Knowz Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 [color="#696969"][i]OOC: Closed to myself and graniteknight; everything in this is private and classified unless it is an obvious public declaration. [/i] [/color] [quote][u]Message to the Government of the Socialist People's Republic of Australia:[/u] To Field Marshall John C. Flemming, As discussed between our foreign ministers previously and as requested by you, it is my pleasure to invite you to New Zealand for a state visit. Please feel free to come to Wellington at your leisure. We do however inform you that due to the [url="http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?showtopic=107964&view=findpost&p=2918982"]resignation of my predecessor[/url] just a short while back and of our hosting of an [url="http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?showtopic=109083"]intercontinental congress of states[/url], our government is quite outstretched at the moment - but we are nonetheless able to host a state visit by you. I hope our deliberations will be of great benefit to both of our nations. -From Helen Mateparae, President of the Commonwealth of New Zealand[/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 OOC: I shall just post my arrival- Flemming took off from Australia in his private plane and flew directly to Wellington. In the plane would be Flemming himself and an honour guard of troops for his protection. Disembarking from his plane he waited on the runway for an official state limousine or other form of transport to take him to the meetings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 Flemming was then driven to the residence of the President of New Zealand, Helen Mateparae, where he was accorded a ceremonial welcome complete with an honour guard, troop review, flag raising ceremony, and a 21 gun salute. "Welcome to New Zealand Mr. Flemming" - President Mateparae Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 13, 2012 Report Share Posted February 13, 2012 "Your country is very beautiful, on behalf of the People of Australia I extend many compliments and well wishes." Field Marshall Flemming said with a broad grin. Pulling out his cherished pipe that he got as a young lad in the 1930s He asked "Do you terribly mind if I light my pipe and smoke as we discuss matters of State? I always find a nice smoke helps clear the mind." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 (edited) "Thank you, we have always looked upon Australia as a sister nation and bonds between our two countries have been historically always strong" replied President Mateparae with a smile, continuing "I do not think there is time for us to continue this meeting for much long however, as you are due to meet the Prime Minister for the main discussions." Indeed, a few minutes later an aide informed the President and Field Marshall Flemming that it was now time for the meeting with the PM. Flemming was escorted to a state limousine and driven to Wellington's Premier House, where the Prime Minister awaited him: "Ah, welcome Field Marshall" said Prime Minister Arthur Cook (Progressive Liberal party), shaking Flemming by both hands "I hope you have been finding things pleasant here mate?". "Both of our governments have much in common - although perhaps one difference is that we are a democracy - we both do share socially progressive values it would appear, by your enactment of a marriage equality act in Australia recently - indeed we plan to do the same soon." Deputy Prime Minister James Clark (Socialist party) also welcomed Flemming: "Ah here's someone with much in common with our party, welcome to Premier House Mr. Flemming". Later a traditional haka was performed for Flemming, after which the Prime Minister and others in the NZ Cabinet sat down with Flemming for the main talks. Edited February 14, 2012 by Knowz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 (edited) OOC: Just so you know hehe, I am an All Blacks fan... Also you just RP'd my citizens there. Please change that- IC: Being whisked from the President's office, Flemming barely had time to light his pipe. Nodding his greetings to the Prime Minister and the Deputy, Flemming sat and finally lit his pipe. Puffing on it a few times, he commented politely on the various artefacts in the office before getting down to business. "Australia has a plan for the defence of Oceania, We wish to share it with you." Flemming asked as he shuffled papers about his briefcase. He had some startling news to impart to the Kiwis and he hoped that it would be a successful venture. Edited February 14, 2012 by graniteknight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 "And what would that be?" asked the PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 "We seek an alliance with your nation and private considerations in political organizations to which you participate, and in exchange, Australia would give to New Zealand the South Torres Strait Islands which would provide bases for New Zealand to operate with their Australian allies." OOC: Island Chain B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 (edited) "Yes, we would be agreeable to the following treaty" replied the Prime Minister, "if you would submit to us your signature": [quote][size="5"][font="Arial Black"][u][b][center]The Trans-Tasman Treaty[/center][/b][/u][/font][/size] [i][center]Done in the City of Wellington, New Zealand - 16th February 2012 (NZ time)[/center][/i] [u]Section I: Non-Agression[/u] Both signatories recognize the sovereignty of their counter-signatory and pledge strict non-interference in the affairs of the other. Both signatories pledge abstinence from any and all forms of aggression and interference which would be directed at the other. [u]Section II: Free Trade & Rights of Passage[/u] 1) Both signatories agrees to a bilateral policy of free trade and economic cooperation. Pursuant to this objective, both agree to abolish all tariffs and trade restrictions levied against their counter-signatory. 2) Both signatories grants general free right of passage to all civilian and military marine vessels and air traffic belonging to their counter-signatory. Special exception may be made for declared exclusion zones which are closed to all forms of alien traffic. Such zones must not obstruct or frustrate access to critical international trade routes and the counter-signatory must be given 47 hours prior notification before such zones apply to their vessels and aircraft. [u]Section III: Optional Assistance[/u] Both signatories reserve the right to offer voluntary military and/or economic assistance to one another should the need arise and a request by the counter-signatory is made. While providing assistance is not required, it is highly encouraged. [u]Section IV: The South Torres Strait Islands[/u] The government of the Socialist People's Republic of Australia releases the South Torres Strait Islands - as marked in the map below - to the protection of New Zealand. This section is permanent and not voidable. [img]http://i1065.photobucket.com/albums/u392/knowz1/TSIproposal2.png[/img] [u]Section V: Withdrawl[/u] i) Either signatory may opt to withdraw from this pact (except for Section IV, which is irrevocable) at any time by notifying the counter-signatory. Upon notification the pact will remain in effect for a period no less than 47 hours. ii) In the event that a signatory violates sections I, or II, this pact (again, excluding Section IV) may be immediately voided by the offended party. [b]For the Socialist People's Republic of Australia:[/b] [...] [b]For the Commonwealth of New Zealand:[/b] [i]Elizabeth Victoria, Minister for Foreign Affairs of New Zealand[/i] [/quote] Edited February 16, 2012 by Knowz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 15, 2012 Report Share Posted February 15, 2012 (edited) OOC: Edit. Deleted Edited February 16, 2012 by graniteknight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2012 (edited) OOC: Deleted Edited February 16, 2012 by Knowz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 17, 2012 Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 Field Marshall John C. Flemming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) "And with the submission of your signature, we have successfully concluded our main deliberations" said Prime Minister Cook. Edited February 17, 2012 by Knowz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 [quote][size="5"][font="Arial Black"][u][b][center]The Trans-Tasman Treaty[/center][/b][/u][/font][/size] [i][center]Done in the City of Wellington, New Zealand - 17th February 2012 (NZ time)[/center][/i] [u]Section I: Non-Agression[/u] Both signatories recognize the sovereignty of their counter-signatory and pledge strict non-interference in the affairs of the other. Both signatories pledge abstinence from any and all forms of aggression and interference which would be directed at the other. [u]Section II: Free Trade & Rights of Passage[/u] 1) Both signatories agrees to a bilateral policy of free trade and economic cooperation. Pursuant to this objective, both agree to abolish all tariffs and trade restrictions levied against their counter-signatory. 2) Both signatories grants general free right of passage to all civilian and military marine vessels and air traffic belonging to their counter-signatory. Special exception may be made for declared exclusion zones which are closed to all forms of alien traffic. Such zones must not obstruct or frustrate access to critical international trade routes and the counter-signatory must be given 47 hours prior notification before such zones apply to their vessels and aircraft. [u]Section III: Optional Assistance[/u] Both signatories reserve the right to offer voluntary military and/or economic assistance to one another should the need arise and a request by the counter-signatory is made. While providing assistance is not required, it is highly encouraged. [u]Section IV: The South Torres Strait Islands[/u] The government of the Socialist People's Republic of Australia releases the South Torres Strait Islands - as marked in the map below - to the protection of New Zealand. This section is permanent and not voidable. [img]http://i1065.photobucket.com/albums/u392/knowz1/TSIproposal2.png[/img] [u]Section V: Withdrawl[/u] i) Either signatory may opt to withdraw from this pact (except for Section IV, which is irrevocable) at any time by notifying the counter-signatory. Upon notification the pact will remain in effect for a period no less than 47 hours. ii) In the event that a signatory violates sections I, or II, this pact (again, excluding Section IV) may be immediately voided by the offended party. [b]For the Socialist People's Republic of Australia:[/b] [i]Field Marshall John C. Flemming[/i] [b]For the Commonwealth of New Zealand:[/b] [i]Elizabeth Victoria, Minister for Foreign Affairs of New Zealand[/i] [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 "Now I believe it is time for us make a trip to the Parliament and Cabinet offices where you will be introduced to several Ministers and MPs" continued Prime Minister Cook, speaking to Flemming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 17, 2012 Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 "That would be a delightful trip... Let me grab my coat and hat and we can be off" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 (edited) Flemming was driven in a state limousine to Parliament House, right next to which is the 'Beehive', where the Cabinet offices are located. MPs and Ministers met Flemming from various parties as the Prime Minister introduced them. Edited February 17, 2012 by Knowz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 17, 2012 Report Share Posted February 17, 2012 Do you believe Mr. Clark that we have time to discuss something further? Mayhap over a late dinner and an operatic performance? I would love to see the Arts of New Zealand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2012 Deputy Prime Minister Clark (Socialist Party) replied after the end of the official meeting at Parliament House: "Sure, why not? May I suggest the White House restaurant in Oriental Bay for dinner following a show at the St. James Theatre and Opera House". The Deputy Prime Minister had a state limousine brought up near Parliament House and Mr. Flemming was escorted to the limousine, whereupon it drove to the destinations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 18, 2012 Report Share Posted February 18, 2012 (edited) Mr. Clark, I offer you a gift that I had brought with me from Australia. I offer you this bottle of wine as a final bit of cement towards our growing relations. I wish to discuss with you the goals of our parties in the future, as well as the possibility for military exercises in order to train both of our Militaries better. What say you? Edited February 19, 2012 by graniteknight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2012 OOC: Sure you meant Cook, as in the PM? IC: "Thank you, and yes and that would be acceptable, although at this time, New Zealand military policy forbids standing armies." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 19, 2012 Report Share Posted February 19, 2012 OOC: Whoops, edited IC: Would it be possible to raise a volunteer force then? Otherwise, when would you like to set up the games? OOC Also: I love your choice of President for the International Congress- He has Australia's full support Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2012 IC: "A volunteer force is currently available actually - this was set up on the orders of the Intercontinental Congress for deployment when required for peacekeeping - we would be able draw a moderate number from those armies - up to perhaps 500 to 1000 for participation in the war games if you would like." replied Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand, Mr. Clark. OOC: Well then we could arrange a meeting in the Intercontinental Congress for Flemming and/or other Aussie officials if you'd like. But not right now though, they're all quite busy right now obviously. I expect the formal declaration of union will be very soon though (at which point the Congress will have finished their main task)... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted February 19, 2012 Report Share Posted February 19, 2012 Australia was expecting to employ upwards to all of its forces for these war games, or at the least one corps of 142,104 men. IF necessary, Australia could lend troops to New Zealand for these games, so that they could "play" for the other side. What do you think? OOC: had an idea while I typed this, what would you say to a Big Brother-Little Brother type deal between us where I protect you from outside invaders just to keep you safe? No loss of sovereignty on your part, just extra protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knowz Posted February 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2012 "Ah, large scale war games - indeed any of your proposals are acceptable to us - if you would like to organize the war games, I will make the official proposals to the Prime Minister and Defence Minister" replied Deputy Prime Minister Clark, continuing: "Although I believe that they would be too busy today, most of the cabinet, including the Prime Minister, left for Auckland today on an invitation from the Intercontinental Congress - they're planning something big today! I'm the most senior NZ government official left in Wellington at the moment". OOC: I believe the treaty does provide for that under Section III? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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