Changes on Border Checks
At reccomendation of the Weisser Report reccomendations we have introduced the Extraordinary Border Check process with extra steps required for citizens of the following nations required on entry including extra checks on visas and interviews to establish reason for visits. The nations affected are:
Gadalland and Aspern
Istkalen
Nofoaga
North Diessen
Pravoslaviya
UNSR

All flights to and from those nations will also face extra anti-trafficking checks. We assure the nations this is in aid of fighting crime especially of the drug and human trafficking nature . We are doing this to protect citizens of said countries from exploitation by criminal gangs.

Weekly Weather Report

Nationwide Weekly Temperature

Date National Average Temperature (Celsius) Highest (Average) Lowest (Average) 24/01/22 9 22 - 8 25/01/22 7 19 - 14 26/01/22 - - -

Temperature by City - 25/01/22

City Average temperature Highest Lowest Hugoslavia 12 21 2 Portovo 9 18 6 Edgemorta 13 20 9 New Amsterdam - 11 8 - 15 Doh Tin Mah City 9 15 - 1 Yormanes 8 17 11 North Wilhelm Arctic Isles (Province) - 22 - 4 - 12

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STATEMENT ON THE EXTREMIST GROUPS IN ANASTASIA CITY

The Kingdom of Reitzmag expresses its concern over the situation in the United Duchies and has decided to take measures to prevent possible rise of extremism in the country. After further deliberation, the National Security Council had added 46 names of individuals related to the attacks in Copala City, now Caspian City, last year to the Terror List. The individuals' identities had been verified and investigated thoroughly by the National Intelligence Service prior to this decision. The investigations to be conducted with the Duchian Police may result in more names to be added to the Terror List.

As per protocol, individuals in the Terror List are immediately arrested and sentenced according to the charges proven against them in court. Terrorists who carry any deadly weapon are immediately shot to be immobilized and taken for hospital arrest before being sentenced in court. Individuals usually in the terror list are sentenced to lifetime imprisonment without bail.

Sir Simon Bridges, GCB KCMG GCHT
Prime Minister, Kingdom of Reitzmag

Chung Eui-yong
Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Noted:

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Georgius, primus habere tale nomen, Dei Gratia Rex Britannici Regni Reitzmag, aliorumque Regnorum ac Territoriorum Fidei Defensor (His Majesty George, the first of his name, By the Grace of God, King of the Britannic Kingdom of Reitzmag and of His other Realms and Territories, Defender of the Faith)

ADDRESS ON THE SITUATION IN THE UNITED DUCHIES

Prime Minister Bridges comes into the room and to the podium as reporters stand as sign of respect. He then signals them to take their seats.

PM: Good day people of this great nation. As you may have heard from various news outlets, chaos has struck Anastasia City in the United Duchies. It is in the government's interests to act quickly to address this situation and relieve our people of their worries on the country's safety and security.

We have been shocked by the sudden attacks on the sovereignty of our friends and allies in the Southwestern part of this continent. And for this we condemn those behind this violence who seek to create chaos and instability in the region. Currently, we are cooperating with the Duchian Government on assisting them with ongoing investigation efforts on the situation. The National Intelligence Service has informed us that they will be dispatching teams from the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) and the Security Service (MI5) to provide possible relevant information to the attacks which may link to the recent attacks in Copala City, now Caspian City.

In addition, we are also coordinating with the Duchian Government on possible dispatch of military personnel to provide support to the Duchian Coastguard and Armed Forces in securing its borders and preventing the escape of possible suspects. Flights to the United Duchies shall also continue except in airports near Anastasia City, further information about cancellation of flights may be inquired at the website of His Majesty's Government and with your airline.

Finally, we assure all our citizens that there will be no disruption with our maritime trade despite the situation in the United Duchies. Although most of our trade comes from air freight, our maritime trade relies on the United Duchies which hosts our goods to be transported by land or by the canal before transiting to the Red Sea or the Caspian Sea and vice versa. We hope that these assurances will be enough to curb the worries of our citizens and those people who are concerned. Thank you, that is all for now.

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On Anastasia City

The events that have taken place in Anastasia City today are worrying and concerning, such as the ones that took place months ago in Copala City. We call the insurgents and rebels on the area to respect the laws of the United Duchies, as we offer our full support to the UD in this challenge to their sovereignty and security. The Spanish Ministry for Social Affairs, Social Rights, Inclusion, Migrations and Equality would like to offer the United Duchies to flee Nicoleizian refugees only from Anastasia City to Ibiza and the Balearic Islands, where the offices of the Government of Free Icholasen are located.

Nicoleizians no longer deserve to see their lives conditioned by terrorist attacks and insurgencies, and the Kingdom of Spain wishes to help them with this. The Nicoleizian Government has been contacted and has also expressed its support to this operation. We hope for a fast answer from the United Duchies, to save more people as we can during this difficult times.

D. Barack Obama
Minister for Social Affairs, Social Rights, Inclusion, Migrations and Equality

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On the Public Disorder and Attacks in Anastasia City

The Anastasian Government is deeply concerned about the recent happenings in the city, which are similar to the ones that we saw in Copala City, and have been allegedly done by the same segment of the population that caused trouble in our past home. This Government offers its support to the Duchian Government in any and all measures they consider appropiate, nonetheless we believe blocking all entries and exits to the city will only worsen the situation and cause more casualties than the ones we have had already. As Duchess-Mayor of Anastasia City, I call the United Duchies to act in order to evacuate tourists and innocent people from this town as soon as possible, in order to save as many lives as we can.

Laura Harden
Duchess-Mayor of Anastasia City

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Statement on Anastasia City
Imperial Foreign Officer Sarah Gladwell

The Imperial Government has once again been shocked by renewed tumult abroad, although this time, much closer to its own borders than was previously the case. With horror, we watch events in Anastasia City unfold, events which appear to involve underground explosions and armed insurgencies. Much remains unclear about what has gone on and what the Duchian response to these apparent disasters will contain.

Nevertheless, the Imperial Government will not sit idly by as a potentially harmful force emerges just across the sea from the Emperor's territories. With this in mind, I am using my authority under the Great Imperial Seal and the Constitution of the Empire of Inimcus to announce a temporary ban on any and all entry of individuals from the United Duchies. Individuals with ties to Anastasia City who currently reside in the Empire of Inimicus are asked to report themselves to local law enforcement. Those who do not turn themselves in will be found, rest assured.

I have also asked Imperial Defence Officer Mancov to dispatch elements of the Imperial Navy's Second Fleet to international waters close to Anastasia City to monitor the situation, to prevent any insurgents from escaping, and to support the United Duchies coastguard.

The Imperial Government further questions, and has always questioned, the establishment of Anastasia City so close to its own borders. Perhaps, and we would work with the Duchian government on this, it is time to find the inhabitants of this troubled place a new home. His Imperial Majesty the Emperor has asked me to express His willingness to house the vast majority of Anastasia City residents within the Empire, and His readiness for prompt dialogue with involved parties.

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Official Communique from the Department of State

2 days ago the Kingdom of Spain decided to initiate yet another power trip within the Straits of Gibraltar. We don't know why the Kingdom of Spain insists on raising the prices of goods that will ripple across Europe beyond the Gibraltar Strait and punish nations within that region on a whim, but that is the activity that they have chosen to undergo.

I'm sure that we are not the only nation to express concern either in the present or the past that a Sub-national agency dictates the terms of trade for so many nations, but we suspect that those concerns have fell on deaf ears before. We will of course be willing to find alternative ways to work with and trade with nations in that region of course for those willing to approach us.

However we are especially watching with keen interest the 4th criteria of entry into the Strait of Gibraltar which states "IV. All kind of vessels registered in, going to or coming from the Republic of Yosai will not be allowed to the Strait of Gibraltar". We can only see this as some kind of childish reprisal over the fact that Spain doesn't like the fact that they can no longer claim full ownership which they never fully had over the Red Strait or as they call it the Adventuranza Strait and has shown their intentions of never being fully willing to approach us as equals or as productive and peaceful neighbors.

What this is, is a policy of a child lashing out and throwing their toys out of the cott because he doesn't like the rules. So here we are again. We were hoping that with the Crisis of the Red Strait/Adventuranza Strait crisis over, we can both just leave each other alone, call a truce and go our seperate ways and conduct our affairs with other nations without undermining each other and coexisting like mature adults do but the Kingdom of Spain has shown that it has no interest in that and is only interest with us is to antagonise and create another crisis.

We will of course be willing to negotiate with Spain but on equal footing when they choose to to grow up.

@Nofoaga Accepted! The diplomatic mission of the Carribbean Common Community Commission is warmly welcomed to Istkalen.

@Kingdom-of-Reitzmag The diplomatic mission of the Kingdom of Reitzmag is advised to reduce the number of security personnel present. The government of the Republic of Istkalen is capable of providing adequate security services to all embassies.

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Information About Procedures for Extradition of Foreign National s

Please find a sample Arrest Information Document, which explains the procedure of arrest should a foreign national be arrested in Gadalland and Aspern.

You will also find information about the Expedited Removal Scheme.

Below is a sample document given to all foreigners arrested in Gadalland and Aspern informing them of rules regarding legal rights and rules.

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Requests approved @spain

Travel Advisory Update January 2022

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Her Excellency Sarah Gladwell IC, Imperial Foreign Officer, as authorised under the Great Imperial Seal and the Constitution of the Empire of Inimicus, issues the following revised travel advisories, valid as of 18th Jan 2022.

Commonwealth of Leagio: moved from AMBER (travel highly discouraged) to YELLOW (be vigilant). The Imperial Foreign Office recognises the improved stability and lack of open incident in Leagio, and no longer discourages Inimician nationals to travel thence. Remain aware of your surroundings. If in need, contact the IFO on +47 999 888 777 66.

Six Unions of Gadalland and Aspern: moved from AMBER (travel highly discouraged) to YELLOW (higher-than-average risks). While the nation-wide lockdown applicable in Gadalland and Aspern appears to have come to an end, the IFO nevertheless warns Inimician nationals travelling to Gadalland and Aspern to remain vigilant. Consular assistance may be limited.

Clan democracy of Stathae: moved from GREEN (no special risks) to AMBER (travel highly discouraged). Arbitrary attacks on journalists and dissidents have placed international pressure on Strathae. The IFO does not maintain a diplomatic presence in Strathae and extraction from the country is unlikely. Any Inimician nationals in Strathae are advised to leave as soon as practicable. In an emergency, contact the IFO on +47 999 888 777 66.

Federal Republic of Yosai: moved from GREEN (no special risks) to YELLOW (higher-than-average-risks). Due to recent diplomatic incidents, Inimician nationals travelling to Yosai may face unwarranted questioning or discrimination. Remain vigilant and follow directions from Yosainese authorities. Consular assistance in Yosai may be limited.

United Principalities of Ineland: added to the GREEN list (no special risks).

Passes available:
DuchiesGoCard:
DuchiesGo is a payment system usable on all transport . You just put funds on this pass or link it to your bank card and you can use it on all public transport or to buy a DuchiesGoPass for durations from 1 Week to 1 Month for Tourists for unlimited travel on all Trains, Buses, Trams and Coaches in the country.

CityPass
City passes are passes that give access to or discounts on attractions in a city and include access to public transport for the region or city. You can buy passes from 1 Day to 1 month. Some shops and restaurants also give discounts for passholders.

DuchyPass
Duchy Passes work for a Duchy you get access to all public transit in a Duchy and includes a national Duchies Go Pass for that Duchy for the amount of people, they operate like a CityPass giving access or discounts on attractions or in shops and restaurants.

DuchiesPass
Duchies pass includes all Public transit in the Duchies and gives access to attractions or discounts for attractions as well as operating as a discount card for restaurants and shops that choose to give discounts.

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OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF NOFOAGA

CONCERNING THE REFORM OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF THE REPUBLIC OF NOFOAGA

In order to protect and strengthen the security of the Republic, its inhabitants, the territory and the institutions which it represents, it is decided that:

The political formation 'Mouvement des Gentilles', which is also represented in the National Assembly of the Republic of Nofoaga, is immediately dissolved and banned from any activity on the grounds of betrayal of the Republic and its institutions, terrorism and permanent disturbance of the public order.

As a result, this decision means that eight of the seventeen seats in the National Assembly of the Republic of Nofoaga are immediately vacant.

PRESIDENTIAL DECREE ON THE AUTOMATIC ALLOCATION OF VACANT SEATS IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TO THE NOFOAGA AOMA POLITICAL GROUP

In order to guarantee and safeguard the functioning of the National Assembly of the Republic of Nofoaga, this presidential decree stipulates that:

The eight vacant seats in the National Assembly are allocated to the political group Nofoega Aoma. The seats of the independent people's representatives are incorporated with the seats of the political group Nofoega Aoma. Two of the seventeen seats will be automatically awarded to representatives of the indigenous population, as determined in 2021. One of the seventeen seats is automatically awarded to the Territories subject to Spanish jurisdiction in Nofoaga (Spanish citizen) and that it will be part of the majority except for the exercise of president of the Republic of Nofoaga.

Signed on 17.01.2022, Port Beauharnais
Mrs. Lula Namatatiki
President of the Republic of Nofoaga

The application from the United Principalities of Ineland has been accepted. Welcome to the Kingdom of Spain!

D. Fernando Eguidazu Palacios
Secretary of State for the European Union

Letter of Resignation

The social conditions in Istkalen, after significant progress, have deteriorated rapidly. Due to the unwise decisions of but a few, the state has been plunged into reaction, secularism torn asunder. Religion cannot and must never rule; and yet what the members of this government have done is allow it to.

Less than nine months ago, psychotic individuals, consuming copious quantities of drugs and under foreign command, were further addled by crazed religious ideals, by superstition, which pushed them to take terrible decisions which took the whole of our country into darkness. This is the decay of religion; this is the decay which the state is now headlong racing towards. Already it is like a fungus, spreading; soon the state, the nation, will be sickened again, and soon will it perish.

Instead of combatting the fungus, instead of attempting to exterminate it, the members of this government have decided to feed it, to consume more of them, ever more, as though they have a death wish.

We can no longer put a stop to this; power has gone from us and has been flung into the hands of the crazed - the religious. All we may do is step aside, to refuse to be associated with this horror. Our names shall not be a part of it; we shall have nothing to do with it, and we certainly will not facilitate it.

Our action will be doubly a symbol, to demonstrate to the good people of our Istkalen the evil of religion, what it brings the state to. All will see, all will know, and thus all will act. We relinquish power now to gain it again from the future and prevent the unscrupulous and deranged from holding it.

We thus communicate our joint intention to resign our posts, effective immediately. An end must be put to the terrible force of religion before it consumes the nation completely.

Kaisa Malk

Ilisapit Íkrat

Grete Reiner

Erik Seiler

Makketis Ikalsser

Milrakas Isele

@GANIA

Your application for an embassy in the Sertian Union has been approved.

We are pleased to welcome Ambassador Sanchez to Gadalland and Aspern.
Please direct all relevant enquiries to

GANIA Embassy
78 Borbrin Street
Hemberdale 1-34-12
Gadalland
Sertian Union

The Foreign Office welcomes Ambassador Kraus ( @Ineland ) to Kazmurbirhaz. We look forward to working with Ineland in the future.

(OOC: Oh boy, this thread is old and it needs at least a big overhaul. I might end up making a new thread and redoing this. Everyone that has applied thusfar will keep their embassies, but new applicants-- please wait until I make a new thread. Thank you!)