Ostara, Nehalenian Capital King George Therus III of Nehalenia had been staring out of the window of his royal palace as he overthought the current geo-political challenges Nehalenia was facing in this day and age. Nehalenia had been able to rapidly industrialize by the sheer wealth her colonial empire had generated. The wealth of the Nehalenian state had not gone unnoticed as other powers unrevealed their colonial ambition. The Zellons and Dalatrum had started to expand in The Western Sides and even a minor power like Baybrusal had managed to carve a piece of the delicious colonial pie. Word had reached the Nehalenian government that the Skeptonians had landed in Serranthia. The king finely turned around and overlooked the large table where all his cabinet members had gathered. “We are all here to discuss the current state of world affairs. Not only does the old world become a more hostile place, also the new world sees more competition for influence and colonial holdings. Today we discuss how we can face up to the challenges the current age gives us.” Justin Valor, minister of the navy was quick to take the word. “ We all know that the Zellon Empire and Skeptoni have build a larger naval force than us. Not only is their total ship numbers higher, their lack of overseas holdings allows them to fight more concentrated. We cannot allow to be just the 3th largest navy. We must heavily invest in our navy and make sure we always have the largest fleet!” Donald Torrin, minister of economic development shook his head in disagreement. The navy already takes up a large chunck of the states resources. “We currently don't have the manpower nor the funds to build up a navy large enough to face off with everyone. Dreaming of total naval supremacy by one nation is a thing of the past. No nation can simply afford to operate dozens of first rate ships. We should look for cooperation with other nations rather than competition. That way we can avoid an expensive arms race while continue to expand our influence in the new world.” Herald Owen, minister of foreign affairs nodded in agreement. “I do agree that it will be more fruitful to seek control over the seas in a multi-lateral approach. At times it is better to work together then to continue to be paranoid about your neighbors. In my opinion we should work to forming a coalition of new world exploring powers and divide the world into sphere of influence. Agree on who is allowed to colonize what territory and keep non coalition members out of the new world. Basically share the riches with a select group. Richard Bonaparte, minister of the army took the word. “As minister of the army, I have to say that it would be impossible to colonize and control the entire new worlds. To divide the land among friends is always a better option then to have an untrustworthy neighbor that will invade your lands at the first sign of weakness.” The minister of the navy once more took the word. “With who do you suggest we allighn our interest then? Kunenia? Thennia? Allying with such countries might only push our competition in the wrong way. The king stood up and commanded the silence of his ministers. “I have to agree with mister Owen and Torrin. We no longer dominate the seas and are no longer the only colonial power. To seek cooperation with others will benefit us more than spending massive amount of funds on armaments because our neighbors do the same. We shall invite nations to a conference to see if we can allighn our mutual interests and support each other in their ambitions.” [hider=To the royal family Kesa of Dalatrum – An intivation to the Ostara Conference] Greetings, With the utmost respect king George Therus III of Nehalenia would like to invite to the Ostara conference to discus the future of our mutual colonial ambitions. For a long time our great nations have looked at each other with fear and rivalry. King George Therus III of Nehalenia believes that mutual cooperation and friendship would be more benificial for both our nations compared to rivalry. Therefor the Nehalenian government would like to discus how our glorious nation could work together on colonial affairs. The conference will be held in Ostara, the capital of Nehalenia during summer time and multiple nations are invited to discus the possibility of a multi-lateral policy that benefits all of nations. We would like to hear if the royal family and/or government representatives of Dalatrum are interested in the possibility of friendship and cooperation. Greetings, His royal highness King George Therus III of Nehalenia [/hider] [hider=To Queen Emily IV of Kunenia – An Invitation to the Ostara Conference] Greetings, Hereby king George Therus III of Nehalenia would like to invite Queen Emily IV or representatives of her government to attend the Ostara conference on colonial matters. King George IV would like to discuss the opertunity to work more closely together on the parts of colonization and trade with the new world. The conference will be held in Ostara, the capital of Nehalenia during summer time and multiple nations are invited to discus the possibility of a multi-lateral colonial policy that benefits all of nations. We would like to hear if the royal family and/or government representatives of Dalatrum are interested in the possibility of friendship and cooperation. Greetings, His royal highness King George Therus III of Nehalenia [/hider]