As the structure of our alliance is about to undergo a radical change, and the ministries to be abolished, I'd like to take the opportunity to address the members of Zenith and give credit where credit is due.

First, many thanks must go to Duncan King and Metictype. Really, the bulk of the diplomatic headway that has been done this term has been constructed by both of them. They have been at all of our major foreign embassies keeping up discussion and building the bonds that keep us prosperous and safe with allied support. While the concept of the Peace and Love Train Accords started out as a group discussion without a face, the real formation came in short order with DK's rendering of the treaty and, of course, the unique concept. They were the ones to get TFD on board and ensure its success. What little I did pales in comparison to the amount of work they have put into this term. They are expert strategists who lend their particular talents to everything they do. Both DK and Metic have worked to make the hub of coordination, The Station, a great looking and effective forum. The design itself is a simply a work of art and you all should really head over there to take a peek. I can't emphasize enough how much of the direction, both over-all and in detail, was directly propelled by them. They are true masters of the game.

JazHayre deserves much recognition. Ever vigilant on the IRC, JazH was often the front line of contact for many of the important items that came to our attention. He lent his thoughts on many of the goings on and took the initiative to handle things in what little spare time he had away from his duties as Minister. Thank you.

In a similar vein, Gogeta, always an able statesman and consummate leader, never hesitated to take matters into his own hands and was of great assistance on a many number of occasions.

In actuality, all the members of the Council and Triumvirate placed their stamp on the direction of our foreign affairs and it was a pleasure to work with each and every one of them.

In our driest spell, it was PrinceKhalu that stepped up to become a diplomat and helped to tend the embassies here on the home front.

I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge Rotavele as valuable addition to the ministry. He was the best deputy anyone could ask for who did an amazing amount of work in a short amount of time. I'm glad to see he is back.

In the very beginning of the term, both Sturtyboy and Sulmar used their experience and insight to shape the ministry and it was Sulmar who took the lead to be the MoFA before elections.

I would like to thank Sonjo for taking an interest in the fine art of foreign affairs and I hope to see him stick around after the restructuring. Sonjo, you have a lot of potential and you've been a stalwart member of Zenith for a long time.

To all of you that have labored as diplomats or in the PRC, in this term and those previous, you have my thanks and gratitude. It is your efforts that have a lot to do in making Zenith one of the best alliances there is. My hat is off to you.

Finally, thanks to all of you who voted for me. It was a privilege and an honor to be able to serve and quite a learning experience. For those of you who assisted me with your encouragement when I struggled and those who congratulated my meager achievements, you have my eternal gratitude.

To all of Zenith, keep in your heart the names I listed above and know that it is they who carried us through this last term on the FA front with grace, dogged determination, and not an ounce of complaint. Our success is a result of their hard work.

Again, thank you for the opportunity, and I look forward to hearing the fresh voices of those eager to prove their leadership in the coming months.

In Faith,

Mr. Otingocni of Kzoppistan

Member of Zenith