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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

BREAKING NEWS: GOVERNMENT LOOSENS THE ECONOMIC RESTRICTIONS ON DORVIH COMPANIES
Nowogard, March 4333

Response for: Schauss Opens Diplomatic Door To Valruzia; Schroeder Apologises


Chancellery of the Council of Ministers in Nowogard

NOWOGARD - Valruzian Council of Ministers has excluded three Dorvik-based companies from the list of business entities banned from performing any business activity in the Republic. The Government announced that Dorvish Airways AG, beverage producer Kraft AG, and automobiles manufacturer Avanza AG were excluded from the list, and are now free to perform all business activity in Valruzia. This can be seen as another sign of tensions loosening after Dorvish President Leon Schauss called for a normalization of relations and the Dorvish Chancellor Celine Schroeder issued an apology for the passivity of the Dorvish government in spite of unlawful attacks on Valruzian Citizens carried out in Dorvik's southernmost region of Sudik.

Government is considering the establishment of a new channel of communications between two countries which for years have practically ceased to retain any relations. With the Republic of Valruzia withdrawing from the Treaty on Basic Relations in 4326 which granted both countries the right to establish embassies and consulates, bilateral relations have been practically absent. Now, however, in the spite of recent events, Nowogard is willing to start some sort of cooperation which will solve the most burning issues, directly affecting civilians in the conflict between two governments. It is presumed that Nowogard will propose calling special regular meetings of ministers for foreign affairs and interior to discuss and find the solution to the problem of persecution of civilians in both countries.

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The Valruzian Economist || Economic News From Valruzia

TERRA'S EYES ARE TURNED AT BRZANSK AS INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW BEGINS
Brzansk, May 4333


Brzansk's Torwar Exhibition Hall

BRZANSK - The first ever International Motor Show began in Brzansk. Terra's most renowned automotive companies for the next month will present their newest models and concept models which will present the newest technologies. It was announced that at least three important premieres will take place at the Brzansk International Motor Show. The Brzansk Motor Show is expected to be one of the biggest events in the Seleyan automotive calendar. Organisers of the event announced that it will be held every three to four years in May, and its main goal will be to manufacturers an opportunity to reveal their latest creations to the world and give us a chance to glimpse these exciting new cars before driving them later in the year. This year's exhibition takes place at the Brzansk's Torwar Exhibition Hall, a colossal convention center close to Ignanski International Airport. It's organized by the Valruzian Automotive Club, which is responsible for a number of high-profile auto shows around the country and this event is the first attempt of the organization to broaden the scale of motor shows by inviting foreign automakers and designers. Valruzian Automotive Club announced that it will spend at least 150 million pesos for the event and that the National Economic Fund already announced that it will closely monitor the event and if the event in any way contribute to the widely understood creation of the Brand for Valruzia it will secure additional funds for the VAC to be injected into the Brzansk International Motor Show.

During the first day, the show attracted over 200 thousand people during the opening ceremony. Later the VAC released information claiming that during the first day a total number of 500 thousand people attended the show.

BÖNNING Car Factory (Valruzia)



Bonning's newest models the B3 and B8

BÖNNING's remaining models presented during the Show: Equus, B2, B4, B1, B6, B7 and R10.

During the first International Motor Show, automotive companies from Valruzia, Indrala, and Istalia have confirmed their participation and announced premieres of their new vehicles. Valruzian Bonning revealed the refreshed versions of its current models and presented the Show's participation with two new models. Bonning B8 a full-size sedan based on the B7, it will be available only with to top of the range Bonning's engines. 6.0 V10 used in the B4 model and 7.2 W12. The version with 6.0 V10 will have 650 BHP and a top speed of 298 kilometers per hour, the version with the new state of the art engine - the 7.2 W12 constructed from putting together two 3.6 V6 engines - which develops 833 BHP will have the top speed of 317 kilometers per hour, making it the largest production sedan in Terra. Next, to performance, the main asset of the car will be its luxurious character. Passengers traveling in the back will be able to sit back and enjoy a wide range of entertainment and relaxation features like massages while drinking a glass of champagne. For this kind of luxury, the potential buyer will have to pay at least 240 thousand pesos, as this is the basic price of the B8, for the top of the range version with all the add-ons and features the car will cost 510 thousand pesos.

Another hot premiere from the Bonning Car Factory is the high-performance B3. The car itself is based on the B2 model but it was transformed into a coupe. The vehicle capable of carrying four people will be one of the three (R10, B2R) sports vehicles which are rear-wheel drive. The B3 will be available in two engine versions, a 6.0 V10 with 510 BHP and 5.0 V12 with 570 BHP. The price range will vary from 110 thousand pesos for the 6.0 and 160 thousand pesos for the V12.

Amidst the two most important premieres of Bonning, we could see that the Hel-based company is preparing an even greater market offensive against other producers which bet on electric-powered vehicles. As for now the only Bonning's production car to have all-electric drive train is the supersport high-performance R10 which price tag begins 340 thousand pesos and can seat only two people. Company's representatives at the show presented Bonning's first plug-in hybrids version of B1, B2, and B4 a sign that the Valruzian giant is working on eco-friendly solutions for its cars and the first step to a fully electric model, as announced the first fully electric-powered car of the company is most likely to be the B1.

Tàiyáng Automotive (Indrala)



Tàiyáng EV9

Certainly, one of the most anticipated and at the same time exotic premieres of the entire Brzansk International Motor Show was, undeniably the presentation of Tàiyáng EV9. According to the analysts, this state of the art Indralan supercar will introduce new standards in the segment of supercars. It is the exemplification of the advancement of the Indralan car industry. Powered by two electric motors generating 910 BHP (455 per axle). With the top speed of 393 kilometers per hour, according to Tàiyáng it is the fastest electric-powered vehicle. It's the closest rival the Bonning R10 produces 30 BHP less and is just 4 km/h slower. Commentators praised the car's design and materials used in its production. According to the producer, more than 75% of the vehicle is made up from composites to save weight.

The vehicle is already in production in Indrala. It is estimated that Tàiyáng will make up to 200 cars annually. During the show, it was one of the most anticipated premieres and numerous individuals declared their intentions in placing an order for the EV9 as soon as it will enter the Valruzian market. Some even declared the intention of placing a higher offer for the vehicle to be imported directly to Valruzia before the introduction in the Valruzian showrooms. But with the great quality and performance, comes the big price tag, it is estimated that the price for the vehicle in Valruzia will surpass 1 million pesos.

Xiandai Automotives (Indrala)



Xiandai's premieres at Brzansk International Motor Show:
(top) Shizi
(bottom left) Chengdu
(bottom right) Indralan

Another renowned automaker from Indrala, Xiandai Automotives which is a subsidiary of the larger conglomerate the Xiandai Group also brought some of its newest cars to the Show. Mst notably three models caught the public's eye: small sedan Chengdu, medium-sized sedan Shizi, and a full-size sedan, obviously another competitor for the Bonning's B7 and B8, under the patriotic name Indralan. As long as Shizi and Chengdu share the same components, and are the company's answer to the clear demands of the market. Solid, affordable, good looking sedans. However, the model that caught the biggest attention of the three was, undeniably, the large and dignified-looking Indralan, which apparently is set to be the company's shot in the sector of full-sized executive cars. In terms of size, its closest competitor seems to be the Bonning's B7, however, there is a couple of significant differences between these two. Most notably the price, the Bonning B7 prices starts at 100 thousand pesos and for the top of the range model a customer has to pay 440 thousand pesos, the price of the Indralan is significantly lower, for the basic model we'll have to pay 69 thousand pesos and to enjoy the top of the range model, 210 thousand pesos. It is predicted that the Indralan will miss some of the features offered by Bonning in the B7. The Indralan will be powered by a 3.8 V6 developing 310 BHP with a top speed electronically limited to 250 kilometers per hour.

The medium-sized Shizi will be an obvious competitor for the Valruzian Bonning B2, with prices starting at around 27 thousand pesos, it has the price advantage of being 3 thousand pesos cheaper. Engine options will include standard 2.0 with 140 BHP and the top of the range 3.2 V6 with 290 BHP. The smallest of the presented sedans - Chengdu - will most likely be an interesting choice for people with less money in their pockets, as its prices are expected to start at 24 thousand pesos. Engine options will include 1.8 and 2.0 with 100 and 140 BHP respectively.

SPADA (Istalia)



Spada Foglia

Surely the most important presentation for the Istalia-based Spada was the premiere of its newest sedan Foglia. With aggressive design, it continues the tradition of the company which used to shock petrol-heads with beautifully designed cars. The newest model will be equipped with advanced systems and a powerful 4.0 V8 engine developing 480 BHP. The production is due to start in December and first vehicles will come to Valruzian showrooms in March 4334. The price announced by the producer indicated that it will be more expensive than Bonning B4 and start at 90 thousand pesos.

Brzansk International Motor Show will last one month and end in June 4333.

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The Valruzian Economist || Economic News From Valruzia

GOVERNMENT CONSIDERS RAISING MINIMUM WAGE AS ECONOMY FLOURISHES
Nowogard, September 4333



NOWOGARD - Government in Nowogard may certainly consider this year as a successful one, especially as the one of the most renowned credit rating agency Lockhart-Bień Sp. z o.o. raised the credit rating for Valruzia to AA+ level, as Valruzian economy during previous years noticed stable and sustainable growth without the significant rise of the national foreign debt, as well as relatively low foreign and domestic short- and long-term liabilities remained at one of the lowest levels since the country's transformation in 4244. This is a good news for potential investors which may now consider Valruzia as a truly stable market, with favorable conditions and relatively low corporate tax of 11% and the government's announcement of corporate tax-lowering to just 8%.

Two industries noticed a significant growth in the last year. Petroleum and automotive industries could enjoy almost 4.5% growth during only the last year. This is the result of the market success of country's largest car manufacturer Bonning Car Factory which managed to once again enter the global automotive market and attract investors with the TQ Group from Indrala acquiring 6% of the company for 170 million pesos. WKN Volantis and the entire petroleum industry in Valruzia gained international attention with the turbulent investment of the Kazulian Gasstrien, which despite the fact that failed, but managed to attract Istalian Enist S.p.A. which entered Valruzian petroleum market and now together with WKN Volantis is preparing to commence operations in Chynberg Voivodeship.

The good economic condition of the budget and relatively high surplus encouraged the government in Haldor to consider minimal income reform, which now is set at 1.720 pesos a month meaning that the employer cannot pay his employees less than 1.720 if they work on a full-time position. According to the sources from the Ministry of Finance, the Council of Minister considers raising the minimum income to 1.800-1.850 pesos a month. Government is also motivated by the fact that the Valruzian economy hits the all-time high with the stable GDP growth of 3.9% in 4322. The Valruzian Economist analysts indicate that the stable policies of Nowogard combined with low taxation and pro-business stance in terms of foreign investments have granted Valruzia the position of 5th largest Seleyan economy.

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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

GOVERNMENT TO RETAIN CAUTION AS NEW DORVISH CABINET FORMS
Nowogard, October 4333


Chancellery of the Council of Ministers of Valruzia in Nowogard.

NOWOGARD - Government in Haldor decided to retain caution and closely observe the situation in the Republic of Dorvik, which seems to be Valruzia's largest foe on the international scene. Dorvik seems to be experiencing what seems to be the most serious political crisis of the last few decades, as the country's legislators are struggling to form a coalition after recently held elections. As for now, the State Council has rejected 5 different coalition proposals, due to the extremely diverse agendas of the parties which were elected to the national parliament. We remind that Dorvish State Council has recently voted on a motion which shortened the term of the previous parliament and called for early elections due to the political crisis amongst the former government members from the Bright Alliance which faced allegations of misuse of power and large-scale corruption. Former minister of justice Edmond Braun has allegedly bribed judges and attorneys in Miktar and Largonia in exchange for fading out the cases of attacks on Valruzian citizens residing in Dorvik. The political scandal has forced the Bright Alliance to dissolve with most of its members becoming independent and supporting the motion for calling early elections.

According to the spokeswoman of the Council of Minister's Janina Biernacki, the Council is closely monitoring the situation in Dorvik and analyzing all scenarios. Polaniecki-led government considers the current situation in Dorvik as a good point to start considering the normalization of relations with Haldor. Ministry for Foreign Affairs highlighted the fact that surprisingly the Social Nationalist Party of Dorvik which historically wasn't keen on sustaining friendly relations with Valruzia and was opposed to deeper economic cooperation between Dorvish and Valruzian businesses, has now declared their commitment to finding the peaceful and democratic solution for tensions between Nowogard and Haldor. However, the Council of Ministers announced that it is too soon for any declarations and that Nowogard will only discuss with the government which has a majority support of the Dorvish parliament to exclude a situation when the governments agree on a normalization deal and then the parliament rejects it basically going back to the present status-quo. Nowogard announced its commitment to ending the crisis, but on conditions which will be acceptable for both sides, and that Dorvik will ensure the absolute safety of Valruzian Citizens residing in Dorvik, as we remind that it was the attacks on Valruzians that caused Nowogard to enact two set of sanctions on Haldor.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs predicts that the issue of cabinet formation in Dorvik will be solved in the upcoming weeks as the State Council seems to find a working solution and proposed a coalition of Our Party, Social Reciprocalness Party, Social Nationalist Party and Dorvish Social Union. Minister Jacek Bednarski announced that he has asked Hanna Grotkowska to work on a set of conditions which would be presented to the Dorvish foreign ministry in case of normalization negotiations. Grotkowska is seen as the closest advisor of Bednarski and his nearly certain successor. Grotkowska for the last ten years held the office of Director of the Department of Legal and Treaty Affairs in the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and she is the co-author of the two Acts imposing personal and economic sanctions on Dorvik. It is uncertain how her Dorvish counterparts will respond to Grotkowska as the Minister for Foreign Affairs. More importantly, as Grotkowska seems to be fierce supporter of the sanctions enacted on Dorvik and publically criticized the recent loosening of the economic sanctions.

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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

PRESIDENT BIERNACKA EXPRESSES SUPPORT FOR A PRESIDENTIAL SYSTEM
Nowogard, February 4334



NOWOGARD - In a recent interview for Valruzia Daily President Anna Biernacka called the idea of a presidential republic "interesting".
Serving her second (and last) term Mrs. Biernacka said that she is willing to start the dialogue on the issue, hoping to "build a legacy for generations to come".
"We made changes to the Senate. I think we should look at the executive branch of our government as well." said President.
The Progressive camp seems unsure about the idea with it's members evenly split on the issue.
We yet await responses from other political parties and factions in the Parliament.

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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

PKN SPLIT OVER THE FUTURE OF VALRUZIAN POLITICS
Nowogard, March 4334


Prime Minister of Valruzia Jakub Polaniecki

NOWOGARD - Outgoing Prime Minister Jakub Polaniecki has visibly distanced himself from President Anna Biernacka who recently proposed a nation-wide debate on the possibility of implementation of the presidential system in Valruzia. Polaniecki announced that the Liberal Faction of the ruling Party of National Coalition has nothing against such debate, but will not support the idea of President Biernacka as according to Polaniecki such comprehensive change would undermine the stability of the State and that this kind of reform would involve introduction of significant changes to the Valruzian Constitution which Liberals are against. But since the incumbent President of the Council of Ministers has recently announced his resignation from the position, it will be Polaniecki's successor, Hanna Lisowska who will to great extent form the political goals of Liberals and the possible support for the idea of a presidential system cannot be excluded at least at this point. Lisowska who has been the Leader of the Liberal faction of the PKN and the PKN itself since 4329, is expected to replace Polaniecki as Prime Minister after the Sejm will vote over the motion of confidence for the new Prime Minister and her ministers. Lisowska will be the first female Valruzian head of government since Anita Kraft resignation in October 4291.

Liberal Faction of the Party of National Coalition is known to be relatively conservative on the issue of significant changes to the structure of power in Valruzia. The recent changes to the elections to the Senate was one of the major changes proposed by the Liberals but, according to Polaniecki himself, the implemented changes reformed only the way of election of Senators and not the Senate itself. Polaniecki argued that if national legislators will lean on the possible changes it will remove the widely understood consistency of the State as the consistency of its constitution is, undeniably, the most crucial exemplification of this consistency. Polaniecki warned about the possible precedence which will push future governments to implement even further changes which could harm the Republic. Prime Minister also highlighted the fact that the President Biernacka pledged her commitment to securing the constitution and now calls for its reformation which can be seen as the hypocrisy of the President. Commentators indicate that if work on the possible amendment would proceed this could initiate one of the most conflicts within the Party of National Coalition.

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The Valruzian Economist || Economic News From Valruzia

WKN VOLANTIS AND ENIST COMMENCE STRATEGIC COOPERATION IN VALRUZIA
Nowogard, December 4334



• Valruzian and Instalian giants completed the formation of joint ventures and their framework for Goldap Basin and Wydymy Reservoir in Chynberg Voivodeship.

NOWOGARD - Valruzian Petrochemical Concern Volantis and Istalian Enist S.p.A. announced today that they have finalized the process of formation of joint ventures which will operate in Chynberg Voivodeship, based on the agreement between the Valruzian Government and WKN Volantis with the Istalian giant. Enist successfully passed through the legal path and acquired the consent from the Ministry of Trade and Industry and successfully negotiated with the WKN which granted the company the right to commence operations in Valruzia in cooperation with the Valruzian giant Volantis. According to the Ministry of Trade and Industy and the WKN this is only the beginning of what seems to be one of the greatest deals in the history of the Valruzian Volantis, and make Valruzia and Istalia more powerful on the global market of petroleum. Agreements were signed in January this year, and now after 12 month of preparations, Joanna Starzyńska who is Chairwoman of the WKN and the CEO of Enist S.p.A. Ettore Marchetti signed the deal on the finalization and commencement of operations of the newly established Volantis-Enist S.A. which is owned by Volantis and Enist, with the ownership structure of 50.1% for WKN and 49.9% for Enist. The official meeting took place at the Nowogard Congressional Center.



The Volantis-Enist S.A. will commence operations on further exploration and oil extractions of petroleum from the Goldap Basin and Wydymy Reservoir on February 4335. The initial cost of exploration in the two areas is estimated at more than 5 billion pesos and will be financed by the WKN and Enist according to their share in the joint venture. Enist has initially invested over 900 million pesos for expenses related with corporate affairs and market exploration.

Istalian company became interested in investments in Valruzia after the failed investment of the Kazulian Gasstrien and its subsidiary Valrupec. The Government has not issued the needed consent to the Kazulian giant as he failed to comply with the procedures required by the government. Then Enist filed for consent from the Ministry and inquired about the FDI procedures in Valruzia declaring its will to cooperate with Volantis. After the consent was granted it became obvious that this time, the investment will end with a success. WKN prepared the foundations for joint venture entities and the legal framework for the whole undertaking. With the green light from the Government in Nowogard, the two companies could enter the last phase before commencing the operations and now they finally are ready to commence operations.

Commenting on the agreements signed, Joanna Starzyńska said:

I am glad to note the activities outlined in the Strategic Cooperation are being finally implemented. I would like to thank the teams from both companies for their hard and coordinated work. Our cooperation touches upon the most promising aspects of today’s oil and gas industry. We are convinced that implementation of all our projects will benefit both companies’ shareholders. We believe it will also boost the development of the Valruzian oil and gas industry and will have a multiplying effect on related industries, already creating market demand for equipment, knowledge, and technologies.

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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

LISOWSKA SWORN IN AS VALRUZIA'S NEW PRIME MINISTER
Nowogard, February 4335


Prime Minister Hanna Lisowska (right), Minister for Foreign Affairs Hanna Grotkowska (left).

NOWOGARD - Valruzia has a new Prime Minister: Hanna Lisowska, who has been the leader of the Party of National Coalition for the last 6 years. She replaced Jakub Polaniecki as the head of Valruzian government as the former Prime Minister announced that he would resign from office earlier this year. Lisowska is expected to find a resolution to the tensions with Dorvik which now seem to have faded out but any cooperation between the two states is dependent on the normalization deal, according to the new Prime Minister. In addition, the nomination of Hanna Grotkowska for the position of Minister for Foreign Affairs indicated that Valruzia will take a more confrontational stance and will push for a beneficial resolution in negotiations with Dorvik, as Grotkowska is known as a fierce supporter of sanctions imposed on Dorvik. Nowogard's correspondents of Valruzia Daily have jokingly dubbed the two (Lisowska and Grotkowska) "a dangerous tandem" as both the Prime Minister and the Minister are known to be strong and relentless politicians.

Appointment of Lisowska for the position of Prime Minister also indicates the Liberals will to further continue the period of stable economic growth and market liberalization, as new Prime Minister strongly supported the former Government's economic policy and praised Minister of Trade and Industry Rafał Joński who is one of many ministers who kept their job in the reshuffle for the liberal stance on foreign investments which are one of the key factors for the success of Valruzian economy. So many say that the change in the Office of Prime Minister is mainly symbolic.

New Prime Minister has also announced that she will commit herself to the Seleyan integration and will propose a solution which will reinforce the SU with appropriate means to protect its market from the outside threats and instabilities mainly originating in the Artanian Union. Prime Minister reminded that the Seleyan Union's internal market with its GDP of nearly 3 trillion Lodamun Dollar is the biggest in Terra and is one of its greatest assets and that the Member States seem to forget about that in their politics. Lisowska announced her government's commitment to the idea of strengthening the multilateral cooperation with other SU's Member States.

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Walruzja Codziennie || Valruzia Daily

Response for: Cross-Border Clashes in Bhulkhandra Leave 7 Malivian Soldiers Dead or Wounded and 23 estimated casualties for Darnussia

(OOC: Please take notice that this article is back-dated, as I failed to notice the issue earlier.)

NOWOGARD CONDEMNS CROSS-BORDER CLASHES AND CALLS FOR STABILITY IN THE REGION
Nowogard, August 4334


Chancellery of the Council of Ministers of Valruzia in Nowogard.

NOWOGARD - On Monday, the Government in Nowogard publically condemned the recent cross-border clashes which occurred between Malivian and Darnussian border guards and calls for stability in the region. On Sunday Malivian border guards accidentally entered the territory of the United Kingdom of Narikaton and Darnussia and were attacked by their Darnussian counterparts, seriously injuring 7 Malivian soldiers, as the response the Malivians responded with fire and exercised their right to self-defense which is an inalienable right of every State. Nowogard strongly condemns actions of both sides, but according to our sources in the Chancellery of Prime Minister, Jakub Polaniecki supports the Free State of Malivia and defends Malivia's right to self-defense.

Valruzia as a strong supporter of Malivia and one of the fiercest supporter of Malivian presence in the Security Council is expected to abide by its ally. Prime Minister issued a short notice in which he informed passed condolences to the families of deceased soldiers and called for the immediate de-escalation of tensions between Malivia and Darnussia. Ministry for Foreign Affairs declared full support for the Government in Hitam and reminded that it is unacceptable that such incident takes place between countries which are both signatory members of such organizations as Treaty of Haldor, Artanian Intergovernmental Association Treaty, and Artanian Union which all call for peaceful cooperation and friendly relations. Ministry confirms that Malivian response was not proportionate to the given circumstances but highlights the fact that the Malivian forces were the first to be attacked and had the right to self-defense.

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Response for: Marlon X laughs off Valruzian Statement

GROTKOWSKA WARNS DARNUSSIAN GOVERNEMNT AGAINST FURTHER ESCALATION OF TENSIONS
Nowogard, August 4334


Valruzian Minister for Foreign Affairs Hanna Grotkowska

NOWOGARD - Valruzian Minister for Foreign Affairs Hanna Grotkowska has decided to take on the hypocrisy of the Darnussian government and issued a compelling statement in which she on behalf of not only the Ministry but according to Grotkowska, on behalf of the whole government publically condemned the Government in Merenbürg for spreading haterade and fake information about its alleged power, which cannot be supported with any relevant evidence. Minister Grotkowska has also warned the Darnussian government against taking a too confrontational stance on the issue as Valruzia is ready to defend its integrity and the integrity of its allies. According to the Minister Valruzia won't back down and will stand with Malivia which, as she continued "was illegally attacked by the Darnussian forces and was entitled to exercise its right to self-defense".

This, as it seems, fierce exchange of statements between Nowogard and Merenbürg comes after the Darnussian monarch issued a statement in which he dismissed the calls of Valruzian Government for peace in the region after Darnussian forces attacked Malivian border guards who by accident entered the Darnussian territory. We remind that the government in Nowogard issued a statement in which it called for peace in the region and at the same time confirmed the right of Malivian border guards to self-defense and criticized the hasty moves of the Darnussian forces which opened fire first. Now Grotkowska once again confirmed the then stance of the Government.

The statement of the Minister for Foreign Affairs Hanna Grotkowska:

The Government of Valruzia warns everyone against living in a conviction of imagined power and might. Power and might which do not have any reflection in reality and are not anything else than empty, idle platitudes. We warn the Government in Merenbürg against underestimating Valruzia as we, unlike the Darnussian government, have relevant evidence that our economy for some decades now, shows larger tendency to grow and, we also remind that conviction that the power of a state which inhumanely exploits it people with tax rates of 90% is nothing else than an empire of evil. Darnussia unlawfully attacked Malivian border guards and should apologize about the loss of Malivian soldiers whose death could have been avoided if only Darnussia would follow the values which it is obliged to follow with the ratification of such treaties like Artanian Union, AIGAT or the Treaty of Haldor which all stand for peaceful and friendly cooperation between nations in Artania. The recent actions and practices of the Government in Merenbürg shows the whole world that its credibility as a partner in international relations is gone as it is not even keen on respecting peremptory norms in international relations. Therefore the Government in Valruzia is forced to look further into the issue and will now closely cooperate with the Free State of Malivia in order to find a lucid and reliable solution to this burning issue. We warn the Darnussian government against taking any actions which can lead to further escalation of the situation.