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[Imbrinium]

Breaking news

From the Minister of Foreign Affairs the Foreign minister Tertius Claudius stated today that the kingdom has been approved for a embassy and consulate. The Foreign Affairs office received approval this morning of a embassy to be built in The Satrapy of Pezlevko-Rubino governed by The Golden Throne, and a consulate being based in Tuktar under the control of the Morrdh commonwealth.

Also with the approval of both the Ministry of foreign affairs will start a new program for the refugees of RSU to have chance come to the kingdom and start a new life in freedom not worrying about death camps and mass killings by The Fourth Reich.

[Leonnia]

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Leonnia and Macabees - a possible alliance?

Gorvën Street, embassies headquarters in Vitteborg.

VITTEBORG - A few days ago, during a strange entourage marked by the Foreign Minister for press, nothing was known about what could come - it could be only a few measures, but what was done there was quite different: with the authorization of the Prime Minister, Boyd enacted the reform in the Department of Embassies and Diplomacy, a body founded in 1986 to monitor and coordinate international diplomatic activities, as well as to attract foreigners and build embassies. The first program was launched the following year in 1987, and was a failure because of an accidental explosion caused by a piece of apple pie, being re-inaugurated in 1995, until the end of year 2006.

During those years, the agency became unusable and had most of its employees dismissed to avoid many expenses during the Great Recession and with the reform, as well as dismissal and hiring of bureaucrats, trainee specialization and most importantly, the resumption of the department returning the inauguration of the third program of embassies with a forecast of 3 years. However, what we will actually talk about is one of the earliest stakeholders in Leonnia's best relationship: the Macabeean Empire, which is relatively close to the Commonwealth, and many already expect more friendly relations.

The Minister did not do anything about this possible alliance, should it really exist, but according to Vitteborg University-trained economist Dr. Joyk Mises, a free-trade economy between the two nations would spur the creation of multinationals on both sides together with a non-interventionist government would increase the quality of life in a short time, besides stimulating the national economy to something international, leaving the domestic standard that reaches few countries in the multiverse. If that happens, the real estate market is expected to grow 12% a year from 2018, and large corporations such as Hernz are the biggest winners.

But it would not be only the big companies that would profit from this, such as reduced taxes and an open market for the international world, small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for 43% of Leonnia's tertiary sector, could start selling its products using the internet , and with the current state of the vessels, could sustain this type of trade for a long time. It is not known if this alliance can occur, but with the population inclined to support it, we should expect the Leonnia or Macabees government to begin its next step.

[Republic of Vectors]

The Republic of Vectors has had a successful diplomatic session with the Golden Throne of the Macabees. The Vectorian delegation has returned with positive news, news that international relations between the Republic of Vectors and the Golden Throne shall begin to strengthen.

During this delegation’s meetings with the Golden Throne, two important points have been confirmed; the Republic of Vectors and the Golden Throne have agreed to an embassy exchange, and the same two nations have come to the concurrence in signing a formal Non-Agression Pact between the two nations.
Such international relations shall pave the way for a more secure and lasting peace and freedom within Greater Dienstad.

The Vectorian delegation compromised of three individuals:
Minister of Foreign Affairs; Dr Alfred White,
Secretary for the Minister; Angela Stons
Deputy internal policy coordinator; Jackson Vlodz
International law advisor; Lima Scheer.
During the three days in the Golden Throne, the delegation got to indulge in Macabbean culture first hand, with all-round positive reactions.

Upon his return, the Vectorian Foreign Affairs Minister had this to say: “The Golden Throne is a significant player in Greater Dienstad. Among the most influential, not only in the region, but in the world as we know it. It only makes sense that we should establish these international relations. In my opinion, these are long overdue.”

[Free Kolechia]

Voice of Kashgar
Kashgar Republic of Kolechia

Government Increases Relations with United Island States of AHSCA

In another move which is part of the President's stated goal of improving Kolechia's diplomatic standing, his office has revealed that our government will hold more formal relations with the United Island States of AHSCA, which is under the rule of Her Highness, Duchess Marcella Villa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated this comes after a review of the UIS's history in recent international, and domestic affairs. It also revealed that longtime diplomat, Makharbi Gairbekov shall be our nations ambassador to that country. When asked for comment he stated "I look forward to serving in the international stage again, and working with this nation's government on any issues or concerns."

The President previously revealed in an address to the nation that he wishes to improve the diplomatic, economic, and military situation of the country. Since that time, he has initiated dialogue with several nations, the UIS being the most recent. The economy has seen the most change and success, as key or small industries have grown. However, while this has been achieved, the President has shown deep concern for our military, which though has made advances, he has pinpointed areas where it is lagging. Diplomatically, the government is slowly pooling together a collection of nations that have been friendly and open to Kolechia, stable, and also appear to provide a number of future opportunities.

[Houdou]

Southern Isles Morning Mail

Imperialism on the rise again? Speech of the Houdou Emperor raises alarm

By Frederick Klemme

HOUDEITO, HOUDOU - Defying the peaceful course his late mother has set upon for the Empire of Houdou, the young Emperor of Houdou today gave a rousing speech in front of a massive audience gathered at the capital of Houdou. In remarkable contrast to the speech of the previous year, the Emperor's annual speech this year was spoken with remarkable confidence - sign that his powerbase has strengthened considerably since his accession two years ago.

The following is an excerpt from part of the Emperor's speech:

The very essence of our nation is under attack.

For thousands of years, the Empire of Houdou has prospered in peace, isolated from the rest of the world. And for the last twenty years, my dear mother has guided the Empire to peace and prosperity. The Phoenix Isle have not fought in any major war, and our wealth grew, our people prospered, our children multiplied.

Despite our best wishes for a peaceful, harmonious world, the tide of war inches closer and closer to our shore every day. The bloodthirsty northerners war endlessly, to sow their seeds of imperialism and extremism over every corner in
Dienstad.

It won't be long before we find our very way of life, our sacred religion, our national body under attack.

Non-intervention is no longer an option. We cannot sit still and wait for our death.

The Phoenix must look north, we must strike our foes before they fulfill their designs on us.

But that will not be enough, the Empire is strong and defiant, but our enemies are numerous and fierce in their malevolence

We must acquire territories and base in the North, to extend the cordon of defenses around our precious nation.

And we must seek true friends, and build a great network of nations, a bulwark against the tyranny of the northerners.

It is our national destiny to rise, to become a great power.

Let this be our motto,"World power or downfall."

Critics have noticed that despite the Emperor's somewhat incoherent speech, one theme was consistent throughout his state address and speech - He clearly intends for Houdou to take a much more active role in regional and world affair. While stopping short of referring explicitly to any nation or condemning anyone, it is clear that the recent rise (again) of fascism and constant wars in the region have grabbed the Emperor and his Cabinet's attention.

Experts noted the multiple usages of the term Kokmin (National Fate), Minhun (Destiny/Fate) in his speech, with the word uttered 70 times as counted by one interpreter of the Emperor's speech. One can't help but draw allusion to the "Manifest Destiny" concept espoused by various nation during their colonial era.

Would the Empire of Houdou take on a role as a world police to bring its own flavour of peace and order to the world? Would it be an opportunist that jump at the chance to expand its territories and influence for the much coveted "World Power" status? Would it try to do both? Experts could not agree.

Only time will tell.

[Lamoni]

Lamonian Government provides military aid package to Republic of Kolechia

By: Markus Wolfe
Staff Writer
Lamoni Today

The Lamonian Foreign Ministry, and the Defense Ministry have revealed in a joint statement today that the Government of the Free Republic has provided a military aid package consisting of ground based air defense systems, as well as new twenty-four hour rations for the Republic of Kolechia. Seen by the Lamonian Government both as a means to further stabilize the Lamonian sphere of influence in Greater Dienstad, as well as an opening of relations with the Republic, the military aid package comes after a request for badly needed modern ground based air defense systems by President Sergey Safadi of the Republic of Kolechia. The ground based air defense systems covered by the aid package run the gamut from MANPADS, SPAAGs, Tactical Air Defense Systems (TADS), as well as Strategic Defense Systems, and coupled with the Republic's already extant Air Force, creates a complete Integrated Air Defense System (IADS) for the Republic.

Under the terms of the military aid package, advisors from the Kingdom of Crookfur are currently in the Republic of Kolechia, constructing the facilities required for domestic production of the Republic's new ground based air defense systems, providing training to the Republic's military on these same systems and their usage, as well as training workers in the Republic on how to manufacture these systems. At the same time, Lamoni's WetTek MilRat Company is also establishing a new facility in the Republic for the production of the Republic's new twenty-four hour military rations, which have been named the Kolechian 24 Hour Combat Ration, or K24HCR. Making use of cans instead of the newer tri-laminate pouches, the K24HCR weighs in at slightly over two kilograms, and provides a soldier with approximately 3,682 calories per day.

Along with the military aid package to the Republic, Lamonian President Andrew Stinson has personally invited Kolechian President Sergey Safadi to the Free Republic in order to establish further diplomatic and trade relations between the two nations. Further modernization of the Kolechian Military is entirely possible, and a trade agreement would be expected to be a boost for the economies of both nations. Only time will tell where the newly established relations between the Free Republic of Lamoni and the Republic of Kolechia will go from here.

[Houdou]

Houdou Independent News

Fair, critical analysis of the latest Houdou news, delivered from outside of Houdou by certified experts

Houdou and the final frontier

By John Joseph Bachs

HOUDEITO, HOUDOU - Following the shocking accession anniversary speech just a mere week ago, the Houdou government has announced the high-profile launch of four of its rocket, three of which were by private venture companies, though all with heavy financial backing from the government.

The content of the government-launched rocket is classified, but many suspect it to contain satellites meant to complement Houdou's current surveillance system. The other three rockets carry minisatellites to upgrade the capacity of the "LEO-Net" satellite constellation. Since its introduction two years ago, the network's capacity has been consistently overused. The newly designed and launched satellite is purported to be capable of providing 100 Mbps speed, a 100% improvement over the old satellite network launched just two years ago.

The New Millenium Telecommunication Corporation (HDTX:NMTC, 8550), formed 4 years ago as a public-private co-operation project to operate both of the Houdou-launched satellite internet programme (The other program is located in high orbit, and does not have the same benefit of low latency the GLLHAI Network have) announce that it is seeking international partner and investor to continue its expansion of the global high-accessibility network.

Some foreign critics, however, view the internet program with skepticism, as they believe that the technology and experience gained by Houdou might one day allow them to build an advanced satellite surveillance network. An anonymous officer in the Imperial Houdou Air Force challenge this view, however, saying that Houdou already possesses the technology needed to build such a network. "We just haven't done it, yet.", said the officer.

About the author: Dr. John Joseph Bachs is a journalist who has worked with the HIN for over twenty years. He graduated with a PhD in journalism at Houdeito Imperial University. His primary area of interest is the latest affair from Houdou, especially aerospace and military-related news.
Disclaimer: Dr.John Joseph Bachs nor any staff member involved in the production of this article have any interests in NMTC or any private corporations related to NMTC.

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Great Houdou Empire Gazette

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Houdou seeks co-operation in "Western Road" Programme

By Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs

HOUDEITO, HOUDOU - Following the completion of two high-speed submarine internet cable between the Houdou mainland and its strategic province of Ryunbei (Far-north) and Touhaiwei (East sea guard), the Emperor has announced the new "Western Road" initiative, which seeks to increase trade and prosperity among western Dienstadi nation through multiple massive infrastructure projects. This include but is not limited to:
1. Construction of more high speed, low-latency, highly redundant submarine fiber optic cable to link all nations in Western Dienstadi together.
2. Expansion of multiple ports along the coast of Western Dienstadi to accommodate new super-container ship
3. Continous expansion of LEO Internet network to provide affordable internet access to everyone
4. Expansion of the Ryunbeido canal, built across the province of Ryunbei over a hundred and fifty years ago.

Nations interested in the project should contact the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs directly. We are more than happy to negotiate the terms for other nations to join in the programme for mutual prosperity.

[The Technocratic Syndicalists]

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President signs 5.2 trillion dollar defense deal with the Kingdom of Imbrinium

Deal marks "A significant expansion of the defense relationship between Arcaenia and the Kingdom of Imbrinium", says President Samuel Hayden

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An SDI designed F/A-36C sixth generation naval stealth fighter. Photo credit: Arcaenian Navy

HYPERIA - President Samuel Hayden has signed a defense deal worth up to 5.2 trillion NSD with the Kingdom of Imbrinium today, signaling a large increase in the commitment to its military alliance with the Kingdom. The deal marks "one of the largest arms sales in Arcaenian history, and the single largest defense deal signed by Arcaenia with a fellow Díenstadi nation", noted the official government press release. The arms deal includes combat aircraft, combat ships, nuclear attack submarines, and various naval mine systems.

SDI, the primary Arcaenian defense contractor involved in the record deal, stated that it was "immensely proud to be part of this historic weapons deal" and that the deal would "strengthen the military relationship between Arcaenian and the Kingdom of Imbrinium, significantly increase the Kingdom's security, and provide a massive economic boost to both the Kingdom and to Arcaenia"

The deal comes as the Kingdom is preparing to participate in massive naval wargames with both The Golden Throne and the Holy Empire of Stevid, a move seen as a reaction to increased Ralkovian slave shipping and Orednite aggression in Central Díenstad.

[Houdou]

Houdou Interests Blog

Fair and balanced view on latest affair from Houdou

Houdou sells howitzer & ammo to Gystopia - Where the f*** is Gystopia!?

By Li Chi-Hai

In what the Ministry of Defense described as a "Victory for Houdou industry and testimony to the quality of Houdou arms", the Bureau of Armament Exportation scored a deal with Gystopia to transfer 10,000 of its towed howitzers, over 10 million surplus army shells, and training for the weapon system in a multi-billion dollars deal.

I'm all glad that my home country managed to secure armament export deal, ethics-issue asides, but there's one problem with this whole deal.

Where the hell is Gystopia?

I woke up today and looked at my latest copy of The World Atlas. There was no Gystopia anywhere in the Atlas! I flipped through the whole damn map!

Maybe the Atlas was outdated, so I went online, but there's still no trace of Gystopia.

Did the Ministry of Defense make it up on the spot? Or maybe everyone just forgot about this country on the map except for the MoD?

Or maybe there's too many nations on this planet for us to remember it properly! Maybe it's time to start a world war to start reducing them down to some manageable number!

Ri-fucking-cu-lous.

Comment section (This comment section has been closed from further comments):

Patriot420: LOL I just think you can't read a fucking map. Gystopia is right there, in that corner 50km SE of Lyras you dumbass.
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TheTruthBehindTheComplex: Famous Houdouan general said in a 1999 interview that the Houdou Army Stealth Fighters program was a Ordenite conspiracy with drop of Ordenite blood in every bit of the design. Key faults include:
1. No actual stealth ability, the Ordenite conspiracy made sure it is plain as day to their own sensors
2. Poor maneueverability - As exemplified by the crash 5 years ago on the Houdeito Military Airfield
3. High price tag - Projected cost of $110 million per aircraft when we could've bought multiroles for $25 million 10 years ago.
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Ferhard Ableyn, seat of the Cantonal Council of the Canton of Ferhard.

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Ferhard launches Privatization Packages in the Railway Sector
Privatization aims to avoid higher expenses and attract businessmen to its industrial pole
Klaus Hjord (@KhjordCDP)
^{December 7th, 2028 7:12 AM | Ferhard, Canton of Ferhard, Confederation of Leonnia.}

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FERHARD - During the session of the Cantonal Council of Ferhard that took place on Wednesday (6), where the agenda was about the current situation of the three railroads that pass under Ferhard: the Nacyonall Fervoj (National Railway), administered by a committee formed by industrialists from all cantons and Gallenia, Ferhard - Hergs Fervoj (Ferrard - Hergs Railway) which connects the two cities and the most recent, Industryj Fervoj (Industrial Railroad), founded in 2021 where it connects the port of Ferhard with the its recent industrial pole that is still booming and has made no profit so far. While Nacyonall Fervoj and Ferhard-Hergs Fervoj are being run by mixed public-private committees, in Ferhard the Industryj Fervoj is the only one being directly administered by the government, which has caused some discomfort with the coalition of liberals in government.

The government leader in Ferhard Erik Vershaffen said yesterday that in order to "attract businessmen and capital, whether foreign or from other cantons, it is necessary that he be under private control for his self-regulation of goods from here from Ferhard to the pole located a few kilometers away. " Moreover, he added: "I propose to the honorable Members a new privatization package that will sell to the new owners of this pole in less than 3 years, guaranteed funds for the maintenance of basic services in the Canton of Ferhard." Of course the official opposition, formed by conservatives and nationalists, disagreed with Ferhard Conservatives leader George Valloy: "I understand the concern of the Lord for Ferhard, but delivering our infrastructure to the private sector is to deliver our canton as well. "

The debates continued until the speaker of the house Pierre Gloister who is also conservative, despite being against the bill spoke after the first break in the afternoon that by the end of the session there would be a vote due to the small number of parliamentarians that each canton has (20 parliamentarians, with the exception of Vitteborg), which is possible because according to the constitution an official bill could be made up to 15 days after its approval, and as the speaker said, at 3 o'clock the vote took place: with the Liberals having a majority in the Council of State, the bill was passed by 11 votes in favor and 9 against, which caused even more controversy among the parliamentarians that afternoon.

The project says that as of December 15, 2028 a committee will be created to discuss and publicize the sale of railroad that will be divided into three parts of its 14 kilometers: the first part, which goes from kilometer 1 to kilometer 6 will be the first to be sold in February 2029 and its initial value is estimated at 560 thousand Leonnian Pounds, after that the stretch of the railroad corresponding to kilometer 7 to kilometer 10 will also be sold but with a higher price as it is the most expensive stretch due to the construction of a bridge that cut about 3 kilometers of the original way and that was constructed in 2024 by part of reforms in the general infrastructure having its estimated price in 1.1 billion of Leonnian Pounds and finally the section corresponding to the kilometers 11 and 14 which is technically already private since it is under the care of the Railway Society of Leonnia, headquartered in Vitteborg, despite being under the name of the government. Apparently, it is for sale for only 175 million Leonnian Pounds and is the only one that has a possible buyer.

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@bornë86 | 3 hours ago
i love how ferhard's government is privatizing everything and thinking of raising taxes at the same time

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@viiks | 6 hours ago
finally the ferhard government did something decent

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Twelve Potthani terrorists captured in Deutsche Scythia, People's Court to try the terrorists for high crimes against the state. Execution expected.
Potthani terror cell in Deutsche Scythia captured in covert operations conducted by the Reich Main Security Office.

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City of Berlina, Wilhelmplatz,
Province of Central Germania,
Greater Germanic Realm of the Ordenite Nation,
United World Order.

The Ordenite state and nation can take some relief in knowing that 12 Potthani terrorists who were located in Deutsche Scythia in a 5 month deep covert operation done by the SiPo or Security Police and the Reich Security Service Agency's Counter Terrorism Division(CTD). The foreign terrorists were found in Deutsche Scythia with a indigenous terrorist group that had been fighting our way of life for decades. Their names have not been released at this time although they are of no importance as of their capture by our authorities. The twelve Potthani's will face trial in the People's Court in Berlina where Judge Arnold Knoerrchen will preside over the trial with fellow judges of the People's Court. It is highly expected that the twelve foreigners will be found guilty of treason, foreign meddling, terrorism and foreign espionage and will see themselves hanged in-definitely for their crimes against the Ordenite state and nation. Also soon to be going to trial after the before mentioned, 5 Sarcanzans will see their fate in the People's Court for crimes dating back to 1998 for foreign espionage, foreign meddling and drug trafficking. They too as the Potthani's will most likely see execution as well.

[Coltarin]

Coltarian Broadcast Organization
International Version

"We Will Continue to Hold What We Have"


Coltarian Auxiliaries on Excercise in Istegium

After a referendum in the Mokan held territories of Istegium, a new Republic of Istegium has been established. However now the fate of their brothers in Coltarian controlled territory has come into question. "We expended a large amount of resources to gain what we have." said Marcus Wilkenson, Governor General of the Coltarian Colonial Authority in Istegium. "It goes beyond the initial invasion and annexation. At this point millions of Gelda have been spent to not only rebuild infrastructure destroyed when the last government collapsed; but also major improvements on what was still standing." He continued to say that, while ISAC applaud the newly found independence of the Republic of Istegium and that relations will be vital. Wilkenson later stated that "Coltarin will continue to hold on to the territory they currently posses.
For stories like this and more visit us at CBOnews.com

[Haishan]

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HAIZE DASKO PERIODICAL

Haize Central News Agency

INTERNATIONAL VERSION

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A Pivot in Dienstadi International Relations; Security and Military Basing Partnership Announced



Artist conception of foreign military basing

Haize interlocutor Tachi-Korov in behalf of Haishan Defense Ministry have recently publicized confirmation of basing abroad and strategic partnership with several Dienstadi polities today. Quoting the interlocutor, "Dienstad continue to be afflicted with instabilities. Therefore it is of high priority for the Junta to safeguard Haize interests both internal and external. It is only rational to reconsider the reality of certain Dienstadi powers that had long ring the region unfettered."

Termed publicly as "Pivot", the announcement conveyed salient features; Haize Armed Forces and its associated branches openly stated that the Forces are finalizing some technicalities with selected Dienstadi polities for near to permanent foreign Haize basing in proximity of their territories. A notional deployment basing was confirmed to have at least seven Haize naval battlegroups of various functions and at minimum a single Aerospace Defense Brigade to defend the said basing from all probable attacks from tactical to strategic in nature.

The basing additionally include joint information agreement with the host nation pertaining to installation of Haize tactical and strategic means of intelligence collection. Aforementioned foreign deployments were established through formation of five new Foreign Operations Headquarters; Arras Headquarters in territory of the Golden Throne, Abralum Command in proximity of Aman Empire, Puerte Circular within People Unified Federation's influence, unofficially-named 13rd Center situated at Houdou Empire and lastly Liberty Post in Free Zone of Istegium.

While the specific military-technical justification for said Foreign Operations were not disclosed, it is generally understood that Haize Armed Forces and by extension the Junta sought greater international participation. Some of the technicalities that are still in progress involve specified zonal basing and potential foundation of industries to cater the needs of said Operations.

Haize Armed Forces however disclosed that through venture with Haishan Trade Bureau, the Junta have signed the first memorandum of understanding in providing means of industrial development co-operated with Foreign Operations in People Unified Federation. The agreement was estimated to worth several billion of hikans. It is expected that should all negotiations have been achieved, Haize private defense companies and associated components will follow suit to cater both domestic and foreign needs.

The Ministry further disclosed that the Junta have negotiated port of call access with United Vallerian Republics and Greater Themis Republic in providing temporary shelter and refueling process for select Haize non-nuclear surface groupings. It was relayed that negotiation with Greater Themis Republic is part of Junta own initiative to contribute into Eastern Dienstadi Trade Organization in terms of security from notorious privateers while coordination with Vallerian Republics was aimed to improve military partnership and familiarity. Additional information is not available at time of press.

[Morrdh]

WHITTLETON WINS LEADERSHIP CONTEST!

MORRDH.- The Social Democrats National Executive Committee has confirmed that Sir George Whittleton has won the party's leadership contest.

Sir George was said to have been surprised at the result but 'glad now that the gloves can come off', citing that he was now on a much stronger position to push new policy through. Chief amongst his policies is a number of reforms of the Commonwealth Colonial Authority, primarily renaming the multi-national space organisation to something that better reflects its pan-Dienstadi membership. His other commitments is to cement new relations with the Kingdom of Imbrinium and hash out an agreement over Mordent that satisfies all concerned parties. Closer to home, Sir George announced that he wished to release funding for a series of trials to help improve the Commonwealth's agricultural sector in addition to trailing universal basic income. Sir George is said to also be interested in raising the Commonwealth's technical skills base to allow the Commonwealth compete with its regional neighbours.

[Mokastana]

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Evidence of foreign intervention in Mejican Presidential Election! Investigation continues as Constitutional referendum is held. Will the position of President be eliminated?

Mejico City
Republic of Mejico
People's Unified Federation

With nearly five months since the Mejican Presidential Election and no closer to the results, investigators finally revealed that it has been confirmed that a foreign entity had indeed broken into numerous election systems in an attempted to change the votes. While the investigators cannot go into details on an active investigation, they did reveal a manual count of the ballots in a particular district found that the numbers did not match up with electronic records. Some votes were swayed upwards of 10,000 votes. Given the severity of this breach, and the fact that the election results could not be trusted, Mejican Parliament took drastic measures.

Last night, the Mejican Parliament held a closed door session where Parliamentarians debated holding a Constitutional Referendum. Due to the recent separation between Tatom and Mejico, plus the recent election meddling, confidence in the Mejican government is at an all time low, with the Liberal Party taking most of the blame. As of this release, their was a vote last night to attempt to reform the Mejican government into a formal Senate, with each Mejican State sending a set number of delegates. However, despite the vote of 81 to 63, the motion fell short of the required two thirds majority of 96 votes. Although it was close by only 15 votes. It is clear that even if the current government system remains, it has much to do. When the motion failed, Parliament proposed elimination of the Office of President, and replacing it with the Office of Presiding Officer of Parliament. A member of Parliament elected by Parliament to represent Mejican interests. This was voted to pass by 97 to 46, just a single vote over the two thirds required. As such, the Republic of Mejico will now adopt an executive system similar to the Wellovian Prime Minister elections.

While Parliament will meet tomorrow to elect a new Presiding Officer, the fate of Mejico remains unsure, as Parliament will be having elections next year. If the new Parliament chooses to have a Constitutional Referendum, all of this may be overruled by whatever new government Mejico picks for itself.

[Nacaltora]

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A Royal Heir on the Way
Officials from Gatterlen Palace release statement on Queen's status

Their Majesties King Killian and Queen Agnes pictured at the Royal couple's visit to Flirough, Nacaltora last month.

Zlaysley, Nacaltora - News of Her Majesty Queen Agnes' pregnancy came this morning from Gatterlen Palace, the Royal couple's primary estate. No information has been given at this time regarding the child, other than an expected summer arrival. News of the next successor to the throne spread throughout parliament today as several notable figures around Nacaltora commented on the matter.

"Thrilled. Really happy for them as parents and as dignitaries. It's really something for all of the nation to celebrate."
- Alexandra Huber, Minister of State

Cabinet member Ena Vossen, Deputy Minister of State for Interior Relations added:
"This is the beginning of a new era in royalty. I could not be more pleased for the royal couple and for the arrival of their little one."

Freedom Party leader, Niels Roydon was also delighted to hear the news of the pregnancy. He issued a statement via social media that read:
"Extraordinary news of Her Majesty's pregnancy. All the best wishes of happiness and health to her in the journey ahead."

The couple, HM King Killian (29) and HM Queen Agnes (24) were married a year and a half ago at St. Martin's Cathedral in Zlaysley. Suspicions of pregnancy arose when Her Majesty the Queen was unable to accompany her husband at the Brostin National Military Park and Burial Grounds for the annual wreath laying for fallen veterans last Thursday. At that time, Gatterlen Palace made no comment other than the Queen had been treated for an illness and would resume her duties in a matter of days.

Last month, HM King Killian was asked whether he and the queen were preparing to have a child. He responded with a smirk that "things were rather busy at the moment, but that they had given thought to the idea of a Royal heir."

Speculation is widespread over whether the family will have a boy or a girl, and what they will name their first born.

More details to come...

[Castille de Italia]

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BREAKING: Castillian, Ordenite governments sign Non-Aggression Pact
Castillian diplomats sign historic agreement with Ordenite Foreign Minister in Berlina
Julianna de la Fuerte (@JFuerteCBS)
^{December 22nd, 2028 12:43 PM | Berlina, The Ordenite Reich}

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BERLINA, Ordenite Reich — The Castillian chief diplomatic representative to the Ordenite Reich, Steven Smith, who is the director of the State Secretariat's Board of Ordenite Affairs, met with Reichsminister Ernst Grasemann in the capital of Berlina to sign a historic Non-Agression Pact with the Ordenites on behalf of the Premier of the Union, W. Reinhard Major.

The Non-Aggression Pact limits Castillian military interventions and operations from the Sea of Crowns to the West of the Reich, to the Sea of Ordena to the east of the Reich. Furthermore it limits Castillian operations to the south as far as Sumer. All in all, it encompasses trillions of square miles of land and sea where Castillian military activity will be limited to just port calls and 'passing through'.

In return, the Castillians get custody of former Chancellor James Oswald Vaughn, who was the dictator of the former Castillian National Socialist State, who reigned for over twenty years from 2008-2026. Mountbatten Manor Press Secretary Gilles Peterson confirmed in a press conference that Vaughn had been transferred over to Castillian authorities at Berlina International Airport immediately after the agreement was signed.

Many have been quick to vocalize their concerns of the agreement as it does not restrict Ordenite activities in Eastern Greater Dienstad or around the many Castillian interests in the West, such as massive Castillian military garrison at Kassaran or the task forces at the Imbriniumian Philotas Isles. "It seems like a steep price to pay for one guy," said Harvey Hershey, the billionaire aviation industrialist who has recently announced to run for the Grand Castillian Senate.

"It's an easy trade," said Peterson in the press conference. "One can look and see that the Reich has their hands tied up with the Red Star Union, for a third time. We don't have much to do in the central Dienstad, let's focus our resources elsewhere anyways like we have and bring this guy to justice while we're at it."

James Vaughn will be transferred to the Ashburne Facility upon extradition to the Union, and will stand trial before the Grand Judiciary. He has been charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity, 8.9 million counts of murder in the first degree, and conspiracy to commit treason against the Castillian nation.

Senior Reporter Julianna de la Fuerte contributed to this article.

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[Haishan]

KUT-KUZYA - Interlocutor of Haize Pyazieho Vurulne Ahier (HPVA) HPVA or in English, Haize Prospective Technologies Agency have recently disclosed on the Agency collaboration with Haize Armed Forces and leading Institutes regarding application of plasma-derived technologies. Some of the key sectors, namely radio frequency means were declared to be of great interest to the Services.

HPVA interlocutor Myazei-Korov relayed, "The Agency seek to capitalize on effectiveness of plasma technologies. Already the Services trialed on them for various purposes from communication to even reducing means of observable features. This breakthrough will enable increase of effectiveness of our combat units by one to three times and flexibility by two to two point five times."

Haize social networks were abuzz over the announcement with some linking the venture effort as fantastical leap to achieve plasma stealth which have been a popular trope and denigration from foreigners. When asked on the unique topic, HPVA interlocutor neither confirm or deny on Haize development on such science-fiction means of low observability. -HSNS

[Castille de Italia]

Video: Start at 3:08, A portion of the Closing Ceremony of the Castillian Games 2028. The ceremony
took place at the Antietam Olympic Stade de Nationale. (Video Courtesy CBC Channel Six)

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Castillian Games 2028 Come To A Close
A recap of some of the greatest, and some of the most heartbreaking, moments of the games
Julianna de la Fuerte (@JFuerteCBS)
^{December 28th, 2028 9:12 AM | Antietam, Castillian SU}

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ANTIETAM, Castillian Republic — As the Castillian Games come to a close, we look back at the moments that made us jump from our seats, cheer in excitement, or maybe even shed a tear, and celebrate the incredible athletes who represent the Five Nations and who are responsible for it all. From record-breaking accomplishments, to shocking upsets to just pure entertainment, here are a few of the best moments from the Games.

In a heated rivalry, Castillian runner Michael Thompsen beat out Clasdonian John Moller for the Gold in the Men's 100m, easily one of the most recognizable and coveted events in the Games. The rivalry between the two has generated a lot of media attention in the past, and while the two remain cordial outside the realm of sports, Thompsen's win now has put him in the lead for more Gold medals than Moller from past Games. Thompsen was later beaten in the 170m by Bristolite Canter Cari.

On the mat, Viridian wrestler Titus Basilicus singlehandedly won the Men's Tournament in Viridian-style by going undefeated in his 81kg weight bracket. Out of the twenty-seven wrestlers, he managed to decisively beat Closian contender Sir Hugo Caswell by way of pinfall in the third round at the 2:56 minute mark. Putting Caswell through a tilt-series, he managed to get a full figure-four and place his shoulders to the mat for a last-minute victory before overtime.

Women's Volleyball was quite the heated tournament when Team Castillia and Team Clasdon butted heads mid-match after members of the latter team disagreed with a line judge's decision regarding an invalid score which would have given Clasdon a win over Castillia. Team Clasdon then crossed the net to confront Castillia which led to a minor scuffle between players, leaving one Heather Bradbury of Castillia with a bloody nose. Clasdon was not disqualified but did receive a deduction of overall points, costing them number one overall, which was won by Bristol.

Few sporting achievements have left us genuinely gobsmacked but Bristolite Bethanie Mareva's victory in the 800m was one, even before all those privileged enough to witness it realized she had taken one tenth of a second off her own world record and acknowledged the feat with one of the loudest, most gutteral stadium roars ever recorded. Truly a remarkable moment in her career, she managed to take home Gold also in the Women's 400m, 1200m, and 2000m. She crossed the finish line at the 800m already crying tears of joy and gratitude.

Overall, the Viceroyalty of Grand Bristol took home the most Gold medals, notably due to standout performances from Bethanie Mareva in track events and the Women's Volleyball team, their Women's Fencing team, their Men's Football Team, and several other fantastic athletes in various other events. As the champion nation does, they also took with them the Victor's Trophy, an all-gold trophy that has existed since the first Games in 1902. The next games will take place in Bristol City in 2026.

While nearly four-thousand of the Union's greatest athletes competed in dozens of events, only 300 will be selected to represent the Union in an upcoming Dienstadi Olympiad, a proposed regional set of games that has been delayed by negotiations between nations due to policy, geopolitical strife, and conflict across the region. While there is no set date for the Olympiad, "it is in the near future", said Cara Blythe, State Secretariat Director for International Sportsmanship.

Senior Reporter Julianna de la Fuerte contributed to this article.

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Reichsmarks made as the only legal currency in Krasnova.
Following a emergency session of the Committee of Economic and Social Integrity, Ordenite Reichsmarks agreed to be the new sole currency of Krasnova.

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Ol'khovka, Krasnova- Following a emergency session of the Committee of Economic and Social Integrity which had already been debating on the issue of the current currency that has become little to nothing of value to the people of Krasnova. The emergency session was announced by Committee chairman Boris Leonidovich who with his critical thinking and faith in his country knew what had to be done to ensure that his people would be able to survive in the coming times of reunification. The session was also sat in on by representatives of the Reichsbank and the National Socialist Reich Party who represented the Ordenite Reich in the negotiations and agreement that would follow. In a historic event for both nations, the Committee was able to agree and finalize legislation and policy that would make the Ordenite Reichsmarks the new and only currency of the Krasnovan nation and economy. This only strengthens the notion that the Ordenite and Krasnovan peoples are more than willing to lend assistance to each other for the benefit of the whole, with National Socialism as the foundation and the guide. Reichsbank and the Committee were able to agree on a method of integration of the Reichsmarks into the economy with a 1:1 for the first 5,000 rubles exchanged, with 3:1 for higher amounts above the former. This would all fall under the Ordenite-Krasnovan Agreement for Economic and Social Harmony Act that swiftly passed through the proper channels of Krasnovan legislature and became finalized as law on the 6th, January 2029.

[Eitoan]

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Shrdlu Elected
Centerists Turn Back Left Amidst Middle Income, Business Concerns

The presidential runoff came to a close tonight as the Office of Elections Magistrate confirmed the victory of Free Democrat Ephriam Shrudlu over Socialist Breanna Degenya by a margin of 58% to 42%. Mr. Shrdlu's victory followed his endorsement two weeks ago by outgoing President Randall Ben-Joseph, who trailed both Mr. Shrdlu and Mrs. Degenya in the first round of balloting. Mrs. Degenya consolidated her 29% initial round share of the vote with that of Daniel Dror of the Communist Party of Eitoan at 6%, but was not able to calm concerns among the vast middle income electorate over tax and social policy, particularly her proposed radical changes in primary and secondary education. President Ben-Joseph's endorsement of Mr. Shrdlu is seen as critical to attracting votes from Ben-Joseph's conservative Civic Platform party during the runoff campaign. It is not clear if the endorsement was effective in attracting first round voters from the far right National Democrats given that party's standard bearer, Steve Etrand's refusal to comment on the runoff following his 5% showing in the first round. The third place showing of President Ben-Joseph has been attributed to disillusionment over scandals plaguing weak prosecution of corruption in the auction of technology patents. During the initial round of voting both Mrs. Degenya and Mr. Shrdlu placed the blame for the scandals on the doorstep of the Ben-Joseph administration

An analysis of voting patterns showed Mrs. Degenya strongly favored in the unskilled labor segment, performing less well among skilled blue collar voters, and falling behind Mr. Shrdlu badly with white collar and technical and managerial voters. The Socialist candidate was favored among the Indigene ethnic group by a 2 to 1 margin, while the Ralkoviak ethnic voters fell into line behind Mr. Shrdlu after heavily favoring President Ben-Simon and Mr. Etrand in the preliminary round. Majority Gemesht Eitoans favored Mr. Shrdlu by 62% to 38%. Shrdlu led across the board in large cities, small cities, and rural areas, with Mrs. Degenya's best showing at 47% in the larger cities. Ethnic violence in the run up to the preliminary vote had caused the majority Gemesht voters to consolidate behind Mr. Shrdlu, as prosecution rolls out against demonstrators charged with disturbing the peace, interference with electoral processes, and, in three cases, menacing and intimidation.

Speaking to supporters and well wishers, Mr. Shrdlu said "I want to thank the people of Eitoan and humbly accept the great responsibility of leading this nation for the next 5 years. And I want them to know that where Mr. Ben-Joseph has implemented fiscally sound and effective programs, we will continue them. But in those areas where favoritism and double dealing has been found, we will spare no effort to remedy corruption and bring those responsible to book. The Shrdlu administration will correct the mishandling of patent auctions, and free the technology sector to be the job generator that Eitoan deserves. And let me say to our friends across the borders, we will continue to work with you for regional security, and economic development. Here too, where policies that defer too greatly to unfriendly interests have taken root, we will review and correct those policies. Thank you and good night".

At this time, Mrs. Degenya has not made a public concession statement, but a spokesman told the News-Herald that she has congratulated Mr. Shrdlu in private.

[Tambralinga (Ancient)]

Free trade is the core of our prosperity: Secretary Nurhalizah

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By Abdullah Wok
January 12, 2018 @ 1.14 pm

PETALING CITY – In response to remarks made by several Angkatan Rakyat politicians regarding the 30 years-old unilateral free trade policy, Nurhalizah Tarmugi, Secretary-General of Perikatan Nasional opines that “the opposition has taken too many good things for granted”.

“It is a common talking point among Angkatan and BPB that Tambralingans have been ‘tricked’ by Perikatan to undermine their domestic businesses in favor of foreign imports.” Said Nurhalizah. “Their impression that foreign trade is zero-sum, like horseracing. This is an archaic, ignorant notion that survived only because they are good talking points in front of public audience who don’t know any better. This is the purpose of the Suffrage Act—to trim ideas before they enter public policy discourses.”

Nurhalizah pointed out that among “people who actually know their subject, the economists and well-educated public”, support for status quo is high. Even the general public as whole has recognized the essential benefits of free trade. “Without Tun Ibrahim’s policy, it is impossible for the Federation to sustain rapid growth and high living standard it has achieved in the last three decades. An average Tambralingan could nowadays purchase consumer goods in local grocery stores at very affordable prices, which is not feasible with Angkatan’s self-sufficiency scheme.”

But more importantly, free trade fuels innovation and competition, both of which are essential in all “modern, developed economies throughout the world”.

“It’s only barely an exaggeration to claim that international commerce is the core of our prosperity.”

Nurhalizah cited Angkatan Rakyat’s previous expressed position in 2017 that supported free trade as “the means to promote general welfare of the world”. “When your party changes position randomly and fails to notify you, the voter, you know that there’s something wrong. [Angkatan] have this tendency to be a party of pangolins—closing to the general elections they will promise absurd policies and shield themselves from their opponents’ criticism, afterwards they will comfortably credit themselves for opposite policies and shield themselves from their voters’ criticism.”

The general elections is approaching soon, in July 17 throughout Tambralinga.

[Morrdh]

New Ships For The Navy?

MOD.- The Admiralty, it has been revealed, is looking at acquiring new ships for the Royal Morridane Navy.

A mixture of combat damage from the Mordent Conflict and the Second Kranovan War, plus the advanced age of some of the ships means the Navy will have to start replacing its fleet of warships over the next few years. Stevidian designs are tipped to be the preferred option, operational similarities and recent experience with building Stevidian warships in Morridane shipyards are cited as the reasons behind this. The short-term plan is the purchasing decommissioned Stevidian Royal Navy vessels to replace combat losses, then the construction of new hulls with Morridane modifications to the Stevidian designs. Though this hinges on a deal being struck with the Stevidian government.

Another option being consider is buying "off the shelf" from arms manufacturers such as Lyran Arms. The Navy has already purchased a James Lawrence-class aircraft some years back and commissioned it into service as the Pennsylvania-class carrier HES Pennsylvania, though this carrier as yet to see action in Morridane service. The Pennsylvania is said to have been involved in trials and training exercises, it is known that a number of Grumman Hawkeye AEW aircraft were acquired especially to be operated from this carrier. It is also known that an updated, supersonic version of the Blackburn Buccaneer has operated from the HES Pennsylvania in a series of flight deck trials. It is not known whether the Navy will consider acquiring a new fighter to replace the Phantom FG.1s currently in service, though a fair number of Stevidian Sabré GR.1swere purchased on a short-term basis to replace losses over Mordent.

[Potthan]

IMPERIAL NEWS NETWORK

LEGION YOUTH CORPS DEPLOYED TO BOKAN TO DEFEND CONSTRUCTION SITES TO SPITE RISING LOCAL DISAGREEMENT WITH THE POTTHAN-BARJAAN TREATY

This morning Emperor Havok stated he wanted the Potthani Legion Youth Corps (A corps of armed and combat-ready cadets aged 14-18) to offer community service and help defend Bokani construction sites against possible riots. Rioting isn't expected to happen, however the official Twitter page for Potthani Nationalism NOW (An underground group wanting complete independence as well as the recapture of Barjaanistan) stated yesterday that they will definitely cause an uproar. Most construction workers are foreigners.

[The Macabees]

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Imperial Veto Exercised on Lekos 147.8937



Anti-war protests, like the demonstration in Beda Fromm, are still
a rarity. But, there is a growing concern of Imperial overambition.

When Fedor advanced and signed the Treaty of Fedala, which officialized the previous years' restructuring of the provincial legislature into a bicameral system, he hoped that by including territorial subjects into the provincial decision-making process he would arrest the power of the Senate. The Congress of Kingdoms was meant to represent the interests of the territories in provincial legislation, interests that are in large part shaped by an Imperial Bureaucracy that maintains a strong, direct hand in territorial affairs through the system of the imperial governorship. When the Senate passed Lekos 147.8937, 'The Demarcations and Limitations of the Citizen Army, Congress was expected to block the legislation out of concerns that it would simply increase conscription in the territories. Instead, through a very narrow majority of 51%, the bill passed Congress and was signed into law, giving His Imperial Majesty a major legislative blow that is likely to hold consequences for the future.

Lekos 147.8937 is an ambitious and far-reaching piece of legislation that further erodes the Imperial Bureaucracy's monopoly of power on the waging of war. If the Senatorial Government already holds the right to negotiate the conscription rate, the new bill gives it the power to directly block the use of citizens in military conflicts outside those the empire already finds itself in. The citizen regulares remain the disciplined core of the Fuermak and, likewise, they form the core of any Imperial troop deployment. Now His Imperial Majesty must seek legislative approval for their use, threatening to restrain his aggressive, globalist foreign policy.

The bill is popular in the provinces, where it passed the Senate with a 62% vote, but most expected that it would die in the Congress of Kingdoms. When it passed Congress with a shocking majority of 51%, it was common knowledge that His Imperial Majesty would issue His veto. It indeed came, but after a three-day period of silence, a sign of unexpected hesitation.

Why is a subject of much debate. There is much to be said for the idea that the growing legitimacy of democratic governance throughout the empire, but most especially the provinces, commands the respect of even His Imperial Majesty. But Fedor has not been shy to publicly slap down the Senatorial Government before and it has all the reason to now, including a largely loyal population that stands behind the empire's various international military endeavors. These wars, both small and large, have gained further legitimacy thanks to Security Council Resolution #237, the World Assembly's recent commendation of the Golden Throne.

Why then the hesitation?

Perhaps Fedor sees signs of decay in the trust between Him and his people. The recent report on war crimes committed by Macabéan-backed rebels in Nicaro have not sat well, especially among those who have started to see the Golden Throne as an upholder of a certain moral standard. That veneer, an identity that is attractive when it brings allies, threatens to wear away when the empire is perceived to act in ethically dubious ways. It is a new lens to the public microscope that the empire is still unfamiliar with. These are different days to those of the emperor's grandfather Jonak, when autocracy and despotism defined the region, even to some extent here. The Imperial Bureaucracy is still learning to navigate these new waters, and maybe it has decided to approach Letos 147.8937 with care, rather than risk further eroding its newly established image.

Even the emperor was undoubtedly shocked by the outcome of Congress' vote. Little is revealed to the public of what goes on behind the curtain covering the upper echelons of the Bureaucracy, but we can be sure that the emperor has urged his advisors and imperial governors to re-align territorial policy with his own. The reorganization of the Senatorial Government and the cadre of new territorial porodoi in Fedala has changed the dynamic between the Bureaucracy and its governorates. The two legislative bodies, the Senate and Congress of Kingdoms, have found ways of cooperating in pursuit of their respective goals.

Nevertheless, the bill's veto was all too natural when considering the fact that it was far too constricting on an emperor who, after his experiences in the War of Golden Succession, is focused on guaranteeing the security of the empire by maintaining means of solving faraway problems before they make their way to a far-reaching federated empire with too many problems of its own already.

How the Senatorial Government will respond to the veto is still an incognito. They can symbolically overturn the emperor's veto with a three-fourths majority vote in each house. This is highly unlikely, especially in a Congress that has already deviated far from its usual stance on the issue. Besides, Fedor's political agents are no doubt already acting to reel in the territories.

Of course, it is possible that the Senate never intended the bill to succeed. Few thought it would pass Congress, and surely the Senate was not blind to the odds. Even despite the veto, the bill's legislative victory means that a similar letos
may succeed again in the future, and by then the empire might not have the same popular support it has now. This was a success by all measures for a democratic institution that is still evolving, still struggling to find its place within a system of disparate local institutions and an inherently authoritarian federal government.

This bizarre episode does bring up the interesting question on the value derived by the Imperial Government from this ever strengthened provincial democracy. Stable democratic autonomy is the vision that the empire sells a string of territories that are only half-persuaded. In most of these territories, large areas remain largely under insurgent control due to the lack of manpower as more and more men are demanded in Gholgoth. Here, the rebels often rule and enforce their own law, filling a vacuum that many local governments have left because of either the lack of resources or corruption. Provincial democracy, as early in its history as it may be, is a standard to aspire to. It is the golden model against which the territories are held, a trophy that will come under the protection of the Imperial Bureaucracy. Positive spillovers will improve the empire's position overseas and weaken local support for militant groups, a key element to defeating the disparate insurgencies.

All parties have won, it seems. If true, time will tell how long this hostile symbiosis will last. If the Senatorial Government does not overturn the veto, one wonders whether its ability to overturn the emperor's hand will lose even its symbolic recognition. And if a similar is passed again in the future, will a second veto harm the Imperial Bureaucracy's image as a crusader for democracy?

What we must all work to maintain is the peaceful evolution of the boundaries of the different, subordinate governing bodies. The dialectic between local governace and the imperial federation is sure to continue evolving, bringing with it challenges and situations that are likely to cause disruption. Our empire is changing. We are no longer just a collection re-united republics and recently-democratized monarchies, we are an empire with overseas obligations that have changed the dynamic. Our best men fight abroad, some as far away as Gholgoth, and they leave behind them a void in the workplace that has been filled by a growing female working class and a ballooning immigrant population. Our culture, our values, the course of our history is changing and this will demand changes to our institutions that will strain us as an imperial people. At stake is a federation that promises to finally bring peace to a segment of the region that has been at war for over a decade and a half.