Intergalactic Summit

NONI VI - 115.04.10 - Pyre Falcon Defense Combine Headquarters.

Recently there have been exciting developments in the political relations between the Caldari State and the Gallente Federation. Whilst the approaching resolution of the matter of Caldari Prime does not invalidate the CEWPA war currently being fought in Placid, Black Rise and other territories, it would be barbaric arrogance not to recognise the very important steps that have been taken to reduce tension and conflict between our peoples.

I am happy to announce a concrete and unilateral set of proposals.

As of 0000 hours, 115.04.15, Pyre Falcon Defence Combine and all subsidiaries makes the following undertakings:

1. We formally recognise Federal sovereignty in the Regions of Placid, Verge Vendor and Essence that are currently included in the CEWPA conflict zone.

2. We formally recognise Federal sovereignty in the Intaki system - until such time as the Intaki people indicate they wish to pursue independence as a result of free and fair elections.

3. We formally undertake to pursue no territorial gains in systems where we have recognised Federal Sovereignty. This includes the attack and capture of Federal Military Complexes, for the purposes of system capture or for financial remuneration.

4. We reiterate our commitment to the rules of war regarding the rescue of enemy combatant ship crews from life pods after fleet battles as soon as is practicably possible. Moreover we will move to repatriate recovered FDU crewmembers, not guilty of crimes, without exchange to any FDU alliance or organisation that signs a reciprocal agreement.

5. We formally commit to maintain State sovereignty through territorial integrity operations along the FNNE axis (Fliet, Nagamanen, Nennamaila, Eha) and will maintain such against FDU and TLF Aggression.

6. So long as the war between the Caldari State and the Gallente Federation continues, we reserve the right to carry out unrestricted warfare on enemy flagged ships in ANY part of space at ANY time.

7. Pursuant to Caldari State, State Protectorate and Kaalakiota Corporate security guidelines, we reserve the right to attack any neutral flagged ship encountered within a Federal or State military complex or in the vicinity of the acceleration gate leading thereto.

8. Pursuant to Caldari State, State Protectorate and Kaalakiota Corporate security guidelines, we reserve the right to preemptive defensive actions on any ship, whatsoever its affiliation, which a Pyre Falcon fleet commander feels represents a clear and present danger to Pyre Falcon or Allied assets and personnel.

Excellent news, I commend and support this effort by Pyre Falcon.

You have my respect for the efforts of both you and Pyre, Tuulinen-haan.

My hope is that this rapprochement will continue and grow. If we were able to return to pre-CEWPA borders, with full repatriation of prisoners of war, and reintegration of refugees, it would meet the humanitarian ideal. This endless war serves noone.

In my individual capacity as a Federal Defense Union aligned pilot I would like to express my appreciation for this statement. In particular, it is refreshing to see any Caldari organization officially recognize Federal Sovereignty. Your futher commitment to refrain from operations intended to capture Federal Territory is laudable.

If I can assist in the repatriation of crew members of either nationality, please contact me directly.

For now I will leave others to discuss the merits of the various particulars of these unilateral actions.

This is an excellent step forward from Pyre Falcon, my utmost gratitude to them for taking this vital step in what may lead to peace between the State and Federation.

This is disappointing, mister Tuulinen. I had hoped the State would have its resolve strengthened after losing Caldari Prime and the defense fleet. Instead, the events seem to have only encouraged the State to back down.

The DMZ agreement was only an appeasement solution to discourage State retribution. Unfortunately, it seems to be working.

Msr. Tuulinen, I am very rarely surprised, but you have managed it.

My opinion counts for very little these days, but I respect what you have done.

11 April YC 115
Nonni III - Moon I
Kaalakiota Corporation Orbital

On behalf of the Board of the Pyre Falcon Defence Combine I find it necessary to unequivocally state that any failure to comply by the terms outlined in the policy statement as presented in this public communique will be considered a breach of professional conduct clauses as designated in private employment contracts of Pyre Falcon Defence and Security in addition to its subsidiaries thereof which can and will serve as grounds for immediate termination of employment.

Current State Protectorate contractual obligations shall remain in effect until its present renewal date, with the exception of CEWPA mandated territorial realization in CONCORD recognized Federal sovereignty as per pre-YC 110 borders. As both Chairwoman of the Pyre Falcon Defence Combine and a corporate military professional, I have found myself unable to condone a course of action demanded of me, that with the denial of corporate sovereignty rights purchased via blind auction and the use of Templis Dragonaur irregulars in the Intaki solar system by the State Executor, I find unconscionable on personal, professional and legal grounds insofar as at present there can be no sufficient guarantee that any capture of Federal territories on behalf of the State Protectorate and its occupying forces that the independence, liberties and prosperity of Federal civilians and non-combatants will be assured with justice, dignity, and fairness in addition to revoking the ability of Caldari corporations and CEP members to conduct free market enterprise to mutual advantage in foreign markets without restraint or restriction.

The burden of responsibility, both fiscal and legal, for this policy decision rests solely upon myself.

While it is true that elements of Federal Armed Forces have perpetrated the atrocities of scorched earth campaigns in Caldari territories against State citizens of which the Federal Defence Union as a whole has been complicit in allowing, it should be remembered that reciprocating such unrestrained violence, bellicosity and atrocity is not in keeping with the traditions of honour and integrity as befits the heritage of a people with a proud culture and civilization. Instead, we must seek to meet the continued armed provocation and injustices of the FDU and the Armed Forces of the Federation with courage and conviction in the defense of our Homeland as we act with measured restraint and compassion towards the innocents whose interests the FDU does not hold.

Regards,

Veikitamo Gesakaarin
Chairwoman
Pyre Falcon Defence Combine

Gotta admit. I was a skeptic but you've placated my concerns admirably, Mrs. Gesakaarin.

So be it.

Moitte, PYRE.

Some might say the hallmark of truly enlightened leadership is the ability to achieve an objective without ever having to unsheathe the blade. Not every solution to a problem requires the spilling of blood and the raising of the black banners.

I can understand the political and military concerns of the Empire well -- the possibility of the Federation Navy fortifying the Solitude-Kador corridors in the event of detente with the State is a legitimate cause for alarm given potential plans for a renewed Reclaiming by Empress Sarum into Republic territories.

However, the Caldari State through the CEP will act according its own interests, not that of the Empire.