An Encrypted Message To The SICR

[Beatrice]

Emperor-Admiral Jingduming von Nanjing;

I would first wish to take a moment to apologize for any sensibilities I may have offended through Clysperi support for Sinsu in OPEN, as well as my dismissal of the SICR as a member. The later wasn't for anything Clysperis holds against the SICR, but the protection of non-artificial petroleum products in the global market. Furthermore, my support for Sinsu beyond their OPEN membership, has been heavily curtailed due to their warm and friendly relations with a power we both, rightly, view as a threat to global peace and stability: the First Empire of Rokkenjima.

It's been pleasing and reassuring to see the SICR remain steadfast against the overtures of the First Empire, and you are wise not to trust them. One only need to look to the sanctions they've imposed upon Clysperis and Tamora for recognizing the Theocracy of Kaitaine, as well as the label of "state sponsors of terrorism" for recognizing the plight of the Theocracy against the Bastards of Stalin. Of course, the SICR as well knows first-hand the lengths which the First Empire will go in inserting itself into the sovereign rights of a nation to conduct business and foreign policy under its own terms, the chains of which remain upon the SICR to some extent thanks to the efforts of the Ardian Assembly.

As you may know I have been outspoken against the corrosive influence of certain nations, such as the First Empire, and their web of treaties and international standards against the sovereignty of nations. If you are a man who shares my concerns as I believe you are, we may have an opportunity to work together to ensure that the era of nations handing their sovereignty over to the privileged few is brought to a close. Clysperis and Tamora on one side of the world, the SICR on the other, both united in vision and purpose could become a force which these few nations would find more than a handful to contend with. It will take time, effort and courage but the more nations we have working toward a future which sees power less concentrated will bring the date of that realization much closer.

Your New Derusmian allies supporting the rebels in our lands are horribly misinformed, misguided and at the end of the day, further the cause of Rokkenjima in supporting them. I can only hope their support is not reflective of the SICR's position, and would simply request that should New Derusmia put forth a proposal for SANE to involve itself in this conflict such a move would be cautioned against as unwise and, ultimately, smothered before it could be implemented. The rebels could serve no use to New Derusmia nor SANE if they were to win. My Kingdom, however, offers a path to a future which would see all of our nations benefit from a more level playing field and a new international order which preserves the sovereignty of our nations from the overreach of the imperialists.

I would wish to speak with you, or a representative of your government should you be unable to speak with me personally, to establish a mutually beneficial relationship between our nations and peoples. I shall be looking forward to your reply.

Akasha Di-‘nh-mi-Re, Sovereign of Sovereigns, Divine of Appearance, Beloved of Amun, Chosen of Ra, Lord of the Three Lands, Ruler of Justice like Ra, High Priest of Every Temple, the Eye of Horus, Satisfied is the heart of Ra.

[Admiral Taiwanpenguin]

Pharaoh Akasha Di-‘nh-mi-Re,

I find your message quite intriguing. Allow me to first say that as one would expect, coming from a dragonaii, I am skeptical, if not concerned. Secondly, consider Royal Clysperis free of spite from the SICR at least in official economic channels, for we have put the hatchet underfoot with Sinsu. Your concern for our plight is noted.

While you have your position against the First Empire is on a similar level as the SICR, the terms of recent, notably your declaration against the Socialist Republic of New Derusmia. If we were to engage in such a discussion, I highly advise that the treatment of New Derusmians be acting in assistance to the Confederacy be reconsidered.

Nevertheless, you have my interest. I am unable to go myself, as I am currently occupied by domestic problems, but I shall dispatch my Foreign-Relations Minister to attend in my tenure.

Most Sincerely,

Emperor-Admiral Jinduming von Nanjing of the Ming-Brandenburg Throne

[Beatrice]

Emperor-Admiral Jingduming von Nanjing;

I am pleased by your response and shall welcome your Foreign Relations Minister in your stead.

Unfortunately I am incapable of agreeing to amending the position on the Kingdom concerning foreigners, should they be New Derusmian or not, who are found within our sovereign borders aiding the rebels. Imagine a scenario in which a separatist movement within your borders were killing your People, and you found within your borders Rokkenjimans who were there to aid them. Would you think twice about treating enemy combatants and prisoners of war as you would any other under your laws? The rebels lack any legitimacy and have committed several crimes against the Peoples of the lands they hold. The blood of my People which has been spilled demands that I treat any who would aid them for the enemies of the Clysperi Kingdom and People that they are.

I do look forward to discussing these, and other, issues with your Minister.

Akasha Di-‘nh-mi-Re, Sovereign of Sovereigns, Divine of Appearance, Beloved of Amun, Chosen of Ra, Lord of the Three Lands, Ruler of Justice like Ra, High Priest of Every Temple, the Eye of Horus, Satisfied is the heart of Ra.
With the flight being relayed and cleared with respects to the no-fly zone Pharaoh Akasha was on hand to personally welcome the Minister to Clysperis. As soon as they descended the stairs of the aircraft she motioned for them to follow her to an awaiting vehicle, which transported them to Khemnen Palace. The ride was quiet as Akasha allowed them to take in the sights and ancient splendor of the Kingdom. Once at the Palace, however, she engaged with more vigor.

"Mininister Jia-Weiyi, today I wish to discuss a variety of topics with your Government. Many of these focus upon the world as we know it today, a world order established by the internationalists and those within their orbit, and just how it derives its authority through a web of treaties and precedents or, as the Rokkenjimans often term the principles of their construct, 'international laws and norms.' This is a system which harms the interest of all nations, but especially those who strive for a maintenance of their sovereignty and the right to conduct their affairs with respect to their traditions and cultures, not those set forth by a handful of nations. To be certain these constructs aren't permanent, and the only reason they seem so today is the number of nations who perpetuate it, whether they realize their actions do or not. I see the SICR as a potential partner in giving birth to a new order, but it will depend on whether or not we can get beyond this present period."

"Perhaps you can understand my disappointment in your New Derusmian allies supporting the rebels presently terrorizing the Southern Lands," she continued, "In recent times my Kingdom has spoken out strongly against all these elements which are toxic to nations maintaining their sovereignty, it is not lost upon me that mantle has painted a target upon my back. Nekhtou sees subservience to the Rokkenjiman view of the world as a means to ensure his success and survival, removing a loud and critical voice from the international stage which isn't afraid to speak against the privileged few. Your allies, in seeking to destabilize the Kingdom, will ultimately serve the interests of Rokkenjima and the internationalists, without truly knowing why they fight or what business they have intervening in the sovereign affairs of the Kingdom."

"I shall wait," she paused, "the matters before us are complicated and concern many tangents and I feel you should have an opportunity to weigh in at this moment. While I hope that when we part ways it shall be under a new friendship, it awaits to be seen whether that outcome will be realized. What are your thoughts, then, Minister?"