TREATY SEES FLEET TAKE TO SEA 
Following the majority of nations attending an anti-piracy conference in Eskdale reaching an agreement on measures to protect commercial shipping. Queen Diane was the first to sign the agreement that will see several nations co-operate to stop organised piracy. The treaty will see the creation of a recognised route through the Krimeon region, a route that is currently being called the "Rainbow Route" which will be patrolled by participating nations navies. The treaty will also put in place a series of officer exchanges, a task force to deal with piracy home bases and also establishes a fund to try and tackle poverty. Explaining the contents of the treaty the Queen said. "The treaty is a sign of co-operation between the nations of the Krimeon. We have today put in place a system that will give the world confidence in passing through our regions waters. In addition we are giving people of all nations within the Krimeon region a chance to take advantage of investment loans that can hopefully allow their enterprises to flourish. It is my intention that we can end piracy without firing a shot by showing people they have other ways of living that are going to be less hazardous to their health." Almost immediately after the Queen and her guests had signed the treaty ships began departing home ports across the nations coasts in order to begin patrols. Among them was HMS Holme, a nuclear submarine, which is being assigned to a pool of vessels available for assignment by other nations in the treaty. While it is not yet understood if the vessel will be utilised by treaty partners the ship is part of a six vessel contingent assigned for this role.
The Queen however did go on to say that she suspects the Treaty goes beyond what is actually needed. "The talks were started after reports of Rokkenjiman naval forces intercepting a pirate vessel and taking it to Lakhzovia. We invited the Lakhzovian President to talks but they failed to attend. As of now there has been only this single vessel undertaking piracy and it is clear Lakhzovia can not be too concerned if they have ignored regional co-operation. We though are now in a position where the problem will never have a chance to get a foothold."
The Queen also indicated that she will be contacting members of MICA in the coming day about other piracy issues. "We are now committed to three oceans, it will mean some rejuggling of assets but it is a series of operations well within our capabilities. The approach we have now outlined in the Krimeon is very similar to that adopted by MICA and we have seen how that has worked superbly. I'm equally as hopeful for this."
