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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Yolo04 » Sun Jan 27, 2019 6:39 pm

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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Tue Jan 29, 2019 11:30 am

Vanukean Fleet En-route to Keymon
Powerful Aircraft Carrier Group To Take Part in Joint Naval Exercises With Ally

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The HVMS Kesprka, flagship of the Vanukean Fourth fleet.

January 4523 - Vanuku's Fourth Fleet has embarked for Keymon as part of naval exercises devised by the two countries.

The Carrier Air Group, headed up by the nuclear-powered flagship HVMS Kesprka, is due to arrive off the coast of Turtle Bay (Maddog Island) within a fortnight.

The exercise follows successful land-based military manoeuvres involving the two countries, which took place in Mkldrekrnék State, near to the cities of Noorddam and Havendam.

The MoD confirmed that the Fourth Fleet would remain in Keymonite waters for an indefinite period as the two co-operating nations carried out extensive security operations.

Vanukean Armed Forces Chief of Staff Grand Admiral Grzkai Anzlék echoed the thoughts of Keymon General of Operations Matteu Giovannina in hailing the land-based military exercises a great success.

He also said that Vanuku's new Rapid Response Brigades had been involved in the military programme and had faired extremely well.

Admiral Anzlék added: "We are looking to take this collaborative spirit into the naval exercises and believe this will ensure our two nations are ready to respond with maximum effectiveness should the need arise."
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Tue Jan 29, 2019 2:40 pm

Prefect Travels To Kafuristan to Hold Exploratory Talks On Closer Ties
Economic, Military and Political Proposals To Be Discussed - With A Focus On Kafuri Oil and Gas Industry Investment

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Discussions will include potential Vanukean investment in the Kafuri oil and gas production sector.

February 4523 - Prefect Herlkai Vrhelmszo has flown out to Kafuristan to hold talks about closer political and economic ties between the two Majatran nations.

Mr Vrhelmszo is expected to meet both Prime Minister Haazim Nassif and Minister of Foreign Affairs Kaphiri Dagher in al-Kasraj for the preliminary discussions on closer co-operation.

The Vanukean delegation is believed to be keen to look at investing in infrastructure and offshore production and prospecting projects related to the Kafuri oil and natural gas industry. Kafuristan has one of the largest fossil fuel resource pools in Terra but has slipped down the international rankings for oil and gas production and sales according to latest economic tracker statistics.

However, the recent decision by Kafuri President al-Sadhi to re-open the oil and gas industry has likely sparked a revival in its fortunes.

Although, around 75 per cent of Vanuku's current energy requirements are supplied by its extensive network of nuclear reactors, the kingdom is still very interested in securing access to regular, stable and cost effective oil and gas alternatives for both itself and other Majatran nations.

The Vanukean government said it was also ready to invest monies from the Majatran Development fund in health and social projects in Kafuristan. More funds are now available in the pot after Jelbania rejected any foreign interference in its affairs. It has seen Vanuku step away from a multi-billion VAN project, which would have seen the building of two nuclear reactors in the north of Jelbania to meet energy needs in the country.

There will also be wide-ranging discussions in relation to helping with the development of the Kafuri Majatran Armed Forces - with particular emphasis on training and equipment procurement.
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:33 am

Naval Fleet Heads to Kalistan As Conflict Breaks Out
Fourth Carrier Air Group To Take Up Position On Perimeter of Ananto Straits

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The Vanukean Fourth Fleet - a powerful armada of carriers, cruisers, destroyers, frigates and other support vessels - is now closing in on the Ananto Straits.

June 4523 - The Vanukean Ministry of Defence has confirmed that its Fourth Fleet has departed from its position off the coast of Keymon and is now heading into international waters close to the coast of Kalistan.

The powerful carrier group was taking part in naval military exercises near to Turtle Bay (Maddog Island) but has been ordered to take up a position on the northern perimeter of the Ananto Straits - a body of water claimed as sovereign territory by Kalistan, but disputed by other nations such as Kazulia and Lourenne.

Led by the nuclear aircraft carrier HVMS Kesprka the fleet, which is carrying a detachment of Kingdom Marines, is moving into position to support peacekeeping efforts as Kalistani government and paramilitary forces clash throughout the country. It is understood that a Keymonite peacekeeping force has already deployed in the coastal region of Vrassa District.

The Vanukean MoD said it would also carry out security and observational patrols in the area so as to report back to the World Congress regarding the extent of the conflict and to gauge whether the fighting was escalating and how it was impacting on civilians.
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Thu Jan 31, 2019 12:02 pm

Zhtal-Merlkai Patriarch Splits Noble Titles Between Two Sons
Duke Jebr Reviews Aristocratic House Succession Laws As Long-Running Row With Monarch Continues

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Duke Jebr and Princess Agzé pictured during happier times... their relationship has now become strained following the Zhtál family row with the King.

January 4524 - In a move away from traditional primogeniture succession in the Zhtál-Merlkai noble family, the current patriarch has named his second son as heir to one of his noble titles.

Duke Jebr Zhtál of Vrkzel has two boys from his marriage to the current King's granddaughter - they are Prince Temrkai Sigzma, who is 16, and 13-year old Prince Dytrik Kspar.

It is expected through the current royal line of succession that Prince Temrkai will one day be king, inheriting the throne from his mother Princess Agzé Banmek-Sntazed.

But the Duke, keen to ensure both his offspring inherit substantial titles and that the Zhtál-Merklai household has a lasting legacy, has taken the unorthodox step of naming his younger boy heir to his title pertaining to the Vrzkel ducal estate in northern Skrovestes. The elder, Temrkai, will still inherit the family titles in Havendam.

Duke Zhtál has a severely strained relationship with the current King - Wrntukai VI, who is now 90. Legislative attempts to have Lord Jebr named Chief Advisor to the monarch were twice blocked by the King's Royal Veto despite being passed by the Ground Council. That and other factors relating to royal succession led to the government introducing the Constitutional Monarchy Act, stripping the king of the veto and completely transferring the power to scrutinise legislation to the Court of Justices instead.

It is understood that the Monarch and Duke Jebr have hardly spoken a word since the sidelining took place and that the feud has put an incredible strain on Zhtál's relationship with his wife, Princess Agzé.

Nevertheless, under the new arrangement Prince Temrkai will eventually ascend to the throne and provide continuation for the royal Banmek-Snazted dynasty. His brother Prince Dytrik will inherit the Duke of Vrkzel title and become the first member of a new cadet branch - Banmek-Snazted-Zhtál.

It is worth noting that the Suadja Mrjogadé Shlajofitojafmorzi (New Conservative Front) - the governing party in Vanuku - is still financed by the Zhtál noble family, even though they have actively kept a low political profile since Duke Jebr's brother, General Andrj, resigned as Prefect 10 years ago.
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Fri Feb 01, 2019 11:35 am

Valruzia Yet To Answer For 'Inexplicable' Treaty Withdrawal
Vanukean Businesses Look Set To Abandon Seleyan Nation And Look For More Open Markets

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Share prices in companies linked to Valruzia slumped on the Wiel International Stock Market following the news.

July 4524 - Economic Forecasters in Vanuku have said that Valruzia's decision to "suddenly and inexplicably" pull out of a long-standing co-operation treaty could cost up to billions each year in terms of trade and co-operative research investment and would be detrimental to future growth and security.

The Foreign Office said they were given "no notice" and "no explanation" when the Valruzian government suddenly decided to rip up the near 70-year old treaty. Despite attempts to persuade the West Seleyan nation that the ramifications would be "extremely consequential" no response was forthcoming.

Trade and Industry Minister Karac Dunsrsrmko Kathec said Vanuku was now looking at other nations such as Kalistan, Turkarali and Aldegar to help ensure the free flow of goods into Seleyan countries outside the supranational Seleyan Economic Area (SEA) organisation. Vanuku already trades directly into SEA nations through a different free trade agreement.

Some Vanukean firms with bases in Valruzia were already looking to re-locate their Western Seleyan headquarters elsewhere to escape tariffs that they would now face from much stiffer tax and customs charges.

The government confirmed it was considering legal action against the Valruzian government to recoup losses due to the lack of notice, and the International stock exchange in Wiel saw a drop in Valruzian-linked company shares wiping millions off their worth.

Several business leaders went further with their criticism stating the unwarranted cancellation was extremely irresponsible and would lead to a major fall in confidence in Valruzia's ability to conduct international affairs properly.

Minister Karac said: "Valruzia is our largest trade partner in western Seleya and our joint research and educational projects were paying dividends in many areas too. Therefore, there is no good reason why the government in Nowogard should decide to do this and they have not provided an answer to our official approach regarding this matter.

"We can all see the effect this had had on the markets. Valruzia must realise as a regional hegemon their actions can have severe consequences, so this is disappointing and very regrettable."
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Sisyphus » Fri Feb 01, 2019 3:17 pm

Substantial Investment In Kafuristan's National Energy Companies
Comprehensive Development Programme Also Announced As Well As Political and Military Initiatives

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Vanuku has pledged to use local, Kafuri workers, where possible, in its newly-acquired oil, gas and petrochemical interests.

August 4524 - The Vanukean government has acquired a 15 per cent share in Kafuristan's re-emerging oil, gas and petrochemical industries as the nations look to forge closer ties. The sizeable acquisition forms part of a wider multi-billion VAN investment in the east Majatran Republic, in a number of different areas, over the next decade.

Following successful high-level talks between the Vanukean Prefect Herlkai Vrhelmszo and Kafuri Prime Minister Haazim Nassif a number of investment opportunities were tabled. A comprehensive deal was then struck in follow up talks between Prefect Vrhelmszo and Kafuristan's President Sahl bin Qadir al-Sahdi.

The deal includes:

- A 2.5 billion VAN investment from the Majatran Development Fund to be used for social and welfare improvement projects in Kafuristan.

- A comprehensive training and equipment upgrade package for the Kafuri Armed Forces believed to be worth around 250 million VAN a year for 10 years.

- A pledge by Kafuristan to name Vanuku has one of its preferred arms and equipment suppliers.

- A joint agreement on political and security issues affecting Majatra to ensure stability on the continent.

- A pledge by Vanuku to ensure at least half of its labour force in Kafuristan is local and that 50 per cent of its refining and shipping requirements are provided by state-owned subsidiaries of the Kafuri National Oil company.

Prefect Vrhelmszo said: "It is important that Vanuku has reliable and stable international partners, particularly here in Majatra. The development fund monies will go a long way to providing the kind of infrastructure projects that people need to improve their environment, boost health and decrease social deprivation.

"Hand in hand with this goes the capability for a state to defend itself, both internally and from external forces, and our 10-year package of military support aims to enhance the excellent work being carried out by the Kafuri government.

"The investment in the Kafuri energy companies makes absolute sense. As I have said previously the need to secure access to regular, stable and cost effective energy sources is an absolute must for nations on this continent as they look to grow or rebuild. It is our aim to be at the forefront of enabling and channeling this through our own nuclear energy power network and through partnership arrangements such as this."
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Re: Wrntu Wrnuke! (Forwards Vanuku!)

Postby Yolo04 » Fri Feb 01, 2019 9:41 pm

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