SDNW4 Diplomatic Communications Thread

[Steve]

This thread is for official diplomatic exchanges, so they don't take up posts in the main thread (since, as we move through the next couple of weeks, I imagine a number of people will be starting new storylines). You can write posts in "communique" short-hand style or in "story" style, it doesn't matter.

Note that unless you can justify it through espionage purposes (decryption of the signal, etc.) any dispatch not sent to you is something you are not privy to IC, though it's within the realm of reason, depending upon your location compared to the sender and receiver, that you detected the hypercom transmission and can tell it's an official government signal.

To use an example, here is my first use of the thread.


Official Communiquè from HM Government to the Diamid of Hiigara

Given the evidence found upon the Pendletonian courier Tantalizer and through other avenues, HM Government is preparing to take action in response. We welcome Hiigaran participation of any kind and ask for access of some sort to your databases should Hiigaran citizens be recovered in the coming operations.

Signed,
Reginald Baden-Grey, Foreign Secretary

[Kartr_Kana]

To: Lord Baden-Grey, Foreign Secretary
From: Commodore Arcturus Cramer(Ret.), Ambassador
RE: Pendletonian Situation

Sir, with regards to the Pendletonian's and their grievous lack of respect for the rights of sentients, the Diamid of Hiigara is quite willing to take part in a joint military operation to put an end to the crimes that this nation perpetuates every generation. The Diamid looks forward to working more closely with our esteemed neighbor and to the strengthening of ties that a common effort towards a noble goal brings.

Sincerely,
Arcturus Cramer, Ambassador

[Norade]

Broadcast to all with 5 sectors of sector S19
Audio Only
January 5th, 3400 GST

Due to the discovery of a pair of previously undiscovered civilizations in a state of what would appear to be total war the Federal Republic of Industrial Sectors will station a fleet in system until this conflict can be resolved. This fleet shall consist of a fleet of two dreadnoughts, a super carrier along with an escort of sixteen destroyers. Other assets will be deployed as needed. We do not intend to cause alarm by stationing forces outside of our generally recognized boarders.

Sincerely,
Commodore Dyson

[Master_Baerne]

Official Communique
FROM: Countess Proeliam, Ascendancy Minister for Foreign Affairs
TO: Lord Baden-Gray, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

Wishing to send a strong message that slaving will not be tolerated, even by nations whose citizens have not been vitims of the barbaric practice, the Ascendancy formally requests an Ascendant presence in any punitive measures to be undertaken agains thte Pendletonians.

With hope for a just future,
Countess Genevieve Proeliam
Her Ascendant Ladyship's Minister for Foreign Affairs

[Steve]

Official Communique
FROM: Countess Proeliam, Ascendancy Minister for Foreign Affairs
TO: Lord Baden-Gray, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

Wishing to send a strong message that slaving will not be tolerated, even by nations whose citizens have not been vitims of the barbaric practice, the Ascendancy formally requests an Ascendant presence in any punitive measures to be undertaken agains thte Pendletonians.

With hope for a just future,
Countess Genevieve Proeliam
Her Ascendant Ladyship's Minister for Foreign Affairs

Official Response from HM Government to HAL Proeliam

The Kingdom of New Anglia accepts the offer of gracious assistance from the Federated Ascendancy and shall provide a liaison to the Ascendancy's government to ensure the integration of the Ascendancy's Expeditionary Force.

Signed,
Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary


(Heh, oops. I got the system wrong, if a peer is holding a Government Office they sign the title, not the real name, though I at least was right on leaving off the honours.)

[Pollux]

Official Proclamation of the Pfhor Ministry of the Ambassadory

The Pfhor Empire wishes to express its desire maintain its neutrality in the Anglian-Pendleton conflict, and its grief at the worsening of the situation in recent days.

The Empire furthermore, knowing that the galactic community has reason to believe there exist ideological similarities between the Pfhor Empire and Pendleton, wishes to make clear that this is not the case. As a gesture of goodwill to the galaxy-at-large, the Ambassadory has requested that the Ministry of Commerce halt imports from the Pendletonian nation for a period of no less than 30 days.

By the Emperor's Will,
High Minister of the Ambassadory Hlsfard of the Pale, 5th Duke of the Palelands

[Akhlut]

Government General Release from the NenAltKik Eealtepekali

The NenAltKik will not tolerate the enslavement of any of its citizens. Should any pirate groups be found to engage in the enslavement of NenAltKik citizenry, we shall do our best to eliminate such groups to the last member. Should governments engage in the enslavement of NenAltKik citizenry, it shall be a casus belli and be acted upon accordingly.

The Undersigned,
<snip list of 2,397 delegates>

[Teleros]

To: Minister of Foreign Affairs
From: Her Majesty's Foreign Office
Subject: Official response to the loss of Convoy 442

Dear Sir,

As you are no doubt aware, the Altacar Empire recently lost a convoy of freighters en route to your nation several parsecs from your borders. Owing to the domestic situation, the Prime Minister is preparing to detach a Rapid Response Squadron of the Royal Interstellar Navy to patrol the route, and in addition is considering taking a robust stance on the matter in public: specifically, criticism of the Imperial Navy's ability to police the area. However, he is concerned that, should this policy be adopted for the period up to and including the General Election, that it not affect the otherwise good relations between the Byzantine Imperium and the Altacar Empire, and would therefore be most obliged if your government could make its views known on this policy beforehand.

Yours faithfully,

Francis Urquhart
Foreign Secretary

To: Secretary of State for the Foreign Office
From: Her Majesty's Foreign Office
Subject: Altacaran assistance at Pendleton

Dear Sir,

Her Majesty's government understands that your government has decided to take action against the government of Pendleton, and wish to assure you that the Altacar Empire fully supports this action. In addition, we wish to offer you the services of the Dauntless class battlecruiser Impressive, which is currently patrolling the region on anti-piracy duties, under Captain Julia Andrews, should you require military aid in this matter.

Yours faithfully,

Francis Urquhart
Foreign Secretary

To: Secretary for Foreign Affairs
From: Her Majesty's Foreign Office
Subject: Altacaran response to recent Pendletonian actions

Dear Sir,

Her Majesty's government wishes to formally warn your government that recent actions have forced a change in Altacaran policy regarding your nation. As of now, the Altacar Empire is suspending all trade with Pendleton, and the Royal Interstellar Navy has been instructed to thoroughly investigate all Pendletonian ships suspected of engaging in, or aiding, the slave trade. Her Majesty further wishes to emphasise that failure to make reparations to those nations and individuals affected or to ensure that this kind of deplorable incident does not happen again may result in additional measures being taken.

Francis Urquhart
Foreign Secretary

[Coyote]

To: the Commune
From: the Central Alliance
Office of the First Governor
Re: Diplomatic Contact Requested

It is with sincere interest in opening diplomatic contact that we alert the Peoples of the Commune to our intent to send a delegation to your area of space, provided this is acceptable to you. As the closest polity to our own it would seem only natural to discuss regional relations and hopefully open the possibility of future peaceful contact and trade.

Regards,
First Governor Chakran Darkhressek
Central Galactic Alliance

[A-Wing_Slash]

Broadcast to all with 5 sectors of sector S19
Audio Only
January 5th, 3400 GST

Due to the discovery of a pair of previously undiscovered civilizations in a state of what would appear to be total war the Federal Republic of Industrial Sectors will station a fleet in system until this conflict can be resolved. This fleet shall consist of a fleet of two dreadnoughts, a super carrier along with an escort of sixteen destroyers. Other assets will be deployed as needed. We do not intend to cause alarm by stationing forces outside of our generally recognized boarders.

Sincerely,
Commodore Dyson

To: Commodore Dyson; The Federal Republic of Industrial Sectors
From: Empire Star Republic Department of State

The government of the Empire Star Republic is alarmed at the recent discovery of a state of war so close to the Republic's borders. The Republic is grateful to the Federal Republic for its quick response to this worrying situation, and pledges its assistance to this noble peacemaking effort. To that effect a Republic Navy patrol consisting of two battlecruisers and four cruisers has been ordered to the Sepan Sector. The task force commander is under orders to cooperate with the forces Federal Republic Navy already present in Sepan, to ensure a swift end to this newfound conflict.

James DeLancey
Secretary of State

[Beowulf]

FROM:
Katya Perry, Director, Weiren Bureau, Tian Guo
TO:
Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

Despite our somewhat rocky history, it is the opinion of the government of Tianguo that the Pendleton practice of slavery cannot be tolerated, and if New Anglia wishes support from Tian Guo in the encouragement of Pendleton, all she must do is ask.

// SIGNED //
Katya Perry, SES-7
Director, Weiren Bureau

[Grif]

FROM: Jamaluddin Abdullah, Foreign Minister
TO: Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

The Federation of Argent, Dosolia and New Malaysia wishes to declare its neutrality on the Anglian-Pendleton conflict. The federation calls upon both sides to put aside their differences and make peace as soon as possible.

However, the federation also wishes to state its opposition against the practice of slavery and as such, has sent a formal note of protest to the Foreign Secretary of Pendleton for its continued support of this despicable act.

Regards,
Jamaluddin Abdullah
Foreign Minister

[Simon_Jester]

FROM: Maxim Chernov, Second for Foreign Affairs
TO: Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

The Technocracy of Umeria expresses its best wishes for the success of the Coalition against Pendleton.

Due to logistics constraints, it is infeasible for the Space Security Force to detach heavy fleet elements against such a remote target. However, the Council of Technarchs has resolved to offer the support of a flotilla of cutter tenders and a pair of frigates, carrying a combined small craft strength of eighty cutters, along with sufficient fleet train to maintain them on station for a period of up to six months.

The Ministry of Security proposes to load these tenders with ELINT and hyperspace pursuit cutters, manned by crews experienced in shoal space conditions, to serve as a distant sentry perimeter for the Coalition fleet and aid in the pursuit of fleeing Pendletonian units. Alternatively, the Ministry offers to load one or more of the tenders with assault cutters carrying a reinforced strike battalion and equipped for close air support of Coalition ground forces.

[A-Wing_Slash]

From: James DeLancey, Secretary of State
To: Lord Baden-Grey, Foreign Secretary

The institution of slavery is an affront to sentient beings everywhere. That it still persists in the present day, so close to the borders of the Empire Star Republic is a mark of shame which this republic intends to expunge in the most forceful manner possible. I would like to extend the assistance of a Republic Navy expeditionary group, as well as the logistical support that can be provided from the republic's Outback base at Burlywood, to His Majesty's governmet's upcoming military operation against Pendleton. The Empire Star Republic looks forward to working towards the advancement of sentient liberty alongside our honorable neighbors.

Sincerely,
James DeLancey, Secretary of State

[Master_Baerne]

Diplomatic Communique
FROM: Office of the Naval Attache, New Anglian Embassy
TO: Royal Anglian Navy Liason

Sir,

Her Ascendant Ladyship's Navy is pleased to be able to extend the support of ten corvettes, ten light and ten heavy cruisers to the Pendleton operation.

Best personal regards,
Commander Jacques Pierre, Naval Attache for New Anglia

[Force Lord]

FROM: Tagdef Borlon, Foreign Secretary
TO: All ambassadors

The Centrality will not be involved in hostilities with Pendleton. Our neutrality must, however, not be interpreted as support to Pendletonian slavery. That is all.

Sincerely,
Tagdef Borlon
Foreign Secretary

[Dave]

From: Elliot Britavish, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Iduran Confederation
To: All Ambassadors
Regarding: The Pendleton Situation

The Iduran Confederation certainly opposes slavery of any sentient being, but, being a nation that is uninterested in military campaigns of foreign intervention, we will not be involved in this conflict.

// SIGNED //
Elliot Britavish
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Iduran Confederation

[Akhlut]

From:Oaxtoatotol Łichíí of the Nenpanoliz-altuxl Kikialtignahwi

To: Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

The Nenpanoliz-altuxl Kikialtignahwi is willing to give military support to New Anglia in order to subdue the Pendleton threat. To that end, the Kwi-Acalli has made available the Kokopalalatik-class ship Kontlati-Ekat, as well as three Mohlabani-class ships, and five Sasidwi-class ships. The Kontlati-Ekat is a specialized ship, designed to break through planetary defenses, but is not designed to fight other ships, lacking maneuverability and quick-tracking; the Mohlabani and Sasidwi class ships, however, are designed for more general purpose naval warfare.

Sincerely,
Łichíí, Oaxtoatotol of the Atotolapan of the Nenpanoliz-altuxl Kikialtignahwi

[Steve]

Official Communication of HM Government to All Parties

The Kingdom of New Anglia appreciates the support of its neighbors in this issue and the offers of military and logistic support. As for the former, the logistics issues involved in supporting a force off the main hyperlanes of the Outback require us to accept only vessels of Light Cruiser tonnage (<$100) from other states save those we have made arrangements with already.

His Majesty's Government thanks all states for their considerations.

Signed,
Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary


OOC Note: The Hiigaran Fleet Carriers are basically the largest units coming, save for the six or so Imperator-class Star Cruisers being sent by the Royal Navy as the centerpiece of the force (as they carry the elite Royal Marines that will sweep away the poorly-armed, poorly-trained Pendletonian ground troops from landing zones, as well as ensuring sufficient capital ship firepower is present to bash any suspected surprises - those being surplus battleships secretly bought by the Pendletonians of course, not intervention by Collectors, which nobody has a whiff of yet). Most of the force desired would be lighter ships, as stated below $100 in value, that can be used to deal with the Light and Ultralight-dominated Pendletonian Navy (alongside the Hiigaran carriers' wings) and finally to sustain a blockade of the system to prevent ships from fleeing the suppression.

[Zor]

From: The Honorable Stepan Xiaowen, Commonwealth Ministry of Foreign Affairs
To: Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

While the general stance of the Commonwealth is non interventionalist in foreign policy, the institution of Slavery is an abomination against sapient thought. In the spirit of good will between valued trading partners and our collective decency, we shall dispatch three Xiongnu class frigates and three Tercio class frigates to assist in the defeat of this Pendletonian scourge.

-Stepan Xiaowen, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nova Atlantean Commonwealth of Worlds

[Siege]

[swept-to-widebeam, hypercast on all diplomatic frequencies, received @ n4.28.855.3400+]
(Signal sequence #n428855/1446, relay:)

To Whom It May Concern,

The United Solarian Sovereignty will remain neutral in the conflict that pits the Star Kingdom of New Anglia and its allies against the Free Republic of Pendleton.

The institution of sentient slavery is deplorable in every conceivable way; unfortunately the Sovereignty is not in a place to intervene in this particular matter. It will however step up its patrols in Wild Space, and all powers may rest assured that rogue agents found to be dealing orga slaves will be dealt with swiftly and harshly.

xOLYMPIC

[Teleros]

To: President D Victoria J R Sinclair
From: Her Majesty's Foreign Office
Subject: USSF Patrols in Wild Space

Dear Madame President,

Her Majesty's government would like to thank you for increasing the United Solarian Star Force's presence in Wild Space, and would like to formally offer the aid of the Royal Interstellar Navy's warships in the region, should your government require it, provided of course that such aid does not impinge upon the Empire's good relations with other local political entities.

Francis Urquhart
Foreign Secretary

[RogueIce]

FROM:
William Wright, Secretary of State
TO:
Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary of New Anglia

The Shinra Republic wishes to extend an offer of aid and support to His Majesty's government in relation to the Pendleton expedition.

To that end, we offer financial assistance, and stand ready to provide relief aid to the citizens and freed slaves of Pendleton, to include any assistance regarding repatriation of liberated beings.

Finally, we offer the services of two (2) frigates of {$40} tonnage, as well as six (6) patrol corvettes of {$25} tonnage to secure the spacelanes so as to prevent the flight of any who may be associated with the abominable slave trade, or of the government which protected it.

// SIGNED //
William Wright, Secretary of State
Shinra Republic Department of Foreign Affairs

[Akhlut]

Official Communication of HM Government to All Parties

The Kingdom of New Anglia appreciates the support of its neighbors in this issue and the offers of military and logistic support. As for the former, the logistics issues involved in supporting a force off the main hyperlanes of the Outback require us to accept only vessels of Light Cruiser tonnage (<$100) from other states save those we have made arrangements with already.

His Majesty's Government thanks all states for their considerations.

Signed,
Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary

To: Lord Prestwick, Foreign Secretary

In light of this, we hereby withdraw the the Kokopalalatik-class ship Kontlati-Ekat, as it is well over that tonnage, at {$200} tonnage. The Mohlabani-class ships, however, are at {$125} tons; is this acceptable or is it still too large?

If they are too large, we will therefore substitute them for an additional five Sasidwi-class ships, which are at {$95} tons.

Sincerely,
Łichíí, Oaxtoatotol of the Atotolapan of the Nenpanoliz-altuxl Kikialtignahwi

[Steve]

Military authorities okay the offered Union force of Sasidwi-class ships.