An Act to ratify and give effect to the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Development between the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie and Brezovo and Yavorina, to authorize the establishment of diplomatic relations, to designate implementing agencies, to appropriate funds for implementation, and for other purposes.
The Treaty of Preplava Ratification and Application Act, 1752 (Alexandrian: Loi de Ratification et d'Application du Traite de Preplava, 1752; Martino: Ley de Ratificacion y Aplicacion del Tratado de Preplava, 1752; Wechua: Preplava Anuchiy Rurasqanmanta Kamachiy, 1752) is an Act of the Cortes Federales that ratifies the Treaty of Preplava, a bilateral treaty establishing diplomatic relations and cooperation between Nouvelle Alexandrie and Brezovo and Yavorina.
Introduced by Secretary of State Jean-Michel Durand on 16.II.1752AN, the Act authorizes the King to exchange instruments of ratification, designates implementing agencies, and appropriates funds for treaty implementation. The Act was passed by the Federal Assembly on 19.III.1752AN by a vote of 743 to 0 with 6 abstentions. The Chamber of Peers approved the measure on 11.IV.1752AN by a vote of 198 to 0 with 2 abstentions. King Sinchi Roca II granted Royal Assent on 18.IV.1752AN, with the Act taking effect immediately.
The legislation reflects Nouvelle Alexandrie's interest in supporting emerging democracies with historical ties to the Federation. VodDamek Kmitsan, founder of Brezovo and Yavorina, spent his formative years in Nouvelle Alexandrie, completing his education at the University of Chambery and establishing his business career in the Federation before leading the independence movement that created the new Retic state.
The Treaty of Preplava Ratification and Application Act attracted no floor opposition in either chamber. Committee review focused on two questions: the adequacy of the NAX€8.5 million appropriation for the first three years of mission operations and development programs, and the priority designation of the University of Chambery in the scholarship program. On the first question, the Committee on Foreign Affairs received testimony from NAIDA Director-General Emile Fontaine that the appropriation was sufficient to establish the mission and launch priority programs, with ongoing development assistance to flow through the standard budgetary process. On the second, several deputies questioned whether designating a single institution by name in statute was appropriate policy; the government responded that the designation reflected the direct personal connection between VodDamek Kmitsan and the University and carried symbolic significance for the bilateral relationship.
No party voted against the Act. The six abstentions in the Federal Assembly came from FCP deputies who expressed general support for the treaty but reservations about the open-ended development assistance commitment under Section 24.
Key provisions
The act authorizes His Majesty the King to exchange instruments of ratification with Brezovo and Yavorina, bringing the Treaty of Preplava into force. Upon exchange of instruments, both parties become bound by the treaty's provisions.
The act directs the Department of State to establish a diplomatic mission in Preplava within six months of the treaty's entry into force. Emile Fontaine, designated as Ambassador during treaty negotiations, shall present credentials upon establishment of the mission. The act authorizes necessary personnel appointments and facility acquisition for the embassy.
The act designates the New Alexandrian International Development Agency as the lead agency for development cooperation with Brezovo and Yavorina. NAIDA shall develop specific implementing agreements for assistance programs in accordance with Article IX of the treaty. Priority areas include infrastructure development, healthcare capacity building, agricultural and fisheries development, public administration strengthening, and telecommunications.
The act establishes the Joint Economic Committee contemplated by Article IV of the treaty. The Committee shall include representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Treasury, and relevant private sector representatives. The Committee shall convene within six months of the treaty's entry into force.
Appropriations
The act appropriates NAX€8.5 million over three years for treaty implementation, allocated as follows:
NAX€4.2 million for establishment and operation of the diplomatic mission in Preplava;
NAX€2.8 million for initial development cooperation programs;
NAX€1.5 million for educational exchange scholarships.
Additional development assistance shall be subject to separate appropriations through the standard budgetary process.
Text of the Act
TREATY OF PREPLAVA RATIFICATION AND APPLICATION ACT, 1752
Ordered, by the Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie,
to be Printed, 1752AN.
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BE IT ENACTED by the King's Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Cortes Federales, in this present session assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:-
PART I GENERAL PROVISIONS
1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the "Treaty of Preplava Ratification and Application Act, 1752".
2. CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY.
Article 35, Clause 3 of the Proclamation of Punta Santiago provides that it is incumbent upon His Majesty the King, upon the advice of the Council of State and the ratification of the Federal Assembly, to express the consent of the Federation to obligate itself internationally through treaties in conformity with the Proclamation and the laws.
The Cortes Federales exercises the legislative powers of the Federation in accordance with the Proclamation and with the laws.
3. DEFINITIONS.
In this Act:
"Treaty" shall mean the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Development between the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie and Brezovo and Yavorina, signed at Preplava on 12.II.1752AN, as set forth in the Schedule to this Act;
"implementing agreement" shall mean any supplementary agreement, arrangement, or memorandum of understanding concluded between the Parties to give effect to specific provisions of the Treaty;
"Joint Economic Committee" shall mean the committee established pursuant to Article IV of the Treaty;
Consular services may be provided through the diplomatic mission or through separate consular facilities as circumstances warrant.
PART IV TRADE AND ECONOMIC COOPERATION
10. MOST FAVORED NATION TREATMENT.
In accordance with Article IV of the Treaty, goods, services, and investments of Brezovo and Yavorina shall receive treatment no less favorable than that accorded to any third state.
The Department of Trade and Industry shall issue guidance to customs authorities and relevant agencies ensuring compliance with most favored nation obligations.
11. JOINT ECONOMIC COMMITTEE.
There is hereby established the Joint Economic Committee contemplated by Article IV of the Treaty.
The New Alexandrian section of the Committee shall consist of:
Two representatives from the private sector, appointed by the Secretary of Trade and Industry following consultation with relevant business associations.
The Committee shall convene within six months of the Treaty's entry into force and shall meet at least annually thereafter.
The Committee shall:
Review implementation of trade and economic provisions of the Treaty;
Identify opportunities for expanded economic cooperation;
Resolve disputes arising from trade and investment matters;
Make recommendations to the respective governments.
12. INVESTMENT PROTECTION.
Investments by nationals and companies of Brezovo and Yavorina in Nouvelle Alexandrie shall receive fair and equitable treatment and full protection and security under New Alexandrian law.
The Department of Justice shall ensure that legal remedies are available to investors from Brezovo and Yavorina on terms no less favorable than those available to domestic investors or investors from third states.
The University of Chambéry shall receive priority designation in the scholarship program, recognizing the historical connection between VodDamek Kmitsan and the institution.
Other eligible institutions include public universities and accredited private institutions throughout Nouvelle Alexandrie.
The scholarship program shall provide:
Full tuition coverage;
Living stipends at rates determined by the Department of Education;
Nouvelle Alexandrie, as a multilingual and multicultural federation, expresses support for efforts to preserve and promote the Neo-Retic language and Retic cultural heritage.
NAIDA shall coordinate all development assistance programs with Brezovo and Yavorina and shall serve as the primary point of contact for implementing agreements.
17. PRIORITY AREAS.
Development cooperation programs shall give priority to the following areas as specified in Article IX of the Treaty:
Infrastructure development;
Healthcare capacity building;
Agricultural and fisheries development;
Public administration and institutional strengthening;
Telecommunications and technology.
Specific programs and their funding levels shall be established through implementing agreements negotiated by NAIDA.
18. IMPLEMENTING AGREEMENTS.
NAIDA is authorized to negotiate and conclude implementing agreements with appropriate authorities of Brezovo and Yavorina to give effect to the development cooperation provisions of the Treaty.
Implementing agreements shall specify:
Scope and objectives of assistance programs;
Funding levels and sources;
Implementation arrangements and timelines;
Monitoring and evaluation requirements;
Reporting obligations.
Implementing agreements shall be submitted to the Department of State for review prior to signature to ensure consistency with Treaty obligations and foreign policy objectives.
19. ALIGNMENT WITH DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES.
Development cooperation shall be conducted on the basis of mutual respect, transparency, and alignment with the development priorities of Brezovo and Yavorina as specified in Article IX of the Treaty.
NAIDA shall consult regularly with authorities of Brezovo and Yavorina to ensure programs respond to identified needs and priorities.
PART VII MARITIME COOPERATION
20. PORT ACCESS.
Commercial vessels of Brezovo and Yavorina shall have access to designated commercial ports of Nouvelle Alexandrie on terms no less favorable than those accorded to vessels of third states, in accordance with Article VIII of the Treaty.
The Department of Trade and Industry shall designate ports available for access and shall publish applicable terms and conditions.
21. SEARCH AND RESCUE.
The Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie and relevant civilian authorities shall cooperate with Brezovo and Yavorina in search and rescue operations for vessels and persons in distress at sea in accordance with Article VIII of the Treaty.
The Department of Defense shall negotiate operational arrangements with appropriate authorities of Brezovo and Yavorina for coordination of search and rescue activities.
22. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.
Nouvelle Alexandrie and Brezovo and Yavorina recognize the protection of the marine environment as a common interest in accordance with Article VIII of the Treaty.
There is hereby appropriated NAX€8.5 million over three fiscal years for implementation of this Act and the Treaty, allocated as follows:
NAX€4.2 million for establishment and operation of the diplomatic mission in Preplava, including facility acquisition, personnel costs, and operational expenses;
NAX€2.8 million for initial development cooperation programs administered by NAIDA;
NAX€1.5 million for educational exchange scholarships.
Funds appropriated under this section shall remain available until expended.
24. SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS.
Development assistance beyond the initial appropriation in Section 23 shall be subject to separate appropriations through the standard budgetary process.
The Department of Treasury shall include projections for ongoing Treaty implementation costs in annual budget submissions.
The Department of State shall coordinate implementation activities across all agencies with responsibilities under this Act.
An interagency working group chaired by the Department of State shall meet quarterly during the first two years following the Treaty's entry into force to review implementation progress.
28. AMENDMENTS AND TERMINATION.
Any amendment to the Treaty shall be submitted to the Cortes Federales for approval before instruments of amendment are exchanged.
Should Nouvelle Alexandrie determine to terminate the Treaty in accordance with Article XII, notice of intent to terminate shall be submitted to the Cortes Federales at least 90 days before the notice is transmitted to Brezovo and Yavorina.
29. SEVERABILITY.
If any provision of this Act, or its application to any person or circumstance, is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Act, and the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances, shall not be affected thereby.
30. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Act shall take effect immediately upon receiving Royal Assent.
Implementation of this Act shall commence upon exchange of instruments of ratification as provided in Section 4.
The Treaty of Preplava Ratification and Application Act, 1752 passed without a single dissenting vote in either chamber, reflecting broad cross-party support for establishing formal diplomatic and economic relations with Brezovo and Yavorina. The six abstentions in the Federal Assembly came from FCP deputies who expressed reservations about the scope of the open-ended development assistance commitment under Section 24.
The Act's unanimous passage reflected the personal and diplomatic significance of VodDamek Kmitsan's ties to the Federation. All party leaders voted in favor. The FCP abstentions were the only sign of any reservation, and Claude Beaumont made clear in floor debate that his party supported the treaty itself without qualification; the abstaining deputies objected solely to the Section 24 provision allowing ongoing development assistance through supplemental appropriations without a fixed ceiling. The Chamber of Peers passed the Act without debate, with the two hereditary peer abstentions unaccompanied by written statements.
