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Defender Imperialism is a softer version of Imperialism that is practiced by LKE or TNI. A defender Imperialist acts only when they get invitations from legitimate natives to protect their region , although they can even offer their help to suffering regions. They either support their delegate with WA backup like normal defenders or take over the delegacy of vulnerable regions for a short time and during the period, try to infuse activity and life into the region , create of-site forums for them and when the region picks up and becomes stronger, the defender imperialists leave the region in the hands of legitimate natives.
We have done this in Orion, wherein we have propped up the delegacy. We did this in Greece where we supported the native Hellenes against the Persians till the Persian founder resurrected and ended the game.
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The 12th REC was the first five member REC installed after the revision of the CoC Constitution with the following members:
Chancellor: Alkoul
Speaker: ArkorniasSecretary General: Eastland DuchiesProsecutor General: WyethalaniaLord Commander: NoorderkwartierCabinet:Minister(Interior Affairs):LunidiaMinister(Foreign Affairs):OberseewaldMinister(Culture):SkakoMinister(Finance):Nouelle CalaisMinister(Recruitment): BesateThe International Crowns CourtSan Monteriano(Chief Justice), Aquenetta, Churchilland
ELECTIONS TO THE 12th REC:What an exciting month it has been for our region, in over a months time we have elected a new Crown Court, which was seated by; The Unified Hawaiian Islands, San Monteriano and Zagornias. Two weeks latter the elections for the 12th Regional Executive Council were called, the early candidates for Chancellor were Alkoul and Kinnickinee, until a few days latter when Kinnickinee pulled out leaving the Alkoul the lone candidate for the Chancellorship.There was only one Candidate for Speaker, and that was Zagornias. Secretary General was between Kinnickinee and Eastland Duchies, and for the 12th REC we found a new position that was up for grabs the office of Prosecutor General which was previously an appointed position, now became a dully elected position. The candidates for Prosecutor General were current Prosecutor General Wyethalania and Aquenetta.As Alkoul had run unopposed for the Chancellorship, there was no need for official elections and Alkoul was named the as the 9th Chancellor of the CoC. Same with the position of Speaker, Zagornias ran unopposed and was also named Speaker. However though the other two positions and their candidates had to go to the polls and let the democratic process work. After four days of voting, Eastland Duchies had won the Secretary Generalship, while Wyethalania had kept his seat as Prosecutor General.The First two priorities of the new REC was to elect the Lord Commander, who is in-charge of our Defense Force and a new Justice for the court as Zagornias had to resign under the Political Monopoly Act. After a few days of debate, the REC elected Noorderkwartier to the post of Lord Commander, while Churchilland was elected as the new Justice.I) FOREIGN AFFAIRS:With the change of guard and installation of the 12th REC public pressure mounted against imperialistic ambitions of erstwhile CoC governments. Overt gameplay operations were put on hold by a cautious Chancellor who preferred to tread a non-assertive path. Despite this, the CoC received a call for defense from a region ,Orion, which went founderless and the REC thankfully sanctioned the military operation to defend the region. Led by the Lord Commander Noorewrkwartier, 5 military nations joined the military effort to bolster the Orion delegacy. The Orion administration acknowledged our help as it kept The Black Riders at bay. A snapshot of the Orion RMB:[bgcolor=#fb8a00]Internal Disagreements[/bgcolor]In the past few weeks the our region had been in turmoil as the former Minister of Finance, GuatemalaCity announced news that The Regional Relief Resources Association Act (RRRAA) fund had been stolen, which totaled to over $800 million. This was during a heated time when member Kinnickinee believed that his nation and people were lead astray by the 11th REC that their nation were told to contact the then Chancellor BORDURIAA on how to attain RRRAA funds. This dispute with the nation of Kinnickinee and the members of the 11th REC started to become out of hand, which lead the Crown Court to issue statements, then finally issuing a Cease and desist order over the matter. We hope however though the newly appointed Minister of Finance, Lentheric can help restore faith in the regions' financial laws and funds. But the Bill he proposed 'Commonwealth Revenue Act" was opposed tooth and nail by many members. This led to the resignation by Lentheric as finance Minister and his exit from the region. He was invited back by Borduriaa into the region.DEFENDER IMPERIALISM:The Chancellor also showed great statesmanship by bringing a debate on a new concept: "defender imperialism" as the region was split in the middle on whether CoC should continue on it's track of agressive Imperialism. The debate on Imperialism spilled over to the RMB too and building a consensus, the Chancellor impressed on the REC to adopt a 'defender imperialism' whic sought to accomodate regions which voluntarily asked for aid or invited the CoC for military assistance.Noted defender, Unibot III was also invited by Chancellor Alkoul to give his statement on the subject of "defender Imperialism" wherein he glady obliged.The main issues of strong internal disagreement in the region were the issue of imperialism and the issue of taxes.Membership DeclineOver the past few weeks, despite the best efforts of our team of recruiters the membership with in the region has been on a steady decline, the major problem of the decline is that many members are ceasing to exist and that the region each week finds it self with a population deficit. The new Secretary General Eastland Duchies, who is in charge of the internal affairs of the CoC is working with their appointed Minister of Recruitment Besate to find solutions to stem the tide of CTE'd and grow the region once more. Till the time of filing the report, our membership stood at 129, a deep fall from our maximum strength of 180+ members nine months back.News from the House of Nobles:The Commonwealth Revenue act was dumped after Lentheric, the proposer resigned. His succesor, Nouelle Calais, proposed the "Finance ministry Act" which was strongly debated by members. The difference in the interpretation of the bill led to a referal of the bill to the Supreme Court by Borduriaa for a decision on whether the Act was an amendment to the existing RRRA Act or a new legislation. As the Courts stalled, the bill is still languishing in the debate hall.Elections to the 13th REC: Meanwhile Elections to the 13th REC has been declared with a plethora of candidates jumping into fray. 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The XIth Regional Executive Council:
July/August 2013 Update
Chancellor: Borduriaa
Speaker: Noorderkwartier
Secretary General: Lentheric
Cabinet:
Minister(Interior Affairs):The Eastland Duchies
Minister(Foreign Affairs):Velykyy Ukraina
Minister(Culture):Alkoul
Minister(Finance):GuatemalaCity
Secretariat:
Secretary(Justice):Aquenetta
The International Crowns Court
San Monteriano(Chief Justice),Unified Hawaiian Islands, Zargonias
New Appointments:
The 5th International Crowns Court was elected by the Crowns Assembly and the appointment of the prosecutor General of the region by the ICC is presently on.
I) FOREIGN AFFAIRS:
i) GREECE:
The tragic events in Greece after the Persian founder Yauna resurrected, which resulted in eviction of Greeks and the CoC military presence was deeply imprinted in the minds of all. Sassanid Empire, the new Persian Delegate of Greece has declared enmity with CoC which is reflected in the WFE of the region. The CoC had stood by it's Greek friends in their struggle for their legitimate homeland which has been usurped by the Persians.
Here is the WFE of Greece wherein the Persian Occupiers have declared war on us:-
ii) The CoC congratulated Pharaoh Cormac Stark in his successful attempt in winning back the delegacy of Osiris which was couped by Gatesville.
iii) THE COALITION OF SOVEREIGN STATES:-
The Commonwealth Army password protected the the Coalition of Sovereign States--a region whose founding fathers and other members have joined CoC in a merger effort.
II) INTERNAL AFFAIRS:
i) Nations departing and ceasing to exist plagued CoC as the attrition rate could not fight off the immigration. As a result we lost a sizeable number of members. The API key also could not yield much results.
ii) July was a bad month for the region as we lost quite a few senior and active members due to mis-understandings which could have been avoided.
Midway in the 11th REC 's tenure , the region was rocked by allegations of the Chancellor using arm-twisting tactics and corruption to gain control of a small region called The Commonwealth Empire. The allegations were spearheaded by the vocal delegate from a nation widely known for his differences with the Chancellor, his Intra-region Spy agency and anti-Imperialist views and the issue virtually kept the region on it's toes for quite a number of days. The Chancellor defended the allegations of corruption pointing to salient features of the Constitution which allowed the Chancellor to offer any cabinet post to any member.
Questions on the future of the CoC army and the CoC's future as a gameplaying region ( which was under serious attack by the said nation) and the REC's efficacy in governing the region vis-a-vis the untenable demands , were also raised by the Chancellor . The RMB was in fire and vitriol was free flowing as members traded charges and counter charges.
In the midst of the ruckus, Wiendonia, an erstwhile declared enemy of the region entered the region and requested to be accepted.
While the call mounted on the Chancellor to ban Wiendonia, the Chancellor stood his ground and started a poll for the Assembly to take this decision as he felt that all his actions would be negatively judged by detractors.
The last straw from detractors came in the form of allegation of lack of transparency in th part of the Chancellor on the issue of defense of Greece. Since Greece was an issue which was well informed and known to all and well recorded in the past foreign updates too, Belhorizon's tirade lost steam. As a corollary to this incident, Belhorizon emigrated to TAR and therafter normalcy and peace returned to the region. Wiendonia was also promptly banjected from the region in favour of public demand.
III) ROLE PLAY:
Many RPs are continuing presently in the forum. To name a few, The Downfall of the Royal Eagle , An Awakening, The Fundiroobain uprising 2.0 are some of the well attended RPs that are continuing now.
Allegations of mixing FT with MT resulted in Vetega, a founding nation, leaving the region to chart it's own course.
IV) CROWNS ASSEMBLY NEWS:[/color]
1. Proposed (and primarily drafted )by Unified Hawaiian Islands and contributed virtually by the whole region in the Assembly debate, a new Constitution was debated upon widely and ultimately put to vote. at the time of writing this update, the vote on the new Constitution is in full swing. The new Constitution amalgamated erstwhile rules and regulations and made a consolidated document for ease of operations.
While it preserved many features like a 5 membered REC and the Helladric Reforms, it also included the hardline Monarchjist only demands in it, made the Lord Commander's vote in the REC a tie breaking one, instead of a regular vote.
The Constitution was widely hailed by all and addresses the concern of many members. The credit goes to UHI , who has been able to successfully capture the imagination and aspirations of the region in a single document.
The 2013 Constitutional Convention in session:
V) INTERNATIONAL CROWNS COURT:
The 3 member ICC assumed office, with San Monteriano and UHI getting the highest Assembly votes. San Monteriano having the most votes became the Chief Justice. Zargonias was elected as the REC nominee in the ICC unanimously. This signified a return of the ex-ILN members into active positions of power in the region.
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The Xth Regional Executive Council:
Chancellor: Besate
Speaker: Velykyy Ukraina
Secretary General: The Antarctica TerritoriesCabinet:
Minister(Interior Affairs):Jewish-Polish Empire
Minister(Foreign Affairs):BORDURIAA
Minister(Culture):Sayeram
Minister(Defence):ChurchillandSecretariat:
Secretary(Justice):Syldevia
Secretary(Finance):GuatemalaCity
Secretary(Immigration): Noorderkwartier & " target="_blank">AngliaThe International Crowns Court
Oberseewald(Chief Justice), Vetega, Imperial Yamea
Prosecutor General: Lentheric[/New Appointments:
The honourable Speaker has appointed Borduriaa as his deputy.
Lentheric has been appointed as the Prosecutor General by the ICC.
Noorderkwartier got a helping hand when Anglia was appointed by Besate as the second Secretary of immigration.
Jewish-Polish Empire has been appointed as Minister(Interior) after The Eastland Duchies resigned.
Syldevia was assigned the Secretariat of Justice , replacing KOPB.I) FOREIGN AFFAIRS:
i) GREECE:
The Commonwealth effort in defending the Greek delegate Nikolaus came to a naught as the Greece founder , Yauna resurfaced and in his expected treacherous style, staged another coup to expel both Greek and CoC forces from the Islands. While he stood a mute spectator to the ascension of the Persian Sassanid Empire to the delegacy, his actions have proved beyond doubt abut his Persian roots.Our action of defence have earned us the goodwill of the Greeks, which they shall be reciprocating.
ii) After mutual endorsements by the Commonwealth of Crowns and fellow monarchist region, The Commonwealth of Kings, the treaty of mutual defence between the two regions is in force.
iii) THE COALITION OF SOVEREIGN STATES:-
The Commonwealth is also successfully defending the Coalition of Sovereign States--a region whose founding fathers and other members have joined CoC in a merger effort. We are being helped by Greek rebel military in this effort. The region has been secured as on date.iv) Noted raider regions of the yesteryears---The Phantom Knights and The United Forces of Darkness have been annexed by the Commonwealth forces and added to it's ever expanding empire. The Phantom knights have an active raiding history where they had aided the Black Hawks mostly upto 2012 after which they disbanded.
v) Past active regions of United Africa and Pax Imperium have also been annexed after refounding by COC Army and granted dominion status. Natives of these regions have returned to these regions and have started self-governance activities, which the CoC is actively supporting.
II) INTERNAL AFFAIRS:i) Immigration was steady although the issue of nations CTEing has led the CoC membership to drop below the 180s . We expect more responses to our recruitment pleas in the days to come with the adoption of API client key.
ii) Forum membership has again risen to 84, at the time of filing this report.
III) ROLE PLAY:
Sayeram, the Culture Minister 's RP, Return of Dusk continues alomg with the raffle . Overall it was not a very exciting month for RPs. Alkoul's sports RPs have returned with a bang. Besate has also started an RP based on the old Vorson colonial subcontinent , which is picking up.IV) THE INTERNATIONAL CROWNS COURT:
Besate , Chancellor of CoC and a known hardliner monarchist wanted a final interpretation for the Article I of the Constitution regarding the status of non-monarchies in CoC and petitioned the International Crowns Court. The ICC , led by Chief Justice Oberseewald turned down the request with a reminder that the Article I was self-explanatory and only the Assembly had the right to amend it.
V) CROWNS ASSEMBLY NEWS: [/color]
1. Proposed by Noorderkwartier and supported by Borduriaa, the "REC expansion Amendment" was pushed to the debate hall by deputy Speaker Borduriaa. Presently this bill is under active debate and Chancellor Besate ,Lentheric, Assam, Imperial yamea and Antarctica actively participating. The debate rages on the issue of making a few cabinet posts permanent and the appointment of the Prosecutor General and Lord COmmander of the Commonwealth Army to the REC.
2. Imperial Yamea's legislation regarding No Confidence and censure Motion was declared as passed in a Crowns Assembly vote. This has brought a much required law to the lawbooks of the Commonwealth and is another feather in the cap of Constitution Architect Imperial Yamea.
Assembly in session:
3. The Antarctica Territories proposed bill , The Commonwealth Army Act became law after it garnered majority supported as a new legislation. The much awaited Act has paved the way for the formal establishment of the Commonwealth Army for defending it's Overseas territories and allies. With the passage of this Act, the elections for the post of Lord Commander of the Commonwealth Army has been declared with Borduriaa standing unopposed. With this law, the Crowns Assembly formalizes the entry of the CoC into the realm of active gameplay.
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With the onset of May , the Bordurian Chancellery completed it's tenure and elections were announced to the 3 member Regional Executive Council (REC) for the three posts of Chancellor, Secretary General and Speaker. The election saw wide participation of nations and resluted in the return of of the veteran Besate as the Chancellor, a new nation--Velykyy Ukraina as the Speaker and Antarctica Territories was announced elected unopposed.
The 10th Regional Executive Council:
Chancellor: Besate
Speaker: Velykyy Ukraina
Secretary General: The Antarctica Territories
The new cabinet announced by Chancellor Besate was mix of Youth and Experience.
Cabinet:
Minister(Interior Affairs):Eastland Duchies
Minister(Foreign Affairs):BORDURIAA
Minister(Culture):Sayeram
Minister(Defence):Churchilland
Secretariat:
Secretary(Justice):Kingdom of the Polar Bear
Secretary(Immigration):VetegaA lookup at the recent events:
i) FOREIGN AFFAIRS:
With the ascension of Borduriaa to the helm of foreign affairs and the free hand provided to the foreign Minister for conducting the foreign Policy of CoC by the Chancellor, foreign policy saw a proactive turn.
i) GREECE:
A request for defense came from the delegate of Greece, a region plagued by war with Persia. Greece has been recently liberated after the Persian invader imposed barriers removed, which had witnessed the return of banjected Greek natives back to their homeland.
The Commonwealth of Crowns , with it's avowed policy of helping it's allies in times of need and in line with this policy, the Regional Executive Council of the Commonweath of Crowns unanimously agreed to send military forces to Greece for i't defense.
Troops from Borduriaa, Antarctica Territories, Noorderkwartier, Lentheric, and Velykyy Ukraina landed on the shors of Greece and endorsed the delegate to boost up the defenses.
As on date , the Greek delegate is gaining in influence and hence our primary objective of bolstering the delegacy was achieved. The Greeks have also acknowledged the effort of our nations in defending their motherland.
Greece's WFE also reflects this , in the words of their delegate, Nikolaus:
The Chancellor of the Commonwealth of Crowns has of course made it clear that CoC will maintain it's neutrality in the area of gameplay and only assist it's ally regions upon rerquested to do so.
ii) A mutual defense treaty was agreed upon by both the foreign Ministers of The Commonwealth of Crowns and fellow monarchist region, The Commonwealth of Kings. The treaty is expected to come into force after the Commonwealth REC endorses it.
iii) A surprise request for amnesty came from Wiendonia, a declared enemy of the region surrendering all it's claims to the colonies acquired by CoC , viz, Global federation of Nations, Global Alliance , United Coalition and The Federation of Kievan Rus. Wiendonia also requested entry into the CoC . The request , although supported by a few members and most notably by Wiendonia's most vocal opponent --The Antarctica Territories, was rejected by the Regional Executive Council.
II) INTERNAL AFFAIRS:
i) Recruitment saw a slump with more nations CTEing ( including the vociferous leading nation, Belhorizon) than joining and we dropped behind the 190s. We expect more responses to our recruitment pleas in the days to come.
ii) Most importantly, the period saw the return of Osthia, the first founder of the region, back to it's fold.
III) ROLE PLAY:
Sayeram , the new Culture Minister was the pick of the lot amongst the new nations. His RP, Return of Dusk has been a hit and attarcting varied responses. Sayeram has also re-introduced the raffle back into CoC.
IV) THE INTERNATIONAL CROWNS COURT:
The election of BEsate as Chancellor, saw the annointment of Oberseewald as the Chief Justice. Elections to the vacant post of judge was also announced at the time of filing this report.
V) SENATE NEWS:
1. The Antarctica Territories introduced the "Commonwealth Army Act" which sought to create the military wing of CoC and a new Constitutional post of "Lord Protector General". This was hailed by many including Lentheric and Borduriaa as an epoch-making moment , despite notes of caution from veteran member, Imperial Yamea. -
The April 2013 Update:
April has been a very hectic month .
It all started after the swearing in of the new Govt under the Chancellry of Borduriaa.Crowns Assembly News:-
1) There was an emergency legislation ( REC Balancing Act) ,proposed to clip the powers of the Regional Executive Council of CoC by Emmanuel Bassil of Belhorizon, which led to a fiery discussion in the Debate hall of the Crowns Assembly. Chancellor Borduriaa was the most vocal opposition in this regard. The bill has'nt got past the debating stage , with the originator's continued absence from the proceedings.2) A Constitutional Amendment for reinforcing the monarchist traditions of the region [The Monarchist Government Violation Act] proposed by Gennomia and San Monteriano could'nt form the necessary quorum (25%) and hence failed.
3)The 'Commonwealth Revenue Service Act " , a legislation to introduce taxation in the CoC, proposed by Finance Minister Lentheric was also struck down as unconstitutional by Secretary General Noorderkwartier. ALthough the bill showed promise, the SG felt that taxation would interfere with the sovereinty of the nations in the region.
4) The Order of succession Act , proposed by Renovia saw rough weather when initially Secretary General declared it unconstitutional. This was later retracted and the bill judged as constitutional. The bill garnered support and was passed in a 14:1 Assembly vote, with 1 abstention.
Outside the Assembly, there were major discussions initiated by Belhorizon about the introduction of a money system in CoC, complete with tax reforms.
Immigration:
Once again the 200 mark proved to be elusive as there were a lot of nations CTEing. It is hoped that by June, we would be able to cross the barrier and move over to the 250s. We have witnessed the return of active controversial member , The Sandwich Isles back to CoC .
Foreign Affais:
1. The Coup-de-etat in The South Pacific:
The coup in the South Pacific and the dissolution of the CoC embassy by the renegade delegate, Milograd had a ripple efect in the CoC. Members were appaled that the democratic traditions of the region were thrown to the winds and a sinister agenda was being shoved down the throats of the TSP civilians and natives. The illegitimate ejection of close to 400 natives and allied forces in TSP was an issue which rattled us. The so called "Revolution against Oligarchy" was also against the monarchist traditions of the CoC.Despite our professed neutrality in the gameplay arena, and after the CoC embassy in TSP was dissolved, the REC of the CoC took a tough decision to offer moral and military support to the Govt-in-exile of the South Pacific in their struggle to topple the leader of the Coup, Milograd. The CoC sent it's soldiers to take part in the endorsement campaign for Brutland .
We also established embassies with Free South Pacific--the seat of the Govt-in-exile of TSp which we recognize as the legitimate govt. of TSP.
CoC Soldiers in Counter-Coup covert action inside TSP territory as part of the Allied effort against the Milograd forces:
The Chancellor of CoC issued a message to the TSP on the coup as such:
The Regional Executive Council of the CoC has watched with trepidition the ghastly turn of events in The South Pacific, wherein the trust imposed on a delegate has been grossly betrayed and hundreds of natives exiled towards fulfilment of a dictatorial whim. The Delegate in question, Milograd has sought to destroy the well entrenched rule of law and upturn the democratic traditions of the South Pacific and wishes to turn it into a tin pot Banana republic.
The demolition of scores of embassies with regions without any notice also smack of scant regard to established International norms on inter-regional diplomatic efforts . We condemn the dissolution of embassies, which have been established after huge efforts by dedicated members, by the rouge delegate.
We stand in solidarity with the denizens of The South Pacific and will provide steadfast support to the re-establishment of democratic traditions of the region.
A small CoC force penetrated the shores of Milograd's citadel and offered WA support to the nominee of the Govt-in-exile of the Coalition of South Pacific. The attempts have been repulsed several times by the Milograd forces which have used brute force.
We have immense hope that the combined allied effort will be able to restore normalcy in TSP .
Borduriaa
Chancellor,
The Commonwealth of Crowns2. Effort was on to establish embassies with GCRs Balder & The East Pacific and also Equilism.
3. Foreign Secretary Momotsuu was replaced by Assam in the Diplomatic Corps.
4. The Imperial League of Nations,, finally merged with us, it's parent region.Roleplays:
1. The continued absence of the Belhorizon represantative also had a toll on the fast flowing RP---the "Fall of heroes" in which Belhorizon Emperor Emmanuel Bassil is murdered and there is a war of succession for the BElhorizonian throne between a general and the Crown Prince Clement Bassil. There has already been a tactical nucleur exchange between Vetega and Gennomia!!
2. The defection of Skako also led a death blow to the popular RP: "The beginning of the Storm".
3. The Sports RPs continued to be widely popular with Alkoul starting the CoC Champions League and Rugby Cuppe.
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I'm afraid I have'nt. Can you throw some light on it?
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Thats where the problem lies in 'recruitment". I have'nt seen another guy who is as motivated in recruiting as Noordy is ! I did my bit , but that was way back. I agree that we need to have a team for recruitment . We are presently growing in spurts now and the 200 figure seems to be elusive as ever!
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The credit for our recruitment goes to our present Secretary General, Noorderkwartier--an asset for any UCR. We are fortunate to have him with us. He also mentors young nations on the basics.
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Thanks Westwind,Intelleigent Holograms and God-Emperor for the kind comments!!
The turnout of 37 nations was really the highest we as a region have achieved in a governmental election.
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Official Communique from the Commonwealth of Crowns
ELECTIONS !!
In our most recent, democratic election, the Ninth Regional Executive Council came into being. This was a truly historic election: we had the highest voter turnout ever that reached over 37 participant nations,who picked between numerous qualified candidates running for each position. When the ballots were counted, Borduriaa was elected as our Chancellor; Noorderkwartier was elected as our Secretary-General, and Gennomia was elected as our Speaker. In this election, several cabinet positions were reconstituted and filled, which vastly expands our efficiency in dealing governmental operations.
The 9th REC:
(The Triumvirate)
Lord Chancellor-Delegate: Borduriaa
Lord Secretary General: Noorderkwartier
Lord Speaker: GennomiaCabinet:
Minister(Foreign Affairs): Wyethalania
Minister(Defense): Vetega
Minister(Internal Affairs) and Prosecutor General: Antarctica territories
Minsiter( Finance): Lentheric
Minister(Culture): Alkoul
Secretary (Immigration): Rosko
Foreign Secretaries : Morvum, MomotsuuRegional Growth:
This election came on the heels of unprecedented growth for the region, thanks to the almost single handed effort and dedication of Noorderkwartier. Our member nations increased by over fifty nations over the last few months. This was fostered by the implementation of rather advantageous recruiting mechanisms supported by the recent merger with the Organization of Independent States , had earlier evolved from the ILN, a region formed by CoC stalwarts. We hope to reach our population goal of 200 within a reasonably short amount of time. With such stalwart activity coursing through our regional veins, we shall endeavor to always remain what we are while seeking
to become closer to what we ought.Legislation:
Speaking of which, numerous bills have recently passed through our Crown Assembly cementing and synergizing our way of living. To name a few, The Eligibility Criteria (Amendment Bill) , which stipulates nations running for the Regional Executive Council will no longer be discriminated by population but by regional residency, ensures we have the most dedicated members running for the REC; there is also the Monarchial Government Violation Act, which is at vote and provides channels through which non-monarchial governments may be dealt with legally within the CoC, safeguards our regional customs.
Role Plays:
In March 2013, We entered the realm of Sports RP thanks to the efforts of our new Culture Minister, Alkoul and these has been extremely successful .Many a RP is presently active in the forums of our region. the notable ones are CCAF Cup, Rugby Cupe ,CoC Champions League.
After the completion of the epic War RP on the Vetegan War (The fallout) ,other Political Roleplays have become immensely popular, the foremost being The Fall of Heroes ,the Beginning of the Storm,The official Hunger Games,Space: the final frontier etc.
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Foreign Dispatch, February 2013:
I. GFN refounded by CoC:
The past few days were very hectic. The Commonwealth of Crowns is pleased to announce that we could secure justice for the residents of the Global Federation of Nations, who were unceremoniously ejected by their erstwhile founder, City of New Global .
At the request of the GFN natives, led by Herlosk, the CoC refounded the region after it was abandoned by it's past founder and thereafter ,GFN has been handed over to the natives. The native region of Herlosk was made Governor of the region. This gave new lease of life to the GFN and earned the natives' praise.In the events that followed, the past founder of GFN, Wiendonia, demanded that the CoC give back total control of the region to their nation. The threat of war loomed large on the region as Wiendonia did not wish to accept anything short of full founder control of the region.
The Chancellor of the CoC ,Lentheric pragmatically nominated a few members including Borduria, Belhorizon, Noorderkwartier and REC observer Imperial Yamea to negotiate with Wiendonia in a specially created zone--The Cavern. Although Wiendonia tried to internationalize the issue, he could not get any support from any region.
Ultimately, breakthrough was achieved after initial failures in talks and Wiendonia accepted the Cavern Accord, which gave him an opportunity to revive the GFN and the founding nation would be controlled by CoC.
With the signing of the Accord, Chancellor Lentheric addressed the region as follows:-
Member Nations of The Commonwealth of Crowns
It is with a heart filled with gladness that I announce the end of a matter which had the region on edge. I am please to announce that Wiendonia has accepted our terms to a peaceful resolution allowing him the position of World Assembly Delegate of the Global Federation of Nations.
I acknowledge nations such as Belhorizon, Borduriaa, Noorderkwatier, The Quadruplet Alliance and many other nations who has selfilessly given their time to bring the matter to a peaceful resolution. Your hard work and dedication is much refreshing and I personally celebrate in YOUR victory. A victory that has captured and moved the hearts of many nations within the region. You have been passive, objective and humble while dealing with Wiendonia, this region and its Government, and I salute you for that.
I further would personally like to thank Wiendonia for accepting the proposal, thus brining an end to possible conflict. I look forward to forming relationships with the regions in question and I hope that you will live up to what you told us, that you will forget the past and move to grow the regions in a positive manner.
To the region I would like to say, that as your elected leader I will not apologize for asserting my authority as it is expected of me to not only lead by words, but by example as well. I look to you to take up arms in the event a member of the elected government does not fulfil his/her duty, a duty which is owed to you and a duty which is expected to be completed. The region's well being and security is my first priority and it shall be defended with whatever might I have. The Government might be in authority, but we are under your authority as well, and we cannot function unless you keep us accountable.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs along with the Deputy Minister will conduct further mediation between Wiendonia and The CoC to help Wiendonia restructure the regions.
I again wish them well and again I thank you all for your patience, hard work and dedication.
I now ask the region to do business as usual and for the Ministers to check the forum for your new duties. I will contact you individually for further discussions.
Yours in service to The Commonwealth
The Chancellor
Regional news:
Meanwhile in Crowns City, the official HQRs of CoC, the 3 member International Crowns Court (ICC) was elected with Borduria as Chief Justice and Vetega and Oberseewald as member Judges.
The last few weeks saw the dramatic return of ex-CoC members back to CoC from OIS(Organization of Independent States) like San Monteriano, Skako, Alkoul, Wyethelania, Santa Cordova (Awaji) etc after their region's fall. It is noteworthy that the same members had formed the ILN after the split of 2011-12.
Membership hovered around the 110 figure after CTEs , defections supplemented by fresh recruits.
The Chancellor also reorganised the cabinet , by elevating the Secretary(Recruitment) to a full fledgd Ministry with a deputy Minister (GuatemalaCity) reporting to it. The Ministry of Finance was also abolished.
Foreign Affairs
Talks are on with the like minded region, The Commonwealth of Kings, to have a Treaty of Mutual Defense . The refounded ILN also expressed an interest to come under CoC protection, which is being examined.
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JANUARY 2013 UPDATE:-
It's been a great journey this month for the Commonwealth of Crowns.
Elections to the 8th Regional Executive Councils were held amidst stiff challenges and healthy competition. The United Kingdom of Lentheric and the Empire of Besate were locked in a stiff fight for the post of the powerful and coveted Chancellery. likewise, Imperial Yamea's second time bid for the Speaker's post was challenged by GuatemalaCity.
The results for the REC Elections were as follows:-
Chancellor-WA delegate: United Kingdom of Lentheric
Speaker: Imperial Yamea
Secretary General: Jewish-Polish Empire
Celebrations in the Regional Capital-The Crowns Island were on in full swing for the past few days and the Lentheric monarch, HRH Queen Alexis Lutheran addressed the CoC citizens.
The following was the text of the new Chancellor's speech after taking the oath of allegiance:Honorable Founder of The Commonwealth of Crowns, Esteemed Members of the Regional Executive Council, Their Excellencies, The Judges of The International Crown Court, Ministers of The Commonwealth Government, The Governor of The Commonwealth Bank and Member Nations of The Commonwealth of Crowns.
Firstly, I would like to thank you all for voting for The United Kingdom of Lentheric to lead this great region of ours. We have achieved this position by you having faith within us. We assure you Member Nations, that every action taken by the Lentheric Administration will be for the benefit of this region. We will work unselfishly and be open minded to suggestions and make sure that the rule of law prevails.
Secondly, I thank all Ministers for agreeing to take up a position in Government. You were chosen not blindly, but because of your activities and your willingness to help, lead and follow. You are strong individuals and I have faith in you all. Some of you know by now that Lentheric means business with regards to leadership. We are strict but fair, leaders, but followers as well and we will not tolerate inactive Ministers nor lazy ones. If you do not perform according to your duties, you will be replaced. Leadership is the ability to place yourself last and lead those who needs your guidance and support.
Thirdly, I must stress, the laws of this region shall be upheld by all who dwell within it. Any nation who breaks the rules or over rides the rulings of the ICC shall be dealt with by the REC. In the words of Theodore Roosevelt, "Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far." Justice will be the order of the day.
Lastly; We all have something to contribute in our own way. I encourage everyone to help where you can, get involved in the debates and have your say. Without you this region is nothing. You are important and you are valuable!
Thank you Member Nations.
"May the odds be ever in your favour"
Queen Alexis Anastasia Lutheran (Chancellor)
The United Kingdom of Lentheric
A new Cabinet was also appointed and sworn in by Lentheric . The ministers are:
Minister of Defence and Internal Affairs::Churchilland
Minister of Finance: GuatemalaCity
Minister of Foreign Affairs: BORDURIAA
Minister of Justice: Gennomia
Minister of Culture: Besate
Secy(Immigration): Noorderkwartier
Dy. Speaker: Helladria
The new Chancellor has laid stress on spreading the influence of the CoC and establishing long lasting relationships with like minded regions , while expanding it's membership and engaging in new RPs. -
Hope we have an update from your end in our forum!
Thanks
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THE COMMONWEALTH OF CROWNS
THE CHRISTMAS UPDATE:
A new Government was sworn in after the elections to the Regional Executive Council with Noorderkwartier as the Chancellor (Executive head), Borduriaa as the Secretary General (Constitutional Watchdog)and Imperial Yamea as Speaker (Legislative head).
Immediately upon assuming charge, the executve head, Chancellor Noorderkwartier appointed a cabinet as follows:
Minister of Defence:Lentheric
Minister of Finance: Belhorizon
Minister of Internal Affairs: Churchilland
Minister of Foreign Affairs: AngelzRealm
Minister of Justice: Vetega
Minister of Culture: Besate
Secy(Immigration):Syldevia
Events:
1) The chief of the opposition federalist bloc, The French Kingdom, leaves CoC and joins 'France" after his resolution is declared unconstitutional in Assembly by the Secretary General.
2) Region celebrates as membership crosses 100 and gatecrashes into the top 100 region group.
3)The Federalist movement in CoC is in disarray after the departure of the French Kingdom from CoC.
4) The Antarctica Territories withdraws all troops from CoC deployed areas and threatens to secede from CoC.
Crowns Assembly News:
1) The French Kingdom's 'Stop harming your kids" resolution --a bill to condemn human rights abuse against LGBT ,is declared unconstitutional in the Assembly by SG as it attempted to influence individual nation's policies.
2)Voting picks up on "Ethical Relations bill" proposed by The French Kingdom
3) Secretary General declares Antarctica Territories 's bill for monitoring the REC to be Constitutional, motion for vote passed.
4) Speaker, Imperial Yamea proposes new Bill for modalities of No Confidence Motion against REC members .
5) Lord Speaker sets new standard format for legislation which was passed as standing order by REC.
6)The Antarctica Territories unveils " Project evolution"-- a top secreat regional project to create super humans for the defense of CoC.
7) Helladria's Constitutional Reforms restarted after a hiatus.
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Yes, You are right, Westwind.
But ,fortunately, We have , till date been able to use it positively--we have seen that when the people are involved, it generates activity .
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THE COMMONWEALTH OF CROWNS
Weekly Update:
1. Oberseewald resigns from the Secretary General's post of CoC. This post checks all legislative bills for Constitutionality. Elections are underway for the post , with two contenders, founder Osberg-Thitania and Defense Minister GuatemalaCity in the fray. If elected, Guat has to relinquish his Ministry seat. We have a "Political Monopoly Eradication Act" to abide by, you see!
2. "The French Kingdom", formerly Justice Minister, CoC, has resurrected and rejoined CoC. We expect long drawn Court cases and litigations now. The French delegate has a penchant for legislation and is the Devil's Advocate !
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Westwind...
Your account as Ambassador in the CoC forum has been approved by our admins.
Here is your embassy:
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Sure, Westwind ! The CoC would endeavour that this friendship endures the vagaries of time!
The Commonwealth of Crowns forum is here :- (Please do register)
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Communique from The Commonwealth of Crowns to "The West Pacific"
At the very outset, we would like to thank the West Pacific for opening our embassy here. We have already opened YOUR embassy in our regional forum too and would like to request you to depute your Ambassador to our region.
Late last month,the 6th 3 member Regional government was elected by a region wide vote with the following office-bearers:
Lord Chancellor (Executive head): Borduriaa
Lord Speaker (Legislative head of Crowns Assembly): Noorderkwartier
Lord Secretary General (Guardian of Constitution): Oberseewald
Immediately Chancellor Borduriaa established a cabinet of Ministers for the day-t-day business of the region. The portfolios are as follows:-
Minister of Finance:Lentheric
Minister of Foreign Affairs: Belhorizon
Minister of Culture and Regional Cartographer: The Quadruple Alliance
Minister of Justice: Helladria
Minister of Internal Affairs: Besate
Minister of Defence: GuatemalaCity
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ELECTIONS:
Elections for the 3 member International Crowns Court is also presently continuing.
LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS:
Our founder ratified the mandate for reforms of the Constitution following a series of demands in the Crowns Assembly by members. Helladria has been made the draftsman of the reforms and a plethora of measures have been debated and voted upon--notably regarding the methodology of Constitutional Amendments. The reforms are still continuing .
FOREIGN AFFAIRS:
Immediately upon taking charge, Borduriaa started sending feelers to Game created regions like TWP, TNP and defender regions like Astrigeas, UDL etc. for embassies. Both in game and forum embassies were estbalished with "The West Pacific" .
'The West Pacific" remains special to the CoC and Embassy requests were made by our earlier Chancellor Lentheric too. We remain committed to maintaining our embassy and extend our relations to in-game embassies too.
ICC Election Update :
International Crowns Court Elections: The 3rd 3 member crowns Court was sworn in with the following members:
United Kingdom of Lentheric was elected as the Crowns Assembly's judge in the ICC.
The Quadruple Alliance was nominated as the Founder's nominee judge in the ICC.
The REC's nominee is Kingdom of the Polar bear.
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Hello, I am Borduriaa, Chancellor of "The Commonwealth of Crowns" . I was registered in your old forum and have registeried again. Till, our embassies are re-opened, We will post any important development in our region here!
, finally merged with us, it's parent region.
The Commonwealth of Crowns
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The XIth Regional Executive Council: