by beeman5 » Sun Sep 30, 2012 10:57 pm
30 May 3373
Undisclosed Location, San Zambrano, Gaduridos
The boardroom looks almost as if a major business transaction were about to take place or even a surrender between nations. Each few seats have a placard and flag in front of them denoting the country of the representatives.
Sorrentino entered and sauntered to the head of the table, flanked by his advisors.
"I thank you all for attending, especially the first five nations represented here: Indrala, Al'Badara, Sekowo, & Selucia. I have called this meeting as the world is increasingly becoming a pre-carious place with most nations only concerned about their internal affairs as they ignore the very real international affairs that affect all of our citizens at home. There is no doubt that our countries can depend on themselves and globalization has ensured the dependence of our economies on each other.
"Each of our nations do not operate in a vaccuum. We must recognize and establish an international forum where disputes may be heard and the principles of democracy, freedom, and peace are advanced.
"As the convening authority, I will chair this summit, if there is no objection. The rules for this summit will be that each nation receives one vote and we will abide by standard parliamentary practice (OOC: Robert's Rules of Order).
"Our agenda thus far is the Al'Badaran Crisis, Gao-Shawa Aggression, & Creation of an International Organization for Peace, Democracy, & Freedom. If there are any additions to the agenda, please feel free to nominate them.
"Our first item is the Al'Badaran Crisis. There is a growing humanitarian situation in Al'Badara as the nation transitions from one administration to another. In addition, there have been terrorist attacks as well as what some nations would describe as a political party with a terrorist arm not to mention concerns of genocide. As members of international community, we must band together to resolve this crisis that is quickly spiraling out of control. At this time, the floor is open for discussion."
(OOC: So it begins! If your nation would like to join, please feel free to act like your country was here since the start of the summit. Sorrentino will automatically recognize anyone who wishes to speak or make a motion. Motions require a second, though before it proceeds to voting. Please allow myself to move motions to a vote. For those unfamiliar with Robert's Rules of Order, you can reference what Model UN runs. My hope is to turn this into a UN-style organization.)