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Imperialism or Peacekeeping? How have Egelian activities affected Dovani, and the world?
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May 14th, 5704
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Dovani is no stranger to imperialism. For as long as the Proletariat of Dovani has stood firm, there have been imperialists. Exploitations. Colonists. Some have been open about it, willfully embracing the term, imperialist. Others, have denied it she claimed they were spreading peace, prosperity and joy. Today, it's Egelion that's the focus. Some, especially in the West call Egelion an imperialist state, and it's allies as mere puppets to Altéa. Others, will view Egelion as a peacekeeper, even if they have flaws. Today, we're going to look into the actions of Egelion, and the consequences they've had on Dovani, and the wider world.

First, we need to establish the basics. Egelion is an "Enlightened Absolute Monarchy", with, charitably, democratic characteristics. Does this mean to imply that only monarchies can do imperialism? No. But, this is required for the basis of comparison. Alongside this, Egelion operates a mixed economy, with a relatively robust welfare system. Nothing too crazy, nor exciting. This is what we're working with when comparing.

Now, let us look to the very first instance of Egelian interventions. Rildanor. In the 5660s and 70s, a fascist state emerged from Rildanor, and Egelion was quick to strike, declaring war against the fascist state and supporting a breakaway Republic on the island of Meriath. It goes without saying that opposition to fascism is always a moral thing to do, and that no expense can be spared opposing fascism. Could this be considered imperialism? Egelion did secure basing rights in Meriath, which could be argued as an imperialist action. However. It is worth noting that the population of Meriath willingly offered basing rights, and held successful democratic, republican elections in which socialists prevailed. The will of the people, chose to trust Egelion. It cannot be argued as imperialism, as it was in the goal of shattering fascism in Rildanor, which ultimately occured in the late 5670s.

Moving onto the next example, the Kerisian War, and the formal establishment of the Kerisian Empire. Yes, the war with New Endralon and Kizenia. A controversial war, no doubt. In the early 5680s, a reactionary military overthrew the civilian government of NEK and was quick to antagonize neighbouring states such as Nadiya, and of course, Egelion. After a protest turned violent and a protestor was shot, a protester of Egelian citizenship, the Kerisian War began, as Nadiya and Egelion looked to invade and put the reactionary state down. The war would quickly end with a victory for Egelion, Nadiya and Kalistan (as Kalistan would join the war effort due to security concerns), and the results? Democracy in NEK, a personal union between Egelion and NEK, and the formation of the Kerisian Empire. Could this be considered imperialism? Maybe. However, land grabs were firmly rejected, and democratization was mandated. No Egelian puppets installed into power. No annexed territory. Afterwards, Egelion willingly poured hundreds upon hundreds into the development of NEK. No resource extraction. You can argue that the Kerisian Empire is imperialist. However, you can also try arguing that Amudim is a real state. Each state within the Kerisian Empire willingly joined. Even to the detriment of Egelion, such as NEK due to the financial black hole it was at the end of the Kerisian War.

And finally, the most controversial, New Verham. Egelion did intervene abruptly. That's undeniable, and it has started conversation on whether Dovani states should take more initiative and whether Egelion is an imperialist power. However, it is also worth noting that Egelion did cooperate with regional partners, such as Xsampa and Bianjie, and even international partners, such as Wrnuke and Luthori. As New Verham bled, Egelion spent lives and money on assisting the people and peacekeeping operations. And what is the end result? They handed responsibility over to regional allies (again, Xsampa and Bianjie), and are providing economic aid to New Verham. The results arguably speak for themselves. 

The important question to ask, however is not if these actions were imperialist. It's to ask, would anyone have done anything? Would anyone have saved Rildanor from fascism? Would anyone have toppled the reactionary junta in NEK? Would anyone have willingly cooperated with other powers to resolve New Verham? No. But Egelion did. Despite the financial costs. Despite the cost of lives. Despite everything. And if there's one thing they can be said about Egelion, it's this. They can be rash and abrupt, yes. But, they will always try to ensure international allies are in the loop and will step up if they mess up. Very few powers will do such a thing and admit when they mess up. 
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