02-24-2024, 05:10 PM
The Secretary-General of LIDUN was a sober-looking middle-aged woman from Butterfly Island, the wealthiest province of Lauchenoiria. She wore her hair in a butterfly-shaped claw clip the colour of the Lauchenoirian flag but otherwise dressed in neutral officewear shades. Her name was Marina Gonzalez. Gonzalez was no fan of communism, but very few high-level diplomatic staff from Lauchenoiria were (if any). Nevertheless, she believed - as did Josephine Alvarez - that this deal was perhaps a better option than further bloodshed. Bonus points that it would annoy Neina Arana.
Alvarez wanted out of Auria, because it seemed more and more like an unwinnable battle, politically if not militarily. Lauchenoirian public opinion contradicted itself. Communists should be crushed. We should support the Aurian Royal family (but only them: monarchy elsewhere is bad). Regional devolution is always good- but not for commies! Democracy and fair elections now! Except, Katherina thinks that's bad, so no.
It was better to get out now before it became even messier, hence declining Eiria's policing invitation. They were also still slightly salty about the halting of their army's advance. All this considered, Alvarez had publicly supported the deal and Gonzalez, aware now that her own government would not object, made her own statement and proposal.
"We are pleased that this latest development in Auria has led to dialogue and not violence. It is important in a democratic society to consider structures of government, and this office welcomes the use of constitutional conventions to aid in the democratic recovery process following the recent civil conflict. In light of this deal, I shall consider appointing a Special Representative to aid in the national dialogue due to take place in these conventions, after consulting with involved parties. LIDUN applauds efforts to engage in democratic improvement and open dialogue."
Privately, she did not fully trust the UAC. But if these conventions were done well, they could be a game-changer for Aurian politics. And one can hope.
Alvarez wanted out of Auria, because it seemed more and more like an unwinnable battle, politically if not militarily. Lauchenoirian public opinion contradicted itself. Communists should be crushed. We should support the Aurian Royal family (but only them: monarchy elsewhere is bad). Regional devolution is always good- but not for commies! Democracy and fair elections now! Except, Katherina thinks that's bad, so no.
It was better to get out now before it became even messier, hence declining Eiria's policing invitation. They were also still slightly salty about the halting of their army's advance. All this considered, Alvarez had publicly supported the deal and Gonzalez, aware now that her own government would not object, made her own statement and proposal.
"We are pleased that this latest development in Auria has led to dialogue and not violence. It is important in a democratic society to consider structures of government, and this office welcomes the use of constitutional conventions to aid in the democratic recovery process following the recent civil conflict. In light of this deal, I shall consider appointing a Special Representative to aid in the national dialogue due to take place in these conventions, after consulting with involved parties. LIDUN applauds efforts to engage in democratic improvement and open dialogue."
Privately, she did not fully trust the UAC. But if these conventions were done well, they could be a game-changer for Aurian politics. And one can hope.
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