complicity in the crimes of Moriarty, she felt she deserved any punishment which came her way.

Moriarty caught Frederick giving them a disapproving state as they entered; Frederick got a wink and a smile in return.

'It's an honour to be here in Alexandria today. I couldn't see much out of the tiny aeroplane window in a straight jacket, but I'm sure it's lovely.' Moriarty jokingly said to his captive audience. He was somewhat confident, he made sure there was very little evidence with regards to both the crimes and his connection to them. He planned and ordered all the crimes, obviously. But could they prove it beyond a reasonable doubt? Possibly, but it would be very difficult.

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Carey Ethne McNamara was the Ardokian Social Democratic Republic's new ambassador to the International Freedom Coalition. She was proud of the honour of representing Ardoki, especially with an alliance as prestigious and respected as the IFC. She knew her presence would not be approved by many at this council meeting. However, she had a responsibility to defend the Prime Minister who has given Ardoki the best chance at freedom it's ever received; both out of loyalty to the PM and the necessity of preventing states hostile to Ardoki from taking control of the IFC and ruining everything which has been achieved so far.

'The Ardokian Social Democratic Republic votes NAY to Resolution Number 22!' she declared loudly as she entered the room, giving Moriarty a death stare as she went to take her seat.

[Valaran]

"With all do respect I understand that the delegation from Valaran has not been in the IFC in sometime. I must inform such a precious ally that there is in fact already a Judiciary Committee in the IFC. Perhaps for this specific situation we have a separate committee so long as it includes with judges from Judicary Committee nations such as Novo Wagdonia and Kirishima?" Sol-Mi stated.

"My apologies to Delegate Sol-Mi, and the members of the IFC Judicial Committee - you are right to observe my ignorance, and this seems a more preferable solution." Stavan was now rather glad he'd only spoken out of turn in a unofficial capacity.

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"The Valaran Empire votes Nay with regards to Resolution 22. This makes the current tally unofficially 7 Ayes to 8 Nays, once again assuming that Ausitoria is voting against their own impeachment, and that Shazbotdom is abstaining, along with Flardania. "

[Hatay]

Alema Elfgeesh rose up and said "Now why did you bring them here? For what purpose? He's only going to bring out in song that psychopathic creep.
And if Ausitoria stays in power, it will be because Ardoki turned the tide. Ausitoria is admitting people who will vote to keep him in office."
Alemã whispered about how undemocratic this ways.

[Valaran]

Alema Elfgeesh rose up and said "Now why did you bring them here? For what purpose? He's only going to bring out in song that psychopathic creep.
And if Ausitoria stays in power, it will be because Ardoki turned the tide. Ausitoria is admitting people who will vote to keep him in office."
Alemã whispered about how undemocratic this ways.

"With respect to Representative Elfgeesh, they might note that all votes against Ausitoria's impeachment were cast before the Ardokian representative entered, making it rather difficult for their vote to have turned the tide, as it were. The only exception is the vote I cast, in the name and under the authority of the Valaran Prime Minister, and, correct me if I'm wrong here, but I don't think you mean to say that he or I were influenced by the Ardokian decision."

"Moreover, even without the Ardokian vote, Ayes and Nays would still be tied, and Ausitoria would not have been threatened with impeachment if they had not accepted Ardoki's application - i.e. they would have had no fear of being out of office if they hadn't done this action, making the your final audible suggestion a rather illogical one."

Stavan pointedly ignored the entrance of Moriarty and O'Brien. He personally considered that a bit of needless theatricality, and the presence of either figure would likely disrupt the Council further. However, he did not say anything as of yet.

[Guadalupador]

"As far as I'm concerned, Ms. McNamara, Ardoki shouldn't even be able to vote within the confines of the IFC Counsel before it puts these and many other evil wretches that had worked with them on trial. I agree with Representative Elfgeesh as this is an obvious ploy by our 'oh so enlightened' Prime Minister to save his hide."

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

Frederick, after suppressing a smile at Moriarty's wink, nodded to the guards to take the prisoners away: their presence before the Council served no further purpose, now that the Council knew they had been successfully transferred, and their continued presence might disrupt proceedings.

"If we were simply trying to hang on to office, do you really think that Ausitoria would have admitted Ardoki in the first place?" he asked in a lazy manner. "It is the admission of Ardoki that is itself the major controversy: for the one vote we have gained from Ardoki we have lost about 3 or 4," he pointed out.

Then he drew himself up.

"Anyway, if we can move on from this pointless waste of time, a vote only to have a vote on a possible impeachment later - it would be much less complicated and more straightforward just to call a simple no-confidence motion rather than passing a tedious bureaucratic resolution which will probably tie up the Council for weeks - we have an important question to be settled.

In the event of a blockade being placed upon Ardoki, which would interrupt our investigations, and our movements of forces to Ardoki, and the supply of our temporary Resolution 21 government, not to mention disruption to our newest member nation, we think we should issue a formal ultimatum demanding the free passage of - please insert your opinions here?"

[Roski]

The Roskian Federation will refuse to accept any vote by Ardoki at this time.

[Organized States]

"The OS would like to inform the IFC that it will be taking steps to ensure the security and safe transportation of IFC forces in Ardoki and will be also ensuring the successful operations via logistical and security. However, unless an OS Commander is appointed to head IFC forces in Ardoki, they will remain separate from other IFC forces as per standing national defense policy."