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A message would be couriered to the Hungarian-Slovak Embassy in Moscow:

To: Foreign Ministry of Hungary-Slovakia
From: Vladimir Lavrov, Foreign Minister of Russia
Subject: Diplomatic relations
 
Greetings,
 
For far too long, our nations have not seen eye to eye on many matters. The time have now come to bridge this diplomatic gap, and to begin the process of improving relations. To begin with, I would like to cordially invite you to Moscow to discuss matters of mutual interests such as the leasing of a Baltic port, economic and trade, mutual non-aggression, and intelligence-sharing. I look forward to meeting with you.
 
Regards,
Vladimir Lavrov
Foreign Minister of Russia

 

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*Upon receipt of the communication from Moscow, the Hungary-Slovakian government would dispatch Marko Seres to Moscow.

The Hungarian government private jet would arrive at Moscow's International airport several hours later, and Marko would emerge from inside the jet.*

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Upon his arrival, Marko Seres would be greeted by a small delegation of Diplomatic Corps officials, and a ceremonial honor guard, which would begin playing the Hungarian-Slovak anthem. When it was finished, Seres would be escorted to a waiting government limousine, and driven through the busy streets of Moscow, with the delegation head pointing out to areas of interest. Upon arrival at the imposing Kremlin complex, the Hungarian-Slovak official would be escorted inside and taken to a conference room.
 
Foreign Minister Vladimir Lavrov stood up and strode over. "Welcome to Moscow, and the Russian Empire as a whole," he said with a friendly smile as he shook hands with Seres. "Thank you for taking the time to come over here, we have lot to discuss here. Please take a seat." Lavrov gestured at a seat as he sat down in the seat he was sitting earlier. "Before we proceed to official business, do you want anything to eat or drink?"
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*Seres would give Lavrov a firm handshake back before taking the seat on the other side of the desk.*

"You are most welcome, Minister. Nothing to eat, thank you, but a cup of hot coffee would be most appreciated."

*after receiving the cup of coffee, Seres would take a sip, set down the cup on a coaster, and continue.*

"Indeed, we do have much to discuss. Hungary-Slovakia very much appreciates Russia's generous offer of a Latvian port and of trade.

We are currently hoping to obtain a port on the Prussian coast, as It would be somewhat closer to our nation, but should negotiations with Prussia fall through, a port in Latvia would be most attractive indeed. Hungary-Slovakia greatly values trade and always is looking for means to expand our trade opportunities, hence our Tean-National Rail Line, our port on the Romanian coast, and our desire for a second port on the Prussian coast, or failing that, on the Latvian coast."

*Seres would pause to collect his thoughts and take another sip of his coffee, before continuing.*

"As to trade. Would Russia be interested in a Trade Agreement that would lower tariffs, duties, and customs on imports and exports between our two nations? Hungary-Slovakia's government understands that in modern times these are more a hindrance to a nation's economic growth than they are a help to generating extra revenue, and as such we are always open to agreements that reduce them.

Hungary-Slovakia would also be interested in trading for oil, and if it is agreeable to Russia, having a discounted rate on oil purchases as part of a trade agreement."

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Lavrov nodded with a smile as he gestured at one of the aides to pour Seres a cup of hot coffee. Besides from vodka, coffee was one of his favorite drinks, especially when it helped keep him up at his job. It was a wonder he didn't crash.
 
"Ah, we were not aware of your negotiations with Prussia, and we wish you well in that regard. We could go ahead and begin a preliminary discussion over a Latvian port, and should the meeting with Prussia fall though, we can bring up the matter in our next meeting, if you'd like.
 
"As for a trade agreement, this is exactly what we have in mind, and we would be interested in entering such an agreement with your nation. I believe that the increased volume in imports and exports would help stimulate our local economy, ensure prosperity, and greatly benefit both our nations. We hold a number of treaties with several nations on trade, and needlessly to say, our economy have undergone great growth. One caveat, however, is that certain important industries should remain protected.
 
"Regarding oil trading, I suppose we could come at a price reduction agreement. Oil is, after all, a very important resource, and I believe that such an arrangement would greatly benefit both our nations. Perhaps a twenty or thirty percent price reduction for a period of fifty years or something might be a good starting point?"
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"Excuse me for a moment, Minister Lavrov. I need to attend to a phone call"

*Seres disappears from the room for a few moments and then returns.*

"My apologies for the interruption. I was just informed of the recent rise in tensions.

Russia need not be worried about a war with Hungary-Slovakia unless Russia attacks is, an ally, or Ukraine first; or otherwise provokes Hungary-Slovakia.

That being said, it is only fair for me to make it clear-- and please be assured this is in no way meant as any sort of threat toward Russia--even though Hungary-Slovakia does not suspect that Russia has any plans to attack Romania, for that would be foolish -- Romania's military is at least twice that of Russia's-- if Hungary-Slovokia were to sign a Non-Aggression Pact, and for some reason Russia ever attacked Belarus or Romania without having been threatened or attacked first, by them, Hungary-Slovakia would be honor-bound by it's defense pacts with those nations to come to their defense, even if a Non Aggression Pact has been signed.

But of course I am sure you knew this already, and I am almost equally as sure that Russia understands and doesn't have any problem with this, for surely Russia would never attack Belarus, Romania, or Ukraine without having been threatened with war or attacked first.

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"Thirty percent is very reasonable, I thank you for your generousity in that regard.

I believe a preliminary discussion on a Latvian port would be prudent. As you likely read in the dossier that was sent to you, we would primarily use such a port for trade. There, of course in these uncertain times, would also be some patrol boats and two or three corvettes there as well, as with piracy a reality, we would be very foolish not to have some protection for our port and our valuable and otherwise vulnerable goods and merchant ships.

Corvettes will 95% of the time remain at port, whereas patrol ships would be out on routine patrols within a 13 mile radius of the port.

I trust that this would be acceptable to the Russian government?"

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"I understand your concerns," Lavrov said amicably. "After all, Russia has always been viewed as something of a - how do you put it - a boogeyman all her history, and this perception seems to persist in this new brave world. We wish to change that perception though, and reiterate our commitment to peaceful relations with its neighbors and with the rest of Europe and the world.
 
"I'd like some clarification, though. You put forth a hypothetical situation where Russia was the aggressor. But what if Russia was the victim? As unlikely as it is, it is not impossible. Russia had been invaded by foreign aggressors, namely the Mongols, the French under Napoleon, the Germans under Hitler, and had been devastated by its enemies in the Great Apocalypse. Suppose your allies decide to initiate hostilities against Russia, what would your nation do in this regard? After all, you did say your nation is honor-bound by its pacts.
 
"As for your statements regarding the Latvian port, it is acceptable."
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"Indeed, it is very unlikely any Eastern Bloc nation would attack Russia without it or an Eastern Bloc ally having been threatened or attacked first. The only other reason I could possibly think of would be if Russia engaged in provocative or imperialistic actions.

If Russia does something that it is outright provocative or that is imperialistic, we would certainly have to consider joining in a response.

If Russia does not do anything warranting being attacked, it is doubtful Hungary-Slovokia would opt to join."

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"With the afore-mentioned in mind, and while we don't anticipate any Eastern Bloc - Russia conflicts, Hungary-Slovakia asks for the following stipulations in any Non Aggression Pact.

1. Should Russia and any Eastern Bloc nation come in conflict, Hungary-Slovakia reserves the right to temporarily suspend the NAP until the conflict has concluded.

2. Should Russia provoke any Eastern Bloc nation, Hungary-Slovakia reserves the right to temporarily opt out, until provocation has ceased.

3. Should Hungary-Slovakia provoke Russia, Russia may temporarily opt out until the provocation is ceased.

4. Should either party of this agreement engage in imperialistic action, the other party reserves the right to temporarily opt out of the NAP until said activity has ceased.

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"Of course. By provocation, we mean any actions that are intended to elicit an angry or aggressive response. Examples would be dangerous, hate-filled, or inciteful propaganda; the seizing or attacking of a ship; threats; espionage; the financing of or selling of arms to insurgents. Anything of that nature.

By imperialism, we mean actions along the line of Alvonia's recently and in the past few months.

Mind you, we are not accusing or suspecting Russia of anything; we are just being prudent.

Likewise, if our nation did anything of the sort towards Russia, Under such a NAP, Russia would have the right and would be in the right to temporarily suspend or opt out of the NAP, as well."

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Lavrov nodded. 
 
"Thank you for the clarification. The reason I ask is because Russia presently holds a protectorate over the Baltic states, and that a new nation called Landfall has formed in parts of Estonia. We have held a long-running policy of restoring protection over nations that forms out of a Russian protectorate if it collapses, and if I remember correctly, Hungary-Slovakia did not respond positively when we intervened into the region to restore order when Ubersteinia fell, twice. Should Landfall collapse, which Heaven forbid, we will be obligated to step in to restore order, similar to what you and your allies have done in the Ukraine, and as such we would not want to cause you alarm, or have our actions interpreted as 'provocation' or 'imperialism' and thus break our NAP. 
 
Now, this is not meant to cast doubts upon you or anything of the sort. I just want to air out my concerns, and come to an understanding of sorts. As a gesture of goodwill, if Landfall or other nations that forms in the Baltic states collapse, Russia will inform Hungary-Slovakia and its allies beforehand so you can be informed of the situation."
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"Yes, we were concerned that Russia at the time possibly was attempting to claim former Unersteinia. However we were pleased to have been proven wrong in that case.

Hungary-Slovakia has no problem with Russia having protectorates, especially so when Russia allows for referendums and new, sovereign governments in those protectorates. Hungary-Slovakia has a protectorate itself in Poland, and was a co-protector of the Ukraine protectorate. We were pleased that Ukraine was able to hold a referendum so quickly, and even more pleased that it was able to form a sovereign government as quickly as it was able to, and we wish the new Hetmanate well.

We appreciate Russia's offer of goodwill greatly, thank you."

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"Thank you once again for your clarification, and I will accept the NAP. It seems we have covered everything that was discussed here, unless you have something other you'd like to discuss? If not, I can draw up a treaty draft that encapsulates our discussion, save for the Latvian port as it is for future discussions, or shall you draw up the draft?"

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Hungary-Slovakia - Russia Non-Aggression Pact
 
Article I 
 
[font='trebuchet ms']Both Hungary-Slovkaia and Russia pledge a state of constant and continuous non-aggression between each other. Neither nation will conduct espionage, invade, blockade, embargo, or otherwise harm the other.
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Artilce II

 

[font=helvetica] Should Russia and any Eastern Bloc nation come in conflict, Hungary-Slovakia reserves the right to temporarily suspend this Non-Aggression Pact until the conflict has been concluded.[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Article III[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Should Russia provoke any Eastern Bloc nation, Hungary-Slovakia reserves the right to temporarily suspend this Non-Aggression Pact until said provocation has been ceased. [/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Article IV[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Should Hungary-Slovakia provoke Russia, Russia reserves the right to temporarily suspend this Non-Aggression Pact until the provocation has been ceased.[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Article V[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Should either party of this agreement engage in imperialistic action, the other party reserves the right to temporarily suspend this Non Aggression Pact until said activity has been ceased.[/font]

 

Article VI

For the purpose of this treaty, provoke or provocation refers to 'any action done to purposely elicit or incite anger, aggression, or violence'. Ex: seizing or attacking a ship; hateful or inciteful propaganda, etc.

Article VII

For the purpose of this treaty, imperialistic refers to 'aggressive action or behavior, or use of military force, to extend dominion or rule over other territories'.

Article VIII

Both parties of this treaty are strongly encourage to disclose any pertinent intelligence that they are not otherwise obligated by other treaties to keep in confidence.
[font=helvetica]Article IX [/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Should either party wish to terminate this agreement, that party must give the other party at least 48 hours (approximately) advance notice (Real Time) before termination.[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Signed for Hungary-Slovakia.[/font]

 

[font=helvetica]Ambassador Marko Seres[/font]

 

Signed for Russia

 Foreign Minister Vladimir Lavrov

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"I suggest the insertion of an article explaining the terms 'provocation' and 'imperialism' in detail, for purposes of clarification. Many, if not all, diplomatic treaties include term definitions. And I believe that an intelligence-sharing clause should be inserted as well. Oh yes, I do not believe we have discussed intelligence-sharing, so we could begin discussions on that. I think it could help build trust between our nations by enabling us to share any information that directly pertains to both our nations. If you'd like, my aide could draw up a draft of an economic and trade agreement, given that you've done the work on the NAP."

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"Not a problem, I will edit in the definitions.

We could do an intelligece sharing clause. However, any Eastern Bloc Pact information, as you know, is held in confidence, so Hungary-Slovakia would be unable to divulge it. Any other intelligence we would be happy to share with Russia.

Yes, if you would be so kind as to write up the economic and trade treaty, that would be wonderful."

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"Here you go. Feel free to make any changes or modifications as you see fit."

 

Moscow-Budapest Trade Agreement
 
Preamble:
 
The Republic of Hungary-Slovakia, hereafter referred to as Hungary-Slovakia, and the Russian Empire, hereafter referred to as Russia, shall agree to the following provisions laid out in this Agreement. Both nations, hereafter referred to as the Contracting Signatories, shall sign this Agreement in the hopes that greater relations would be attained for the greater prosperity and well-being of the Contracting Signatories.
 
Article I: Trade
 
a). The Contracting Signatories shall undertake appropriate steps, actions, and policies to encourage and facilitate increased trade with each other.
 
b). Such steps, actions, and policies include, but are not limited to, the reduction or elimination, whenever applicable, of tariffs and other protective barriers, with exceptions for certain industries as determined by the Contracting Signatories.
 
Article II: Oil Price Reduction
 
For the duration of this Treaty, oil prices shall be reduced by thirty percent for a period of fifty years, subject to extension following negotiations. This clause shall apply to the Contracting Signatories only.
 
Article III: Cancellation
 
Should the Contracting Signatories wish to withdraw from the obligations of this Treaty, a notice shall be given at least thirty days in advance.
 
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Signed for the Republic of Hungary-Slovakia,
Ambassador Marko Seres
 
Signed for the Russian Empire,
Foreign Minister Vladimir Lavrov

 

(OOC: Correct me if I got your nation's name wrong.)

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Lavrov would scribble his signatures to both the NAP and economic treaties.

 

Signed for the Russian Empire,
Foreign Minister Vladimir Lavrov

 

"Well, seems this meeting was a spectacular success. Thank you for taking the time to come over here, and to work out things with me, considering our nations' recent history. I will submit a copy of both treaties to the State Duma for ratification, which should come sometimes this week." 

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"It was my pleasure, Minister Lavrov. Thank you for having me.

I will be in touch with you again about the port, after negotiations with Prussia have concluded."

*Seres would stand from his seat and give Lavrov a firm handshake.*

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