Luca Curti says movement 'highlights that we are not the only nation infuriated by the Baltusians'
Kaliburg, Ananto
May 19, 4084
There was an element of shock last month when, following an extended period of heightened tensions between Kalistan and Baltusia, the Emperor of all Trigunia, Vladimir II ordered a Trigunian Squadron to enter the Baltusian controlled region of the Anantonese Ocean. According to the Emperor himself, the objective of the mission was to 'to spur on the talks between Baltusia and Kalistan', something that many in both nations will agree is desperately needed. Although there is no threat to Baltusia at the moment, the action may encourage their leaders to end meddling in Kalistan's affairs as they realise that there are tangible consequences to their actions.
Kalistan remains a nation in governmental limbo. The most recent elections now occurred almost 18 months ago yet the President has still not been able to form a cabinet, in spite of almost all parties stating they would work with her. Consequently, Luca Curti- leader of the Labour Party of Kalistan- has continued in his capacity as Foreign Affairs Minister. Whilst some Baltusian parties have attempted to undermine his authority, contacting the leader of the Kalistan Unionist Party instead of him when dealing with Kalistan, he says he will continue to serve as long as required. The Republic contacted him for an opinion on the Trigunian matter:
If nothing else, this unambiguously confirms what the majority in Kalistan had believed since this matter began: Baltusia is not to be trusted. It highlights that we are not the only nation infuriated by the Baltusians. That said, I want to be explicit in my censure of the action. However, perhaps now Baltusian provocateurs will consider their actions more cautiously. Our nations do not exist in an isolated bubble and when you insist on overstepping the boundaries of another nation's government, you set a perilous precedent.
Some suspect that the real reasoning behind the Emperor's decision was the impact the Baltusian crisis has had on relations with Trigunia. Despite signing a Treaty of Cooperation and Friendship, Trigunia and Kalistan have been unable to focus on strengthening their relationship due to the constant distraction of Kalistan's neighbours. They will hope that the latest movement will finally bring the matter to a close.