Treaty between Sanama and Bassaridia Vaeringheim
The Treaty of friendship, trade, and transit between the Sanaman Union of People's Republics and the Associate Domain of Bassaridia Vaeringheim was signed in Vaeringheim on 8.IV.1748 AN (15/01/52 PSSC) by President Toti Lampa, for Sanama, and Merchant General Basilios Barakat al-Moravi, acting under the authority of the Council of Kings, for Bassaridia Vaeringheim.
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TREATY OF FRIENDSHIP, TRADE, AND TRANSIT
BETWEEN
THE SANAMAN UNION OF PEOPLE'S REPUBLICS
AND
THE ASSOCIATE DOMAIN OF BASSARIDIA VAERINGHEIM
Concluded on the authority of The President of the Sanaman Union of People's Republics,
and
Her Majesty, the Merchant General of the General Port of Lake Morovia, acting under the supreme oversight of the Council of Kings of Bassaridia Vaeringheim.
Desiring to deepen goodwill while scrupulously safeguarding their respective constitutional, spiritual, and security prerogatives, the High Contracting Parties agree as follows:Article I – Peace and friendship
There shall be a firm and perpetual state of peace and friendly relations between the High Contracting Parties, their heirs or successors, and their citizens, without discrimination. Neither Party shall plan, sponsor, assist, or permit covert or overt military activity against the peoples or institutions of the other.Article II – Sovereignty and territorial integrity
Each High Contracting Party shall respect the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the other and shall consolidate relations on the basis of equality and mutual benefit. Both Parties recognise each other’s rightful ownership of all territory claimed on the MCS map with the consent of the Council of the MCS.Article III – Peaceful settlement of disputes
1. Any dispute arising under this Treaty shall first be addressed by prompt consultation between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs.
2. If no settlement is reached within thirty (30) days, the Parties shall convene a Joint Conciliation Panel of three members (one appointed by each Party, the Chair agreed by both).
3. Should agreement on a Chair fail within fifteen (15) days, the Chair shall be drawn by lot from a roster maintained by the Joint Commission.
4. Failing conciliation, either Party may submit the matter to binding arbitration before a three-member tribunal convened under mutually agreed rules. The tribunal’s award shall be final and enforceable.Article IV – Mobility and consular facilitation
1. Nationals of either Party shall enjoy visa-free entry for stays up to ninety (90) days for visit or transit, upon presentation of a valid passport or national ID stating nationality.
2. The Parties shall implement reciprocal “trusted traveler” channels at ports of entry, subject to national security.
3. Consular access and protection are guaranteed, and both Parties shall maintain 24/7 consular hotlines.
4. Temporary restrictions may be imposed only in case of national emergency, with immediate notification to the other Party.Article V – Diplomatic mission
The High Contracting Parties shall establish embassies in each other’s capitals. Missions shall enjoy full diplomatic immunities and exist to develop relations in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect.Article VI – Secure transit, ports, and protected corridors
1. Sanaman-flagged commercial vessels shall enjoy most-favoured-port status and a fifty percent (50%) reduction in standard port dues at the General Port of Lake Morovia and Bassaridian ports on or connected to the Strait of Haifa and Lake Morovia
2. Bassaridian-flagged commercial vessels shall enjoy reciprocal most-favoured-port status and reduced dues at designated Sanaman ports.
3. The Parties designate a “Protected Keltian Corridor” for cargo moving between Sanama and Bassaridia Vaeringheim, with convoying or escorts where necessary.
4. Both Parties shall coordinate anti-piracy, smuggling interdiction, and route-security information.Article VII – Customs, standards, and trade facilitation
1. The Parties adopt mutual recognition for plant and animal health certificates for low-risk consignments.
2. Port health inspection checklists for beverages, coffee/tea, grains, and fresh produce shall be aligned within sixty (60) days.
3. A “single window” system shall be established in each capital for traders to obtain permits digitally.
4. Categories of animals and plants may be prohibited from entry to either party for sanitary, ecological or health reasons. Such exceptions shall be communicated to the other party at least 60 days before coming into effect.Article VIII – Tariffs and sector preferences
1. The Parties eliminate all customs duties, fees, and charges on alcoholic beverages produced in either Party.
2. Zero tariffs shall apply to:
a. Coffee and tea exported from Bassaridia Vaeringheim;
b. Rice and fresh fruit exported from Sanama.
3. The Joint Commission may expand this list annually.Article IX – Access to the General Port of Lake Morovia
1. Sanaman firms may open “General Port Accounts” and access investor services in accordance with the General Port framework.
2. Bassaridia Vaeringheim shall establish a **Sanama Trade Window** at the General Port to support berthing allocation, certification, dispute triage, and language services.Article X – Science, education, and culture
The Parties shall establish joint councils for culture, education, science, and research, with a minimum of fifty (50) scholarships or exchanges per year, and cooperative projects in resilient agriculture, water management, and renewable energy.Article XII – Public security, MLAT, and extradition
1. The Parties shall cooperate against piracy, terrorism, human trafficking, narcotics, and organized crime.
2. They shall conclude mutual legal assistance and extradition arrangements within sixty (60) days of entry into force.
3. Secure channels shall be maintained for time-critical cooperation.
4. Neither party is required to extradite its own citizens.Article XIII – Communications
The Parties shall maintain proper and open channels of communication, including secure crisis hotlines between foreign ministries and transport/security authorities.Article XIV – Transparency and non-derogation
Implementation shall be consistent with each Party’s constitution and laws. No measure under this Treaty shall derogate from obligations owed to third parties, save by mutual agreement.Article XV – Amendments
This Treaty may be amended only by written agreement of both High Contracting Parties. Any contrary action shall be null and void.Article XVI – Joint Commission
1. A Sanama–Bassaridia Vaeringheim Joint Commission is hereby established, co-chaired at deputy-minister level, meeting at least twice annually, alternating between Semisa City and Vaeringheim.
2. The Commission shall maintain the conciliators’ roster, adopt implementing protocols, review tariff schedules, and publish an annual report.Article XVII – Ratification and entry into force
This Treaty shall enter into force upon ratification by both High Contracting Parties in accordance with their constitutional procedures.Article XVIII – Duration and withdrawal
This Treaty shall remain in force indefinitely. A Party may withdraw by giving twelve (12) months’ written notice through diplomatic channels. Withdrawal shall not affect obligations accrued before the effective date.
Signed at Vaeringheim on 8.IV.1748 AN (xx/xx/xx PSSC),
For the Sanaman Union of People's Republics: President Toti Lampa
For the Associate Domain of Bassaridia Vaeringheim: Merchant General Basilios Barakat al-Moravi
