Politiken // Trykkefrihet siden des. 1952 // Elections are coming!

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NUMMER: 25001 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA ONSDAG 5 SEP 2012​

ON HUNTING TRIP, KING URGES CALM

KRISTIANIA— With the horrors of the Bantyric War still fresh in the minds of the Nords, news has continued to flow from Frescania that the opposition is placing a great deal of pressure on President Manuel Rodriguez to withdraw Frescanian troops from Bantyr. The news has been worrisome as the Frescanian length of stay has hardly been long and far from complete.

King Haakon V has urged for calm. Far away from home in Himyar, Haakon V is busy on a hunting Safari, while his wife Margaret, is handling day to day business at the castle.

His Royal Majesty has suggested that the Frescanians would never fall back on their responsibility to the civilized peoples of this planet. Furthermore, he believed that even if they did eventually withdraw, they'd do so for only the best of reasons. The King has been highly supportive of a fellow Catholic nation working in the North, and it is only for these reasons that he has diplomatically supported the Frescanians.

Agderike has not taken a real stance on the Bantyric Question, in relation to their futures and has remained mum on Engellexic strategies.

Haakon V has been a strong supporter of republicanism in distant lands, suggesting that it was a good system for those who lacked strong traditions and well to-do monarchs. He has even gone as far to call it the best system of governance for the negro races of Himyar which can hardly find any sole individual responsible enough to manage anything himself.

He has not yet shared the same sentiment for the Celts, but believes that the Celts are a question in which always needs to be asked, as the answers often change.

Thus far King Haakon V has bagged an elephant, a lion and several rhinoceroses.

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25002 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA TORSDAG 6 SEP 2012​

KING RETURNS HOME, SPEAKS ON ARMY IMPROVEMENT

KRISTIANIA— King Haakon V returned from his palace in Kristiania and hammered home his goals to modernize many aspects of the military that had not been improved since the late 1930s. Specifically, Haakon V urged to his court that the matter of upgrading the tank/armor units in the Army. While previously, Haakon V has focused on air power, it seems that he is interested in improving the nation's ground forces.

His Royal Majesty specifically spoke about arrangements that specifically dealt with the West Marchers and discussions with Cobham about specific upgrades.

He did not dismiss the idea of creating Agderike's very own tank; however, Agderike has never produced a homegrown tank and he suggested that a great deal of the royal coffers could be saved if they shopped internationally first.

With the suggested changes and the continued violence in occupied Bantyr, the King has felt it to be prudent to mind a strong offensive force. An aspect that the Royal Army has never focused on, instead minding defense obligations throughout the beginning of the 20th century.

The King has suggested that he would be willing to embark on a trip with his wife to observe the performance of possible tank upgrades around the world, although thus far only the West Marcher offering has been suggested as feasible. It is possible that he will speak with the Engellexic on their defense systems; however, he refused to suggest that was in the future as it was nothing more than a good idea and speculation and not an official business proposition.

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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With worldwide calamities always on the horizon and with preservation of the stability of our mutually shared hemisphere, it has come to our attention that a greater striving forward together is necessary, beyond our existing good ties, for the benefit of both the Realms of Agder and Fey and the Great Danish Imperium and Kingdom.

Our nations, intertwined in the dark depths of history and drawn from common stock, are inextricably bonded in ways that surpass the singular spheres of religious affiliation - the Catholic Agderike, the Luthero-Moravist Danmark. Common tongues, ethnicity, history and the bonds between the great monarchies of Agderike and Danmark are what draws us together even given the divergence over the past several hundred years as Agderike parted its ways from the Danish Imperial Family. In the refined corridors of Christiansborg, it is apparent that there is more that unites than divides and more to be gained in that spirit.

The Imperium seeks to extend its hand into that of Agderike in an effort to rekindle the Old Age, a Grand Nordic Redux, to enhance the power that is the Nordic world throughout the globe and that of its constituent Realms and other entities. With this in mind, the Statsminister has charged me to invite an esteemed lieutenant of His Royal Majesty the King of Agder and Fey to discuss the way we can go forward and to discuss projects for the future.

In essence, mindful of our responsibilities in the Nordic sphere and as custodians and inheritors of noblesse oblige in that sphere, we are keen to enter into a wide-ranging agreement pertaining to security arrangements and much else besides, the details of which can be discussed if so be it, of which the Imperium may provide its assistance to Agderike in a spirit of protective benevolence.

Lastly, as a sign of the desire for something greater than currently exists between us, the Rigskabinet has taken the unanimous decision to cordially invite HRM The King Haakon V to a State Visit to Christiansborg in the protection HIM The King Frederik III and assisted by The Crown Prince, Prince Lauritz, which would be the first of the new Frederician Age, the new monarch and the promise he gives to the Danes having swept the nation in a feverish joy of revivalism and hope.

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FOREIGN MINISTER OF THE GREAT DANISH IMPERIUM

 

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Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores

The Free Republic of Sucrecia, the first Black Republic, agrees with the assertion of King Haakon V that the Republican system of governance is most suitable for Negroes, but not due to the ineptitude of Black Men and Women, rather for its equitable distribution of power amongst the populace, as such power has been previously denied to the poor Black inhabitants of God's great green Earth by the greed of wicked slavers and and the machinations of white colonialists. We advise King Haakon V to refrain from making further ill-informed comments on the nature of Negroes, as they may sour relations between our two countries.

 

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Til: Christiansborg, Danmark
Fra: Kristiania, Agderike

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10 Sept. 2012

The King has great faith in the future of the relationship between Agderike and Danmark. In the spirit of the greatest attempt at Nordic coordination in generations, he has agreed to travel immediately to Christiansborg to look into the expansion of the great Nordic partnership. His Royal Majesty is keen to meet HIM King Frederik III, an important figure to that of the Germanian region.

In representation of His Royal Majesty, I must state that our intentions in the King's visit will be in the spirit of the letter of your intentions, yet HRM looks to ensure that the language is keen to show the equality of our partnership.

He also wishes to inform you that he shall arrive within the week with his wife Margaret.

Med Vennlig Hilsen,
Solveig Thorsnes

Solveig Thorsnes

Agderikes utenriksminister​

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Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores

The Free Republic of Sucrecia, the first Black Republic, agrees with the assertion of King Haakon V that the Republican system of governance is most suitable for Negroes, but not due to the ineptitude of Black Men and Women, rather for its equitable distribution of power amongst the populace, as such power has been previously denied to the poor Black inhabitants of God's great green Earth by the greed of wicked slavers and and the machinations of white colonialists. We advise King Haakon V to refrain from making further ill-informed comments on the nature of Negroes, as they may sour relations between our two countries.

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Til: Free Republic of Sucrecia
Fra: Kristiania, Agderike

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10 Sept. 2012

His Royal Majesty the King believes strongly in the plight for equality on the international level of discussion. The Republican ideals are key for the advancement of the negro race and so he will gladly sponsor your nation and its advancement. While his opinions as to the reasoning behind his logic may not be supported by the negros themselves, he feels that this should not prohibit our peoples from the collective work needed in the advancement of the negro race. Sucrecia we hope is and will continue to be a valued friend, and King Haakon V hopes to visit your nation some day in the future to have a first hand experience with the culture that has arrived from his academic papers written on the advancement of Republicanism among the non-white peoples of the world. He views your nation as a model, and may wish to edit his thesis upon his visit.

While he still maintains a very busy schedule, he will find a means to make his way to Sucrecia before the end of the year.

Med Vennlig Hilsen,
Solveig Thorsnes

Solveig Thorsnes

Agderikes utenriksminister​

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25003 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA ONSDAG 12 SEP 2012​

KING HAAKON V FEELS INSPIRED ABOUT DEMOCRACY

KRISTIANIA— In 1814 the first modern Ting (parliament/assembly) met in Kristiania. The people who met there included 20 men and their wives. It was here that the first instance of democracy in Agderike commenced since the Viking era. In 1815 they were given an official building to meet in.

Yet twenty years later upon the death of King Harald III, the Ting would be abolished by his son King Olof VIII. In compensation, Olof VIII granted Agderike freedoms not given to them in ages. Servitude was abolished and the welfare state was born. Olof VIII introduced old age pensions, accident insurance, medical care and unemployment insurance. His deploy was to compensate the enlightened, but his real motivations was to end the outflow of emigration to Sylvania and Cantignia. He had hoped that the efforts would put an end to the socialists who rioted often and disrupted the downtown Kristiania and Ulriken areas.

His efforts were met with varied success, but one thing was clear, the democratic Ting had been dissolved.

Until today. On September 12th, 1952 King Haakon V declared that the democracy would return to Agderike. The news came as a surprise, as Agderike was the only Monarchist nation in the world without some kind of system of democracy. His Royal Majesty, inspired by the elections in former Bantyr and their success decided that it was time that Parliamentarian meetings were restored to Agderike.

The new system would be much like the former. Under the new name as the Lagtinget, twenty members, along with their wives would be allowed into the Parliament, which would be given the keys to make basic policy throughout Agderike. All laws drafted would need a signature from the King to become law. Additionally the King can introduce his own motions into the Lagting.

Minutes will be kept in the Lagting, but as per usual will only be released upon editing review by Rikspressebyrå for public consumption.

His Royal Majesty has stated that just because the Lagting has opened public discussion, that does not mean speech laws have been suspended. Free speech would only be allowed within the halls of the Lagting, and not in the public sphere. Free speech could also be revoked within a session of the Lagting if it became inflammatory by issue of the King. The King did not say he planned to exercise this right often, but he felt it be necessary to have available, so that ground rules were laid down, without him having to abuse newly conceived powers in the future. His Royal Majesty states, "I've returned democracy, and the people know the ground rules. In this grand experiment, I plan to play by these rules and if they prove beneficial to my rule as King, I may expand the rules."

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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Extra-Compact* Ministry of Boreas Compact Communications to HRH, King Haakon V of Agder and Fey.​

The Boreas Compact and her component nations, (Warre, Dveria, Rygard & Tenemine) congratulate Haakon upon his extension of greater free speech and democracy to his Agderite peoples. While it is not on par with the rights afforded to the peoples under the banners of old An Lyr's children, it is greater in our eyes than the supposed 'democracy' offered to the Wiesers. As such, a commendation has been made and we can only hope to wish the King and his Lagtingnet great luck in their future endeavors, to see the seeds of democracy better planted and grown.

May your sword stay sharp and your enemies' guns' jam,

Connor MacArthur,
Citizen of Dveria & Ri of Duncrk;
Associate Ambassador to Agderike

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25004 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA FREDAG 14 SEP 2012​

HIMYARSKE COMMUNIST PEACE PROBLEMS

FORTALEZA REAL— The Frescanians in response to the Jurzani détente cut off all aid to the Jurzani state. The beginnings of this conflict weren't spur of the moment. Foreign relations in Himyar have been influx for quite some time as the Himyar Partnership for Peace has slowly faltered after an initial surge of support. The Himyar Partnership was always at odds with the possibility of failure, yet it was not the foundations in which cast it into doubt, it was the communists.

The socialists of Himyar are not the same socialists in the North or even of Germania. Socialism in Himyar has been heavily influenced by the politics and policies of Carentania, perhaps the world's closest symbol to true socialism, in which the picture painted by their people shows a classless, moneyless society that supposedly functions. Yet their country is not without controversy. A controversy which persists to this day and heavily influences the perceptions of it abroad.

Recent controversy began with the razor edged blade of diplomacy, as the Carentiana's Commissariate for Foreign Affairs promptly attacked what was seemed as a shocking and dubious end to Jurzani foreign aid, "Carentania has contributed much to the stability of Himyar and always supported a pan-Himyarite containment policy towards the Talemantine ambitions. Frescania is ending this united front without need and reason." Yet this statement is what in truth presented a difficult factual problem for the rest of the world. What containment policy has Carentania ever invoked that was not outright hostile to Himyarite peace? Carentania after all is an interventionist nation that is working, battling and supposedly rebuilding Solaren. Their previous seizure of Jurzani territory certainly did not seem minded with the forethought of peace, especially in the eyes of the Jurzani, who only just now decided to pursue a policy of détente with the Carentania, a policy heavily cautious of the potential threat that Carentania poses to Jurzan, where a loss of further territory would prove possibly detrimental to Jurzan's ability to conduct trade or maintain stability.

It was in fact the failures of the Himyar Partnership which required Jurzan to pursue the policies of détente, and the failures of the Partnership can be pointed directly to Carentania.

The Carentianans never agreed to sign onto the Himyar Partnership for Peace. This was the sole peace policy platform pushed forward by the Frescanians. The Partnership seemed destined to work as well, as states from across the globe and of course in Himyar itself aligned to prevent Talemantine aggression. Yet it was the socialist/communist bloc in Himyar that has ultimately refused to sign onto the Partnership and subsequently been refused to align with the Partnership due to their insistence on applying peace to their own standards. Standards which thus far have only been oriented towards the gains of Communism and with the recent suggestions in monetary transfer, a possible unholy alliance with Post-Delegationists.

With Carentania's refusal, and subsequently Median and Talemantine relations faltering, the Partnership's failure has been deemed the fault of Carentania according to Frescanian think tanks and policy analysts which argue that Carentania failed to back the global regime in which to maintain Himyari peace. Nord analysts agree with their Himyarske colleagues, "When one nation fails to maintain a global regime, the entire house of cards can easily fall out from beneath it," stated Doctorate of Himyarske Studies, Eidur Johansen from the Ulriken Universitet.

The Partnership's inability to prevent further conflict between Media and Talemantros has ultimately forced Jurzan's détante policy. Dr. Johansen continued, "With the Partnership clearly unable to prevent conflict, Jurzan has little choice but to attempt to sway the relationship they have with Talemantros or Carentania, towards one of a cordial and safe tone. Jurzan stands little chance of survival if both nations openly decide to turn Jurzan into a battleground."

Unfortunately, many in Frescania understand this, but acknowledge they cannot allow for Jurzan to align with the Communists in Himyar. In fact, all of Eastern Himyar at this point stands open to conflict due to the failures of the Partnership. A conflict which could easily result in an entirely Communist Eastern Himyar, or the birth of Post-Delgationist state if the conditions are right. "Frescanian analysts have no doubt understood what a perilous situation the East is in, and this has forced the Frescanian hand. They had to do whatever they could to stop a Jurzani-Carentanian pact" Dr. Johansen argues. The only way they could give a clear showing of disapproval was the halt of foreign aid as dialogue proved somewhat impossible with the Jurzani pursuing their détente policy on a unilateral basis.

While analysis only presents so much, it goes to show that Carentanian-Frescanian relations are far from easy going, and not as straight forward as Carentanian diplomats might want to make the world believe. The two nations posture for control of their region, and the Empire of Democracy faced off against an Empire of the Communist Council, may bring about a better chance for peace than before, as it signals that Frescania will not willingly allow for a Communist take over of the East and this may make all parties complacent in their future conduct.␃ █

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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Commissariate for Foreign Affairs

Implying that Carentania is actively pursuing, or even merely interested in, territorial gains, especially at the loss of the Jurzan, is preposterous. The reintegration of the Vrbas Kraj into the Workers' Republic happened with the consent of both the local population and the broader Jurzani society, as a symbol of pan-Himyarite importance, signifying an end to a Himyar shaped by whims of the Talemantine Emperor. We wish to remind the world that the Vrbas Kraj was a Carentanian province until forcibly occupied by Talemantine forces and it ended up in the hands of the breakaway Republic of Akhaltsikhe, which pursued hostile policies towards the Workers' Republic as Carentania had always been a staunch opponent of its segregational policies towards the Adrari and Uroduah populations.
The Jurzani revolution was a milestone for the history of Himyar and the return of the Vrbas Kraj to Carentania only consequential, as their battle was always and foremost against Talemantine imperialism.

 

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25005 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA ONSDAG 19 SEP 2012​

ALCOHOL LINK TO CANTIGNY FOUND

KRISTIANIA— Akevitt is a Nord beverage that contains approximately 40% alcohol. Made from potatoes and occasionally grain, the beverage, after being distilled is then flavored with herbs and spices. The most common and beloved flavors are usually mixed with caraway, cardamom, cumin, anise, fennel and dill. Exotic blends will even include orange peels or lemon.

Akevitt is by no means exclusive to the Nords of Agder and Fey, but what is definitive to their Akevitt tradition is the Linje process. Linje Akevitt is named for the tradition of sending oak barrels of akevitt with ships from Agderike to Cantignia and back again, and therefore crossing the equator twice before being bottled. The constant movement, high humidity and fluctuating temperature cause the spirit to extract more favor and contributes to the accelerated maturation process.

His Royal Majesty is particularly fond of the process and enjoys the beverage with every dinner; however, this does not mean everyone is fond of what this has meant for the status of Prohibition in Cantignia.

While tequila and its trade from Frescanian Santander has often been the talk of Cantigian authorities, the fact remained that it was only the most obvious route for alcohol to be obtained in what has been described as the "Friendly Confines."

It was difficult to miss the party boats and the blossoming trade.

Yet what has been sneaky and difficult to trades have been the Linje Akevitt boats which new findings have shown, are selling some of their cargo in those "Friendly Confines" and perhaps contributing to an illegal trade in Cantignia. Several football players and football fans have suggested they may have consumed the Nord drink, and perhaps the unfamiliarity of the beverage in the South Implarian led many to think the golden tinted beverage was just another tequila.

King Haakon V has refused to admit any knowledge of the sales and has additionally stated that he will never stop the shipments of his favorite alcoholic drink.

Cantigians have yet to react, but the comments are expected to be stinging as the prohibition era of Cantignia only appears to continue to become further threatened; from both at home and abroad.

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25006 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA SØNDAG 23 SEP 2012​

NORDS FORM FIRST PARLIAMENT

KRISTIANIA— The first Parliament of the Nords, Lagtinget, formed today with twenty men and their wives. His Royal Majesty King Haakon V opened the Lagting and began debate with the question of trade relations.

The idea may have confirmed Danish reports of proposed trade relations. The Lagting ended up voting in favor of expanding trade with Danmark among many others including Engellex and Cantigny. Yet, they did vote against the expansion of trade with nations such as Media. The Conservative Party and Progressive Party came to an intensely debated agreement in refusing the expansion of trade with Socialist and Communist states. King Haakon V warned carefully against expanding the debate to include other nations, but did approve the spirit in which no expansion of trade rights with those nations would be possible.

A ban in trade with those nations we raised by a member of the Conservatives, yet it was agreed upon that no hasty measures should be taken by the Lagting and that such matters of that scale should be left to the Foreign Ministry.

His Royal Majesty agreed with the Lagting, and spoke highly of it upon the adjournment of the meeting. "It goes to show that democracy is clearly a strong government in conjunction with the proper guidance. We won't have the missteps that Frescanian Democracy has made in the last week. When we arrive at a conclusion like we did today, it holds meaning. No Republican gimmicks."

Opinion polls taken have shown an immense amount of support for the Lagting. Most citizens seeing it as an extension of the the Monarchy looking in the best interests of the citizenry. The Monarchs of Agderike have been held in high opinion ever since they stopped the advance of the power of the nobility. Unlike other feudal nations, common citizens have always maintained ownership of their land which has been protected by the crown. Civil War in the 18th Century between the Nobility and the Monarchy led to further rights being given to the citizenry and the removal of nobility rights. A result which almost led to foreign involvement in which several nobles appealed to Engellex, Arendaal, Danmark and Montelimar where many had trade relations or family. Agderike in comparison to most other Monarchist states, the King has centralized so much power that the nobility is nearly irrelevant, if not entirely non-existent as many hold standard jobs much like commoners.

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[Telora]

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Federal Republic of Telora seeks to participate in these growing trade ties across northern Europe, and wishes to enter into negotiations with Agderike. Any growth in regional trade and connections between our countries will surely be to the benefit of all concerned, and with our common cultural heritage, we already have much to build on.

 

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The expanding of trade between nations is always an important thing as it develops the prosperity of the said nations. We are happily supporting the creation of this trade block and believe that in trade it is not really important what type of government one country has.

Comisarul-General al Afacerilor Externe,
Sorin Sokolov

 

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An Extension of The Queen-Empress' Statement in Council.
DULWICH, MONDAY, 24th SEPTEMBER 1952​

TO THE KING, LORDS, AND COMMONERS OF THE KINGDOM OF AGDERIKE
I am instructed to EXPRESS on behalf of her Imperial and Royal Engellexic Majesty;​

I have no doubt there are many Peers and Commoners of the Imperial Parliament who will be inclined to envy me the privilege which has fallen to Aldwych d’Evercy House in participating in the introduction of a trading community with some of the greatest nations of Europe, which will certainly mark an era in the history of Europe, and is a great and important step towards the advancement of greater prosperity, stability, and achievements for our civilised societies. The trading community, which will become the result of the careful and prolonged labours of the ablest statesmen in Danmark, Great Engellex, Agderike, Ivernia, Eiffelland, the Mezhist Union, and I sincerely hope many more, enables the Empire of Great Engellex to forge grand and lasting relations of mutual appreciation and constructive competition with all participating nations, and in particular those which her Majesty has expressed sincere interest in reaching out to, of which include the Kingdom of Agderike.

Her Majesty’s Imperial Cabinet believe it is certainly in the interests of Europe, and that has always been with us a first consideration. But, of course, it is recognised that it is also in the interests of the Empire. It is believed that the relations between ourselves, the Empire and Agderike, and the other nations, will be simplified, will be more frequent and unrestricted.

I should also desire to relay that the people of the Empire have taken deep and almost affectionate interest in the efforts made by the people of Agderike to give themselves the form and status of a greater democratic nation.

His Grace, the DUKE of NONSUCH,
By the Grace of GOD, of the EMPIRE of GREAT ENGELLEX, CHARLOTTE, the QUEEN-EMPRESS,
through the FIRST of LORD of ALDWYCH D'EVERCY

 

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UTSTEDELSESNUMMER: 25007 // TIL FOLK SOM KAN LESE, FRA FOLK SOM KAN SKRIVE // DEN ENGELSKE AVISEN // KRISTIANIA TORSDAG 27 SEP 2012​

HAAKON V VISITS FRESCANIA

FORTALEZA REAL— His Royal Majesty in effort to better connect and understand the plight of the Concord of Europe traveled to Himyar to discuss with the most important Republic in Europe. King Haakon V and President Manuel Rodriguez met behind closed doors and discussed the current climate of European politics.

Upon exiting their private discussion and addressing the public in a question and answer session for the free press in Frescania, His Royal Majesty avoided all questions about the status of democracy in Agderike, but did provide plenty of insight on the situation that Agderike saw the world in.

He conceded the point that the posturing thrown about by the Sylvanian Republic was unacceptable yet was highly reliant upon the how the Western Mark would approach the issue at hand. He did say that he would not fall back upon what many deemed as a neutral position, as he announced that Frescania and Agderike had come to a deal on the purchase of several old Frescanian aircraft carriers as well as modern propeller aircraft to equip them. It is expected these carriers will arrive in Agderike for refitting and maintenance by mid October.

The aircraft carrier purchase would be part of Agderike's modernization process in which it can begin to work as the Royal protector of the North.

Nothing further was announced officially, but Haakon V did suggest that future work would be done with Frescania, although naturally agreements would be highly dependent upon upcoming Frescanian elections.

His Royal Majesty did not leave without leaving his own mark upon the meetings as he awarded President Rodriguez the Order of the Norse Lion, the Second Highest Order in Agderike, only behind the Order of St. Olav. King Haakon V stressed that President Rodriguez was a symbol of our era, a man which survived an act of terrorism and continued to work in the best interests of his people, both in Zulia-Santander and in Frescania.

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FORTROLIGT KORRESPONDANCE : CONFIDENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE

Fr. Thorsnes​

Kongens Department for Utenlanske Krefter,
Kristiania

30e September, 1952​

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I thank you for your correspondence to my department, delivered in strict confidence and to remain at this level for the time being, not to be published for wider dissemination. We also take your communication in the true spirit of friendship and Scanian brotherhood that is intended.

The Udenrigministeriet, and myself personally, comprehend the fears that you have stressed and I take this opportunity to make my response to them, hopefully allaying fears and providing the background to our decisions vis a vis the High East, in a matter of fact manner.

You are undoubtedly well versed in the recent developments that have gripped and rumbled on in that part of the globe for some time now which recent events are a natural consequence and development of this long saga. The regime of Chairman Novodinya provoked half the civilised world to condemn its regime when it established the ill-fated Jacobin Pact the intent of which was to call for the regicide of the world's monarchs - your own and mine included - by establishing cells in our lands and those like ours. But it grew into a much larger affair as the regime was seen to be a direct threat to the stability of world peace leading to the Grand Conference in Vesper which led to the series of embargoes that effectively crushed the regime and sent it into hiding.

Nevertheless, despite the effective collapse of the regime, albeit one characterised by a venomous rhetoric, current times see its ideological supporters belatedly rush to its defence, especially the Marshall Dorgon of Jurchen. It has also been joined by what rather more 'friends of convenience', if I put it that way, such as the socialist states of Carentania and Miroslavl which in a variety of ways, seek to alleviate the regime and provide it with a fig-leaf at this late hour. I say friends of convenience as the very systems that they rush to defend are quite different to their own. A surprise also as, especially in respect of Carentania, relations are at the very base of things, essentially harmonious, in large measure, despite the obvious intrinsic differences between our two nations. Despite the rhetoric emanating from Rijeka, we at least hope this reality is seen. For validation, and this is an important aspect, both Christiansborg and Rijeka essentially are in unison over the stability of the Himyar even if the way it is done and the emphasis placed may be different, and also that of a common approach to the expansionist-impulses of the Wieserreich over and beyond the confines of Mitteleuropa. Miroslavl, however, is not something unexpected given their erratic approach to most things.

But the intervention of Miroslavl into the arena of propping up the Mrysinist regime, currently in its death-throes, takes this rumbling saga into an entirely new episode. Whilst we were gladly endeavouring to retract from the High East, and were consistent on the key principle of letting the Boliaturan peoples choose their own way in life which even this very day is prime to us, although we did not and could never have tolerated the regime of Chairman Novodinya for the obvious reasons, this desire has been set-back in a spectacular fashion. Now, the intervention of Eastern powers like Miroslavl and the Jurchen create a situation in which the threats to the monarchical system of governance is given a new lease of life. To ourselves, this is an abomination and places immense pressure upon us to ensure we do not see the revival of the regime that clearly had grand designs on every nation - Agderike, Ardenne, Belmont, Cantignia, Danmark, Eiffelland, Franken, Great Engellex, Ivernia, Karlovia, Talemantros, the Wieserreich, and all others for which monarchy is an intrinsic element of tradition and the system of governance. The intentions of Chairman Novodinya were never plainly isolated ramblings by a small-scale leader of a post-delegationist nation tucked up away high in the north, but posed real threats to all of us through the proliferation of multifarious terrorist cells. Now this threat is revived. But we cannot stand by and see it re-emerge, hence our action. This is a natural outworking of our principle and the foreign policy stance we have set course upon. Contrary to the ill-advised comments generated by the un-pragmatically minded and blinkered foreign ministries of the socialist states, the ideologues of virtuosity, and those that should know better, my government has never for one moment even considered invasion for the sake of invasion or even sought to carve out a domain in the High East. High East affairs shall remain the affairs of the High East, but as long as potent threats remain, we feel compelled to do something about it. And as for insinuations

I also wish to stress, by way of illumination, the internal Danish dynamic in this affair, which adds an extra dimension to our approach. To most Danes, the system of monarchy, the monarch and his or her family, are quintessentially at the very core and fibre of being. From foundation in the year 840, monarchy has been a constant in our life and one national unifier that has seen this nation through the centuries whether in the early days of the struggle to make a life in the South, following the migrations from the heartland of Scania, as a rallying point in the dark days of subsummation and national humiliation under the yoke of the Holy Germanian League, and also a totem symbolising Danish values into the current age. Monarchy is a way of the national life and the preeminent pinnacle. To most Danes, monarchy is revered and devoted to in a significant way. To hear threats to it, and by the way, to the Danes themselves consequentially led to the current situation. This is irrefutable and cannot be retracted. On our own initiative, we took it upon ourselves to defend our honour, our love for monarchy, and also in the precepts of maintaining international world order. The Vesper agreements are part of this pledge in the sense of international order and ones we have taken very seriously. I am unequivocal when I state that at the very least, of all the nations that agreed consensus in Vesper, only my own has lived up to the principles of it in full effect. I am somewhat disappointed that others at Vesper have failed in this mission, albeit some did commit in some degrees, making the Vesper agreements rather limited and toothless in effect, an ill use of the time it was taken to agree upon it and a waste of the papers it generated.

On the aspects of Germania and the Himyar, the latter of which I have touched on, I wish to clearly state that the commitments, intentions and desires to maintain the status quo in those areas remains undiminished. The balance of power in Germania remains an intrinsically important approach to us and one that shall never to be wavered upon. Whilst most Germanian states remain as largely semi-quiet and whilst relations with them retain a flavour of degrees of cooperation, we are never swerved from the central policy of ensuring that the Germanians coalesce and become an hegemonic power over either ourselves or the wider region. This is deeply rooted in our history with foreign policy firmly anchored to this including in the realpolitik manner. The harbinger and inherent core of revivalist Holy Germanism cannot be countenanced in the guise it may wish itself, and Danmark will remain a counter-power to it. In this, the rather old Sarmatia Doctrine plays an intrinsic element. Friendship with the Sarmatians has been constant for the past 300 years based upon similar appreciation of roots, mutual admiration because of this, and a keen awareness of mutually appreciated attitudes to the world. The rise of the nascent Mezhist Union is deemed a significant boon to this historical policy doctrine as now Sarmatia is able to provide a notable bulwark to the aggressive outward expansions of the Wieserreich, inheritors of the Holy Germanian tradition. Friendship and pragmatism remain a significant aspect of this approach to the Union and we admire the revival of this sub-continent. But for the record, this does not mean we are pro-fascist. Friendship and ties remain between the peoples and governments for the reasons I have outlined, but the Imperium retains a key awareness of its own traditions and roots which do not necessarily cooincide with the current policies of the Union.

On the Himyar, in the aspect of the balance of power, Danmark has been consistent in its opposition to the Talemantine Empire as it seeks to undermine, decimate, and conquer its neighbours. This is an intrinsic problem for the Danes as defence of the key southern approaches is paramount in trade and defence. Any alteration of this could be very harmful to the health and well-being of my nation, hence our policies in that region. As you likely are aware, we took the immense step of committing 32,000 Crown Forces to Media some years ago, some of which have been recently withdrawn towards Boliatur, and also have a significant naval presence in the eastern port of Dara. This was joined by a more limited presence in The Jurzan to stave off advances upon the republic and secure oil fields and pipelines, following a significant agreement for The Jurzan to furnish oil and gas requirements for my country. The continued commitment to the Himyar remains unabated unless we are called upon to withdraw due to national commitments or local desire. We never came to the Himyar in national aggrandisement, more a defence of such an important region to the Imperium.

Pertaining to the gold standard and the Rigskilling's place within it, I am indeed fully aware of your concerns. The stability of the shilling and all those that link themselves to it is an important and notable concern in our approach as afflictions may have harmful effects upon our own economy. However, to quench your concerns, I need to point out that the Crown Forces have been on a preparatory war footing for some years. The diversion of forces incumbent in Media towards Miroslavl are simply the relocation of war-prepared forces to a different locale. The fact that the forces have been resident in Media with little effect to the Standard and, indeed, boosting it through military merchandise demand, is a proof in point. The conflagration with Miroslavl is expected to be limited and we do not see a protracted war but if war occurs, we shall ensure it is conducted swiftly and with precision. The War Ministry has devised a plan of operations to ensure this is the case.

Lastly, the desire of the Imperium is to facilitate a greater accord and revival of Scanian links. This is as important to us as it is likely to Agderike. In that essence, we call upon a greater level of accord, specifically relating to alliance.

In friendship and understanding,

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His Royal Majesty understands the sentiment and appreciates the fully drawn out explanation given to him. He will continue to silently protest the action, while he can understand the sentiment against the Boliaturian nation-state, he does not believe and expanded war with the Miroslavs will prove beneficial.

On the question of alliance, King Haakon V has been very supportive of the idea, and while nothing formal has been suggested thus far, he would like to begin with a defense oriented alliance. A basic tenant that both of our nations can immediately agree to without question as to the parameters or question of extended membership organization, an issue that has become an irritant for His Royal Majesty in regards to the GETP.

As such, should it be questioned otherwise, King Haakon V immediately agrees to a defensive oriented agreement in which should either of our nations suffer military attack, the other shall immediately come to their aid.

Med Vennlig Hilsen,
Solveig Thorsnes

Solveig Thorsnes

Agderikes utenriksminister​

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PETROLEUM WORRIES PROMPT TRAINS?

KRISTIANIA— Oil prices have gone up and been a several hindrance to many European nations as the expansion of war in Europe and the introduction of what seems to be Europe's first oil cartel have made oil a far more expensive commodity. This pain has been felt in Agderike as automobiles, which have slowly become a preferred mode of transportation have become significantly more expensive to power.

The 50's were said to be the era of the automobile and production of the domestic automobiles has skyrocketed from what was originally non-existent only three years ago; however, the rise in prices may threaten this industry.

King Haakon V with his original idea of improving the road system of Agderike has put a halt to these plans. Members of the Lagting, have also affirmed the halt of these plans and put forward the idea of the development of high speed trains.

His Royal Majesty has agreed with this assessment and has suggested that so long as petroleum is held hostage by irresponsible socialist regimes, the dream of personal liberty in a car may never be fully realized. As such, it would be wise to have Agderike explore the pinnacle of public transportation.

The first high speed train system is expected to link Kristiania and Jorvik and link the north and the south of the country. The plan would be expected to begin once a high speed train could be deemed serviceable.

King Haakon V was also highly critical of nations which were warming up with the Median socialist regime just for oil. He called it a moral failure to civilized Europe and a failure to stand up for what was right. His Royal Majesty stated that for this very reason, Agderike had refused to sign the Greater European Trade Pact.

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The wise words of His Royal Majesty Haakon V, the esteemed monarch of our neighbor-state, do not go unheeded in Kalevala. For such is the danger of the red meance throughout Europe that we must also wonder the willingness of otherwise amicable and civilized European governments to appease Europe's communist regimes for the morally wrong and dishonest goal of material gain in sacrifice of their principles. The Union is satisfied as the stance expressed our Northern neighbors speaks to us of the Agder government's willingness to maintain its values in the affair instead of succumbing to red economic warfare.

Additionally, the Stateholder General has in relation to mentioned plans of train network development authorized me to suggest at an initial stage the possibility of evaluating the establishment of a railroad link between the Fennian Union and Agderike.

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Mr. Kauko Vannas,
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KVENLAND MUST RETURN VESTERÅLEN

KRISTIANIA— As the Lagting met together to discuss the question of creating effective train connections with Kvenland. King Haakon V was hailed for helping to bring the Fennian Union and the Kingdom of Agderike closer than they have ever been since the foundation of the Fennian Union.

His Royal Majesty however is not too keen to rush the process of renewed friendship without looking towards fixing past wrongs. King Haakon V refused the Lagting's discussion on establishing the railroad link between Agderike and Kvenland.

"I demand a solution to the Vesterålen problem that has plagued our affairs since it was unfairly seized from us via an unjust and unfair peace process, and we cannot cooperate with Kvenland until that is solved. We extend a hand in friendship to them, but we do not wish to link ourselves to them until Vesterålen is returned." said the King when addressing the Lagting.

Lagtinget never created a final movement towards a vote at the end of the King's speech to the Lagting.

The Fennian Union and the Kingdom of Agderike have been highly cooperative on the international level, joining forces in condemning Carentania, supporting the Jurzan Government and working against the Red menace that continues to spread across Europe.

King Haakon V when questioned by Politiken after the speech, also added, "I do not mean to harm our relations, we are embarking on a grand experiment of friendship between our cultures. But I cannot fully commit to it so long as Nords in Vesterålen are not together with their proper Kingdom. So we will continue to cooperate with Kvenland and we will continue with our league of civilization, our goal to end the oppression of communist manifestos; together hand in hand with the Kvens, but I mean to make it known that the Nords have not forgotten, and Vesterålen will remain a point of contention for us."

The Lagting has stated it will revisit the idea again when deemed applicable.

On Guard For 68 Years, and Again Tomorrow -- Politiken is Agderike's premier newspaper of record, having been printed from Kristiania since 1884. Politiken is privately owned by the Knutsen Family Media Group, and officially approved by Rikspressebyrå (Office of the Press Bureau). English language editing is done by Tina Herlovsen, while native language editing is done by Anders Stensland.

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