Confederation of Arctic Nations

[Californian]

The representatives would be led into a conference hall where all the CAN delegations from member and observer states had already gathered. Simon Eyvindsson, senior diplomat to the CAN from Greenland, stood up and greeted the men, welcoming them to the headquarters.

"Greetings. It's good to finally meet you all in person, we've been receiving reports about a possible independence movement in the CAN protectorate. We take these matters seriously in order to respect the will of the people, as well as ensure stable, effective governments can be formed inside of the protectorate.

Please tell me about the current movement, what you hope to achieve, and how you envision the possible new nation would be run."

[Lestari]

"The independence movement, as you are most likely all well aware, has been ongoing in the CAN protectorate for several years now," Halford spoke, addressing the CAN representatives after dealing with the pleasantries. "The last referendum conducted on the issue of the territory's sovereignty, as overseen by local authorities and the CAN administration of the protectorate itself, showed that an overwhelming 94% of the population marked to be residents of the territories in question supported at the very least separation from the CAN in favour of self-determination and independence, with various different branches in opinion concerning decisions to follow. 68 per cent of those who voted in favour of independence also stated that they wished for a provisional government consisting of the leaders of the independence movement to lead and guide the newly independent nation until proper institutions and infrastructure were in place to support proper elections for government."

"As for what we wish to achieve," Kilmister spoke on. "That in itself, leading the nation to a point at which it is able to hold free elections, is our first goal, as this will secure a stable government whose decisions in the coming years will be supported by the people."

[Californian]

What form of government do you envision this nation having, and how do you feel relations between this nation and CAN would develop?

[Lestari]

"As per the wishes of the people, we intend to institute a parliamentary republic system. As for relations with CAN, I cannot imagine any reason relations between our nation and CAN would be anything but cordial and friendly."

[Sargun II]

Ireland wishes to apply for observer status.

[JEDCJT]

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"As per the wishes of the people, we intend to institute a parliamentary republic system. As for relations with CAN, I cannot imagine any reason relations between our nation and CAN would be anything but cordial and friendly."
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The Noverian representative spoke up. "You have our support in your bid for independence."


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Ireland wishes to apply for observer status.
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"Noveria supports Ireland's application for observer status."

[Californian]

[b]PUBLIC[/b]

Simon Eyvindsson sat back down after he had finished questioning the representatives. "Thank you, all of my questions have been answered. If any other members have any lingering questions now would be the time to ask. Otherwise, we will vote on your request."

[b]PRIVATE[/b]

[b]Resolution II. Grant Independence to Selected Region of CAN Protectorate[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven, Manitoba, Quebec
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote:

Resolution must receive MAJORITY approval to pass.

[b]Resolution III. Admission of Ireland as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Quebec
Nay: Manitoba
Abstain:
To Vote: Blue Heaven

Resolution must receive UNANIMOUS approval to pass.

Edited August 12, 2011 by Californian

[kitex]

"Blue Heaven votes yes to give the CAN protectorate independence."

[Stefano Palmieri]

On Res. II we vote aye, and on Res III we vote nay. We don't believe Ireland qualifies as an Arctic nation.

[Sargun II]

[quote name='Stefano Palmieri' timestamp='1312562129' post='2772676']
On Res. II we vote aye, and on Res III we vote nay. We don't believe Ireland qualifies as an Arctic nation.
[/quote]

Ireland wishes to know why someone in the exact same geographic position as Manitoba doesn't qualify as an Arctic nation. Respectfully, of course.

[New Frontier]

Quebec votes aye to both resolutions.

[Californian]

Resolution II, the granting of independence to the select region of the CAN protectorate, has passed with unanimous approval from the CAN member nations. The Chairman of the Security Council will begin immediate withdrawal of peacekeepers from the region as you assume governance over the people in that region.

The Confederation of Arctic Nations looks forward to working with your nation and will provide any assistance that you require to maintain a fully functioning government for the welfare of the people. You are, of course, welcome to apply for observership or membership in the CAN if you so choose.

Resolution III, elevating Ireland to observer, is still being discussed and no final agreement has yet been reached.

Edited August 12, 2011 by Californian

[Aggressivenutmeg]

Norway would like to apply for membership to the confederation.

Edited August 12, 2011 by Aggressivenutmeg

[Californian]

[b]PRIVATE[/b]

[b]Resolution IV. Admission of Norway as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote: Blue Heaven, Quebec, Manitoba

Notice to CAN Members & Observers:

For more efficient and streamlined governance and oversight the CAN protectorate has been divided into three separate regions. Instead of having a force dedicated to protecting various islands over a span of thousands of kilometers, the new regions will allow for a more effective CAN peacekeeping operation inside the protectorate. To be clear, these areas will remain part of the greater CAN protectorate however they have been broken into these administrative regions.

[img]http://i.imgur.com/r9wnm.jpg[/img]

Yellow: Northern Territories
Green: Cyneriice Northan
Purple: Greater Ellesmere

Edited August 15, 2011 by Californian

[JEDCJT]

"[b]Noveria[/b] votes yea.

And we approve of this, and troops, aircrafts, and assets of the Noverian Peacekeeping Force (NPF) will be relocated to the Northern Territories, and a token force will be maintained in Cyrenice Northan."

[Justinian the Mighty]

The Slavorussian Empire, with the blessings of His Majesty as well as the Prime Minister and the Parliament, wishes to apply for observer status in the Confederation of Arctic Nations.

[Californian]

[b]PRIVATE[/b]

[b]Resolution III. Admission of Ireland as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Quebec, Blue Heaven
Nay: Manitoba
Abstain:
To Vote:

[b]Resolution IV. Admission of Norway as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote: Quebec, Manitoba

[b]Resolution V. Admission of the Slavorussian Empire as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote: Quebec, Manitoba

Resolutions must receive UNANIMOUS approval to pass.

Edited August 19, 2011 by Californian

[JEDCJT]

"Noveria votes Yea to Resolution V."

[kitex]

"Blue Heaven votes yes on all resolutions."

[Californian]

[b]PUBLIC[/b]

The Resolution to make Ireland an observer has failed, and in addition to the recent instabilities in that region Ireland is not an observer in the CAN.

The Republic of Newfoundland has been automatically elevated to the status of a full member of the Confederation of Arctic Nations, with all the benefits and obligations given by such a designation. Newfoundland may now vote on CAN resolutions and contribute members to the CAN peacekeeping force in the CAN protectorate.

[b]PRIVATE[/b]

Greenland would like to propose the addition of the following paragraph to Article V of the CAN Charter:

[quote]
All votes must be received in the General Assembly in a timely fashion. Member nations have four (4) days to submit their vote once a resolution has been proposed. If a vote is not received within that time period, that nation's vote will not be considered.
[/quote]

[b]Resolution IV. Admission of Norway as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven, Quebec
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote: Manitoba

[b]Resolution V. Admission of the Slavorussian Empire as an Observer State[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven, Quebec
Nay:
Abstain:
To Vote: Manitoba

Resolutions must receive UNANIMOUS approval to pass.

[b]Resolution VI. Amendment of Article V. of CAN Charter[/b]
Yea: Greenland, Noveria, Blue Heaven, Newfoundland
Nay: Quebec
Abstain:
To Vote: Manitoba

Resolution must receive THREE-QUARTERS approval [5/6] to pass.

Edited August 27, 2011 by Californian

[JEDCJT]

"Noveria votes yea on Resolution VI."

[New Frontier]

Quebec votes Yay, yay and nay.

[kitex]

Blue Heaven votes yes on Resolution VI.

[Zoot Zoot]

[b]Private to CAN members.[/b]

The USRS is curious as to how joining the CAN would benefit the nation economically and militarily.

[Shadow hawk]

"Firstly and mostly, The Republic of Newfoundland is glade that we are now officially a member. As for Resolution VI., Newfoundland shall vote Yay."