44th Security Council Session

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Ms. Wardiyya al-Darwish, Jakanian Permanent Representative to the World Congress:

Evidence from Likatonian sources indicates that the Likatonian government is actively supporting and arming rebels against the Zardic government. Aside from being a major threat to regional security in western Majatra, if these reports are accurate then it is clearly a violation of sovereignty and an action worthy of total condemnation. In response to the reports, Likatonia has demonstrated their arrogance by arguing they have a "right" to support the overthrow of foreign governments.

The Jakanian delegation is proposing a resolution to condemn the actions of the Likatonian government and urge countries to place international pressure on them. In real terms, we would suggest that countries take action to reduce economic links and refrain from providing military support to Likatonia as long as they continue their policy of imperialism.

[Auditorii]

"I am here to represent the Kingdom of Dorvik.

Torben zu Zÿmern und Behm
General-Plenipotentiary (Ambassador/Permanent Representative) to the World Congress
Kingdom of Dorvik

[jamescfm]

Mr. Kis Vilmos, General-Secretary of the World Congress:

The World Congress welcomes the arrival of the Dorvish General-Plenipotentiary.

[jamescfm]

Ms. Wardiyya al-Darwish, Jakanian Permanent Representative to the World Congress:

Following on from our previous comments, it seems that the situation in Likatonia has changed significantly from where it was only a few months ago. The new government has spoken to the General Assembly and agreed to bring an end to the support and funding of the Zardic terrorist groups. While we welcome this change in policy, the long history of Likatonian flouting of international law will not be forgotten so quickly and we encourage fellow members to stay alert to potential developments.

Even so the Likatonian delegation raises an interesting point in relation to the situation in Lodamun. Could the Valruzian delegation provide an account of their actions in the country, to explain what has been happening there in recent months? It would be a mistake for the World Congress not to apply its principles to all countries regardless of stature.

In relation to Security Council Resolution 89, the Jakanian delegation regrets that this was not brought before the Security Council for discussion first. Part of the role of this body should be applying the proper scrutiny to international actions. In the past, it has almost always been the case that Resolutions that are thoroughly debated in advance achieve widespread support, whereas those without prior discussion are frequently divisive. Beyond a procedural issue this is an important matter for ensuring effective implementation.

With respect to the substantive content of the resolution, we're somewhat split. In principle it would be useful to have a framework for international response to terrorist action but the provisions of this Resolution are too vague. The phrasing "terrorism in all shapes and figures constitutes one of the greatest threats to international peace and security and that any acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable regardless of their motivations, whenever, wherever and by whomsoever committed" is particularly concerning, since it appears to leave room to label almost any direct action as terrorist. For this reason we cannot support it in its present form but we would be willing to work with the Kazulian delegation to reach a more suitable alternative if this Resolution is not passed.

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Mr. Zakarias Westermarck, Kazulian Ambassador to the World Congress

Having considered the commentary coming from the Jakanian Representatives, we are willing to allow for the resolution to collapse in order to facilitate broad consultations. In recognising that, should the resolution be passed, I can reassure the Security Council that we will either repeal the resolution upon passing or add amendments to the resolution (should that be possible). In seeking to hold these consultations, we'd like to be advised by the President of the Security Council and potentially, the General-Secretary on how such consultations would go about without derailing the discussions on Likatonia and Lodamun. Should it satisfy the Secretariat, we would also like to hold broad consultations on the creation of a Convention on Human Rights. We seek to be guided by the Secretariat on the route we should take to see through the aforementioned requests.

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His Excellency Longin Miller, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Valruzia

Madam Secretary-General, Honorable Representatives

We're in a situation where a proverb probably fits like a glove. Likatonia is the pot calling out the kettle...

The Government of the Republic of Valruzia firmly rejects any comparison of the situation and the actions taken by the government in Nowogard to the shameful actions taken by Likatonia, which orchestrated and supported an open coup against the fully sovereign government of a sovereign country. We will not describe and discuss the quality of Likaton's actions, which were more like groping in the dark...

One very important point must be made clear at this point. The government in Nowogard did not arrange or organize the internal division and stratification and decay of the political elite in Lodamun. For several years now, despite more or less organized diplomatic efforts by Nowogard to ease internal tensions in Lodamun, the country has inevitably been heading for civil war, and although many representatives of other countries will argue that whether it is a civil war or not, they will still argue that it remains an internal issue for Lodamun. However, the government in Nowogard does not share these views.

It is not an exaggeration to say that none of the states have raised the issue of the victims of civil war and the persecution of civilians by both the failing Providence government and rebel anarchists. Our government is dedicated to the defense of human life and condemns all attempts at political persecution, which is why, in the eyes of Nowogard, the government in Providence lost its mandate to represent Lodamun when it used force to liquidate its political opponents, which was also the case with the actions of rebel anarchists.

Therefore, Nowogard decided to withdraw his recognition of the government, which is doing absolutely nothing to prevent an escalation of tensions, and its actions only lead to an escalation of hostility and aggression. There is currently no single center of power in Lodamun that can represent Lodamun. Both the government and the rebel anarchists have rejected, through their actions, the desire to resolve the current internal conflict in Lodamun through diplomatic and peaceful means.

The only political option which appropriate, which denounces crimes against humanity and respects human rights, is the one represented by the Liberal Party, an option which is the only one that shares the continent's universal values attributed to Seleya - respect for fundamental rights, human rights, democracy and the rule of law - has asked for our support, which Nowogard has given. All for the sake of the future of a country that, according to Valruzia, cannot fall into anarchy.

The Government of the Republic of Valruzia would like to stress that at present it is the only government of the Republic of Lodamun in North Vrassa that does not violate human rights and fundamental freedoms. Out of concern for the security of both the civilian population of Lodamun and international security, we decided to support the efforts of liberal forces in their quest to create the new Republic of Lodamun.

Concern for the safety of civilians and international order is what stands behind the actions of the Government of the Republic of Valruzia.

[Auditorii]

The Kingdom is continually concerned with the growing radical actions of Likatonia, regardless of the differences in opinions and ideologies throughout this body, I think we can agree that some form of respect for accepted practices and international law are required. We've all tried to condemn Likatonia, we've tried to reason with them but none of that seems to work. Perhaps, as a next step and a continued diplomatic step, we work on sanctions towards the Likatonian government? While sanctions provide some damage to the worlds larger economy we believe that we must get the point across that the Security Council demands that Likatonia stop its reckless action.

Torben zu Zÿmern und Behm
General-Plenipotentiary (Ambassador/Permanent Representative) to the World Congress
Kingdom of Dorvik

[Masionette9]

His Excellency, Longin Miller, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Valruzia

The Government of the Republic agrees with the words of the representative of Dorvik one hundred percent. That is why Valruzia insists on its proposal to develop a kind of criteria of "political and diplomatic convergence" that would force Likatonia to respect both international law and customary norms and laws developed over many centuries. At the same time, however, we notice the lack of tools that would allow for the enforcement of such criteria.

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Ms. Wardiyya al-Darwish, Jakanian Permanent Representative to the World Congress:

While the Jakanian delegation welcomes the readiness of the Security Council to deal with pressing international issues, there are currently many issues which demand our attention and it's important that we do not lose sight of them. In recognition of this I will attempt to address all of the issues that have been brought to our collective attention, while suggesting that some of these are more pressing than others.

In response to the Kazulian delegation's comments on Resolution 88, the Jakanian government believes that in order for a framework for addressing international crime and terrorism to be effective, it must be supported by a diverse range of countries. If the regulation is "imposed" by the Security Council without engaging with other governments then it is unlikely to be properly applied by those governments.

As such the topic may be one that requires discussion in the General Assembly so that we can get a broader understanding of how best to apply these principles. While we do not doubt that this is an important issue, it does not seem as pressing as the situations in Lodamun and Zardugal so for that reason, we recommend that the Security Council deals with these issues first.

With that said it is incredibly disappointing that shortly after acknowledging the value of discussion within the Security Council, the Kazulian delegation would propose another resolution without any prior debate. Not only that but the Resolution in question attempts to repeal the World Congress' guiding principles as adopted at the end of the last session. Before we address the Resolution itself, there remains the simple matter of why Kazulia did not vote on Resolution 88 at the time if it did not support it. On top of that, the Yingdalan delegation gave plenty of opportunity for comment prior to the formal start of the vote, why was there no feedback offered at that time?

Kazulian hypocrisy does not end there, though. The wording of Resolution 90 claims that they are concerned "that there had been a lack of consultation" of the Resolution that they attempt to repeal. Exactly the opposite is the case. The Yingdalan delegation did everything in their power to encourage debate and feedback on Resolution 88 before they moved it to a vote and Security Council members had literally months to discuss the text. Kazulia offered no opportunity at all for feedback on Resolution 90.

For a brief period, it did seem that there may genuinely be a Security Council majority in favour of the principle of state sovereignty and international diplomacy but in the end it seems that the promises from Keymon, Valruzia and others were simply empty words. None of these countries believe what they told us that they believed when they sought our support.

Yingdala's articulation of these "guiding principles" was among the best actions the Security Council has ever taken, showing clearly that the World Congress would not be willing to act as a proxy for the imperialist adventurism of the most powerful countries in the world. In a sense, the fact that we came so close to genuine reform in the operation of this organisation only makes it more disappointing that it has now been shown to be illusory. Needless to say that we will be voting against this Resolution and encourage other members to do the same. In particular we call on Istalia, Dorvik and Hutori to veto the Resolution given that they tacitly consented to the passage of Resolution 88.

With respect to the Likatonian situation, it does seem that the new government in the country is making the necessary changes to end support and funding for the Zardic terrorist groups and that should be met with easing of sanctions from the international community. At the same time as we condemn countries for their actions, we have to welcome changes when they are made in the spirit of good will. For our part, Jakania will phase out our sanctions as soon as we receive confirmation that the funding and support has ended as well as a formal apology from the Likatonian government.

Let me finish by saying that the response of the Valruzian delegation is frustrating. As we have repeatedly made clear, the international response to internal crises must always be led by diplomacy. Valruzia has threatened the use of military force against the Lodamese government, at least that's how it appears from where we are standing. In our view it is unfair for Valruzia to criticise Likatonia's action while at the same time stating clearly that they won't allow Lodamun to take a political direction contrary to their interests.

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Mr. Zakarias Westermarck, Kazulian Ambassador to the World Congress

Notwithstanding the comments of the Jakanian Representative, we await commentary from the Secretariat on the process whereby ACTUAL consultations can begin recognising the content of our previous statement.