23-12-2025, 01:56 AM
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Luthori & Mordusia to discuss forming a more formal relationship
Ever closer union?
November 5695
It Is no secret that the Commonwealth of Mordusia already heavily relies on the Empire for its defence, especially on the naval area of defence. The Commonwealth has in the last decades increased its fleet from being next to non-existant to a small fleet. But this is hardly enough to defend its interests in the region should a bad faith actor or a foreign threat arise. On the economic front, the recent oil shock has shown that good relations with Luthori, a stronger and more connected economic power is thé way to keep Mordusia economically safe. In this sense using the ancient connection of Mordusia in a more dangerous world, filled with other unions doesn’t seem such a bad idea. However, the current government hasn’t spoken up about their concret stance on the matter, only saying that it is very interested in seeing the proposals and looking forward to the meeting, as the Foreign Minister said.
This is no surprise seeing that the visit can book be seen as coming at the right time, giving the government as we said a lucky break from its string of problems to solve and to focus on the pleasant celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the Emperor-King’s ascension to the thrones of both Luthori and Mordusia. His Imperial Majesty Richard II’s dedication to both nations will be celebrated and the government has stated that they want to make sure the celebrations have a unique touch, showcasing Mordusia’s unique culture whilst also showcasing the steadfast and strong but also ancient relationship with Luthori and the Orange-Villayn dynasty.
This however leads us to the unfortunate part of the visit. The National-led government had hoped to throw everything into the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the ascension of Emperor Richard II as Emperor of Luthori and King Mordusia, including a military parade and various local civilian celebrations across the country. However, during the preparation for such a military parade several things went horribly wrong. Whilst transporting tanks several roads and bridges were horribly damaged by the transport, necessitating their replacement and a broad investment into upgrading the road system to be able to transport military hardware. According to sources from within the government the cabinet is quite embarrassed that the roads who should have been built to transport military hardware were apparently not made right and failed to actually perform. The embarrassment is worse for the government because the National Party has always wanted to strengthen the nation and be a more reliable regional partner for the Empire instead of being a burden that leans on them for everything. On top of fiscal problems and leftover problems from previous governments the National Party-led government seems more focused on damage control than in control of the agenda.
Though, with this visit that might chance? It is hard to say. What we can say is that its seen in the polls that Mordusians are very appriciative of the attention of the Luthorians and that the monarchy remains popular. Various states have announced that they are on-top of the federal plans for celebrations also organising their local celebrations. Each state will focus on its own history with the monarchy and the unique flavour of their state's culture and traditions. The state of New Orange will for instance showcase its historic ties through its name and hosting the official seat of the monarch in Mordusia in Rechtenburg, whilst Outback and Coliwick will focus on the monarch's involvement in nature preservation and showcasing the biodiversity of Mordusia. The states have said they will work together with the federal government to make sure that the celebrations all allign in timing and coordination.