"Prime Minister, it sounds like we have a deal!" Vivienne was thrilled that they came to an agreement.
"Now is there anything else you'd like to discuss? I got some news that the head of the Kingdom of Spain would also like to arrange a summit and I'd like to let them know when I'll be free," said Vivienne nervously and trying not to be impolite .
"Yes! The Republic of Odria would be honored to accept your invitation to the ECON! Of course, the implementation of all the policies tied with it will take some time, and correct me if I'm wrong but I believe the implementation period sits around 2 years. I believe that with the right wording we'll be able to pass all the legislation tied with it in a year." said Vivienne presenting a part of her prepared portfolio. It showed members of the House of Lowers in the opposition that are likely to support it.
"Now to the second thing I wanted to discuss before we move on. We recently discovered large amounts of gas under the seabed near our coast. Now, from the intel I've got, only a few members have access to gas reserves, and again correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that there is no pipeline in place to provide gas/oil to other members.
Where I'm heading is, if we propose a budget for a double pipeline (one for gas and the other for oil) to be built connecting mainly the Southeastern nations of ECON, would we get your vote?"
Despite the cold early morning Vivienne Carver, the Odrian Prime minister was now finalizing her speech and other portfolios in her place of stay. She hadn't gotten much sleep last night, but that did not bother her, as she worked tirelessly to accomplish something new, something grand.
"Ah, High Duke Nikolai so nice to see you again! Are you heading to the prime minister's chambers?" said Vivienne trying to keep the pace of the fast energetic walk.
"And if yes may I join you? I have something important to discuss with mister Key."
"Alright then, I'll have an online meeting with my ministers and I shall inform you of my decision. Perhaps I can even suggest something but let's not get ahead of ourselves," said Vivienne while shaking the PM's hand.
She already knew what the outcome would be regardless of what her ministers said. The more interesting part was an elaborate plan that had formed in her head during this meeting. This was the thing she now needed to speak to her ministers about.
"Certainly," said Vivienne "but as I said before I need to bring it up with my ministers. Is there anything else you'd like to discuss today? Tomorrow will definitely be a busy day full of decisions, so if you don't need anything else I might try to get in touch with the ministries." said Vivienne turning herself slowly to the door but not fully, only halfway in case Peter Key might have one more thing on the agenda today.
"Thank you once again for giving me the time to decide. I will discuss not only this but also other possibilities that would lead to an economic partnership." Vivienne said with gratitude.
"It would also be beneficial for both of our countries to put each other on the list of approved nations for our respective Foreign Investment Bank. I'm more than happy to do that if you're willing to!" exclaimed Vivienne with a beaming smile on her face.
This is the moment, her first international act. Of course meetings with representatives of other countries were held sometime before, but they have led to nothing more than reestablishing what has been established before.
"If I may," started nervously as a plan began to set into motion in her head, "could you provide me with a list of all active and potential candidates for ECON and subsequently for any other similar organizations?" Vivienne was now nervously twiddling with her thumbs. She knew she had no stance to ask such a thing, but her hope overshadowed this fact.
Vivianne sat down in a comfortable chair across from John Peter Key in his quarters' dining room. As was Mr. Key finishing his proposal, Vivienne found herself to be flabbergasted by his offering.
"Joining ECON would certainly be an honor, and thank you for considering our nation! I am just worried Odria is not yet in the state of a model candidate. In a year or two maybe, but right now we need to deal with our internal issues first, and joining ECON may lead to a shift in focus. And I'm not even mentioning the status differences between Odria and other members. But if you give me time, I can bring it up with my minister of foreign affairs Mx. Jordan Riley, and my minister of industry and trade Mx. Kiran Harper. I would make sure to schedule our online meeting this evening so that I have an answer by tomorrow."
Vivienne felt honored by the proposal but also knew she alone wasn't ready to make that big of a step. Mx. Riley and Harper were her long-time acquaintances. Their opinion on the matter would be crucial for Vivienne's decision.
"Would you allow me to elongate this summit by one day to give me time to make a decision Mr. Key?"
"Oh, that'd be lovely!" said Vivienne Carver. The press hasn't been easy on her, so a nice picture from this summit would be a way to appease them. The photographer took several photos of the PMs shaking hands and the background was filled with the stunning view that was presented to Vivienne moments before.
"Shall we get to business?" she asked, while carefully tidying her pencil skirt. Once again she reminded herself of the goal. Achieve economic partnership. But she knew it would not be easy. The United Dutchies were generous but providing Odria with free money wasn't on their generosity agenda. A trade deal was an option, but considering the current state of our industry, it would be a long run for UD.
"If we shall move onto the summit's agenda I suggest going to your office Mr. Key, or are u opposed?"
As Vivienne Carver stepped foot on their native soil a smile appeared on her face. She was composed yet a bit nervous for her first summit. After a short introduction with PM John Peter Key and the minister of foreign affairs High Duke Nikolai, they made their way to the Palace in Cair Para.
"Thank you again for inviting me into your country for this visit. It's a pleasant experience considering my country's recent history." said the Odrian Prime Minister and made herself comfortable in a place that could be described as a big office decorated with things from various time periods.
She had a sole goal on her mind. Not to screw this up, and potentially make an economic partner. Odria was struggling on this front and any partner would be of considerable help.
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Nation Name: The Republic of Odria, Odria
Nation Name on NationStates: Odria
Puppet: Not
Map plot requested: #50
Capital city: Erton
Currency: Odrian Lira (ODL)
National language(s): English, Cezaric
Head of State: The President Mr. Robin Mccray
Head of Government: Prime Minister Mrs. Vivienne Carver
Governing parties: Liberal Coalition Party, Agrarian Democratic Party &
Odrian Unionist Party
European Councillor: Mx. Charlie Briggs
Current participation in other regions: None
Past participation in other regions : None
My country accepts the Constitution and the Acquis Communautaire: YES