European Heads of Government / State Meeting - Europolis, 6th July 2020
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(But suddenly the door is opened abruptly)
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, state leaders, can I have a seat?I would like to do a proposal, if Mr, Juncker approves it.
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Juncker looked at the EU Councillor and thought: Does not Mennrimians read what this summit is it really about? My god, this is exhausting. Finally, he talked to the Mennrimian EU Councillor:
"Welcome Mr. Karlssen. Sadly, you can't attend to this meeting. This is only for Heads of Government or State, not to EU Councillors. I'm sorry."
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Then the councillor looked at him and he said
"Ok Mr Internal Affairs Commissioner just don't be surprised if Mennrimiak acts in retaliation,Thank you and goodbye.
But when he leaves the room he thinks
"Oh God what happens to this guy, now i know why Reitzmic politicians hate him so much, and im not surprised" and then he leaves the building via helicopter. -
Juncker seemed surprised with that upbringing of the Mennrimian European Union's Councillor. In fact, he was surprised about his attitude. He couldn't believe that an EU Councillor, which is supposed to be nice with everyone, threatened an EU Commissioner. His face described the surprise that he got perfectly.
"Sorry for this interruption ladies and gentlemens. Obviusly this ways of talking into me are not the best but I don't know what I did wrong. Anyway, let's continue with our debate."
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'Mr. Juncker, with all due respect. I would not support lengthening the term of the European Commissioners. And I suggest that you don't propose that as a bill. First of all, that would simply make you look power-hungry as you are trying to lengthen your term of office."
"And wow Mr. Juncker, another building. Are you trying to tell us that you want to lengthen your term of office so you can accomplish that building?" Then he laughs a bit. "Are you kidding Mr. Juncker?"
"I'm sorry if I may sound very displeasing in this way, but I would like to question those proposals of yours. Anyhow, I'd like to hear from the other heads of states/governments."
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Aguilar stood up to talk and took his notes, red them one last time and started to speak in front of the other Heads of Government from all the European Union. He wasn't nervous or anything, he was just focused on his speech. Before pronouncing the first words of his speech, he thought on all he had done to get onto this situation, to talk in front of the other nations, some being extremists, others being rude like that Mennrimian Councillor that entered and threatened his friend, Jean-Claude Juncker, and others like Simon Bridges being Simon Bridges and acting like a Reitzmic high position does when he talks to a Spanish high office, as he was used to see. He finally thought on the 37.720.000 Spanish people that he had in his hands. It was the time to talk about the proposals from, in his humble opinion, one of the best, if not the best, Commissioner of Internal Affairs, as he thought the same of Whiteford and Reynels. He finally proceeded:
"Good afternoon everyone and thank you Jean-Claude for your proposals into the first point of the meeting agenda. I'm going to be very clear on my opinion, and firstly I would like to hear others than just you, Simon and me in this meeting.
It's true that the Commission's period are too short for what we expect from a Commissioner. The External Affairs being every 8 months it's fine, but Premier and Internal Affairs Commissioner periods are just not enough. I'm going to set an example for that: Imagine that the Spanish Government period would be 1 year. It won't be enough time to make all your proposals happen. I think that's why Mr. Juncker proposed that, instead as Mr. Bridges said, being a power-hungry person. Is this a Winston ad after losing Commission Elections Mr. Bridges?
About the building, I see it as a good idea. We need to have more buildings in Europolis, but not just for the Internal Affairs Commissioners, but for every single Commissioner. I would like to see, if it's possible, a photo of how the building would like, as the proposal was made, there has to be a project planned for it. And I would like to ask if there would be an bidding competition to get an enterprise to build that building from any country or from more than 1 country.
And finally, I would like to condem those ways that the Mennrimian Councillor used to talk at the Internal Affairs Commissioner. I personally think that if some of us here would do that, we would be embarrased the day after. And our citizens would not take that as a good thing. We should respect the European Union high offices. That's all by me, thank you for listening."
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"I must agree with the Spanish President on this. In addition, I can understand from the Commissioner's standpoint on why he wants to extend the term of the position. I am in favor of having the position extended in the way that the Commissioner proposes, but I would ask the leaders in this meeting for such an implementation to be made for the next coming commissioner elections.
Furthermore, in regards to the building construction for the Internal Affairs Commissioners, I must also agree with the Spanish President on the request of a photo or picture of what this building will look like and whether or not if there is bidding competition planned for it. As President of the Commonwealth of Leagio, i will confirm that there is a prestigious company that would be willing to take part in a bid to ensure the construction of the building with the top and even beyond construction standards than what Leagio requires to be followed. That is all, I would like to say for now. Thank you for listening."
Kenith Lifejumper
President of the Commonwealth of Leagio -
Černá stood up to react to the words of president Lifejumper
"Ladies and Gentlemen, I agree with the wise words of president Lifejumper, on the topic of extending the length of the term of the Premier Commissioner and the Internal Affairs Commissioner. The reasons for extending the terms make sense, however the current Commissioners were elected for 4 months, applying the extended terms for them would mean to cheat those who elected the current Commissioners for the 4 month term." -
Not even a few minutes into the meeting and already there was a threat made against the commissioner, and a head of government was already blatantly disrespecting them. Typical Europolis day Kristian thought. They had hoped to keep a rather lower profile, but it was very evident that they would need to take a more involved approach.
"We have had seen great success in changing the Foreign Affairs Commissioner's term to eight months, something that could help Premiers and Internal Affair Commissioners also in the long run. We've applied these sorts of changes before constitutionally, and it never affected the current term so I have no idea where Prime Minister Bridges is suddenly believing Commissioner Juncker is simply power hungry. Any change to the term length would logically apply to the next term, and its rather dangerous and in fact negligent of Prime Minister Bridges to attempt to portray Commissioner Juncker's proposal as anything but sincere. I wonder if Prime Minister Bridges would be speaking a different tune if it was Mr. Winston in Commissioner Juncker's spot. I guess the campaigning never ends for Winston and his friends.
The commission buildings we have currently have had a number of terror attacks, and have grown to house more and more agencies and offices a year. I welcome a proposal to find a way to construct a new building with better security in mind, as well as more ecologically sustainable. I would like to see if we could get as many agencies under the scope of the Internal Affairs Commission under this one building to save costs as well. "
Kristian Nylund
Archrepublic of Vayinaod -
Emryc Isla's jaw had slowly dropped as he heard Juncker's proposals. As Juncker continued, he started to laugh, desperately trying to do so as quietly and subtly as possible. He started to weep with laughter when Juncker ejected Cllr Karlssen from the summit like a complete boss. Eventually he composed himself before speaking.
"Sorry, I've got to side with the Bridgemeister on this one. It's almost as if you've gathered us all here, Jean-Claude, to tell us about your plan to double, or even triple, the length of your term, and build a new building for yourself. How do I swipe left on this on your app?"
"If you made promises you couldn't keep in your term in office, that's your problem. We're all politicians, we all have to deal with that. At the very least, the current term should be four months for Premier and Internal as normal, and I'd suggest that if we are to change, we do so at the end of the current Foreign Affairs Commissioner's term."
"I mean, it's just... I can't even... ha... you literally call us all here and your first action, top of the agenda, other than the app, is to say 'hey, how about we cancel the next election and give me a second term', and then Jesus is all 'no, Jean, you're so wonderful, have a THIRD term, no need for elections! And maybe we'll have elections then, and if you win you get SIX terms!' Do you have any idea how this looks to people in Kingswinford, and Damaszka, and Edessa? I'm sorry if my laughing was... is disrespectful, but the people watching the news in Angleter tonight, good grief, if you think you've seen disrespectful, bloody hell."
"The citizens want to get away from you, Jean-Claude. Angleter is deleting the EU app, and we're not paying for Juncker Towers either. You've already beat Trympov, you don't need to have a bigger building than him too."
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Finally an opinion that actually makes sense! Dante Maximillian always respected Emryc Isla's brutally honest opinions and rose to pile on some more criticism, blunt Duxburian style.
"Extending Commission terms is a terrible idea. 180 days for a single term is way too long. My country has seen quite a few Commissioners come and go that we really couldn't stand. Imagine being stuck with a Commissioner who doesn't represent you and openly antagonizes you for an entire year? Just, no. Definite no to any changes being applied to the present term.
Why do we need a new internal affairs building? Is there something so wrong with the current facilities that a single commission office needs its own building? I haven't seen a study on need or anything, this seems rather arbitrary. If it does need a building, why does it have to be a new construction? There is no existing building in the entire city that can accomodate the needs of a commission office? I find that hard to believe. The entire Duxburian federal government operates out of one structure and it's thousands of years old. New construction sounds like a complete waste of money, of which around a fifth is OUR money, mind you.
15 million downloads sounds like a bust in a region with population nearing a billion and a half. Assuming proportional reach, only around 1.8 million out of 176 million Duxburians have it. Trash reality shows have more viewership than that. Sounds like it still needs a lot of work, especially in outreach.
As for culture, yeah we have a lot of interesting things. For now. A lot of them are under active assault by people who want us all to be cookie-cutter clone countries of each other. What makes the Union of Duxburian Dominions unique slips further and further every year."
Dante Maximillian
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Juncker stood up to talk:
"I would like to excuse me for the mistake in my speech. What I wanted to say at first, and this opinion is what I really think about this, it's that this measure would apply for the next term which we are electing in September if my calculations are alright. Thank you."
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Simon who had continuously been watching Juncker and Aguilar's actions then stood up and talked calmly:
"Well, Mr. Juncker. I would support that in one condition. And that is if you are not re-elected next year. You getting re-elected on the second term having additional years of tenure is not far from what we thought you were trying to do a while ago. And it would also allow you to be re-elected once more with the new 4 month term."
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Mikaela found herself to be quite thrilled and amused when the man from Mennrimiak was denied entry into the room. Finally, something interesting was happening! The Archbishop tried to suppress her laughter as much as possible in order to stop herself from being rude, but as Prime Minister Isla then began to weep with laughter, Mikaela couldn't help herself. Once anybody started to laugh, Mikaela always found herself laughing too. It was simply a natural reaction. Mikaela put her hand to her mouth to muffle her laughter as much as possible.
The Archbishop listened intently as the leaders spoke, but once the Duxburian Steward mentioned trashy reality TV, Mikaela knew it was her time to shine. At long last, a topic that Mikaela was well acquainted with. Mikaela stood up proudly to address the room.
"The people of the Duxburian Union have taste. I hope you all managed to catch the premiere episode of Mikaela Kligenberg: On Top of the World on July 2nd. The ratings have been coming in and it's been a great hit! The reception has been... critical. But that's what critics do, they critique. Besides, critically-reviewed doesn't sound that bad! At least they're watching. Anyway, the next episode airs next week Thursday, so if you can't watch it live, be sure to record it. People are saying it's revolutionizing the reality TV world, so check it out!
I definitely think I could help with the app. Like, we need to add a music feature. You can use all of my music, royalty free. Jam out to your favourite pop hit of mine while you catch up with latest from the EU. I would be soooo into that! I might actually use the app myself TBH! We could also, like, totally monetize it. Put some Kligenberg Industries ads on there and BOOM! Also, like, add an Instagram feed so we can like, totally stay up-to-date with Commissioner Reynels's gym routine. Have you guys ever tried his Peach Plumpers workout routine? Or his Back and Bicep Blasts? They're soooo good! He's like, low-key a personal trainer, just saying. So many more people would be using the app if we used these ideas, I'm telling you.
Like TBH you guys, I actually have to agree with Prime Minister Isla and Mr. Steward, the Commission terms lengths are like, totally fine. I mean, they're just long and short enough that Commissioners are encouraged to act fast. Commissioners aren't really supposed to be waiting around or being idle in their duties. 4 months is enough time for one term, and 8 months for two terms is actually very generous. This is why I resigned from that one Commission job I had, ugh was that terrible. I had to go to Dromund Kaas you guys! Dromund Kaas!
I can also like, totally help with this whole new Commission buildings situation. I'm willing to give a full interior design consultation to redesign all of the European Union buildings, and that should help in terms of opening up new spaces and make new room, as well as by totally glamming all those buildings up. I once took a summer course in feng shui from this like, kind of sketchy online learning place, but I honestly had like, the hottest teacher. Oh my goodness you guys, he was like a pro surfer dude who like, really knew his stuff about feng shui... and also about Nicoleizian realism, weirdly. People tell me all the time I have a great eye for design and also for details. I can totally reorganize all the office floors, change the interior designs and choose some new decor... they will all basically be like new buildings. We will save on so many costs by doing that instead, you guys. I totally have some ideas already saved on my Pinterest. Just some food for thought."
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A European Councillor storming in and threatening a Commissioner before swiftly storming out again was not on Lord Christopher Strathclyde's bingo list. However, the Duxburian and Angleteric delegation torpedoing any proposal which would take a shred of sovereignty away from their governments was. Bonus points were awarded for every time Mikaela Kligenberg mentioned either a hot guy or a reality TV show, or for every use of the phrase 'you guys'. Before long, Christopher was imagining being at home, his small cottage in the Terra Rosarum countryside, surrounded by no one, having to speak to no one, not having to listen to fashion and guy talk, or even worse, stupidity and nationalism. His daydreaming was rudely interrupted by his neighbour, Commissioner Juncker, nudging him to speak.
"We shall be sure to investigate your Pinterest with admirable frequency, Archbishop. The Inimician goverment loves a good building, and it loves a good governmental building even more. Indeed, the only thing the Imperial administration loves more than a good government building is the blowing up of one. It is therefore highly understandable that the current Europolis buildings, which suffer from various deficits already eloquently put forward by those excellent speeches - well, some of them were excellent, at least - preceding mine. Furthermore, nothing in this Union appears insoluable by a committee, and I'm sure the correct buildings would be most effectively designed and constructed by a committee of our bravest and best designers, engineers, and architects. I'm sure the Archbishop would volunteer for this body, and I'm equally confident His Imperial Majesty would aim to make an ever so slightly pink-shaded camp mark on the new buildings. Let it be so.
"As for the Commission terms, if only for practical reasons, the Empire would support all commission posts comprising the same term lengths. The Inimician People have many different layers of government to keep up with as is, and indeed they have a completely renovating constitutional review to deal with usually every two weeks or so. The Inimician position is thus: extend all terms to 8 months, or decrease all to 4. Whichever is preferable, I'll leave to you estimable ladies and gentlemen to decide: who knows, perhaps Cllr Karssen has some ideas, or could threaten us all into adopting a completely different option."
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Katrin Weber, staring intently at Commissioner Juncker, smiled in the disconcerting way she was so famous for in Eastern Haane. "Terrifying, as though she's planning to kill you," someone had once said. She was, of course, perfectly harmless; but certainly, it was a very good thing to have here, surrounded by capitalists and anti-democrats.
"The idea of extending terms is terrible. I am already against the Commission in that I believe that individual commissioners should not have the power to make decisions by themselves; but this...I don't quite know how to describe it. The work of a commissioner is not be to sway the Union whichever way they like; it is simply to maintain it, nothing more, nothing less. One does not need a term lasting several years to do this. At the same time, however, I acknowledge that the Commission needs new buildings. The current ones, in my view, are outdated and not suited to provide for the current scope of the Union, and at the same time are entirely unable to adapt to future changes. Everything must be rebuilt, as to ensure that our new buildings are able to be used in a number of different scenarios and functions for a very long time. We have, in fact, many examples of this in Eastern Haane, especially in the smaller cities."
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Juncker stood up, took his notes and started his speech. It was obvious that some didn't like him, like Mr. Isla, and others hated him like Simon because Winston lost against him. "How sad it is to be angry for that, isn't it?" He thought.
"Thank you everyone for yout thoughts. I'm very pleased to see mostly everyone has made a speech. Now, I'm going to answer everyone of you and after that, we will move on to the 2nd matter.
Mr. Bridges, you say you were having at least some respect towards me, but seconds later, you call me a power-hungry person and also, you laugh at my face. I think that you have a kind of different meaning of what respect is. The term legthen would be, as I said, for the next one if I get elected. As far as I know, Reitzmag does not decide anything in how many times I can run or if I'm getting elected or not. So please, let's not anticipate what is happening on the future. About the building, obviously it takes more than 6 months to build it, so it's completely silly to think it will be completed before the term ends. And again, I would like to insist on something: You are not going to decide when I run for Internal Affairs, when I do not, when I do this and when I don't. I know you would like Atty. Winston to be in my seat, but Europe didn't trust him. My reccomendation it's to start respecting the results.
Secondly, I'm going to answer the Spanish, Leagioan and Czech Presidents. I would like to thank you 3 for your support to those proposals. About the building, it would look like this:"
"The building would be located here, in Europolis, and there would be a bidding competition in which the Internal Affairs Commission will choose 3 enterprises to build the new European Union's building. Every nation will be allowed to take part on that bid, and I'm very pleased to see that the Leagioan President has said some enterprises from his country are alredy interested.
Moving on, we have Arch-konsul Nylund. Firstly I would like to thank you for your support to these proposals I've brought. I would specifically talk about security in that new building. If we get to build it, we will be looking for enterprises that guarantee a better security for it, as also to allow the building to be ecologically sustainable. As I said in my campaign, Climate Change it's one of my worries, and making the building to be ecologically sustainable it's a must do. The building will also allow to relocate new agencies that depend of the Internal Affairs Commission, and I would like to thank you for that idea.
Moving on, I would like to answer Mr. Isla and Mr. Maximillian together, as their speeches have been quite similar. Firstly Mr. Isla, I would like to see some respect from you towards me. I didn't laugh at you when you were giving your speech, and if we don't guarantee respect here, I think we would have to look closely on what it's happening with some here. Anyway, you both are opposed to extending the term to 6 months, 2 months less than the External Affairs Commissioner. As also Mikaela and Katrin are against, I would like to explain why; This is not only for doing more things during your term, but also it would benefit member-states. Also Mr. Isla, I think you have exaggerated quite a lot. If we expand the terms, the 2 terms limit would apply to me and Mrs. Whiteford, so no worries. I know Mr. Isla that you don't like anyone that is not called Dragan and his surname it's Trympov, and Mr. Maximillian does not like to pay for buildings that would benefit all of us. About the app, new ads would be set as a new update is being introduced late this month.
Finally, I would like to thank Inimicous and Eastern Haane, along with Inquista for supporting the building project."
Juncker stopped, drank water and went on again:
"And now we move on to point number 2, which is Diplomacy and Tensions, in which I have incluided the proposals of discussing the Spanish-Reitzmic feud and the Icholasen's Comunnist coup. Before getting into that, I would like to say that we have been living lots of tensions and lack of diplomacy in the European Union. Nofoagan and Eastern Haane's crisis, along with the Icholasen's coup and diplomatic tensions between some countries are just a bit of what we have been able to see. I, once again, offer my mediation for any conflict and I would like to say that my office is open and I will welcome anyone that knocks the door of it.
The Spanish-Reitzmic diplomatic problem is something that we need to look closely. I think that we can compare it to 2 siblings that can't get along. All started with the kidnap of Bernie Sanders, to which some countries of Europe reacted with sanctions. Most of them have been lifted, but Spanish sanctions still remain. This seems to be fair, as every country can choose how long do they extend their sanctions or not. I would like to say that Reitzmag allowed me to campaign in Copala City, decission which I'm very pleased with. Sadly, "bribing" companies to retire from Spain, and getting your European Councillor to say Spain invaded Reitzmag's sovereignty it's out of place. Spain could have also done some things better. For example, we see constant reproaches from their EU Councillor, and I still pray for not having a fight in the middle of the EU Council. Mennrimiak seems to have joined this feud after the announcement of the bribes from you, Simon. No one here has acted perfectly, you 3 have to do better if we want to fix this. And I hope you can try to solve things here now
And now, I'm moving on to the Icholasen's coup. I would like to say that I'm open to negociate with the UNSR their retirement from occuping the land of Icholasen. It's also sad that a nation that condemned the coup recognised the illegal Communist regime. If negociation does not work, I think that we would need to search for a plan that does not invlove war. I would like to hear Koronaju's opinion about this matter, as it worries me. Icholasen's weapons are for sure in their hands, and in their arsenal they have nukes. It's very dangerous, but together we will be able to turn Icholasen back to normal."
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Simon was very displeased to hear how Juncker's statements began to lean towards giving more support to the Spanish side. As he spoke, Simon began to be frustrated since Juncker did not understand what he said. So he explained:
"Ok Mr. Juncker, I think you did not understand what I meant by my recent statement. First of all, if you apply your proposal for the next term and you will win, this would give you a 3rd term (but this time with the new term length). And all-in-all, if you will win your third term, you would in total have 16 years!? Mr. Juncker if you mind, I do have respect for you which is why I advised you to not do that as it would make you look power-hungry."
"And now, about the building. First of all, I want you Mr. Juncker to know that you are going to use budgets from our countries in the construction of that building you are proposing. And I am telling you right now with all due respect that I am not going to spend Reitzmag's contributions to the EU Budget for such a, hopefully not, overpriced building"
"Moving on, you mentioned the diplomatic tensions around Europe. And I applaud you for taking a keen interest in the Hispano-Reitzmic Diplomatic Conflict. But, I am very displeased how you address this. Your current tonality is showing that you are supporting the Spanish team. Now, how could I ensure that there would be a fair decision if you Mr. Juncker are not being neutral?"
"Finally, you also mentioned me paying to different Reitzmic companies to pull-out from Spain. First of all, I'd like to explain this. The Spanish government had been pretending for a long time that no one in Spain buys Reitzmic products. So, I am very sure that you heard Mr. Dastis' press statement. Second of all, these companies have no choice as they are not gaining revenue from their branches in Spain. Which is a plus factor of which forced the to also retire from Spain. But in total, I'd like to hear more from my fellow European leaders here. Thank you."
The Bridges sat down and sighs as he seated. Then he drank a glass of water and said to himself.
"Maybe Mr. Juncker just did not understand what I was saying. I wonder how this man became the IAC even if he can't understand English."
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Lifejumper mentally shook his head as he felt bad for the Commissioner in the madness that he has to deal with inside the room. He would rather go back to being Governor-General and deal with the calmer Senate within the National Congress. He is glad to not be registered within the EDLR at this point. He swears that the National Congress in Tullion is more mature than most of the people in this room.
"First, I would like to say Commissioner Juncker that i am in favor of the building design. If the Prime Minister of Reitzmag is concerned about the size of the costs for the project, i would like for him to understand that is the reason for a bidding competition. To see how low a company is willing to spend on the construction and make the final cost to the client as cheap and in case of the building as structurally sound as possible. Now, on the issue on the Reitzmag-Spanish, the Commonwealth of Leagio has determined to remain neutral and impartial on the issue as we understand the viewpoints of the two nations. I hope that maybe that the tensions between the two nations can be able to come to some sort of understanding or solution with each other. "
The President of Leagio takes sip out of his glass of water and continues to speak.
"On the issue of Icholasen and the UNSR, the Commonwealth as not announced a formal opinion on the issue as this came before our acceptance within the EU community. But i have already signed an executive order preventing any trade between UNSR and the Commonwealth until the Common Government of Leagio decides on a opinion. According to recent Leagioan national polls, 84% of the country (with a 2.7% margin of error) is concerned about the aftermath of the coup that happened in Icholasen. The rest of the country is not concerned or have not formed an opinion. But you need to understand that according to some letters that read from my fellow Leagioans, they want the government not to recognize the goverment of the UNSR and accept Free Icholasen as the legimate government."
"Now, i understand why you would like to avoid using a plan that involves warfare. However, as much as i hate to say it, that may be an option depending on what the UNSR does as the days and weeks go by. But at this moment, i am in favor of any plan that does not bring about war. In speaking of that, one of the things that we could do is find some way to connect to the people that live within the island nation occupied by an illegitimate government. Tell those people that are suffering under that false government to be strong and do what is right for them to stand up against their occuipiers. If we can find a way to avoid having to have blood on our hands and result in a mass protest within the UNSR then it could be possible that it could collapse against its own people. However, i think that we should hear what the other members of this meeting think before any agreement on what to do is made."
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Juncker, from his seat, nodded to Lifejumper as he smiled to him. Suddenly, he stood up for a short speech:
"Mr. Bridges, you have refeared to the External Affairs Minister of Spain, Mr. Dastis. First of all, there's no free trade agreement between both countries, so they can allow Reitzmic products or not, they are on their right, as you could deny Spanish products, but I highly doubt Spain sends products to Reitzmag, anyway we have the Spanish President here, so you can ask him about that. Those branches you have mentioned were cooled down with this agreement, or that's what I do understand by "Any assets originating from the United Reichs of Reitzmag in the Kingdom of Spain will be frozen immediately." or "Spain is also not allowing any Reitzmatic enterprise to export their products to Spain." Paying these companies for their retirement is bribing, even if they are not getting any benefit.
Again, I'm not sided with the Hispanic or Reitzmic side. I think no one really is on this room except you and Mr. Aguilar. We, the others, are completely neutral. This problem came after your country kidnapped a Foreign Affairs Minister, and great progress has been made on moving forward, which I would like to applaud. But, bribing companies is not the best way to solve this, as Spain has done things bad like criticizing a TV programme for saying bad things about them, for example. No one in this conflict is perfect, you both has made mistakes and if you think I'm sided, then I would like to ask you the following question: Why didn't I submit a motion to sanction you when I first arrived into my office? Mr. Bridges, I must insist on this: No one is against your country, absolutely no one."
The Kingdom of Spain
