Egelion

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Cheers for Royal Councilor Mondragon were loud and abrupt when she landed in Gongmangdo for a scheduled state visit between both nations. The IDE contacted the royal government in Baeguk to begin arrangements for Mondragon, who had just returned from Utaristan and Bianjie not long ago. The IDE made it clear that Altea was looking to "deepen and connect" both countries due to close proximity and a shared history--one of the reasons Mondragon flew to Baeguk. Royal Councilor Mondragon landed early in the morning on June 4th, with a crowd ready to greet her and welcome her to the Dovanian nation. She was directed with personal guard to the Teal House, the residency of the Prime Minister.

Royal Councilor Mondragon arrived at the residency, and met with the Prime Minister. Mondragon arrived with two goals in mind: to officially declare an apology and declaration of sovereignty over the Udongdo Island dispute, and to forge a new partnership with Baeguk on culture, economics, and security. Mondragon gave the Prime Minister, during a live broadcast, an official declaration written and signed by King Romulo, that apologized for Egelion's role in the suffering of the people of Udongdo Island, and officially declared it Baeguk's sovereign territory--despite an agreement already being in place. Mondragon stated that Egelion "is not looking to engage in furthering imperialism or being proud of past grievances" the nation aims to "heal and build, not divide and destroy".

Among other things, the proclamation of sovereignty for Udongdo comes with a 5 million Egelian Crown Grant for the Government of Baeguk to use for education purposes: expanding curriculum and access to national history especially concerning the dispute of the island. Mondragon also laid out plans for cooperation between both countries. The Royal Council hopes to approve naval stationing and patrols between Egelion and Baeguk. Specifically, active patrols would begin in the White Ocean and in the Yadraz Sea--the body of water between Baeguk and Egelion. Free trade deals and cultural diffusion were also spoken of, considering the popularity of skincare products in Egelion. Overall, Mondragon headed into this meeting with reconciliation, cooperation, and hope. Thankfully, upon her return to Altea, she will have created a successful partnership for both nations.