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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #90 on: January 11, 2022, 06:25:47 PM »
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For Immediate Release
January 11, 2022

Statement on Clysperi Abolition

The abolition of slavery and other forms of forced servitude in Clysperis is seen as a welcome development by the First Empire. As I have said before slavery is incompatible with human dignity and has no place whatsoever in the 21st century. I am also aware that, in a region dominated by powers who support the continued existence of slavery and often view the opinions of women as holding less weight than those of men, that Pharaoh Akasha is opening herself, and her Kingdom, to criticism and ostracization from the major powers in Midaranye. While there remains much work to be done in Clysperis I applaud the braveness shown by the Pharaoh as well as her trademark boldness in standing up and not allowing her voice to be silenced.

In response to these moves by the Kingdom of Clysperis the First Empire is removing the Amended Sanctions imposed upon the Kingdom in addition to removing personal sanctions against Pharaoh Seti Di-'nh-mi-Re (named as 'Prince Naser Safavid' in Rokkenjiman sanctions upon the Tamoran Empire), and allowing Rokkenjiman businesses to take advantage of the economic initiatives we've seen centred around Setri. Furthermore, Rokkenjima shall welcome the restoration of normalized diplomatic relations with the Kingdom of Clysperis and shall be initiating an exchange of embassies in the coming weeks.

I commend Pharaoh Akasha Di-'nh-mi-Re for her nascent efforts in improving the lives of the Clysperi People and shall continually review developments within Clysperis.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #91 on: April 09, 2022, 05:54:43 AM »
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April 9, 2022

Announcing Sanctions Upon Royal Seleucid and Waddan

The plight of peoples across Mundus to live freely and outside of the binds of servitude continues despite the measures we've seen in the Kingdom of Clysperis. Today we see many people in Royal Seleucid who are bound by indentured servitude and, across Waddan, people who remain bound by slavery. This is a state of affairs which cannot be allowed to continue. Until each man, woman and child live a free life in the Emirate of Royal Seleucid and the Unified Tribes of Waddan the First Empire announces the following sanctions upon each state:

  • A ban on the export of military equipment or dual-use equipment.
  • A ban on the importation of goods or resources produced through slave labour or indentured servitude.
  • A ban on the importation of oil, natural gas, or rare earth minerals regardless of the means utilized in their extraction and transport.
  • A ban on Rokkenjiman firms and entities conducting business with firms and entities in Waddan and Royal Seleucid.
  • A freeze on any and all assets in Rokkenjima held by government officials, military leaders and public figures advocating for the institutions of servitude.
  • A ban on travel for leaders of Waddan and Royal Seleucid to Rokkenjiman territory, including Rishiri.
  • Individual sanctions upon the leadership of Waddan and Royal Seleucid.
  • A ban on Waddan and Royal Seleucid firms from utilizing any portion of the Rokkenjiman financial system.

There remains work to be done to remove forced servitude from our world, and despite the strives made there remains nations who openly attack the dignity of human life. We, as a community of nations, must take all measures to make that institution too costly to maintain.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #92 on: April 12, 2022, 08:29:50 AM »
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April 12, 2022

Recognition Of The Holy Kingdom Of Samantra As State Associated With Institutions Of Slavery And Servitude

Following a joint process involving the Imperial Council and the Imperial Diet the First Empire hereby announces the adoption of new policies in regards to the Holy Kingdom of Samantra. With the Samantran Secular and Spiritual Governments announcing the "Good Samaritan" initiative to enable Samantran and foreign companies "support to affected parties of the Rokkenjiman sanctions against Royal Seleucid and Waddan by paying for the costs of transitioning from Rokkenjiman goods and services to Samantran ones" the Holy Kingdom has, through its aid to Royal Seleucid and Waddan, become a "State Associated with Institutions of Slavery and Servitude" under Imperial law. This designation precludes Samantran businesses, financial institutions, governmental bodies and organizations from any manner of particcipation in the Rokkenjiman economy whilst also barring Rokkenjiman financial institutions, businesses and governmental entities from conducting any manner of business within the Samantran economy. Entities which take part in the "Good Samaritan" initiative will also face scrutiny of aiding and abetting slavery and servitude and may face the consequences associated with being an Entity Associated With the Institutions of Slavery and Servitude.

While the Imperial Diet previously overturned sanctions upon the Samantran economy by Empress Evanthe the most recent actions of the Holy Kingdom place it in a "club of nations who have thrown aside human dignity for the pursuit of profit. It is for these reasons which the Imperial Diet offers no objection in recognizing the Holy Kingdom of Samantra as a State Associated with the Institutions of Slavery and Servitude."

Specifically, the designation sets in place the following restrictions:

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Upon enactment of this Act, by and under the authority of Her Imperial Majesty Empress Evanthe, the First Empire henceforth recognizes the Holy Kingdom of Samantra as a state associated with the institutions of slavery and servitude and imposes the following restrictions upon the Holy Kingdom:

Section 1: Restrictions against military transactions with the Holy Kingdom

No Rokkenjiman firm shall provide financial, material, intelligence or technological support, nor shall they knowingly conduct a transaction with the Samantran Armed Forces. These restrictions shall include:

• Aircraft or aircraft parts, machinery, used by the Samantran Air Force
• Automotive equipment and services utilized by Samantran Land and Naval Forces
• Weapons or defense articles utilized by the Samantran Military
• Information which benefits the military apparatus of the Holy Kingdom of Samantra

Section 2: Restrictions upon the broader Samantran economy

• Imports and exports between the First Empire and the Holy Kingdom of Samantra are hereby prohibited until such a time the Holy Kingdom is no longer associated with the institutions of slavery or forced servitude in any form.
• Rokkenjiman financial institutions are hereby barred from engaging in any transactions with a Samantran business or institution of the Samantran Government.
• Rokkenjiman businesses, governmental bodies and organizations shall be precluded from conducting any manner business with the Samantran economy.
• Samantran businesses, financial institutions, governmental bodies and organizations shall be precluded from participation in the Rokkenjiman economy.

Section 3: Visa Restrictions

• Visa restrictions for Samantran leadership, governmental servants, military leadership and diplomatic personnel to travel to the First Empire.

Pyrena Castle calls upon its Cross-Straits partners to implement similar measures, stating that it will discuss with the Union measures to isolate the Samantran economy from participation in the the Cross-Straits economy. Upon further review, similar measures will be considered regarding other states which may fall under the designation as a state associated with the institution of slavery and servitude.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #93 on: June 13, 2022, 06:22:15 AM »
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June 13, 2022

Announcing Operation Midori Ryū

The Imperial Rokkenjiman Navy is hereby announcing preparations for Operation Poseidon which will encompass a multifaceted operation of the Imperial Rokkenjiman Navy to shadow the 2022 SANE Olympus exercises. Three Pods of the Imperial Rokkenjiman Submersible Fleet will be deployed to monitor the exercises with a secondary goal of testing their abilities to coordinate beyond the usual two Pod arrangement. Operation Poseidon will also feature the utilization of unmanned vehicles, both airborne and submersible, in monitoring the 2022 SANE Olympus exercises. Data from Operation Midori Ryū will then be utilized to further hone Rokkenjiman capabilities in monitoring a surface fleet, while simulations will be run purely in a software environment concerning a variety of contingencies which may inherently arise in Rokkenjiman and foreign fleets operating in relatively close contact.

Imperial High Command has left the possibility for allied nations to take part in Operation Midori Ryū, however, declined to comment on any such contributions to the Operation at this time.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #94 on: June 14, 2022, 01:19:23 AM »
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June 13, 2022

Re:Operation Midori Ryū

For those who have expressed concerns, the observation deployment will include two pods already positioned south of the Strait of Shaw, and will constitute a temporary redeployment on their part from other duties. We assure the concerned parties that the pods involved will be operating on a rotating basis, and will make their presence known to the units involved in the exercise, so as to prevent any possibility of potentially deadly misunderstanding.

The First Empire also welcomes a liaison from SANE to observe should they feel this statement does not satisfy their concerns. Rokkenjima maintains the spirit of friendship with the nations of SANE and makes this offer in that spirit of friendship.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #95 on: June 14, 2022, 06:00:01 PM »
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June 14, 2022

Re:Operation Midori Ryū

Imperial High Command is prepared to accommodate military liaisons from the Federal Republic of New Derusmia, the Second Imperial Chinese Republic and the Kingdom of Quintellia. These individuals will have access to information necessary to ensure the safety of our mutual assets and build further trust between the militaries of SANE and the First Empire. These relationships will be maintained in future situations which may see our militaries operating in close proximity, as well as providing a useful working relationship should, heaven forbid, a threat pose itself upon Ardia and our cooperation would work toward bringing that threat to a mutually beneficial resolution.

Due to the announcement of arrest warrants against more than twenty Rokkenjiman nationals, and a trial against the First Empire itself, Imperial High Command is incapable of allowing any Heyrans access to information regarding the First Empire and its operations, in any capacity. Our partners in SANE will be authorized to provide a summary of information approved by the mission commander that will ensure safe operations without passing information deemed inappropriate for Heyran authorities to have in their hands. We hope that this compromise is understood and acceptable by our SANE partners.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #96 on: June 15, 2022, 08:05:55 PM »
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June 15, 2022

Oceanographic Research Array

Having contacted the RBC personally following the release of a statement from DAMSTEC that when the IOAA released the information reported it was believed to be accurate at that time. The Royal Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indeed confirmed its interest in pursuing the project, while a meeting between the IOAA and its partners is to follow to lay the groundwork for the multinational project. Given that oceanographic studies do not generate nearly the amount of excitement as space launches the IOAA saw the opportunity to stir public interest as Rokkenjima invests heavily in underseas studies.

DAMSTEC may join representatives from the IOAA and the ROAA in the coming week. I have suggested to RBC editors that they double-verify with sources in the Empire of Daitō as an increased measure of due diligence.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #97 on: June 18, 2022, 03:18:55 PM »
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June 18, 2022

Withdrawal Of Rokkenjiman Embassy; Midori Ryū Update

Earlier today the Rokkenjiman Embassy in Nis was evacuated due to growing chatter indicating that the embassy was in imminent danger. Personnel, documents and sensitive equipment have been removed from the embassy and the Imperial Diplomatic Corps have confirmed the safe arrival of staff at JMF Cecelia. They will arrive in Rokkenjima by the beginning of next week.

Operation Midori Ryū is hereby being modified to focus primarily on the surveillance capabilities of ICON, and an undefined submersible presence which will be operating unmanned vehicles. Imperial High Command will reconsider extending the privilege of Liaisons to SANE member states when they have demonstrated that they have regained their facilities instead of falling prey to unnecessary fear mongering.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #98 on: June 19, 2022, 01:38:37 AM »
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June 18, 2022

Midori Ryū Update

Many of us will remember the days which saw quite public disagreements and divisions between the First Empire and the South Ardian New Electorate. While it was never the intent of Midori Ryū to be anything more than an operation of supervision, and one certainly not aimed at those states with which the First Empire holds treaty relations and obligations to. We saw the fruits of trust shown in the initial response from President Feish, with whom we worked in partnership to address any potential concerns which may have been held. While these concerns were satisfied between Rokkenjima and New Derusmia it is clear that they were not resolved in the eyes of the other members of SANE.

In respect to the measure of trust shown to Rokkenjima by New Derusmia, and to assuage the concerns brought to our attention by the remainder of SANE, I have personally ordered the cancellation of Midori Ryū. With that being stated I would also wish to extend a personal invitation to the Heads of State of SANE to the Enthronement of Crown Princess Asuna so we may have an opportunity to discuss ways in which we may continue to foster trust between our nations and open the doors to new avenues of cooperation and understanding between us. May our nations continue to know peace and may we all continue upon the road of friendship which we certainly remain committed to.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #99 on: June 25, 2022, 06:21:47 PM »
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June 25, 2022

Re: Sanctions Upon Royal Seleucid and Waddan

Following review and concerns with Rokkenjiman partners the First Empire is lifting measures against the Emirate of Royal Seleucid. Measures shall remain against the United Tribes of Waddan, however.

We shall continue to review policy toward Samantra. In the view of the Imperial Government their withdrawal of support for Waddan, which unlike Royal Seleucid still has slavery within its borders, we would be willing to begin the process of normalization in trade relations. Until such a time the full spectrum of actions against Samantra shall continue until they are no longer a state associated with slavery.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #100 on: June 29, 2022, 08:09:14 PM »
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June 29, 2022

Terrorist Attacks In Phuebra

The First Empire condemns the devastating violence we have seen in Phuebra and sends our deepest of condolences to the families who have lost loved ones. Cowardly acts such as this remind us that life is delicate, that society itself is delicate, and that all of us have a responsibility in assisting one another and preserving each and every thing we hold dear. It is clear that our Phuebran neighbours find themselves in a time of need, and thus the First Empire has prepared measures to assist the People of Phuebra in this time.

As of this moment र540.5m ($1bn) in emergency military aid is being made available to Phuebra, and we shall discuss Rokkenjiman platforms which Phuebra may purchase in this fight, while Imperial High Command is opening to Phuebra the spectrum of Rokkenjiman intelligence capabilities to assist in their fight against threats such as this. If deemed necessary, Rokkenjima is also prepared to deploy forces to assist Phuebra in this time. Together, I am confident that we can not only combat this scourge, we can soundly defeat it. The People of Phuebra deserve to live in peace and harmony, without fear that violence will rob from them their very lives. We hope that these measures can begin to pave the road to that peaceful, and stable, Phuebra.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #101 on: July 02, 2022, 03:46:51 AM »
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July 1, 2022

Statement on Recent Remarks Of Princess Kyōko

Due to a flood of requests from media outlets, both domestic and abroad, Pyrena Castle hereby states that the remarks of Princess Kyōko reflect her views alone and are not representative of Rokkenjiman policy toward the Kingdom of Samantra. While we continue to review measures put into place against the Kingdom and welcome an opportunity to lessen Rokkenjiman measures imposed upon the Kingdom that decision will be made as the situation evolves. At present the outlook has not changed, however, as stated previously we shall continue to review policy toward Samantra and should they cease support for Waddan, which continues to actively allow slavery within its borders, Rokkenjima is fully committed to the normalization of trade and relations between our nations.

The Imperial Government does, however, welcome the interest in which Princess Kyōko is showing in her Imperial duties and will welcome reviewing the findings of her Review. Where appropriate, we will take her findings into consideration.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #102 on: July 24, 2022, 07:37:50 AM »
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July 24, 2022

Statement on Daitōjin Chrysanthemum

While the Imperial Household Ministry may persist in its decision to readopt the "Imperial Chrysanthemum Seal as" a "symbol of the Daitōjin  state beyond its own borders" that decision will not change the position of the Imperial Household Ministry, or the First Empire itself at this time. Superficial differences are thus meaningless to us at this time between the Rokkenjiman Chrysanthemum and the Daitōjin Chrysanthemum. After a period of consultation the Empress has allowed a request from Princess Kyōko to speak with a representative from the Empire of Daitō on this matter. Should this proposed discussion be accepted by the Empire of Daitō we will thus move forward from that point.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #103 on: August 04, 2022, 05:48:33 AM »
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August 4, 2022

Notice Of Impending Satellite Operation

In the coming days Imperial High Command shall be conducting an operation to remove a Rokkenjiman military satellite from orbit. This measure has been deemed necessary to prevent hazardous conditions as systems aboard the satellite have failed, rendering a controlled re-entry operation impossible. As the satellite contains hazardous materials, to save and reduce injury to human life, Imperial High Command has elected to ensure that these materials are destroyed rather than re-entering Mundus' atmosphere. As the operation proceeds Imperial High Command will provide a live feed of information to our regional allies and partners until its successful conclusion.

IHC and ISEA have determined that the resulting debris will pose no threat to Space Station Adora or those of other space-fairing nations. All steps are being taken to ensure the safe and effective conclusion of this operation. It is projected that if the satellite were to be allowed to continue in its deteriorating orbit that population centres in the Midaranye and Rus regions.

A modified Century missile, dubbed Nagareboshi, will be launched from a Millennial-class submarine in the Sea of Kyne. Separate notifications will be dispatched prior to, and upon the launch, of this missile. This platform has proven successful in accomplishing the mission at hand safely, previously removing the threat posed by a malfunctioning Rokkenjiman weather satellite in 2014.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #104 on: August 04, 2022, 09:36:25 AM »
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August 4, 2022

Statement On KA-11

While reports that the KA-11 KESSHŌ reconnaissance satellite has gone offline are concerning there is no evidence that Rokkenjima's removal of Remei-9 contributed to the failure of the Daitojian satellite. The Imperial Rokkenjiman Government and the Imperial Space and Exploration Agency are saddened by the premature failure of KA-11's mission, however, correlation does not equal causation. Conspiracy theories related to Operation Midori Ryū are an unfortunate reality of the modern era, however, we expect such theories shall not be parroted by Daitojianese officials as they remain completely and wholly baseless.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #105 on: September 02, 2022, 09:42:21 PM »
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September 2, 2022

Condemnation Of The Federation Of Dal Riata

The First Empire of Rokkenjima condemns in the strongest possible terms the actions of the Federation of Dal Riata, which include active measures to suppress participation in the independence referendum as well as the arrest of Queen Aoife, an arrest which many have questioned the very legality or legitimacy of. The First Empire calls upon the Federation to release Queen Aoife, to respect the results of the referendum, and to cease and desist from undertaking actions which undermine the principles of self-determination and the rights the People of Eigg have in that pursuit. It is the belief of Rokkenjima that this is, ultimately, an exercise in futility by the Federation and that their efforts to continue to force their will in this matter only serve to worsen the situation moving forward.

The Imperial Government recommends that Rokkenjiman nationals avoid travel to the Federation and that Rokkenjiman nationals presently within the Federation make plans to leave immediately. Furthermore, Rokkenjima shall be limiting the items it trades with the Federation, including but not limited to luxury goods, and shall be imposing visa restrictions upon the leadership of the Federation, governmental servants, military leadership and diplomatic personnel to travel to the First Empire.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #106 on: September 28, 2022, 08:57:37 AM »
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September 28, 2022

Imperial Assistance For Djabidjan

The First Empire stands with the people of Djabidjan in their recovery from these tragic floods. The Empress has announced an Emergency Aid and Reconstruction Package of र810.8m ($1.5bn) would be made available to Djabidjan initially, with the needs of the nation being taken into account in further Rokkenjiman aid disbursements. Furthermore Imperial High Command has stated that it is prepared to deliver humanitarian supplies, medical and humanitarian personnel and has ordered the hospital ship IRV Guardian, with 1,000 beds, to the region to aleviate conditions due to damaged medical facilities within Djabidjan. Furthermore, Blue Star Lines have made available to the Imperial Government IMS Poseidon and IMS Rokkenjima to provide temporary accommodations for 4,500 individuals.

The First Empire stands ready to act upon the approval of Djabidjan authorities.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #107 on: January 26, 2023, 01:51:17 AM »
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January 25, 2023

Detainment Of Admiral Sugimoto Kisho

At 8:25 AST Admiral Sugimoto Kisho, Commander of the Imperial Rokkenjiman Home Fleet, was taken into custody pending charges before the Supreme Court of Judicature for violations of the Declaration of Rights' for Cetaceans and Elephants. Imperial High Command authorized a test of the Ifrit under conditions which were changed by the Admiral during the conduct of said test, placing him in contravention of Rokkenjiman law. The case has been scheduled on short order at the beginning of the Court's next term, slated to start on the 30th of January.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #108 on: February 13, 2023, 08:30:19 PM »
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February 13, 2023

Rokkenjiman Boycott Of The 2023 Winter Mundus Games

Following the controversy which surrounded the 2020 Mundus Games, jointly hosted by Royal Seleucid and Tamora we see now, in 2023, another Mundus Games which will be tinged with controversy due to the associations of the host with the institutions of slavery and servitude. Heyra, via the financial black hole which is Elysium, has enabled Tamoran firms access to capital and foreign markets, circumventing sanctions imposed upon the Tamoran Empire where some forty million people live their lives, to this day, as slaves. I am reminded of the words of the Duke of Somerset, Joshua Rhodes, and the approach which should be taken toward Tamora and, indeed, an approach which should be taken against any state which grants any aid or comfort to states actively maintaining slavery:

"Slavery. It is clear that no person has the right to own another and cannot and will not be tolerated by wider Mundus. This is reflected by the signatories of the MCUR. I recommend the complete economic and political isolation of the Tamoran Empire as long as they continue to practice slavery in any form. This includes the closing of all borders, revocation of VISAS, PNGing of diplomatic personel and a naval blockade established by the signatories of the MCUR. It has been argued that economic measures against Tamora will result in the creation of more slaves. This is false. Economics do not create slaves, other people create slaves. There are more than enough poor people and poor nations across Mundus who do not create, nor are slaves to reflect that."

As the matter of Elysium remains a point of contention all these years later Rokkenjiman athletes shall not compete in a nation which has not done its share in seeing that slavery is eliminated across Mundus; indeed, one could argue, this state profits from the continued human suffering of forty million people, if not more. While the First Empire recognizes the significance of the Games we cannot, in good conscience, lend any manner of legitimacy to a State Associated With the Institution Of Slavery.

The international community has a responsibility to effect the end of slavery, servitude, and the crimes against the human spirit which they represent by taking more forceful action, not only against those who engage in slavery directly but also those who support them via auxiliorary means and methods. My predecessor asked in 2020 for the free world to ask itself "what the price for this years Mundus Games is, and if that price is truly worth being paid." This year, much like in 2020, the First Empire cannot rightly justify the human costs associated with the Mundus Games to participate, nor shall she forsake her principles in allowing Rokkenjimans to compete or Rokkenjiman Ducats to benefit the Heyran economy in any way, shape or form. Until such a day comes that light disinfects Elysium, until these associations are unequivocally disavowed by the Heyran Republic, much more work stands before the international community.

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« Reply #109 on: February 19, 2023, 07:59:50 AM »
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February 19, 2023

Rokkenjiman Intent To Activate Defensive Agreements

Following continued hostilities of the Empire of Daito the First Empire is giving due notice that continued action by the Empire of Daito will constitute grounds upon which the First Empire shall invoke defensive arrangements. The Empire of Daito is hereby called to return its forces to positions prior to February 18th. A refusal to do so shall see the full might of the Imperial Rokkenjiman Armed Forces and our allies in removing the Daitoese from Rokkenjiman territory.

The Kingdom of Tytor has deployed peacekeeping forces to the First Empire already. This is a disappointing escalation by the Empire of Daito, especially as our leadership are discussing terms of peace. Daitoese aggression shall not be tolerated.

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« Reply #110 on: February 24, 2023, 01:20:51 AM »
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February 23, 2023

On The Peace Process

The First Empire remains fully committed to the process of peace, one for a conflict which this First Empire did not ask for, yet it is forced to resolve. We shall see that the victims of Ofdensen's aggression are duly compensated while ensuring that acts of Daitojin aggression against the First Empire are likewise duly compensated. At this moment the First Empire, working with our Tytorian allies, are assessing the damages and preparing for the reconstruction ahead. Imperial High Command assures me that our position in Suisenjima and Akarishima[1] are strong; while damage was certainly taken, they remain under Rokkenjiman sovereignty. I remain perplexed on the silence of Achkaerin on these attacks as the Emperor and I discussed the path to peace, however I trust that my concerns shall be addressed in short order by Valtheim. These actions have certainly put to an end any diplomatic discourse over the status of Suisenjima and Akarishima; the First Empire shall not entertain any further questions as to their status as sovereign Rokkenjiman territory and will defend them just as fiercely as we would defend Azukishima itself.

So long as my counterpart in the Empire of Daito realizes that Suisenjima and Akarishima are inseparable from the First Empire I am confident that the path to peace remains open and viable before us. I lament that my first actions as Empress are resolving an illegitimate conflict, that valuable time must be consumed in the fallout from actions instituted by one man, but this is the hour I have been chosen for. At the first notice of trouble in the Rokkenjima Sea Imperial High Command took all possible actions, including purposeful sabotage of rogue aircraft, to render their elimination easier. All throughout this process the legitimate Imperial Government has been cooperative and highly showing of restraint. We have not, and shall not, respond in anger so long as the diplomatic process is allowed the opportunity for success.
 1. These are the names of Gaijijima and Kuwajima, respectively as recognized by Rokkenjima
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« Reply #111 on: March 08, 2023, 08:20:45 PM »
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Release Of Data On Ofdensen Plot; Military and Intelligence Services Review

Following verification of Rokkenjiman reports on the events which led up to the military and electoral plots of Mr. Ofdensen by independent and unbiased bodies in East Moreland the Imperial Government has released the findings to our international partners, allies, and involved parties. I would like to thank the Morelanders for their time and their willingness to provide an impartial look into the events which took place, establishing with certainty that the Imperial Government was correct in its assertions as to the operations of Mr. Ofdensen, as well as vindicating Rokkenjiman actions to bring to an end the threat which Mr. Ofdensen posed not only to the First Empire, but to international peace and tranquility.

The Centre Party has thus been ordered to reform itself while those who played a direct operational role in the Ofdensen Plot, in addition to the legal remedies now being pursued against them, facing a life-time ban on participation in Rokkenjiman elections. Upon the expiration of this prohibition any move to reform the Centre Party will be met with resistance; no Party bearing the name will be certified, nor will its legitimacy be recognized. Never again shall the political machinery manipulated by Mr. Ofdensen be allowed to usurp the voice and will of the Rokkenjiman People.

As per the advice of the Attorney for the Crown the Imperial Government shall face reorganization, constituting itself as it existed prior to the restoration of the Premier. The Ofdensen Plot has hampered faith in elected officials; as such, during this time, Chrysanthemum Throne will provide stability, order and security for the Empire. The Empress, along with a team comprised of current and former members of the Imperial Government, will work to ensure the methods employed by Mr. Ofdensen will not be viable in the future while reforms to YourGov.RK and other Rokkenjiman voting systems will be initiated to close the manners of exploitation highlighted by the NIA. Public faith and trust in the Crown remains certain, with no reports of civil unrest following the successful efforts of the Imperial Government to bring Mr. Ofdensen to heel.

Earlier today a review of the Imperial Rokkenjiman Armed Forces and Imperial Naval Intelligence Service (IRAF and INIS henceforth) concluded and its findings presented to the Empress. This review concluded that subversive elements, those loyal to Mr. Ofdensen, have either been taken into custody or otherwise rendered inert; full command of the military and intelligence apparatuses of the First Empire rest within the hands of the Empress. With these facts before us Chrysanthemum Throne calls on those nations who have instituted travel restrictions to revoke them, those that asserted Rokkenjima is "unstable" to update their position based on current and verified information, and those who recognized assets of the IRAF as "hostile" to likewise rescind such recognition as we have seen the threat posed by Mr. Ofdensen brought to an end.

The Imperial Government looks forward to working with the international community, both those states allied to the First Empire and those further afield, in moving forward from this affair as Mr. Ofdensen and his associates are brought to face justice.

Morelander verification of Rokkenjima's assessment on Ofdensen's military activities.
Morelander verification of the Stanley Report.

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« Reply #112 on: March 11, 2023, 03:21:07 AM »
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Responding to Foreign Concerns

All data presently available points to the chain of command being subverted, just as data available shows that what would have otherwise been a close election instead returned an Ofdensen victory. While the First Empire appreciates concerns as shown by the Holy Empire and the Daitojin, Chrysanthemum Throne rules with the concerns of the Rokkenjiman People in mind, not foreign audiences. The assessments from both nations, especially a Daitojin claim that the Empress has "no legal grounds" represent intrusions upon the First Empire's rights to conduct its internal affairs on behalf of the Rokkenjiman People. We have already witnessed the damage wrought by a domestic attack upon the First Empire, we shall not entertain foreign designs upon what is, or what is not, right for the Rokkenjiman People. Trust in the Throne remains high; with the failures exhibited by the elected government it is every intent of the Crown to maintain peace, order, and stability as we move forward from this most unfortunate period of history. Foreign attempts to meddle in the internal affairs of the First Empire will be resisted.

Chrysanthemum Throne suggests to both the Daitojin and the Achkaerinese to remain focused upon the concerns of their Peoples instead of seeking to sow seeds of discontent and disharmony in the First Empire. We've already seen the Daitojin fire their weapons in anger after the Empress made clear that the actions taken against the Empire of Daito were illegitimate; further actions of the Empire which seek to discredit the Imperial Government will be seen as hostile interference in the internal affairs of Rokkenjima and will be addressed appropriately by the Imperial Government of Rokkenjima. Do not interfere in our internal affairs, do not try to exploit the situation further, and mind your own affairs.

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« Reply #113 on: March 25, 2023, 10:18:50 PM »
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Centre Party Addresses Concerns

The Centre Party, independent of guidance from Chrysanthemum Throne, has presented a path forward which resolves the concerns of the Crown regarding the structure of the Party and the circumstances which led to the rise of Mr. Ofdensen. In this light, the Crown has dropped any mandates towards the Party and has removed restrictions, apart from those upon Party members directly implicated in the Ofdensen Plot, on the Party and Members not implicated directly.

New elections have been scheduled for the 2nd of April, 2023. While a Premier will not be elected in this upcoming election the Speaker of the House of Councillors will be entitled a seat on the Imperial Council. I look forward to working with whomever is elected to that post in moving our Empire forward from this affair.

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« Reply #114 on: July 25, 2023, 11:32:33 PM »
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Condemnation Of Terrorist Attacks In Daitō and Mersch

On behalf of the People of Rokkenjima and the Imperial Government I offer my deepest of condolences to all those who have been impacted by the terrorist attacks in Daitō and Mersch. We have seen such attacks before impact the Peoples of Mundus, with the Remembrance Day attacks marking perhaps the deadliest day due to terrorism. Attacks such as these are always rooted in cowardice and remain an illegitimate means of addressing any issues. Just as we've seen before, however, from the shores of Rokkenjima, Tytor, Dartfordia, East Moreland and sadly countless others, these attacks never achieve their aims. While these coming days and weeks will be difficult I am confident that we will see the strength of the People of Daitō and Mersch rise above and ensure that justice is pursued for each life touched by these attacks.

The First Empire offers its full support to those impacted and, as it has done before, shall provide any humanitarian assistance if requested. Stocks of blood, medicines and other life-saving provisions will be on stand-by should they be required to meet the challenges on the ground. Meanwhile, the First Empire will be taking enhanced security measures to ensure the continued safety and security of this First Empire, our friends and our allies. I will be meeting with Imperial High Command and the Imperial Naval Intelligence Service to receive a full briefing on these attacks and any measures the First Empire may have to take in response to them beyond standard protocol. At this time it is not believed that a threat exists to the First Empire, however, steps are being undertaken to ensure that state of affairs continues to exist.

I encourage the Rokkenjiman People to act as you have before, help in any way that you can. We saw what we could do when the People of Tytor were most in need, hosting one of the most successful blood drives in the history of the First Empire, I ask that you rise to the occasion once again. Funds will also be established for those who wish to donate to those impacted by these attacks which, with the cooperation of the governments of Daitō and Mersch, will be disbursed to those most in need. I am personally donating र1,000,000 ($1,850,000) to individual funds for Daitō and Mersch and will be working to raise more, with you, in the coming days and weeks.

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« Reply #115 on: August 22, 2023, 12:18:09 AM »
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Empress Signs Bill Curtailing Digital Currencies

To protect the economy of the First Empire banks and financial institutions have been barred, under Imperial Law, from engaging in business related to digital currencies. In a joint statement from the Imperial Palace and the Imperial Bank of Rokkenjima has, following legislation adopted by the Imperial Diet, precluded digital currencies from certain interactions in the Rokkenjiman Economy, walling off the Exuperia Stock Exchange from any transactions made in digital currencies as well as outlawing their use for the repayment of loans, the purchase of Imperial Treasury Securities, and transactions with entities in foreign nations. The Imperial Bank of Rokkenjima reiterated the fact that Rokkenjiman citizens and foreigners, especially those in former CSU states, "can feel confident that holding assets in Rokkenjiman Ducats will always be a more safe decision than pursuing risky gains in the digital currency market."

The Joint Statement continued, stating that "transactions conducted using a digital currency open both the buyer and the seller of a good or service to surveillance from a foreign actor, reducing privacy and allowing for an intrusive level of government interference and snooping into your personal financial interactions. For this reason the First Empire has also placed limits on digital currencies which employ the Internet to offer services to Rokkenjiman citizens as illegal and illegitimate financial activity. Utilizing real currencies, such as the Rokkenjiman Ducat, the Dartfordian Pound, the Tytorian Crown, the East Moreland Pound, the Achkaerinese Iso and the Clysperi Shat as opposed to digital currencies will always offer a level of confidence, a degree of privacy and countless other benefits over employing digital currencies which are logged and stored for foreign eyes to look upon at any time they should wish to.

Special attention must be paid to such currencies offered by a central bank, which the Imperial Government considers little better than surveillance disguised as money. The central bank issuing a so-called "digital currency" would now exactly what you use it for, how much you're saving, how much you borrow, spend in addition to when and where. Furthermore, with politics playing an increasing role in foreign central banks, they could even penalize those who spend in a manner they deem to be inappropriate. The entire notion of privacy in monetary exchanges, as well as further monetary limit mechanisms would be essentially eliminated. Worse yet, a so-called digital currency would allow for a foreign central bank to more easily increase monetary supply, fueling inflation to levels not previously imaginable as the limits upon the transmission vehicle are essentially removed.

The continued guidance of the Imperial Palace and the Imperial Bank of Rokkenjima is for Rokkenjimans and, indeed, all Peoples, to utilize real money in the conduct of their financial affairs. Digital currencies will never reach the levels of assurance, confidence and privacy as cold hard cash.

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« Reply #116 on: October 14, 2023, 09:05:43 AM »
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October 14, 2023

Recognition Of The Republic Of Lakhzovia As A State Sponsor Of Terror

Recognizing the elements within Lakhzovia that have acted against the interests, safety and security of the First Empire of Rokkenjima through the attacks upon the Azukishima-Ashinxao Nuclear Power Plant and the Rokkenjiman Embassy in Nakim, attacks which have seemingly at times received a delayed response from the Imperial Government, it is my solemn responsibility to the First Empire and the People of Rokkenjima to announce a broader Rokkenjiman response to those attacks. Allow me to be perfectly clear, both to my People and to the Lakhzovian People, that my actions are not targetted at the People of Lakhzovia; to myself and my People you remain our brothers and sisters. The First Empire has long considered herself, first and foremost, to be a friend and ready ally to the voiceless, to those whose voices are misappropriated by their Governments, and while we have seen one tyrant toppled in Nakim I weep that you remain without a voice on the international stage. Rest assured that I, and my Government, will always have an open door to those who share our desire to see the Lakhzovian People realize their freedom and chart their course through the passages of history under their own dictation, that we'll continue to be friends, and with the fall of the Pyrettania-Nakim Accords I offer to the People of Lakhzovia a new Accord, one not between our governments, but one between our Peoples.

Rokkenjima will never abandon the People of Lakhzovia, our bonds of friendship will survive this time and I look forward to a day where we may establish a new Pyrettania-Nakim Accord. In the meantime, I am happy to lend whatever support I am capable of to the People, in their long plight of establishing governance in their name, to advance their interests and protect the many different social and religious groups who call Lakhzovia home. I know that there are many within the Republic, from those on the coast who share my dread and concern in this new Government and the Tikkonists. We all saw the horrors capable by the Emetists who lashed out against not only the First Empire but the People of Lakhzovia themselves; while I cannot see this First Empire grant them legitimacy through a continuation of the Pyrettania-Nakim Accords. I promise the People of Lakhzovia the following: while it may not happen tomorrow, freedom will dawn over your Nation and People with the full vibrancy of a coming morning and all the warmth and clarity the rays of a new day's sun brings. I stand in solidarity with you against the extremist government and will do all I can to support those elements who share my vision of a progressive, forward-looking and indeed, free, Lakhzovia.

Now comes the unfortunate decisions I must make today, the recognition of the Republic of Lakhzovia as a state sponsor of terror, the invocation of Article XI of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Security Between The First Empire of Rokkenjima And The Republic of Lakhzovia (aka the Pyrettania-Nakim Accord) waiving the one year termination provision to enact such termination with immediate effect, and proclaiming the implementation of the following sanctions upon the government of Lakhzovia:


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Upon enactment of this Act, by and under the authority of Her Imperial Majesty Empress Sutāraito, the First Empire henceforth recognizes the Republic of Lakhzovia as a state sponsor of terror under the Terrorist Enterprises Act and duly imposes the following restrictions upon the Republic:

Section 1: Sanctions on Rokkenjiman assets of the following Lakhzovian Leadership And Business Leaders

• President Tesan Cikniye
• All present Ministers and Officials of the Lakhzovian Government
• All Lakhzovian Business Leaders

Section 2: Restrictions against military transactions with the Republic

No Rokkenjiman firm or individual shall provide financial, material, intelligence or technological support, nor shall they knowingly conduct a transaction with the Lakhzovian Armed Forces. These restrictions shall include:

• Aircraft or aircraft parts, machinery, used by the Lakhzovian Air Force
• Automotive equipment and services utilized by Lakhzovian Land and Naval Forces
• Weapons or defense articles utilized by the Lakhzovian Military
• Any dual-use parts or goods which could be utilized by the Armed Forces of the Republic of Lakhzovia
• Information which benefits the military apparatus of the Republic of Lakhzovia

Section 3: Restrictions upon the broader Lakhzovian economy

• Imports and exports between the First Empire and the Lakhzovia are hereby prohibited until such a time the Republic is no longer a sponsor of terror.
• Rokkenjiman financial institutions are hereby barred from engaging in any transactions with a Lakhzovian business or institution of the Lakhzovian Government.
• Rokkenjiman businesses, governmental bodies, organizations and individual citizens shall be precluded from conducting any manner of business with the Lakhzovian economy.
• Lakhzovian businesses, financial institutions, governmental bodies and organizations shall be precluded from any participation in the Rokkenjiman economy.
• A freeze shall immediately be placed upon any and all assets held in Rokkenjima and the Rishiri Imperial Overseas Dependency by Lakhzovian government officials, military leaders and public figures.

Section 4: Visa Restrictions

• Visa restrictions for Lakhzovian leadership, governmental servants, military leadership and diplomatic personnel to travel to the First Empire.

Section 5: Cultural And Diplomatic Sanctions against the Lakhzovian State

• Rokkenjiman institutions of higher learning shall be henceforth barred from any manner of cooperation or exchanges of information with their counterparts in the Republic of Lakhzovia.
• Students from the Republic shall no longer be granted visas to study within the First Empire of Rokkenjima, effective on this 14th Day of October, 2023. Students presently attending classes in Rokkenjima shall be allowed to complete their studies and seek asylum within the First Empire or any other free nation.
• Diplomats from the Republic of Lakhzovia shall be denied diplomatic accreditation within the borders of Rokkenjima. Lakhzovian diplomats presently within Rokkenjiman borders shall be afforded a period of 48 (forty eight) hours to remove themselves from Rokkenjiman soil. Those who refuse to depart shall face arrest and deportation.

Make no mistake, these actions pain me, but they must be undertaken. The Imperial Palace calls upon our treaty partners to implement similar measures and cautions foreign states from engaging with the present government of Lakhzovia as, under the Terrorist Enterprises Act, states which do so may be considered states associated with terrorism and face similar measures enacted upon them.

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« Reply #117 on: October 22, 2023, 01:47:21 AM »
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October 21, 2023

Recognition Of The Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig As An Imperialist Power

Far too many years have passed since the original sin which took place in Scordisci whilst the international community cast a blind eye to the crimes taking place within its borders. I can only imagine this is due to the CNN which surrounds the Kingdom, acting almost as a shield, but no shield is impenetrable. The First Empire of Rokkenjima recognizes the plight of Scordisci as one which sees the Kingdom reintroducing imperialism to the Ardian continent and, given prior Rokkenjiman statements on the subject, we shall not abide it. The First Empire hereby imposes the following sanctions upon the Kingdom:

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Upon enactment of this Act, by and under the authority of Her Imperial Majesty Empress Sutāraito, the First Empire henceforth recognizes the Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig as an imperialist power and duly imposes the following restrictions upon the Kingdom:

Section 1: Sanctions on Rokkenjiman assets of the following Ceinnselaig Leadership And Business Leaders

• King Finley
• Queen Riona
• Prince Lennox
• Princess Una
• Princess/Queen Cait
• All present Ministers and Officials of the Ceinnselaig Government
• All Ceinnselaig Business Leaders

Section 2: Restrictions against military transactions with the Kingdom

No Rokkenjiman firm or individual shall provide financial, material, intelligence or technological support, nor shall they knowingly conduct a transaction with the Ceinnselaig Armed Forces. These restrictions shall include:

• Aircraft or aircraft parts, machinery, used by the Ceinnselaig Air Force
• Automotive equipment and services utilized by Ceinnselaig Land and Naval Forces
• Weapons or defense articles utilized by the Ceinnselaig Military
• Any dual-use parts or goods which could be utilized by the Armed Forces of the Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig
• Information which benefits the military apparatus of the Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig

Section 3: Restrictions upon the broader Ceinnselaig economy

• Imports and exports between the First Empire and Ui Ceinnselaig are hereby prohibited until such a time the Kingdom is no longer an imperialist power.
• Rokkenjiman financial institutions are hereby barred from engaging in any transactions with a Ceinnselaig business or institution of the Ceinnselaig Government.
• Rokkenjiman businesses, governmental bodies, organizations and individual citizens shall be precluded from conducting any manner of business with the Ceinnselaig economy.
• Ceinnselaig businesses, financial institutions, governmental bodies and organizations shall be precluded from any participation in the Rokkenjiman economy.
• A freeze shall immediately be placed upon any and all assets held in Rokkenjima and the Rishiri Imperial Overseas Dependency by Ceinnselaig government officials, military leaders and public figures.

Section 4: Visa Restrictions

• Visa restrictions for Ceinnselaig leadership, governmental servants, military leadership and diplomatic personnel to travel to the First Empire.

Section 5: Cultural And Diplomatic Sanctions against the Ceinnselaig State

• Rokkenjiman institutions of higher learning shall be henceforth barred from any manner of cooperation or exchanges of information with their counterparts in the Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig.
• Students from the Kingdom shall no longer be granted visas to study within the First Empire of Rokkenjima, effective on this 21st Day of October, 2023. Students presently attending classes in Rokkenjima shall be allowed to complete their studies and seek asylum within the First Empire or any other free nation.
• Diplomats from the Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig shall be denied diplomatic accreditation within the borders of Rokkenjima. Ceinnselaig diplomats presently within Rokkenjiman borders shall be afforded a period of 48 (forty eight) hours to remove themselves from Rokkenjiman soil. Those who refuse to depart shall face arrest and deportation.

Rokkenjima calls upon the CNN to address their original silence on this matter and revisit the issue of Scordisci in the interests of the People of Scordisci, lest they wash their hands of the issue and announce their complicity in the restoration of imperialism in the modern era.

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« Reply #118 on: October 22, 2023, 10:23:04 PM »
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October 22, 2023

Re: Recognition Of The Kingdom of Ui Ceinnselaig As An Imperialist Power

The First Empire shall suspend the imposing of sanctions upon Ui Ceinnselaig and allow King Finely an opportunity to discuss the situation with Her Imperial Majesty aboard the United States at his earliest convenience. We shall, likewise, expect a suspension on the part of Ui Ceinnselaig in kind, until the conclusion of discussions between the Empress and the King regarding sanctions between the Empire and his nation.

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Re: Imperial Rokkenjiman Office of the Press
« Reply #119 on: December 08, 2023, 10:31:14 PM »
Pyrena Castle
Chrysanthemum Throne

For Immediate Release
December 8, 2023

It is the pleasure of the Imperial Palace to announce that, earlier this evening, Empress Sutāraito signed into law the Constitutional Amendments proposed on her behalf by the Vicegerent and passed by the Imperial Diet. Although there was an episode which saw a trio of Rokkenjiman lawmakers attempt to hamstring the process the package of Amendments ultimately cleared the hurdles in both Houses of the Diet, with the Empress affixing her signature to them. The Amendments will thus come into effect as scheduled, with great coordination taking place between the Imperial Palace and the Diet over the coming days.

Empress Sutāraito hailed the passage as "bringing the First Empire in line with its proclaimed values, and I must credit the Vicegerent for enshrining what Rokkenjiman Democracy is and seeing it reflected in our Constitution. Today is one of celebration, one of joy, and the dawns which follow see a Rokkenjima which is more reflective of who we actually are as an Empire. This has been a long road but we've finally reached the correct destination: the Empress stands as the shield, the protector, of the Empire and the Diet fulfills its role as the elected voice of the People; the work started by my mother, the Saisei Empress, has been completed. We did it, mum."

Beatrice Anselmo
Grand Chancellor of the Independent Order
Empress of the First Empire of Rokkenjima

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