Farrin Xies

To those thinking this was gonna be a cancellation on NATO... Nope.

[center][img]http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/3696/nponato.png[/img][/center] Friends, As Imperial Officer of Foreign Affairs for the New Pacific Order, it is my pleasure to announce a change in the language of the treaty between the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the NPO, the Northwest Passage Treaty. The New Pacific Order has long felt NATO to be a close friend and ally, and this modification should be considered indicative of that. The changes are in the third article of the treaty, and are in red: [quote]ARTICLE 3: MUTUAL DEFENSE[color="#FF0000"] AND OPTIONAL AGGRESSION[/color] Any declaration of war upon a member of either signatory is considered an act of aggression to both signatories. Both signatories agree that should the other come under attack, it is mandatory that all available aid, be it military, financial or diplomatic, will be made available should it be requested. [color="#FF0000"]Each signatory also has the option of joining a war declared by the other signatory, either aggressively or via activation of a clause from another treaty.[/color] In the event either party declares war, either aggressively or via activation of a clause from another treaty, and therefore requests the other signatory's assistance after coming under attack, the mandatory defense is then considered optional defense. This treaty is exclusively between NATO and NPO and as such will not automatically activate or be activated by any other treaties either signatory may have.[/quote] The full text is available below: [spoiler][quote][size="5"][center][b]Northwest Passage[/b][/center][/size] [b]PREAMBLE[/b] All parties involved in this treaty are to remain sovereign and shall not be governed by the other party. They shall remain separate unless stated in another treaty. This treaty acts to bind the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the New Pacific Order in a state of mutual defense, recognizing our alliances friendship and commitment to one another. [b]ARTICLE 1: NON-AGGRESSION[/b] Both signatories agree not to attack, or commit and actions of espionage on the other party. Such actions are regarded as a breach of this treaty. If either alliance bound to this pact conducts espionage on a non-signing alliance, it is grounds for revocation, but such action may or may not be taken by the other party’s leaders. [b]ARTICLE 2: INTELLIGENCE[/b] Both signatories agree to share all relevant information of worth. It is agreed that this information shall not be falsified, or changed in any way, to mislead the other party. Such falsifications shall be regarded as a breach of the treaty. [b]ARTICLE 3: MUTUAL DEFENSE AND OPTIONAL AGGRESSION[/b] Any declaration of war upon a member of either signatory is considered an act of aggression to both signatories. Both signatories agree that should the other come under attack, it is mandatory that all available aid, be it military, financial or diplomatic, will be made available should it be requested. Each signatory also has the option of joining a war declared by the other signatory, either aggressively or via activation of a clause from another treaty. In the event either party declares war, either aggressively or via activation of a clause from another treaty, and therefore requests the other signatory's assistance after coming under attack, the mandatory defense is then considered optional defense. This treaty is exclusively between NATO and NPO and as such will not automatically activate or be activated by any other treaties either signatory may have. [b]ARTICLE 4: AID[/b] Both signatories shall agree that they will endeavor to contribute financial aid to the other party. Such aid must be within the limits of reality, and not without reason. Such requests for financial aid shall be placed in the other party's embassy and the leader shall have to acknowledge the aid request. An acceptable reason must be stated, or the requested aid will not be given. Also, aid requests may be rejected, though the other party must have a valid reason. Any aid requests made under false pretense shall be viewed as a breach of this treaty. [b]ARTICLE 5: CANCELLATION[/b] To cancel this treaty any time, one party must post a thread on the other party's forums, or contact a leader directly and get acknowledgment from the other party. Following cancellation, a 48 hour grace period shall begin, during which neither party may breach any of the above listed terms.[/quote][/spoiler] [b]Signed,[/b] [b][color="#0000FF"]For the North Atlantic Treaty Organization:[/color][/b] [img]http://img801.imageshack.us/img801/247/natosm.png[/img] [i]Sir Humphrey, Secretary General Berbers, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Semi the Hard, Secretary of Defense Njero, Secretary of Commerce muwen1234, Secretary of Enlistment Aress, Chief Justice[/i] [b][color="#FF0000"]For the New Pacific Order:[/color][/b] [img]http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/6536/rsznpoflag.png[/img] [i]Brehon, Emperor of the New Pacific Order Sword of the Order bakamitai, Imperial Regent of the New Pacific Order Farrin Xies, Imperial Officer of Foreign Affairs of the New Pacific Order Purveyor of an FA Direction[/i]

Congrats and well done to both of the parties - they're both great alliances and I hope they continue to prosper together.

[quote name='Rampage3' timestamp='1337137898' post='2967960'] I could not possibly be more happy to see this. NATO, you worked very hard on this treaty from the beginning and when the tie was tested, you did not run. I will never forget that. I will be by Humphrey...drinks are on me tonight. [/quote] I could not agree with this more. NATO is a classy alliance who stands by their friends, and they are definitely deserving of respect for that. o/ NATO and RoK

As one MK Toadie to another, I congratulate TLR on finding a government suitable to Our Merciful Fungal Overlords. Edit: Oh, and I wonder how TLR's bread-buttering-based economy will survive with jgoods half at the helm?

[quote][center][img]http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/2463/60018231.png[/img][/center] [center][size="4"][b]An Optional Defense/Aggression Pact between Non Grata and the New Pacific Order[/b][/size][/center] [b]"You know, we always called each other good fellas."[/b] Non Grata and the New Pacific Order come together to secure the ties of friendship that have grown between them by publicly announcing this treaty, an Optional Defense/Aggression Pact. [b]"My godson has come all the way from California. Give him a drink."[/b] NG and the NPO agree to not engage in any action that could reasonably seen as aggressive against the other. Additionally, in the spirit of friendship, they will always work to solve any differences that may arise between them amicably through open communication and discussion. [b]"Never let anyone outside the family know what you're thinking."[/b] NG and the NPO agree that if either one is attacked, the other has the option (though not the obligation) to assist the other in whatever means it sees fit, whether that be militarily, financially, politically, or otherwise. [b]"You talking to me?"[/b] Both signatories agree to share all relevant information of worth. It is agreed that this information shall not be falsified, or changed in any way, to mislead the other party. Such falsifications shall be regarded as a breach of the treaty. [b]"Every time I think I'm out, they pull me back in."[/b] NG and the NPO agree to evaluate this treaty in three months for the possibility of an upgrade, though this shouldn't be seen to limit the possibility of an upgrade sooner. [b]"Leave the gun. Take the cannoli."[/b] NG and the NPO agree that if either finds this treaty no longer sustainable, they will notify the other. This treaty will then remain in effect in its entirety for 72 hours from the time of notification. [b]Signed,[/b] [color="#8B0000"][b]For Non Grata:[/b][/color] [img]http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/8631/rszngyyuzl3.png[/img] [u]Triumvirate[/u] King Xander Stewie Steve Buscemi [u]Advisors[/u] arexes MiketheFirst Gofastleft Derwood1 [color="#0000FF"][b]For the New Pacific Order:[/b][/color] [img]http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/6536/rsznpoflag.png[/img] [i]Brehon, Emperor of the New Pacific Order Sword of the Order bakamitai, Imperial Regent of the New Pacific Order Farrin Xies, Imperial Officer of Foreign Affairs of the New Pacific Order Purveyor of an FA Direction[/i][/quote]

We're [ooc]nine pages[/ooc] deep into an announcement and it's still being kept classy without ridiculous insults and insinuations? My friends, we've reached a record here. Good luck to both PB and NG as they move on from this.

I love Sardonic, and he knows why.

[quote name='BloodFury' timestamp='1334513582' post='2953801'] I believe this is a move that has long been drawn out and the relationship has been one that was over a long time ago. Why people have hurt feelings over something that was going to happen regardless of current events is beyond me. To the best in both parties futures. [/quote] It's a sad day when BloodFury gets something that so few others seem to get

[quote name='Tibus Heth' timestamp='1334500612' post='2953740'] Lines being drawn... [/quote] Yeah... no. Let's go ahead and not fill this announcement with even more stupid !@#$ than it already has in it.

Congrats my polar bear friends

[quote name='bakamitai' timestamp='1331013029' post='2934467'] I'm going to derail this discussion by hailing TLR, who have proven themselves to be not only friends but brothers in arms. I am glad that this treaty has finally been announced, and I am glad to have signed my name to it. [/quote] How dare you derail what was a perfectly fun thread full of people trying to tear TLR and MK apart! How dare you actually respond intelligently to the OP! You sir are a monster, and emblematic of the Ebil NPO of Olde.

Let's turn this thread into brainstorming for better treaty titles. Here's my submission: "The Christians Find GOD."

Congrats DnD, you have chosen an excellent alliance to merge into.

[quote name='The Pansy' timestamp='1330913534' post='2933570'] NPO is still my puppets Rush, you only get the strings on weekends. [/quote] It's like watching mommy and daddy fight...

[quote name='Voytek' timestamp='1330862779' post='2933157'] who came up with the treaty theme? it's great [/quote] I give full credit to Mandellav on that one, he came up with the idea and most of the section headers (the food items). On our end, Red, Kean, and LordofDarkness did the graphics. I really tip my hat to all four of them for what they did.

[quote name='Voytek' timestamp='1330861858' post='2933153'] yeah ok at this point you have to be kidding me around or something, nobody can be that bad at getting a joke. i dont even think chairmanhal would miss it and he's as wooden as they come [/quote] Can you two squabble somewhere else? This thread is about [s]the NPO and TLR[/s] Roquentin.

Rush is indeed a god. I have facts to back this up, as a matter of fact: 1. He's old enough that he predates any god that I know of. 2. He walks with exuberant confidence.

[quote name='rsoxbronco1' timestamp='1330839313' post='2932988'] Alright TLR and NPO, that's enough out of you. [img]http://i.imgur.com/BHU5z.jpg[/img] [/quote] Crap, and here I was about to let everyone know the same exact thing. Ignore TLR/NPO upgrade, acquire Roq soap box?

[quote name='Yankees Empire' timestamp='1330833528' post='2932906'] TLR, I'm disappointed in you. Do you not remember what NPO has done to all of us? They're just using you. This is disgusting. What's next? NPO in CnG? I bet you'd like that. How far Athens has fallen... [/quote] We haven't been in a position to use people for quite some time - CnG is part of the group that made sure of that. For you, and anyone else who feels the same, I'd like to encourage you to get to know the current NPO. It's not quite what many of you seem to remember.

[quote name='crazyemolad' timestamp='1330831663' post='2932873'] Congrats to both parties, when can we expect to see NPO admitted into CnG? [/quote] When ODN sponsors our membership into it

When the [url="http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?showtopic=105347"]original ODP[/url] between TLR and NPO was posted, Voodoo Nova wrote: "There comes a time when two enemies decide to move on from the past. Our past will never be forgotten, but the time has come to move on from it. The lessons that were learned from that era will be with us as we move forward today." And move on we did. The governments of TLR and NPO both have worked hard together since then, and the bonds of friendship between them have been forged in battle. One of my proudest moments in my career in the New Pacific Order came when we were preemptively attacked by the forces of FAN and Fark. Our Body Republic, many of whom have known nothing but losing wars, expected this to be nothing different. However, our allies, including TLR, came in for us. Rush Sykes wrote to our people, "Let me assure you, that from the moment Fark and FAN declared war on the New Pacific Order, it was ordained, by the triumvirate of TLR, that we would defend you. We would do so alone if need be." Our relationship started organically - two alliances who had held cordial relations even through war coming together to see what similarities they held - and it has grown organically - with both of us taking our time, communicating, and learning about each other. We have reached the point, however, where it is time to show you, the rest of Planet Bob, exactly the terms in which The Last Remnants and the New Pacific Order regard each other. It is with all of that said that I'm extremely pleased to announce The Big Trouble in Little China Accords, an MDoAP: [i]Edit for Schatt: Not only do we [u]really[/u] like TLR, but there is acknowledged strategic value for NPO and for TLR both in this treaty.[/i] [quote][center][img]http://i42.tinypic.com/24b3gat.png[/img][/center] The Last Remnants and the New Pacific Order decided to order Chinese food after a marathon session of Call of Honor: Battlefield Company. There was some squabbling over who was gonna pay - NPO said that all he had was 20's and TLR said he only had his debit card - but after settling that, they called in their order to the local place. Knowing they were gonna be hungry an hour later, they decided to order extra. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc1-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree to not fight each other, even over the last egg roll. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc2-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree to always work together calmly to solve their issues, even if the other's food looks better than what they got. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc3-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree to share any information that the other might find of use or importance, especially if it's something like the last time NPO ate the pork fried rice he got really sick after. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc4-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree that a direct attack on one is an attack on the other and can respond accordingly; in the case of an attack due to other treaty obligations, this defensive clause is optional. If the Chinese place shorts one of their orders... there will be hell to pay. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc5-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree to notify the other for any aggressive action they plan to undertake within 24 hours and can ask for the other to assist - beating up other people to take their money lets us have more Chinese food. [center][img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/btlc6-1.png[/img][/center] TLR and NPO agree that if they wish to cancel this treaty they must provide notice in private seven days in advance and in that time they won't steal each other's food. [img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/ForREM-1.png[/img] [b]Rush Sykes[/b], Triumvir [b]Mandellav[/b], Triumvir [b]AirMe[/b], Triumvir [b]Voodoo Nova[/b], Minister of Foreign Affairs [b]stealthypenguin93[/b], Minister of Defense [b]Don Pedro[/b], Minister of Internal Affairs [b]The Corrupt Teacher[/b], Minister of Economics [b]Cameronious[/b], Senator [b]Stefano Palmieri[/b], Senator [b]Jgoods45[/b], Senator [b]Kestral[/b], Senator [b]Kamichi[/b], Senator [img]http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j428/NPOtags/Treaties/ForNPO-1.png[/img] [i][b]Brehon[/b], Emperor of the New Pacific Order Sword of the Order [b]bakamitai[/b], Imperial Regent of the New Pacific Order [b]Farrin Xies[/b], Imperial Officer of Foreign Affairs of the New Pacific Order Purveyor of an FA Direction[/i] [/quote]

This can only end poorly.

As honorable as you are, STA, I'm glad to see you also be intelligent. Good move, and I know one that was difficult.

I feel like I should send flowers to go along with all these condolences being offered.