Conti, The 3rd July 2009
Archives Ident. 2009/004M

Regimental Colours of the Naval Infantry Regiment

At a press conference held in Conti today, Colonel Beaulieu briefly commented the ongoing military exercise involving the Naval Infantry Regiment.

"[...] As you know our home waters are exempt from acts of piracy, however the disruption of major shipping lines by blatant acts of piracy outside Conti's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEC) is a growing concern. But we feel that we are still ill-prepared to face these new threats effectively and that is the rationale behind the ongoing military exercise. We’re taking a proactive approach and do not exclude to be deployed on merchant ships should we be required to do so. [..]The absence of a fully-fledged blue water limits our logistical capability to conduct large scale force projections operations. It is a matter for our elected representatives and you can appreciate that I am not in a position to comment on decisions that remain the prerogative of the Great Council. […] I will never stress enough that our military apparatus is primarily geared towards self-defence and the policing of our home waters, not to conduct expeditionary warfare. I haven’t received any indication that this policy is about to change."

The Empire of Nations wishes you luck in your mission.

While we have a zero-tolerance and shoot on site rule regarding piracy, so we can respect the seriousness of this matter.

We find piracy a gross violation of international agreements.

If you need any support please, don't hesitate to ask.

Piracy is a serious threat that requires full attention of the international community and the Empire of Nations' support on this particular issue is greatly appreciated.

The Council of Ten

Conti has the full support of the United Provinces on this matter.

The Empire of the UK may still be a growing nation, however we agree with Conti, The new revolutionary government supports your war on piracy and wishes you luck in your exercise.