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

[The Lendol Archipelago]

"We would like to vote AYE as well".

[The Swiss Guardsmen]

"So long as provision 2 of section 1 simply intends to convey the urgency and seriousness of the need for coordinated intelligence sharing in the IFC's ongoing standoff with slaver states, Astavia can support the general rational of its wording," Ambassador Riāpoza said definitively, looking up from her copy of the proposed resolution.

"We have no qualms participating in a regime of voluntarily surrendering intelligence on 'slaver nations,' but appropriate measures are necessary to ensure this new 'Anti-Slavery Office' will simply be coordinative in nature, not directive. While the Office should expect full cooperation and support from member-state intelligence services, it should not be empowered to force the delivery of any more information than is provided willingly. It may naturally make requests for additional information on submitted intelligence, but in the event compliance with the request may prove detrimental to a member state's national security interests or the integrity of its intelligence services (say, in the revelation of a particular source or method of collection), such a member should reserve the right to respectfully decline further disclosure. A brief statement clarifying the Anti-Slavery Office's purely coordinative mission, inserted at the conclusion of section 1, should be sufficient to address this concern".

Glancing down at a small note she had scribbled earlier, Riāpoza continued. "The Astavian delegation also feels that upon its establishment, the Anti-Slavery Office should compose a rudimentary list of target 'slaver' states to appropriately qualify just on whom IFC members have an obligation to report intelligence".

"As a point of clarification" the Astavian Ambassador concluded, turning specifically to the Ausitorian delegation, "with regards to the administrative provisions of section 3, what precisely is the purpose of the first provision? Its curious presentation seems more an unrelated administrative matter thinly veiled behind a resolution clearly centered on the IFC's humanitarian engagement in Bluewell than anything else. The Holy Pontifical Union has complete faith that the language of the Musrum Declaration on Universal Freedom is clear enough, and needs no further clarification or 'delineation' from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at this time."

"Until the superfluous passage is struck from the resolution, and necessary provisions mentioned earlier on the scope of the Anti-Slavery Office's authority are included, the Astavian delegation must regretfully vote NAY on Resolution 24".

[Shazbotdom]

"The Shazbotdom Empire votes Nay on Resolution 24. We feel with Bluewell's Application to become a Tributary State of Greater Nihon is along the same line as the reason that we are suspending the membership of Feng. Until such a time as we can guarantee that the sovereignty of those two nations is not violated, we may change our vote at that point in time. Until then, the Empire has ordered that all Imperial Ships be returned to port from the theater. We will support the IFC in their decision on this matter, but the Empire will not take a direct role in the matters within Bluewell until this is figured out."

[Imperial Valaran]

"The Valaran Empire would like to note it considers some of the qualifications raised by the Astavian delegation, as well as the concerns raised by the Shazbotdom Empire concerning Bluewell, to be valid."

"However, operating under the assumption that the respective points made by both delegations will be taken into consideration, the Valaran Empire is happy to vote Aye on Resolution 24."

[Pillowlandia]

"The first section on sharing intelligence on slaver nations is certainly commendable. However it must be voluntary for reasons already mentioned. The rest of this bill is laughable, for it infringes on sovereign rights so much I can't believe it is proposed by the IFC." At that he looked towards the Aestorian delegate, " Clauses 6,7,8, and parts of 9 are clear and total violations of the Federal Republic of Bluewells sovereignty. Furthermore, the mention of three way talks with an organization built upon the tyranny of the minority is despicable. The Bluewell Independent Army is an illegitimate milita which has forced the government of Bluewell to divert resources to deal with amounts to an illegal attempt to seize power." At that he paused, hoping to drive home the,to the Pillowlandians, fact that the BIA was an illegal menace to the peace. "Furthermore, the International Freedom Coalition has no right, jurisdiction, and most importantly reason to investigate the Pillowlandian Commonwealth. Particularly given that the Commonwealth neither controls Bluewell nor is a member of this alliance. My nation, the Armed Republic of Pillowlandia is a member of this alliance, not the Commonwealth. Additionally, the Federal Republic of Bluewell retains full sovereignty as a member of the Commonwealth and as such is fully able to choose to become a Nihonese vassal, it is not the best of ideas but it does offer further protection from the slaver menace than the Commonwealth alone. Even if you wish to continue your unwarranted investigation allow me to supply you the results as to save your time. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to the goal of the Greater Good, which involves the continued spread of human political, civil, and economic rights. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to freeing the world of the scourge known as slavery. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to the ideals, methods, and principles which this organization was founded on. Can your nation even begin to say the same, Mr.Kazpia?"

PIllowlandia Votes NAY on resolution 24

[Guadalupador]

For reasons described by both the Shazite and Astavian Delegations, we are inclined to vote NAY to Resolution 24

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"The first section on sharing intelligence on slaver nations is certainly commendable. However it must be voluntary for reasons already mentioned. The rest of this bill is laughable, for it infringes on sovereign rights so much I can't believe it is proposed by the IFC." At that he looked towards the Aestorian delegate, " Clauses 6,7,8, and parts of 9 are clear and total violations of the Federal Republic of Bluewells sovereignty. Furthermore, the mention of three way talks with an organization built upon the tyranny of the minority is despicable. The Bluewell Independent Army is an illegitimate milita which has forced the government of Bluewell to divert resources to deal with amounts to an illegal attempt to seize power." At that he paused, hoping to drive home the,to the Pillowlandians, fact that the BIA was an illegal menace to the peace. "Furthermore, the International Freedom Coalition has no right, jurisdiction, and most importantly reason to investigate the Pillowlandian Commonwealth. Particularly given that the Commonwealth neither controls Bluewell nor is a member of this alliance. My nation, the Armed Republic of Pillowlandia is a member of this alliance, not the Commonwealth. Additionally, the Federal Republic of Bluewell retains full sovereignty as a member of the Commonwealth and as such is fully able to choose to become a Nihonese vassal, it is not the best of ideas but it does offer further protection from the slaver menace than the Commonwealth alone. Even if you wish to continue your unwarranted investigation allow me to supply you the results as to save your time. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to the goal of the Greater Good, which involves the continued spread of human political, civil, and economic rights. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to freeing the world of the scourge known as slavery. The Pillowlandian Commonwealth remains committed to the ideals, methods, and principles which this organization was founded on. Can your nation even begin to say the same, Mr.Kazpia?"

PIllowlandia Votes NAY on resolution 24

"The Ausitorian ministry has no desire nor interest to spend the blood of IFC citizens on a government which detests our presence and is in violation of the principles espoused in the Universal Declaration on Rights and Freedoms," replied Frederick Styles, wondering who the Pillowlandian delegate thought he was addressing. "Of course, if Bluewell is not in any way associated with the IFC, and if they will not co-operate, we will deal with them separately."

"Also taking into account the argument on metadata, and the bureaucratic desire to split the resolution up, Mr. Speaker, we would like to re-propose the Resolution and further resolutions as follows:"

The Aestorian Commonwealth His Grace Alexias Stella Blue Cross Administration Act [Resolution Number: 24A] The IFC Council, Noting the new and increasing slaver threat to Bluewell and IFC members, Desiring to return the Blue Cross to a permanent footing, with all necessary features, Hereby declares: 1. Resolution 46 shall be anti-repealed, and the clauses below added to the directions in that Act. 2. The Minister for the Blue Cross shall be or may delegate powers to the Secretary for Health (within the Ministry of Projects, with control over the Hospital Group, Medical Expeditionary Forces, and Health Liaison Unit), and the Director of Peacekeeping (within the Ministry of Defence, with control over Peacekeeping Planning, Military Policing, and Civilian Functions including a Police Regiment and Fire Brigade). 3. The Blue Cross may continue to operate under a general remit of providing civilian and health support, particularly health services to war-torn areas, but also for refugees, internally displaced persons, peacekeeping, military policing, civilian functions, and appropriate administrative support. 4. For the administration of these aims, the Health Division (within the Ministry of Projects) shall control: (a) A Hospital Group, of a number of hospitals within IFC members that can receive airlifted casualties, trial health research carried out with the Ministry of Science, and also co-ordinate plans for and responses to major epidemics, (b) Medical Expeditionary Forces, including donated forces and forces paid for by the IFC, including at least one IFC Medical Battalion, one Blue Cross Logistics and Support Battalion, and a Fast-Response Medics Flying Squadron, (c) A Health Liaison Unit, for co-ordinating with the Peacekeeping and Stabilization Division, for liaising with the Ministry of Science for Health Research, liaising with the Ministry of Defence to ensure appropriate positioning of IFC forces, and liaising with other parts of the government to assess and respond to strategic threats. 5. For the administration of these aims, the Peacekeeping and Stabilization Division (within the Ministry of Defence) shall control: (a) A Peacekeeping Planning and Liaison Office, for planning and directing all the necessary requirements of a prosperous peace, and to serve as a HQ for reserve forces made from various seconded from the RRF, (b) A Military Police Command, which shall be made of various RRF seconded for the purpose, (c) A Civil Functions Command, which shall include an IFC Fire Brigade, an IFC Police Regiment, a Utilities Office, and a Support Battalion seconded from the RRF, Signed, [His Grace Alexias Stella, The Imperial Commonwealth of Libraria and Ausitoria]

The Aestorian Commonwealth His Grace Alexias Stella Anti-Slaving Intelligence Sharing Act [Resolution Number: 25] The IFC Council, Noting the new and increasing slaver threat to Bluewell and IFC members, Aware that meta-data is not generally considered to be a part of intelligence, Hereby declares: 1. The Ministry of Intelligence shall form an Anti-slavery Office from officials seconded from the Administrative Office and may be empowered by the Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary to liaise with any suitable anti-slaving powers, 2. All intelligence held by IFC members on all known slaver nations, ships, weapons, and bases and their present intentions, locations, capabilities, and operations must be shared with the Anti-Slavery Office via the network of IFC embassies to its members (hereafter ‘Member Embassies’) within a month of this date or a month of the collection of this information, whichever is later, 3. All intelligence gathered by the Anti-Slavery Office should be promptly shared back with IFC members via the Member Embassies, 4. Other intelligence may also be shared by the same method. Signed, [His Grace Alexias Stella, The Imperial Commonwealth of Libraria and Ausitoria]

The Aestorian Commonwealth His Grace Alexias Stella Bluewell Operations and Supporting Administration Act [Resolution Number: 26] The IFC Council, Having provided significant military and economic support to the peoples of Bluewell, including the blood of thousands of soldiers and billions of hard-earned dollars, Noting the new and increasing slaver threat to Bluewell and IFC members, Observing the seemingly corrupt decision of the Bluewell Government to allocate money to third party governments, rather than supporting the people of Bluewell, Observing the Bluewell Government’s seeming inability to effectively exercise control over the nation or maintain popular support, Believing there is no point in co-operating with any who prove to be uncooperative, Determined to act to ensure the creation of safe refugee zones, in the interests of the proper maintenance of stability and human rights, Hereby declares: Section 1: Refugee Zones 1. The Blue Cross shall establish Refugee Zones in Bluewell, and shall: (a) Exercise effective government over those areas, in the interests of peace, fairness, stability, democracy, and prosperity, in a manner fully in accordance with the Musrum Universal Declaration on Rights and Freedoms and with the intent of furthering a spirit of co-operation, (b) Allocate up to $30 billion from the Blue Cross Fund to resettle up to 5 million refugee applicants at the Blue Cross’ expense among willing IFC nations, who may signify their willingness by voting ‘Aye+R’ or ‘Nay+R’ or ‘Abstain+R’ for this bill, at a rate of at maximum 1% of the host nation’s population, taking into account other refugees being resettled to minimize strain on host nations, 2. These refugee zones shall cover much of the east, north-west, and south-west of the country, including bases constructed for the IFC, and at least Methodist, Commerce, Junction Point, Breesport, St. Augustine Shores, Bends, Ruthard City, St. Nick’s Port, and St. Augustine Harbour, but shall not including the capital Kach or major local military bases, 3. The precise extent of the Zone shall be delineated by the IFC Executive Government, 4. The Refugee Zone government shall be advised and where feasible directed by the collaborating remaining elements of prior government structures, in particular including local governments and forces, 5. The Refugee Zone shall be defended by elements of at least the Alpha Corps, and also other assisting IFC forces under IFC control, Section 2: Bluewell Government Reform 1. Forces not under the control of the IFC are at this stage requested to leave the Refugee Zones, to avoid fighting within the areas, 2. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs shall investigate the possibility of a cease-fire with the Bluewell Independence Army, and three-way talks to ensure the proper future governance of Bluewell, or two way talks should either the BIA or existing government refuse to make suitable reforms or agree with the refugee zones, 3. In the event of either or both parties failing to support these measures, the IFC should take no further part in defending the government or territory effectively governed by either or both parties, except to assist the evacuation of refugees, and to prosecute the war against Slavers as they think proper. Signed, [His Grace Alexias Stella, The Imperial Commonwealth of Libraria and Ausitoria]

"Aye, Aye, Aye+R. In the meantime we are adopting the prior section 3 of the earlier proposed Resolution 24 as secondary legislation, and until Bluewell starts to co-operate, our government will take no further part in operations against the Bluewell Independence Army."

[Shazbotdom]

"The Empire will be Abstaining from all three of the Resolutions just put forth by the Austorian Delegation. I was also just notified by my Government that a joint task force was dispatched and has just launched a full Nuclear Arsenal at The Greater Philippine Bayan of Asigna. A total of Eight Hundred and Seventy Four Short Range Ballisitc Missiles were launched from 19 SSBN's. We understand that this will, quite possibly, cause us to be dismissed from this Organization, but it was something that needed to be done for the safety and security of those within the South-East Asian Region."

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"What the devil do you think you're playing at?" asked the voice of Prince Kazpia, speaking over a microphone from his office - there wasn't time to teleconference.

"Quite besides the geopolitical implications, and the IFC nationals, have you never heard of nuclear winter or radiation fallout? Did you not think that this might result in severe global damage? Your nation is hereby suspended from the IFC, and dismissed from the post of Supreme Allied Commander, and that's only because we can't instantly expel you - the Council can have that happy pleasure.

Unfortunately Asigna is largely beyond reach of our ground-based systems, although naturally we are attempting to intercept what missiles it can around their apogee; with a likely 90% intercept probability, although one can never tell with untrialed IR detection. Any and all nations assisting in intercept efforts should earn the commendment of the whole world.

If you felt the safety and security of the south-east asian region is under threat, there are many ways we could have helped. Why did you bring down this tremendous apocalypse upon innocent citizens around the globe? Besides the death of millions, you will be responsible for all the rise in cancer, all the increase in starving citizens, all the loss in untold opportunities: you are war criminals and will be brought before our justice; for the shadow of our wrath may be longer than the decades of damage you have wrought."

[Shazbotdom]

"We figured with the problems that the Bayan has caused the International Community in the past, as well as this alliance, that this would be a welcome sight. But I see that, as per usual, people are more worried about keeping the peace than attempting to get rid of those that have caused problems and the 'peace' to break down previously in the first place. Was it not the Bayan that caused problems between the IFC and SACTO? Was it not the Bayan that attempted to lie their way and cause problems between SACTO and other alliances? Their government spews insults all over social media, insults members of THIS very alliance, insults members of other alliances. They are, nay, were a pariah of the International Community, in much the same way as Ardoki was. Ardoki may have gone into a state of self-imposed isolation, but the Bayan has proven time and time again that they will not back down from what they are attempting to do. They have attempted 'progressive' revolutions across the world in nations that do not wish it." He then looks around at the assembled delegations, "If it is the will of membership of this alliance that the Empire is to be expelled, then I will gladly take the motion. We will, though, cease any and all monetary aide to this alliance if we are expelled, as one would not fund an alliance that they are no longer a member of."

[Pillowlandia]

Apologies for the poor quality, emergency mobile post.

"Beside the rewrite of the Bluewell bills being the same as their originals, I would like to call an error in the votes for resolution 21. The claims that it was defeated by one vote is false, it won by one vote. The Armed Republic of Pillowlandia would like this council aware of our change of option. Furthermore, I recommend that recent actions by the Austerian delegation and nation are suitable grounds for immediate suspension of the Austerian Commonwealth from this organization on grounds of actions, manners, and of not acting in the interests of the IFC. The Armed Republic furthermore considers the current PM to be illegitimate and thus calls for this council to initiate proceedings for the election of a new PM."

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"Mr. Speaker, I believe this counts as a motion of no confidence in my Ministry. It is at your discretion how it is managed, but I would submit that such an important decision should be discussed properly."

[Shazbotdom]

"I have been ordered by my Government to issue the following statement," The Grand Admiral stated. He cleared his throat and lifted his tablet up so that he could read it with his poor vision. "In the event of the destruction of Assets or the deaths of Civilians and/or Military Personnel of IFC Member Nations in the recent Tactical Assault upon Asigna, the Shazbotdom Empire will pay back any monetary compensation to IFC Member Nations only. Bills for Monetary Compensation are to be sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Care of 'The Old Folks Home'. If the monetary compensation is deemed to be too much or purposefully bloated, it will be negotiated to a lower amount. If it is deemed accurate, it will be paid in full out of the budget of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We will begin by paying back our friends in Kirishima. They will be paid a sum of Five Hundred and Ten Million Universal Standard Dollars for two Air Pacifica Commercial Aircraft lost in the assaults. The Dominion has also notified us that they will be paying for the Funeral Costs of those that were lost, as well as Half the cost for the price to rebuild the Embassy that was destroyed. We will forward any bills to our allies in The Dominion to ensure that items are fully paid to the best of our abilities."

[Mizrad]

-Ausitorian Resolutions-

"Mizrad votes NAY to Resolution 24A and AYE+R/AYE to Resolutions 25 and 26. As the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Mizradian delegation wishes to convey that we will be more than pleased to assist in bringing all parties involved in Bluewell aside from the slavers to the negotiating table in compliance with Resolution 26. The Mizradian armed forces will also begin assisting in construction of IFC sponsored refugee centers and military installations in support of operations in the Bluewell theater."

[Great Feng]

"Feng hereby announces that all Ausitorian vessels will be removed from the Yellow Sea, East Chinese Sea and South Chinese Sea.
That all Ausitorian vessels are from that time on forbidden to swim in that area.
We will also announce our expansion of our territorial waters to 45km."

[The United Remnants of America]

The Remnant representative looked at the Feng official with an acid gaze even before they finished their announcement, and as soon as they finished, an audible groan could be heard from the desk of the URA before the representative leaned forward and spoke calmly but sternly,

"Clarification: Ships do no swim. They sail or they cruise, but they do not swim. As an additional note, barring Ausitorian vessels infringes on their right to free passage and might as well be seen with the same gravity as a naval blockade of a nation's coast."

The Remnant official leaned away from his microphone and rubbed his temple. He'd replaced the previous official only a couple hours ago. The drunk bastard had been transferred to the embassy in Nongea. Cushy job. Meanwhile, this representative had been tasked to sit out the IFC's 8th Summit. Wonderful. He was now the fifth Remnant to hold the IFC representation, which only meant that he'd probably be here until the 10th or 11th Summit before he was replaced by the sixth Remnant.

The URA's Diplomatic Corps sucked.

[Imperial Valaran]

"Feng is entirely at liberty to do what they wish in their own waters." Stavan raised an eyebrow. "One can only wonder why their Emperor wishes to mention such policies here. I suspect they are goading Ausitoria."

The Valaran Empire votes Aye on Resolution 24A, Nay on Resolution 25, and Nay on Resolution 26."

[The United Remnants of America]

"That's indeed true, however 'their own waters' is a completely arbitrary term if they wish to just expand those waters at will. The URA might as well declare that all waters within a thousand kilometers are territorial waters, and that no foreign ships of any kind will be allowed to enter into this zone." The Remnant representative chuckled quietly to himself before clearing his throat and looking down at a page in front of him, "By the way, the United Remnants of America will vote Aye on Resolution 24A, Nay on Resolution 25, and it will Abstain on Resolution 26."

[Shazbotdom]

Pulling out a mobile printer from his packed bags for this trip, the Grand Admiral printed out some paperwork and read it over. He then withdrew his printer back into the bags and looked at the Assembled Delegations, "If by the means of the Austirian Delegation, the movement for the Expulsion of the Empire from this body is withdrawn, we hereby demand that our Membership is Reinstated to its full level."

[Great Feng]

"Feng after reevaluation and by personal request of Organized States is lowering the ban to making port calls.
However from this point on Feng will defend it's position, and will not allow foreign nations to interfere with internal affairs within Feng's own territorial waters."

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"And does that include your Nihonese masters?" asked Frederick lazily, but with a sharpness dancing in his eyes like a dagger.

[Great Feng]

"Nihon has no stake in this. But if the IFC wishes to challenge a sovereign nation go ahead. Feng will call upon only a couple allies to help it. Feng is willing to go to war, without calling upon it's "masters"."

[Pillowlandia]

"The Pillowlandian Delegation votes NAY on resolution 24a, 25, and 26. Our reasons have already been made clear on the topic, and 24a remains as a potential threat to national security in it's current phrasing." At this he glanced at Frederick, opening his mouth to speak when an aide rushed to his ear and started whispering. Several minutes later he looked back towards the council. "I have been informed by my nation that the Federal Republic of Bluewell has declared that any IFC administered zones on the island will be considered an act of war." At this he paused, a slight flicker of worry entering his eyes before he blinked it away. "Furthermore Ausitorian ground forces have been given 72 hours to vacate the nation or be considered hostile invaders and thus targets for the Bluewell Armed Forces. Furthermore, should they remain the Federal Republic of Bluewell intends to invoke clause 64 of the Commonwealth Constiution and call both The Holy Empire of Pillowlandia Minor, Federal Republic of Neopillowlandia, and..." at this he paused, clearing his throat. "The Armed Republic of Pillowlandia."

[Libraria and Ausitoria]

"So, the time has come. It appears that the Pillowlandian Commonwealth has threatened war upon IFC peacekeepers. While normally we would suspend Pillowlandia directly, there is enough time for the Council to debate the matter first.

Shall we do unto them what we did unto Ardoki, and leave Bluewell to the wolves? Shall we remove Bluewell’s obstinate government? Or shall we take the middle path, assume that they are simply bluffing, and defy them to open fire upon the IFC soldiers working tirelessly to defend their coasts from the slavers and assist in the repatriation of refugees? Opinions, please.”

The Aestorian Commonwealth His Grace Alexias Stella Bluewell Emergency Act [Resolution Number: 27] MOST PRESSING AND URGENT: NO AMENDMENTS PERMITTED [AUTOMATIC WITHDRAWAL AND RE-PROPOSAL AT HIGHER RESOLUTION NUMBER IN EFFECT] The IFC Council, Observing that Pillowlandia has publicly threatened IFC forces in Bluewell, who are working tirelessly to protect refugees, restore peace and harmony between the government and its citizens, and protect Bluewell from slaver attack, The Council hereby: 1. Suspends Pillowlandia, until: (a) One month has passed, or (b) The Council decides Pillowlandia has returned to its senses, or (c) The Council extends the suspension, 2. Declares that any member who attacks any official IFC forces shall be considered automatically expelled, 3. Acknowledges hostilities against any party attacking such forces, 4. Invites any other member to take over the sponsorship of the motion of no-confidence, and 5. Decides that unless another member takes over the sponsorship within four days, this motion of no-confidence shall not stand, but 6. Reiterates that motions of no-confidence can be requested at any time anyway, and 7. Requests the Judicial Committee to otherwise begin preparations for the next election to be held soon after the end of this month. Signed, [His Grace Alexias Stella, The Imperial Commonwealth of Libraria and Ausitoria]

[The Lendol Archipelago]

"Lendol votes AYE to Resolutions 24a to 27."