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[Draft] Delegate Representation Act

Postby Bisofeyr » Thu Dec 12, 2024 7:52 am

The World Assembly,

Wholeheartedly believing that national ambassadors and delegations are the lifeblood of the Assembly, and

Appreciating the diversity of ambassadors with which we are graced, representing groups of all sorts across the World Assembly, including drunkards, stoners, bums and diplomats, lawyers, economists, satirists, plants and animals alike, primitives and spacemen, and others who defy explanation altogether, and

Believing that hosting these diverse folk requires both a centralized meeting space and reasonable decorum and ethical standard, therefore enacts as follows:

  1. The World Assembly Office of Building Management (OBM) shall maintain a headquarters of this World Assembly, which shall be located on territory outside of all known states. These headquarters shall be seen as sovereign territory, and should minimize any risks of geopolitical tension or legal complications.

  2. All member nations of this Assembly are guaranteed the right to send a delegation of any reasonable size, which shall be accommodated by the OBM, including but not limited to the supply of proportionate office space. "Reasonable" shall be determined by the OBM, but shall not infringe upon any member nation's ability to participate in the affairs of the World Assembly. Non-member nations may also be given accommodations, but any request for non-member nations to be granted an office shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by the OBM.

  3. All members of a delegation to the World Assembly are guaranteed the authority to represent the views and advocate on behalf of their nation, and may do this to the fullest extent permissible by their government and the regulations of the World Assembly.

  4. No member of a delegation to the World Assembly may accept compensation from any entity other than their delegation's government in exchange for supporting or opposing specific stances or pieces of legislation, or to leverage their position, or otherwise engage in quid pro quo arrangements. In the event of a personal, financial, or professional conflict of interest that a member of a delegation may have, they must publicly announce and recuse themselves from official action related to the conflict of interest.

  5. Members of a delegation from a non-member nation shall be beholden to these standards while in territory under the World Assembly's jurisdiction, but shall not be beholden if outside World Assembly jurisdiction. Members of a delegation from a member nation shall be beholden to these standards for the extent of their term or service.

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Postby Tinhampton » Thu Dec 12, 2024 10:28 am

Lydia Anderson, Tinhamptonian Delegate-Ambassador to the World Assembly: The Tinhamptonians object to Article 3 as written. Anyone who wants to get themselves in trouble with the law should be punished accordingly by their own chief of staff.
The suggestion that ambassadors can be forcibly removed from the World Assembly Headquarters other than in consort with the Office of Building Management would also be an unprecedented intervention. All that is needed are the regular package of sanctions that may be enforced for noncompliance - since failure to adhere to any of the relevant articles is in itself noncompliance. I have already made clear our position that ambassadors should face punishment from their own nation first; we already trust the member states to enforce World Assembly laws within their own jurisdiction.
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"We question if arrangements under Section 1 are intended to be in exchange for any fee or not. If the latter, this should be stated directly; otherwise it would be worthwhile to specify that this will be credited against any other mandatory contributions to the World Assembly."

"We also assume that this is not an endorsement of certain efforts to repeal Resolution #8, but ask to confirm if this is the case."

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Postby Simone Republic » Thu Dec 12, 2024 6:41 pm

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"We would oppose point 1 on the grounds that we send plenty of humans dressed up as bears at our own expense anyway, and under GA8, OBM is funded by the delegations separately from the General Fund in any case, and we pay our own rent. Bears are solitary animals so there's only really like one bear in the office."
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Postby Bisofeyr » Mon Dec 16, 2024 1:37 pm

Tinhampton wrote:Lydia Anderson, Tinhamptonian Delegate-Ambassador to the World Assembly: The Tinhamptonians object to Article 3 as written. Anyone who wants to get themselves in trouble with the law should be punished accordingly by their own chief of staff.
The suggestion that ambassadors can be forcibly removed from the World Assembly Headquarters other than in consort with the Office of Building Management would also be an unprecedented intervention. All that is needed are the regular package of sanctions that may be enforced for noncompliance - since failure to adhere to any of the relevant articles is in itself noncompliance. I have already made clear our position that ambassadors should face punishment from their own nation first; we already trust the member states to enforce World Assembly laws within their own jurisdiction.

Norde Lot stutters much in the same way that a teeter totter teeter-totters; that is to say, frequently. "Lydia, I c-c-c-can understand your c-c-c-concern. I do, however, believe that this Assembly ought to maintain some level of dec-c-c-corum, and pushing non-c-c-c-compliance c-c-can be reasonably objec-cted to. As to your other issue, would it be ac-c-c-septable to you if we made the 'OH BEE EM' a c-c-consultant in any decisions being-g made?"

The Ice States wrote:"We question if arrangements under Section 1 are intended to be in exchange for any fee or not. If the latter, this should be stated directly; otherwise it would be worthwhile to specify that this will be credited against any other mandatory contributions to the World Assembly."

Norde Lot looks at Claudia, but simply shakes his head. "I see no reason that a specific-cation is needed. Why would a fee be necessary, when all members already 'voluntary' c-c-contribute to the funding-g of this, um, org-g-g-ganization. Further, why would one presume that such a fee would be implemented, if it's not said so? If enough others repeat your sentiments, I may c-c-capitulate on this regard."

"We also assume that this is not an endorsement of certain efforts to repeal Resolution #8, but ask to confirm if this is the case."

"I am sorry, ambassador, but I do not have resolutions numbers memorized, and I do not have a c-copy of the teck-st of resolution eight readily available. That being said, I will assure you that this is a fully stand-alone endeavor."

Simone Republic wrote:(IC)

"We would oppose point 1 on the grounds that we send plenty of humans dressed up as bears at our own expense anyway, and under GA8, OBM is funded by the delegations separately from the General Fund in any case, and we pay our own rent. Bears are solitary animals so there's only really like one bear in the office."

"You are a befuddling bear, ambassador. Or, should I say: ambassa-bear?!" Lot waits for his applause.
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Postby Knootoss » Tue Dec 17, 2024 1:31 am

Mes collègues distingués,

This proposal, while framed as constructive, risks compromising the very foundations of our Assembly: free expression, national sovereignty, and the diversity of voices that enrich our debates.

Let us start with Clause 3, which prohibits delegations from “encouraging non-compliance with active resolutions.” On its face, this may appear sensible, but it poses a direct threat to free speech and legislative reform. Consider this: when nations challenge outdated or harmful resolutions, would such advocacy now be considered misconduct? Silencing dissent, even dissent aimed at improving our resolutions, would erode the very democratic deliberation that makes this Assembly credible.

Clause 4 introduces ambiguous requirements for “conflict of interest” and mandates public recusal. While transparency is important, this creates an easy pathway for abuse. Accusations, frivolous or otherwise, could be weaponised against delegations advocating unpopular policies, undercutting their ability to act independently.

The proposal’s most concerning aspect, however, is the creation of the World Assembly Ethics Office (WAEO). With powers to fine, revoke accommodations, and impose “any other response deemed appropriate,” the WAEO represents an unnecessary and alarming expansion of World Assembly bureaucracy. History teaches us that unchecked bodies, no matter how noble their intent, are vulnerable to bias, influence, and mission creep. Who will hold the WAEO accountable? What prevents it from being used to silence dissent or serve the interests of the powerful?

Colleagues, ethical lapses should be addressed at home. Nations bear the responsibility for ensuring their representatives act with integrity. We do not need a centralised authority to police our ambassadors. That is a move that strikes at the heart of national sovereignty. If ethical concerns require attention, let us address them together, through cooperation, not coercion. If standards need refinement, let us pursue solutions that uphold free speech, respect national responsibilities, and preserve the diversity of ideas that define this Assembly.

This resolution’s flaws, its risks to free speech, its centralisation of oversight, and its disregard for national responsibility, undermine the very principles we claim to defend. We can and must do better.

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Knootoss wrote:Drs. Émilie Laroche
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Postby Barfleur » Tue Dec 17, 2024 10:20 am

Ambassador Norfield, resplendent in a "power suit" given to his old boss by a well-connected fixer usually known as "The Duffle," rises to speak.

"Overall, I agree with Drs. Laroche, and I wholeheartedly welcome her into these halls. Merely encouraging misbehavior, even if that misbehavior is itself sanctioned by this body, should not be suppressed, on its own. Discussing the morality or advisability of a law, or lack thereof, can easily be interpreted as advising noncompliance with it. In our parliamentary world, the WA can legislate virtually anything into or out of existence - except for repealing repeals, for some unknown reason - and this depends on national delegations having equally uncircumscribed ability to speak. Nothing should stifle that."


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Postby Comfed » Tue Dec 17, 2024 4:06 pm

No member of a delegation to the World Assembly may willfully encourage any member nation or entity/individual therein to commit non-compliance with an active World Assembly resolution.

We certainly can't abide thoughtcrime on the floor of the WA!

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Postby Elyreia » Thu Dec 19, 2024 12:37 am

I must agree with the delegate from Confed.

If a nation is so negligent and brain dead to have their entire nation and upwards of billions of their citizens stripped of WA protections, forced to handle sanctions and loss of funding, and tarnish their international reputation because a handful of delegates from another nation told them to metaphorically "jump off the bridge", then the nation that jumped should enjoy their sanctions and fines as the appropriate punishment for their wanton gullibility, not the advocate.

Clause 3 is just too much overreach; best I could recommend outside of its removal entirely is to empower the Ethics Committee to refer the pontificating delegate to their own nation's ambassadorial or foreign diplomacy services for reprimand, reassignment, or replacement.
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Postby Simone Republic » Thu Dec 19, 2024 6:35 pm

As it stands clauses 3-6 (probably) violate GA22 [fn1], which grants blanket immunity to diplomats sent to the World Assembly. (At least that's how I would interpret that line in GA22). [fn2]

GA22 "REQUIRES that all diplomats sent to the World Assembly shall be automatically granted diplomatic immunity"

Edit:
[fn1] Heavens Reach argues on Discord it's merely overruled by GA22. Your mileage may vary.
[fn2] I forgot that GA22 hasn't been repealed.
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Postby Knootoss » Fri Dec 20, 2024 7:04 am

Iron Felix wrote:
Knootoss wrote:Drs. Émilie Laroche
Deputy Minister for World Assembly and Extraregional Relations


Felix looks up from cleaning his Tokarev TT-30

"I wonder what they have done with Koopman?"

He goes back to cleaning the Tokarev


"Ambassador Koopman’s current engagements are, regrettably, not a matter for public discourse. Let us say he is in a position where his talents and temperament are being uniquely applied. Far from this chamber, in a restful and fireproof environment."

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Postby Bisofeyr » Mon Jan 20, 2025 10:14 am

Delegation Ethics Standards
The World Assembly,

Wholeheartedly believing that the ambassadors and delegations which fill its halls are the lifeblood of the Assembly, and

Appreciating the diversity of ambassadors which grace its halls, which represent groups of all sorts across the World Assembly, including drunkards, stoners, bums and diplomats, lawyers, economists, satirists, plants and animals alike, primitives and spacemen, and others who defy explanation altogether, and

Believing that reasonable ethical standards and conduct codes ought to be imposed among national delegations to the World Assembly, to ensure proper decorum between its members, therefore enacts as follows:

  1. All member nations of this Assembly are guaranteed the right to send a delegation of any reasonable size, which shall be accommodated by the Office of Building Management (OBM). "Reasonable" shall be determined by the OBM, but shall not infringe upon any member nation's ability to participate in the affairs of the World Assembly. Non-member nations may also be given accommodations, but any request for non-member nations to be granted an office shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by the OBM.

  2. All members of a delegation to the World Assembly are guaranteed the authority to represent the views and advocate on behalf of their nation, and may do this to the fullest extent permissible by their government and the regulations of the World Assembly.

  3. No member of a delegation to the World Assembly may willfully encourage any member nation or entity/individual therein to commit non-compliance with an active World Assembly resolution.

  4. No member of a delegation to the World Assembly may accept compensation from any entity other than their delegation's government in exchange for supporting or opposing specific stances or pieces of legislation, or to leverage their position, or otherwise engage in quid pro quo arrangements. In the event of a personal, financial, or professional conflict of interest that a member of a delegation may have, they must publicly announce and recuse themselves from official action related to the conflict of interest.

  5. The World Assembly Ethics Office (WAEO) is created, and is responsible for ensuring all members of World Assembly delegations follow the ethical conduct required of them. In the event that the WAEO finds a member of a delegation has violated any ethics standards or conduct code imposed upon them, they shall coordinate with the Compliance Commission and the Independent Adjudicative Office to determine an appropriate response, which may include fines upon the violators, revocation of accommodation, being deemed in noncompliance, and any other response deemed appropriate. The WAEO shall also be open to inquiry from any member of any delegation regarding ethical conduct, and shall keep such informational requests fully confidential and advise to the best of their ability how to act with regards to proper ethics.

  6. Members of a delegation from a non-member nation shall be beholden to these standards while in territory under the World Assembly's jurisdiction, but shall not be beholden if outside World Assembly jurisdiction. Member of a delegation from a member nation shall be beholden to these standards for the extent of their term or service.


Some significant changes have been made here in some informal consultation with some friends, to serve as a semi-replacement for GA 8. I had hoped I would be able to avoid posting such a thing at all, but given that the biggest stack I've ever seen just came in for the repeal I feel obliged. ICly, my delegation changed this because they feel obligated to, out of fear of being forced out.

My current intention is to post this within a week of the presumed passage of the current repeal, so bring your feedback and bring it quick! I think I got rid of the most controversial parts of the last draft.
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Postby The Ice States » Mon Jan 20, 2025 11:03 am

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Postby Bisofeyr » Mon Jan 20, 2025 12:06 pm

OOC: Actually for what it's worth, I probably won't wait a few weeks after the repeal's passage to submit this. So urgency is higher.

Thanks for the positive words!
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Postby Bisofeyr » Tue Jan 21, 2025 8:46 pm

Bump since a lot is happening and this has a fast timeline involved.
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Postby Knootoss » Wed Jan 22, 2025 1:25 am

Mes collègues distingués,

First and foremost, I extend my appreciation to our colleagues from Bisofeyr for their continued responsiveness to feedback and their commitment to refining this proposal. The thoughtful revisions introduced demonstrate a genuine effort to strike a balance between facilitating diplomatic engagement and upholding ethical standards within the World Assembly. It is heartening to see an open and constructive dialogue shaping this proposal.

From the Knootian perspective, the current iteration of the Delegate Representation Act has made notable progress towards aligning with our standards of transparency, accountability, and respect for national sovereignty. By removing overly intrusive oversight mechanisms such as the World Assembly Ethics Office (WAEO), the proposal now presents a more reasonable framework for maintaining decorum without encroaching on the prerogatives of individual member states. The commitment to providing delegations with necessary accommodations while preserving their right to self-regulation is a welcome improvement.

In considering this proposal alongside the Knootian World Assembly Headquarters And Casino Act, it is evident that while both aim to address the operational and ethical needs of our shared institution, they serve distinct yet complementary functions. The Knootian proposal seeks to establish a self-sustaining financial model for the headquarters, ensuring that the economic burden is not placed upon member states. Meanwhile, the Delegate Representation Act focuses on representation and ethical guidelines within the headquarters. There is a strong case to be made for sequencing these efforts, ensuring that the foundation for funding and infrastructure is firmly in place before delving into the specifics of conduct and accommodation policies.

To that end, Knootoss respectfully suggests that our World Assembly Headquarters And Casino Act should be prioritised to secure the financial sustainability and legal framework of the headquarters. Once that foundation is established, the Delegate Representation Act could follow as a natural complement, refining the finer details of delegation management and conduct within the institution. This sequencing ensures that we do not inadvertently place the cart before the horse.

We would be most interested in hearing whether the esteemed delegation of Bisofeyr is willing to explicitly endorse this suggested approach, allowing us to move forward in a coordinated and effective manner.

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Postby Simone Republic » Wed Jan 22, 2025 4:02 am

Also I would argue that Goober's point applies, namely that the WA Headquarters has not been demolished in-character as a result of the repeal of GA8.
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Postby Bisofeyr » Wed Jan 22, 2025 9:48 am

Simone Republic wrote:Also I would argue that Goober's point applies, namely that the WA Headquarters has not been demolished in-character as a result of the repeal of GA8.

Yes, which is why the first clause specifically says "maintain"; the building is still there but natural deterioration is, well, natural.

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Norde Lot, fresh off of a shift of cleaning the Bisofeyri World Assembly Mission office room in preparation for his departure. It seems to have taken a toll on him, as his shoulders are notably slumped and his eyes bloodshot. Upon further inspection, though, one may realize that he's looked like this essentially since his arrival, but things have been coming to a head.

"Emm-eh-lee... I hope I said that right... While we regret your aversion to ethic-cs and general dec-corum standards, we appreciate that you feel we have improved the draft. As we disc-cussed in the adjacent chamber (which, may I mention, has g-gotten far too rowdy for proper governance to still be occ-curing), the idea of a 'c-casino' is foreign to me. That being said, so too is the idea of 'money' or 'c-currency' in general, so I suppose I may be missing something, but it seems that nations or ambassadors fund the headqu-quarters either way: in this c-case, it is funded through the established c-contribution method of the General Fund. For you, ambassadors g-give money personally and fund the building indirec-ctly. I see no meaning-gful difference, and it seems to me that the Office of Building Management ought to be funded the same way we fund all World Assembly org-ganizations."

Norde Lot coughs, for he had been speaking too long. A doctor may observe that he could use an albuterol inhaler, but Bisofeyr still regularly engages in the practice of bloodletting, among other antiquated medicinal tactics, and so he will be doomed to suffer with that horrid cough for the rest of his (likely short) life. "Of c-course, I may be misunderstanding the func-ction of a c-casino. As it stands, we intend to submit this posthaste, to ensure that the building-g does not deteriorate too much in the meantime, as that would only raise c-costs of repair reg-gardless of funding source."
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Postby Tinhampton » Wed Jan 22, 2025 3:05 pm

Kevin Mitchell, Assistant to the Delegate-Ambassador: Lydia is busy defending her own proposal, but has asked me to restate her belief that Tinhampton can now support this resolution, it having been amended to our satisfaction. We would like to ask whether the Headquarters be funded out of the General Fund, given the widespread mass of opposition that we currently see to tariffs at the OBM level.
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Postby Cessarea » Sat Jan 25, 2025 10:03 pm

The lights of the drafting chamber for this particular text flickered faster than most Ambassador's eyes could see. In moments, a gnome headed for the podium, announcing that he would be tending to Cessarea's requested timeslot. Weird, the gnome in charge of that didn't remember Cessarea ever asking for this. Oh well. The diminutive speaker, stood atop a box to reach the microphones, held in his hands a cellphone sparking bits of wild energy from itself, which luckily did not ignite any fires. He read - attempted to, at least - the contents displayed on the screen:

"Cessarea apologises for a lack of an official Ambassadorial representative." The gnome squeezed his eyes and brought the screen closer to himself. "We - are - having - a - moment. Huh, cryptic. Anyways: We are in favour of this proposal as it is written, and hope to vote in its favour in the near future. Destroy electronic device and leav- Oh."

The gnome tossed the phone away and promptly went on with his life. Shortly thereafter, the device fizzled out and triggered a small explosion, shattering into several pieces.
The Council of Cessarea
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She/they transfem.
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A nation with a history as old as time. Or so it claims.
Home to Artificials - thinly machine beings who do not yet fully understand themselves.
Currently in hibernation.
Current Delegate: Cessarean Hibernation Protocol (Foreign Affairs)
A tower of technology and science, projecting a pulsating orb of light in shifting hues atop itself.
It speaks with multiple voices in unison.


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