Prowost Zijednič Šidajica

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Prowost Zijednič Šidajica
Tisčajana w Rijič ad 1922
Na komisija Wojli Komjčiriat
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Worries arise about eastern border situation; refugee intake debated
Authored independently by Karol Sijidivic; published by PZŠ & Razi-Zaponje independent commission
Since the beginning of the Živ military campaign within the former nation-state of Barazi, the Presidium was prepared to receive a steady influx of refugees from those areas assailed by the war. Operation Steadfast Liberty led to the collapse of the leftist and authoritarian Milliyetci regime which had long held sway within the nation, allowing a more democratic regime to be installed with the assistance of the Živs.

In the wake of the invasion, border control authorities allowed approximately three thousand Barazi refugees from both occupied and unoccupied areas cross over into designated refugee facilities within eastern Zaponje. Most of these men and women had been in the midst of some of the worst of the fighting, experiencing conditions that no human being ought be subjected to. This number remained fairly static for the greater part of the summer and into August, with many of the refugees gradually being allowed residence within the nation; and allowed to seek a livelihood within any of Šidajica's various prefectures. Summarily, the amount of those residing within the three refugee centers in eastern Zaponje subsequently decreased during August and September. With the Presidium withdrawing recognition of Barazi on the 19th of September, however, border officials were able to accept refugees at their own volition, as they became stateless peoples.

Now by November, the number of those that are found in the various refugee centers around Zaponje has swelled to nearly double what it was but a few months ago, with officials considering opening another complex so as to house additional migrants.

This has caused some worries in Arcodovsk, with the Presidium sitting down in a debate session on the 24th regarding the current situation on the eastern frontier and border security there. Some concerns were brought up during the conference in regards to the naturalization rate of the migrants, with the Islamic migration populations in other European nations being cited as examples numerous times throughout the session. Studies have shown that a greater amount of the time, those migrants of Islamic origin tend to continue to speak their native tongue for a good few generations after immigration and also thereby take a much longer time to acclimatize to their new 'homeland'.

"The situation to the east is being carefully considered," said Legate Andrej Ebswiech during an interview, "The Presidium holds a specific interest in the dilemma of the various refugee groups here at home and in Barazi, but we are as yet uncertain how sound it remains to continue admitting refugees that have shown an unwillingness and indeed some difficulty in naturalization. We don't want to foster the existence of a foreign minority within the Republic."

As of the moment, the Presidium is still in session, pending a final resolution and decision on the matter.

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One of the refugee centers in Zaponje. These Barazoturk refugees await processing by authorities.​

Dalostranij petitions for full representation; autonomy
Authored independently by Rida Shilijew; published by Komjčiriat official commission
Following a curt referendum earlier this week, the Dalostranij local legislature reached a nearly unanimous consensus to finally petition the federal government and the Presidium for full representation in that governing branch and inclusion of the archipelago within the Republic as a full prefecture. The island chain has long been considering asking for status as a Prefecture, along with all the rights that acceptance would offer the territory. Since 1996, the Dalostranij isles have been allowed to have their own legislature with representatives in attendance from each of the islands within the chain, but even so the area remained within the Senj prefecture. This was a compromise grudgingly accepted by both the local legislative council in Senj and Dalostranij, though change is now expected to come with the inclusion of the Federal government in this affair.

Egor Wengrin, the elected head of the Dalostranij local legislature is scheduled to arrive in Arcodovsk sometime later today to address the Presidium directly, likely hoping to make a favorable impression and argument in favor of autonomy.

The question that many ask however, is what is it that prompts these islanders to ask to become a prefecture in themselves, rather than be part of one?

Numerous reasons have been cited by Wengrin and the Dalostranij locals, with almost all of them being economic concerns. Senj and the Dalostranij isles are a good distance from one another, with the former being one of the primary harbors of the Republic. The city houses a good many of the nation's shipyards and military contractors, with many having termed the city as Šidajica's "economic capital". Dalostranij worries lie primarily in the problems with this, as most legislative concerns of the Senj prefecture lie in it's mainland area, with the comparatively unimportant isles receiving little attention. Tax rates remain consistent throughout the entire prefecture, but the Dalostranij claim that they are unfair as the mean income on the isles is much lower than on the mainland.

The Senj Prefectural Senate has agreed to support the case of the Dalostranij own local legislature, and it is believed that the Presidium will grant this request.
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The State Officer in Životinje
to the
Union Ambassador to Šidajica​

Dispatch No. 14
SJADNBRDO, 27 November, 2010
Confidential to the eyes of Ambassador Artomov:

Meeting for a delicious lunch in Sjadnbrdo this Friday, the Marshal and I held an informal discussion concerning the ongoing diaspora of less than fortunate Baroturk expatriates, who are threatening to inconvenience the interminable relationship between significant contacts in Šidajica and ourselves back in Sjadnbrdo. The Civil Administration cannot bear to address problems beyond what they might wear for the next Council Meeting, and the citizenry themselves are content with deepening their personal debt. It is therefore left up to us, the Military, to reaffirm our commitment to security in the lower Sarmatias evermore.

With irrelevant scraps of intelligence blowing in, we must insist that all resources at your disposal are utilized, to include influencing the Presidum by any means necessary. Losing the hearts and minds of this particular ally is of the utmost concern to the Maresal and I at this time; while we have potentially dwarfed our sister nation to the south, their hunger for power cannot be discounted so long as Sarmatian blood courses through their veins. It would seem that simply employing a sizable workforce from Šidajica to rebuild, modernize, and defend Barazi is not enough for those conniving hawks.

Finally, we formally request that the following message is forwarded to those deemed to be quintessential contacts:

"Built upon the stalwart foundation of integrity:Životinje vows to fulfill its worldwide promise to promote liberty and security, however, we have endured an adversity that threatens the prompt assertion of both. Operation Steadfast Liberty has reached a triumphant completion, but it is clear that our combined efforts, shared equally between military and civil servicemen, have not met the expectations of our cherished allies in Centrjziema.

Henceforth, the mission in Barazi shall be expanded to Operation Bastion of Stability - highlighting a Coalition wide initiative to restore confidence in the Baroturk economy, borders, and citizenry. This has been the undertaking of an optimistic Životinje, who has never faltered, and has never ceased to doubt the solidarity shared by all Sarmatian nations, to include Šidajica."
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Freedom First,
Vestitor a Doctrinei,
Marjan Pantoš

 

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OFFICIAL DECLARATION BY THE COMMONWEALTH
DECLARACIJA VIRTALNINIJA ZIJEDNIČIJ
All statements enclosed herein adhere to declaration 12S2/10; High Commissariat of State Affairs

The High Commissariat, the sub-legislative authority within the most serene Commonwealth of Šidajica and Zaponje, in co-operation with the Presidium of the Commonwealth tabulate the following findings following extensive deliberation within the inner legislative branch. All statements correspond accordingly with the will of the unified Šid people and their eternal republic.

The Presidium acknowledges the great efforts made by the Blue Union Captaincy and it's respective armed forces in maintaining stability and security in those territories that have fallen under their jurisdiction following the conclusion of military operations. The failure of local authorities to asseverate the frontier in respect to Šidajica is a mutual problem, with domestic gendarme units being as much at fault for the current situation as their respective counterparts across the boundary may be. With close consideration given to the current socio-economic situation in the Barzoturk territories, the Commonwealth of Šidajica and Zaponje will recommit itself to the cause purported by the Blue Union Captaincy. As it stands, Šidajica remains entirely and unilateraly devoted to the political, social, and economic stability of Centrjziema.

The High Commissariat henceforth pledges the support of all federal forces currently on station within the Barzoturk territories to the termed 'Operation Bastion of Stability'. Further civilian, economic, and humanitarian support may be authorized at a future point in time. The development of a stable and sovereign Barzoturk nation with it's own respective infrastructure and economic base is one of the first and most important steps to establish a permanent and lasting political order in Centrjziema.

All statements herein validated by the Committee of State Security; Sub-Captaincy of the High Commissariat,
In accordance with the collective will of the people and their eternal Republic,
Sincerely yours, Avgustin I.S. Chernič, Presidator of the High Commissariat of the most serene Commonwealth of Šidajica and Zaponje.

Any complaints may be cordially forwarded to the State Office of International Affairs located in Arcodovsk.

 

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Prowost Zijednič Šidajica
Tisčajana w Rijič ad 1922
Na komisija Wojli Komjčiriat
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Presidium offers full support to Coalition forces; wholly Centrjzieman effort supported
Authored independently by Georgij Desteviec; published by CCPŠ & Komjčiriat federal commission
With the political situation in Arcodowsk gradually becoming all the more confusing in recent days, the Presidium has managed to come together last night and draft a declaration jointly with the Armed Forces in regards to the current state of affairs on and beyond the eastern frontier. Following a resolution by the Presidium earlier this week, private contractors and federal troops were promptly deployed to the frontier and took over the task of managing intra-national movement. As of Sunday, the border has become a much quieter place, with fewer Barzoturk refugees being admitted, and many more soldiers clad in grey patrolling the rows of barbed wire. The issue of the crossing was a domestic dispute and misunderstanding that was rapidly dealt with, but the problem of Barazi and it's socio-economic situation remains something that the Presidium, and indeed all of Centrjziema ought be concerned and involved with.

As such, the Presidium has announced unilateral support for all endeavors made by the Blue Union Captaincy and it's allies within the occupied territories of Barazi. To that end, the Presidium has pledged the full support of the armed forces to preserving order and stability within the occupied territories, making a commitment to deploy more federal troops within those occupied territories should such be needed or requested. In contrast to the Presidium's declaration earlier this year, federal authorities have now instead offered troops for the purposes of occupation as to help alleviate the troubles of the Union's own forces. Such sentiment to extend the Commonwealth's own interests and influence to the east in such a fashion was very pervasive in the Presidium and Commissariat during the initial stages of Operation Steadfast Liberty; which saw the mobilization of the armed forces and the movement of certain air and ground assets to the Captaincy to serve in a support role. The current state of affairs favors more direct federal intervention and support, with many elements of both the Presidium and Commissariat clamoring for such.

"The Milliyetci regime has been deposed for almost half a year now," said Colonel-General Razniewiec during a Commissariat sponsored press-conference earlier today, "yet many rogue elements remain within the occupied nation which are yet a threat to our Commonwealth, to the new order laid out in Barazi, and to the stability of Centrjziema itself. Barazi is situated in a strategic location, with it's territories serving as a buffer between numerous major Centrjzieman powers."

The military's cooperation and agreement secured, numerous contractors have already agreed to provide manpower and support for any federal endeavor in the Barazoturk occupied lands. It is not yet certain what sort of commitment the Army or Air Forces are prepared to make, but the readiness level of all naval forces has been set up a single level since the proclamation. Šidajica acknowledges it's failure during the invasion; seemingly seeking to make some amends now.

OTHER NEWS:
Domestic Amidst a frenzied political atmosphere in downtown Carnhow, Zaponje's Wersta, the local legislature, has agreed late last night on a new series of laws intended to extend governmental jurisdiction over to certain forested areas within the prefecture. The newly ratified acts have declared a few select parts of the prefecture as 'protected zones', previously unclaimed or public territories. With this status comes a great number of restrictions placed on these areas, as logging, littering, and a select few other acts are now considered to be criminal offenses; hefty fines to be issued to any caught violating these rules. A new public office has henceforth been established by the Wersta within Zaponje, the Commissar of Environmental Affairs, with domestic elections already underway for a candidate to manage the prefecture's ecological matters.

Centrjziema The Zaponje-based industrial firm, Tatranegijic (TNJ) has been issued a fine by the Lower Adjutantcy of Industry for illicit dumping of wastes. Following bills passed in 1998 by the Precidija which prohibited the dumping of industrial wastes into any water supplies or within any watersheds of settled area's. This effectively regulated the waste deposits to only certain dump-sites under the operation of the Lower Adjutantcy in which it was legal to deposit non-toxic waste materials. Tatranegijic had been brought up on illicit waste disposal earlier in 2006, an investigation having been put together by the Lower Adjutancy in the first quarter of 2007 and concluding in Q3. The company was fined €250,000 (zł600,000) after evidence had been brought forward earlier this week; following the conclusion of a very lengthy judiciary period.
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Prowost Zijednič Šidajica
Tisčajana w Rijič ad 1922
Na komisija Wojli Komjčiriat
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THE NEWS IN BRIEF:
Domestic The Presidium has allowed, pending a plebiscite on the issue within those specifically involved territories, the Dalostranij isles to join the Commonwealth as a full prefecture and with all the rights that the status would afford the region. A commission has been established which will be jointly operated by both the Presidium and the Commissariat to make certain that the transition goes ahead smoothly, as well as to mediate the negotiations between the newly formed Dalostranij and Senj prefecture regarding territorial boundaries and taxes. The main fear of Senj legislators was that the Dalostranij local government would attempt to seize or render certain assets owned by private firms in Senj public property or otherwise seize them. With this concern having long been addressed during the November meeting in Senj itself, the Wersta of the Senj Prefecture agreed with the Presidium to grant the areas the status of full prefecture.

Domestic Recent blizzards in northern Šidajica and Wieca have shut down travel to certain parts of the country. The snow storms have hit towns surrounding the Tatras mountain range especially hard, with avalanche warnings sent out to various communities within the vicinity of the mountains. As the snow mark surpassed a meter in some parts of the I-3, the highway system interweaving between valleys and mountains on it's way north to the Blue Union Captaincy, federal officials have closed down portions of the roadway and forced drivers to take detours. A recent press release by federal marshals responsible for the roadway has confirmed that efforts are being made as to clear the highway as soon as possible, such that regular transit may resume upon it without too much delay.

Centrjziema Elements of the 4th Army have crossed the eastern frontier into the Barazi occupied territories, acting under the authority of the Coalition Command in Sevinmek. The Presidium had promised last month to commit troops to the pacification campaign in the zone, acting in an attempt to stabilize the region immediately bordering Šidajica first. This is reputedly part of the same effort to relieve the woes of the refugee centers within the nation, the goal in part being to establish a safe zone of sorts along the border as to allow the creation of refugee centers and camps within the territory of Barazi itself, preventing the unneeded transfer of migrants into Šidajica proper. Having begun their advance two days ago at the Kriewica border post along the I-2, the 52nd Rifles Regiment has been the farthest-reaching unit, having arrived at the outskirts of the former Communist capital of Kraliyet. The military has not yet announced it's plans in the zone, but many speculate that Kraliyet will soon be occupied by combined Coalition forces - the city never before having undergone occupation, it having been untouched by the fires of war during Operation Steadfast Liberty.

Europa A border skirmish on the Aryana and Barazi border prompts concerns throughout the Oikawan Empire and Centrjziema. A live-fire incident across that frontier between border security agents and presumed insurgents resulted in the death of one Aryanan serviceman and the injury of four others. The Presidium has condemned these actions, and has used it as further justification for it's intervention in Barazi.
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Prowost Zijednič Šidajica
Tisčajana w Rijič ad 1922
Na komisija Wojli Komjčiriat
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Special Report: Kraliyet 12/9/10
Authored independently by Arkadj Rezniewiec; published by CCPŠ & Komjčiriat federal commission
With Šid combat operations having begun in the Baroturk occupied territories during the middle of the last week, many have been asking via emails or letters whether media personnel, independent or otherwise, would be stationed alongside the Šid armed forces currently active within the country. The reply from the Presidium and the Commissariat was in the affirmative, and I now find myself as one of the many journalists who find themselves reporting on the coalition operation here in the zone termed 'Whiskey Three' by military personnel. Unlike most of those reporters though, I have the unique privilege of being one of the few that are able to serve with the 52nd Rifles Regiment.

This formation of 3,650 men has been assigned the task of sorting out Kraliyet, the former seat of power for the old Baroturk communist regime. Milliyetci forces surrendered long before the Coalition could bomb or otherwise assault the city, leaving it as one of the largest intact urban centers within the entire country. Coalition forces have been stretched thin the last half a year in policing the city itself and the rest of the zone, with the cavalry division that had been deployed here being entirely unprepared for the task of policing an urban environment. The few Coalition soldiers that I had a chance to speak with expressed their hope that the recent Šid influx would see the situation in the region improve greatly.

As the 52nd moved into the suburbs of the city, the atmosphere became noticeably tense, the men no longer joking and boasting of their sexual exploits – they all in unison adopting a solely professional demeanor. There was no resistance to be found there, and the 52nd decided not to push it's luck and move straight into the city proper just yet. The regiment established a secure perimeter by the time night fell that day and had begun the task of properly relegating parts of the area into triage areas and staging grounds for future operations. On that same night, I found myself curious to see what the locals here thought of the Šid intervention. I had noticed a few months ago that in Coalition news broadcasts or publications that the opinion of the Baroturk people of their own regime and of the invasions. With a Sergeant fluent in Baroturk beside me, I took to the task of interviewing a few locals, asking the least invasive of questions.

To my surprise, I found that the vast majority of those people I spoke with actually supported a greater Coalition influence in the province. I did not hesitate to ask why that was. “The government,” One of them replied, “is still here. Životinje promised to bring freedom. Živ troops do not even go into the city center.”

With this in mind, I continued my report on the current situation in Kraliyet, which so far extends to just the suburbs. In the aftermath of Operation Steadfast Liberty many found themselves without electricity or water, as the communist militia and army attempted to disable anything that would be of use to the Coalition forces. Humanitarian organizations and the Coalition forces managed to alleviate much of the people's troubles rather swiftly, restoring electricity to some parts of the city and providing water almost universally. Even so, many parts of the city remain dark and quiet. The bureaucracy which kept the communist state has collapsed, and as such many of the modern amenities it supported disappear as well.

The High Command has already announced that following the end of the termed 'Operation Bulwark' that the primary task of the armed forces will be to aid the ailing civilian population of the occupied areas. As such, we have much cause to be hopeful.
OTHER NEWS:
Centrjziema The CEO of the leading Zaponje-based manufacturer, Tatranegijic (TNJ), announced new "environment friendly" measures that the company would take in the future during a press conference yesterday evening. This pledge on the part of the company comes as a consequence of the recent investigations made into the ecological track record of TNJ. Following the conclusion of a judiciary and investigative period, the corporation was fined zł600,000. Seemingly wishing to avoid further such actions against it, CEO Lev Erniec said that "we will recommit ourselves to the task at hand, such that we will abide by the laws fully - and also respect them," and that, "these incidents are isolated cases which will never be repeated." As of this date, TNJ has begun internal investigations so as to find out the root causes and perpetrators of these events, it attempting to clear it's name in this manner.

International With the advent of armed hostilities between the Kingdom of Belmont and the Socialist Republic of Coronado, the nearby nations of Breotonia and Frescania seek to reduce the reach of this conflict by imposing a strict naval blockade upon both of the respective nation-states. Press releases and spokesmen from both Breotonia and Frescania have pledged not to impose upon the sanctity of international shipping and instead only prevent external influence in this conflict by preventing any military vessels from transiting through this critical shipping lane. This policy of containment has been criticized very openly by many analysts at home and abroad, and has been condemned by numerous foreign offices around the world. Hajr, and Wing Sing are amongst the most vocal opponents of this blockade, pointing out that this violates the fundamental laws of the sea and the rights to free and unopposed trade upon those very same waves.

Further complaints have arisen from government contractors and corporations for the Presidium and various other national governments to take a much more belligerent stance on the issue, with the Frescanian Navy allegedly planning to search merchant vessels passing through the blockade.

As yet, the Presidium has made no declaration regarding the blockade, and has otherwise shown little interest in the conflict in Gallia. During a press conference in Arcodowsk, Legate Zus Cerniew elaborated slightly on the Presidium's current stance on the conflict and the overall state of affairs in the area. Legate Cerniew stated that "Gallia was never a region of any geopolitical or economic interest to Šidajica," and that "our primary concerns lie instead with this latest Frescanian action which undermines every free trade or international sea law there is."

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'How can the Zivs ignore one of the most industrialised and wealthy corners of the world as Legate Cerniew claims? Very strange, very foolish.'

Henk Zuidman, Professor of Political Economics at Hilversum University at a university press colloquium

 

[Breotonia]

Foreign Office

If the Prowost Zijednič Šidajica were to more carefully review the relevant announcements and documents they would find that the Breotish Royal Navy is not partaking in any blockade or containment measures and its involvement is purely focused on ensuring that the Frescanian Navy does not interfere with neutral shipping.

 

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OFFICIAL DECLARATION BY THE COMMONWEALTH
DECLARACIJA VIRTALNINIJA ZIJEDNIČIJ
All statements enclosed herein adhere to declaration 12§2/10; High Commissariat of State Affairs

The Prowost Zijednič Šidajica is an independent newspaper and publishing agency which generally operates outside of the machinations of the Commissariat, the Presidium or of the Šid federal government as a whole. The publication expresses a sentiment that the Presidium greatly agrees with, in that despite it's role in it, Breotonia is still participating in this unjust blockade.

The Commissariat and the Presidium find that this joint endeavor on the part of the Frescanian and Breotish governments and armed forces is in direct violation of the fundamental rules of international trade and of various civil rights. It is not within the rights of any government or armed entity to search through the personal property of any individual without a warrant. The Commonwealth of Šidajica and Zaponje, as such, unilaterally opposes this blockade.

All statements herein validated by the Committee of State Security; Lower Office of the High Commissariat,
In accordance with the collective will of the people and their eternal Republic,
Sincerely yours, Avgustin I.S. Chernič, Presidator of the High Commissariat of the most serene Commonwealth of Šidajica and Zaponje.

 

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The State Officer in Životinje
to the
Union Ambassador to Šidajica​

Dispatch No. 9
SJADNBRDO, 13 December,, 2010
Cleared for Public Circulation by S.O. Artomov:

These were powerful words, down right compelling journalism, spun by the independent Arkadj Rezniewiec. We as a Coalition that strives to do its best by all peoples would be wise to heed the stinging words of dismay from our own servicemen and women.

Šidajica is an ally and respected kinsfolk to us, here in Životinje, which is why this humble state of the most venerable of Federations, cannot hope to affirm our gratitude towards Šid's for recognizing the plight Baroturklers have found themselves in. No ethnicity amongst our fair Midlands have spent their history free of war and poverty, not one.

As of this week, the Centrjzieman Coalition pledges to instate the Open Forum Program (OFP) in Kraliyet. While OFP was intended to serve as an inhibitor to post traumatic stress in the towns and cities effected directly by war, we surely missed the mark by not considering the mental trauma inflicted to the City of Kraliyet in this post-Milliyetci era. While their Dictator treasured Kraliyet, Zivotinje has neglected it; extremes have plagued this downtrodden city for too damn long, and the Coalition aims to put an end to extremism for good. Wounds shall mend with the application of moderation & peace, the priority of this democratic initiative, if it takes one year or one-hundred.

Freedom First,
Vestitor a Doctrinei,
Marjan Pantoš

 

[Breotonia]

Foreign Office

We agree with all of the sentiments expressed by the High Commissariat of State Affairs which is why Breotonia is committed to the protection of free and open trade and transport at sea and has made it clear that it will use force to defend these rights. Protection of these fundamental tenants has been the most important and central foreign and military policy goal of His Majesty' Government for half a millennium and we are confused by the sudden misunderstanding that has arisen. Our involvement was spurned by Frescania's threat to board, redirect, or otherwise interfere with commercial and military naval activity which is why we contacted their government immediately to make it clear that, should they pursue that course of action, we would prevent their navy from carrying out any such offense by any means up to and including force. The only arrangement reached is that, in light of Breotonia's obligations, Frescania stated it intentions to revise this policy and promised to in no way interfere with neutral traffic.

The Royal Navy remains committed to the protection of neutral ships and is willing to commit the lives of its brave men and women to stand against any who would interfere with the rights of freedom of trade and movement at sea. To illustrate this willingness we have and continue to keep our contact information readily available so that any ship being threatened in anyway, including by the Frescanian Navy, can quickly reach us at which point in time we will instantly dispatch appropriate force to ensure that the aggressors end their campaign. How this policy can be interpreted as taking part in, aiding, or even condoning the Frescanian blockade is beyond the understanding of this Government.