Yishelem calls on the formation of a supranational fleet in Hanzen
November 5384
Eroncourt, Lourenne - The Beiteynuese embassy in Eroncourt has released a press statement in response to the Hanzenese dropping their neutrality and aligning with Beiteynu and Lourenne, in an effort to pursue prospects of long-term stability in their region. The Medinat Department confirmed that a short communication with Udon Nakhon (capital of Hanzen) did take place last week, during which the Hanzenese sought advice on how to facilitate military deterrents. Presumably this came through defence executives in the Equifund, following the extensive military deal in 5374.
Katerina Sheket made a brief statement a few minutes ago:
We've been called to help remediate the lack of stability and lack of trust in the southwestern region of Dovani. Hanzen is in one of the most unique geopolitical positions in Dovani, bordering 5 states and with access to the western shores of the continent in a prime maritime pass with Seleya.
It is thus our duty as global facilitators to empower and help uplift Udon Nakhon.
Upon consulting with Eroncourt, Yishelem will respond.
When asked whether this represents a "blatant" opportunity in securing naval coverage in the region, Sheket declined to comment.
The press statement issued by the embassy in Beiteynu confirmed an invitation was sent to Kundrati, Luthori and Kalistan; the goal is to facilitate discussions between all 6 sides (with Katerina Sheket and Kavin Mahorit of the Kohav themselves to fly to Eroncourt) on the formation of a supranational carrier strike group to be stationed in either Khok Muang or Senphon, Hanzen's largest ports.
A preliminary executive summary by the Kohav speaks of a Mizrahi (Eastern) Carrier Strike Group composed of 4 Kotor-class frigates by Kundrati, 2 Vanguard class submarines by Luthori, 2 Horizon class destroyers by Lourenne, 2 Luxon class cruisers by Kalistan and 1 Queen Isabelle class aircraft carrier by Beiteynu, consisting of the Mizrahi Carrier Air Group of 50 Kfir jet fighters and 3 IBAE-400 multipurpose aircrafts. The summary cites that command and control of the fleet will fall under the structure of the Zaar Fleets, which will see its operations jointly mandated by Udon Nakhon itself. It concludes with a joint 1.3B LOD investment towards the expansion of existing Hanzenese naval bases in order to properly host the new fleet.
Should an agreement be made, the Kohav will work with the MOD's Department of Defence Contracts to expedite the required deals and budgets, which will most likely see the expansion plans of the Lekavot Fleet in northwest Beiteynu put on hold.
Equifund executives will meet with the Hanzenese Government to review further requirements on the local production of military equipment in Hanzen.
The Lavian will also contract 1 reconnaissance satellite to Hanzenese intelligence.