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Vienna Summit; Creation of a new alliance
Topic Started: Jul 6 2011, 09:58 PM (2,582 Views)
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"I suppose the most simple way to go about this is to make a section for each proposal set fourth and agreed up. Colonel Almathea, if you'd kindly reiterate the proposals to get us all on the same page."

Emperor Julii's aid stepped forward and cleared her throat.

"A relaxing to trade agreements was proposed. To go about this the idea was presented to eliminate most trade restrictions but leaving protections in place for vital national industries, as well as, for the time being, allowing members the space to create trade policies they would be comfortable with. In addition members would remain free to make trade agreements with non-members. There was some resistance to proposed free trade policies and maintaining protections for vital industries, was a compromise between free trade and fair trade.

A proposal for joint training exercises were set forth as well as a reiteration to keep our military commands separate and independent, with the purpose of the joint training exercises being for each of our troops to familiarize with each other and to grow accustomed to operating with each other. There was little resistance to this proposal.

There was also a proposal made to relax visa requirements and for a foreign exchange student program. A visa was proposed for workers abroad to bring their families with them as well. It was also proposed that travel visas not be altogeather discarded, as to conduct background checks on travelers to prevent criminals from fleeing to other members. His Majesty Emperor Julii suggested having students apply for sponsorship in their respective governments to study abroad and have their government subsidize their basic educational expenses such as tuition while studying abroad.

Regarding further meetings, there was a proposal to meet bi monthly as well as arrangements for more informal meetings. Furthermore there was a proposal to make Vienna the main city of this alliance, and also for formal meetings to rotate amongst member states. There was also a proposal for branch offices in each capital.

It was stated that members of the alliance should never go to war with each other, to this end it was set fourth that a place on meeting agendas would always be reserved to air and address any grievances members may have with one another.

As for admittance of new members, the proposal set fourth included being put to a vote, and requiring 2/3 approval for admittance of new members.

I believe that accurately describes and encompasses all that has been discuses thus far." Almathea said. She gave a short bow and took a step back.
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King Dizhwar had been jotting notes on the pad of paper lying before him. He put down his pen, and clicked on the microphone.

"I believe we should go article by article - as for the first, and second, I propose a language of this sort:

Article I

The Vienna Alliance is composed of the Sovereign Monarchies of Baradoz who have signed this Charter.

Any state led by a Monarch has the right to become a member of the Vienna Alliance. If it desires to do so, it shall submit a request to the Overseer of the Alliance, who will upon recognition of its legitimacy, submit the request at the next meeting of the Alliance to all members in attendance. A 2/3 vote in favor will grant that state's entry. If a 2/3 vote is not reached, the reason(s) for failure will be conveyed to the applicant, and reapplication may take place once those conditions are met.

Article II

The purpose of the Vienna Alliance is to strengthen relations between the member-states, by coordinating their policies to achieve effective cooperation between them, and to safeguard their independence and sovereignty, through means of joint-military exercises, economic ventures, open discussions - especially of complaints and or grievances, and a lessening of travel restrictions, all of which will be described in more detail in the following Articles."

King Dizhwar took a second to collect his thoughts.

"That's all I've jotted down so far. I guess it's a good point to see what everyone thinks, and if anyone disagrees, or wants to make any changes, you are more than welcome to."



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King Jason mulled over the proposal made King Dizhwar. He could find nothing wrong with it. He switched on his mike and gave his opinion.
"I see nothing wrong with the first two articles. They have my approval.''
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Kind Edward spoke.

"I, too, agree with the first two articles."
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"We see no problems with it. However We just had a thought, after everything is formalized, later on down the road if any alterations are to be made, or new provisions are added how should we go about doing that? We propose holding a discussion during one of the annual meetings and putting the matter to a vote, with 2/3 in favor of needed to pass."
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King Jason thought over Emperor Julii's proposal and turned on his microphone.
"I agree with your idea of holding a discussion during one of the annual meetings but as far as vote is concerned I would prefer simple majority.'' King Jason awaited the response of his fellow monarchs.
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Queen Cleopatra and Pharaoh Mark Anthony looked over King Dizwhar's proposals and spoke softly amongst themselves. They came to agreement and neither of them saw any faults in King Dizwhar or Emperor Julii's proposal for the charter.
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The Grand duke agreed with the proposals so far made by both King Dizhwar and Emperor Julii.
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After mulling it over King Jason revised his statement.
"After thinking it over the proposal by Emperor Julii is very good and I agree with it.''
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Emperor Julii had been writing something down for the past few minutes. He handed several pages to Almathea and instructed her to use the projection screen in the conference room so that everyone could read and consider what was written.

"Here is Our proposal for the following articles."

Article III: Visas
(1) Travel Visas
---(A) Travel visas between member states shall be reduced in price by 20% from their current prices.
---(B) Travel visas shall be valid for 2 weeks before renewal;
------(a) Renewal can be done online though a citizen's government website, which each government shall set up.
------(b) Renewal can be done in person at their nation's embassy or consulate.
---(C) Travel Visas cannot be denied without good cause.

(2) Student Visas
---(A) A student visa shall be valid of the length of the student's education. After their education is complete the student may apply to convert the Student Visa to a Residency Visa, and be allowed to stay in the host nation for the duration of the process.
---(B) A Student's tuition and cost of education materials such as books shall be subsidized by their home nation.

(3) Residency Visa
---(A) Citizens of member nations may file for residency in another nation.
---(B) Granting of the Residency Visa shall be at the discretion of the nation which the citizen wishes to emigrate to. If denied a citizen has the right to an appeal.
---(C) Residency Visas shall be valid indefinitely.
---(D) Residency Visas shall apply only to a citizen's immediate family, extension to extended family remains at the discretion of the nation which they wish to emigrate to.

Article IV: Military cooperation

(1) Joint military exercises for all branches shall be held annually.
(2) Command of military forces shall remain with their respective nations, unless delegated otherwise.
(3) If any member is attacked by and outside nation, other members shall provide military, economic, or humanitarian assistance to the beleaguered nations. However this obligation does not arise is the member nation is the aggressor.
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