Foreign relations of Calbion

The foreign relations of Calbion are a reflection of the status of the country as independent and sovereign. As such, Calbion has found itself swung between alliances and power blocs on Micras throughout its history. Present foreign affairs are conducted by the Calbain Government, either through the Governor-General's office, or through the office of Foreign Affairs. Maintaining Calbion's independence, cultural identity and ensuring international free trade are the primary goals of Calbain foreign policy.

History

A government-issued propaganda poster from 1691, aimed at gathering support for the policy of Agoriad

Throughout its history, Calbion has seen several conflicts with neighbours such as Alexandria, Natopia and Jingdao due to the nation's insistence on an independent course between the main alliances on Micras. Notable conflicts include the Tractor incident, the Calbain Independence War and the Second Euran War. Although the nationalist government that ruled Calbion between 1685 and 1688 made some steps to establish relations with neighbouring countries, and the governments led by Llywelyn Lewis in the first half of the 17th century also displayed liberal characteristics, the incumbent conservative and realist government rejects international participation as a principle. Especially during the first years of the ab Ioan government, Calbion's foreign policy was characterised by a deep mistrust of the intermicronational community, and a focus on self-reliance in an anarchic, unreliable world. Rising concerns about the influence of Raspur-backed criminial enterprises on Cibola have adjusted Calbain foreign policy somewhat. Calbion attempted to establish some cooperation with USSO nations, which did not result in anything constructive. Thereafter, Calbion started to increase its diplomatic ties with other non-aligned states. In 1691, Governor-General ab Ioan officially declared isolation to be over, and announced the new period of "Agoriad" or opening of relations towards others. In that year, Calbion signed treaties with several neighbours.

Categorisation of Nations

The Calbain government however distinguishes three groups of nations. The categorisation of these nation is mostly done because of reasons of opportunity. For instance, Natopia is widely regarded as a "cultural and historical enemy" of Calbion, but nevertheless remains classified in the Cymdogion category due to its regional influence and proximity.

The largest group is that of Y Lleill, nations with whom Calbion refuses any contact. Citizens of countries from this group also may not apply for visa and will be deported when attempting to cross the border.

A second group of nations is known as the Cymdogion, these are nations that Calbion recognises as having some importance for the nation, but with whom the Calbain government does not have any official relations. Citizens from these countries may apply for visa, and diplomats may be allowed entry.

Thirdly, there is a category known as Gweddus. These nations are recognised as potentially decent. Though no diplomatic relations will be established, unofficial contact between these nations and the Calbain government may occur. Citizens may also apply for visa.

Lastly, there is a group of friendly nations, Cyfeillgar, with whom Calbion has official relations through the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Foreign relations and visa policies

Country	Calbic Name	Category	Visa requirement	Notes
Aemilia	Cydffederasiwn Aemilia	Cymdogion	Visa required
Aerla	Aerla	Cymdogion	Visa required
Ashinthael	Asinthael	Cymdogion	Visa required
Bassaridia Vaeringheim	Feringheim Bassaridiaidd	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Benacian Union	Undeb Benasiaidd	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Çakaristan	Tsacaristan	Cymdogion	Visa required
Cerulea	Cerwlia	Cymdogion	Visa required
Constancia	Gwlad Cystenynion, Constantia	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a front for Raspur-condoned destruction of the harmonious international order
Craitland	Gwlad y Craitau	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days
Daau	Daaŵ	Cyfeillgar	Visa on Arrival
Dark Berry Islands	Ynysoedd Aeron Tywyll	Cyfeillgar	Visa on Arrival
Eternia	Eternia	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Floria	Gwlad Flodeuog	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a failed state with a tendency of causing international uproar
Hexarchy	Y Chwe Maes	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	See also Foreign affairs of The Hexarchy.
Imperial Federation	Ffederasiwn Imperialaidd	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
International Mandate	Mandad Rhyngwladol	Cyfeillgar	Visa on Arrival
Kalgachia	Calgach	Cyfeillgar	Visa required	Kalgachia is one of the primary strategic allies of Calbion in countering the influence of the Raspur pact. Kalgachians have the possibility to apply for a visa at the consulate in Oktavyan but may be subject to strict background checks to avoid BU infiltration.
Kurum Ash-Sharqia	Cwrwm Dwyreiniol	Cyfeillgar	Visa on Arrival
Lac Glacei	Llyn Rhewlifol Mawr	Cyfeillgar	Visa on Arrival
Meckelnburgh	Castell Mawr	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Mercury	Mercwri	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days
Mondosphere	Sffêr y Mondo	Cyfeillgar	Visa required	Visa required due to Raspur Pact membership
Natopia	Gwlad y Nate	Cymdogion	Visa required	Regarded as a cultural and historical enemy. History of violent conflict and war between Calbion and Natopia. Natopia is considered a "morally subversive influence". However, Natopia remains a powerful player in the region and strategic partnerships on an informal level are not rejected beforehand. See also Foreign affairs of Natopia.
Normark	Normarc	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	See also Foreign affairs of Normark.
Nouvelle-Alexandrie Nouvelle-Alexandrie	Alecsandria Newydd	Cymdogion	Visa required	See also Foreign affairs of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
Oportia	Oportho	Cymdogion	Visa required	See also Foreign relations of Oportia.
Order of the Holy Lakes (Hurmu)	Urdd y Llynnoedd Sanctaidd (Hwrmw)	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days	See also Foreign relations of the Order of the Holy Lakes
Polonias	Polonias	Cymdogion	Visa required
Sanama	Sanama	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days	Established friendly relations following Sanama's departure from the Raspur Pact, with the signing of the Treaty between Calbion and Sanama. See also Foreign relations of Sanama.
Senya	Seniach	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days (120 for students)	Treaty signed. See also Foreign relations of Senya.
Shireroth	Siroedd	Gweddus	Visa required	Status changed to Gweddus after Shireroth's recognition of the Free Elwynnese Republic, which remains in place despite the loss of Free Elwynn. See also Foreign relations of Shireroth.
South Sea Islands	Ynysoedd y Môr y De	Cyfeillgar	Visa on arrival	Friendly relations.
Suren Confederacy	Cydffederaliaeth Syr	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	See also Foreign relations of the Suren Confederacy.
Svetostrov	Sfetostrof	Cymdogion	Visa required
Tellia	Gwlad y Têl	Cymdogion	Visa required
Three Kingdoms	Tair Teyrnas	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days	Visa required for people with connection to Riskai or Varmland. See also Foreign relations of the Three Kingdoms.
United Principalities	Tywysogaethau Unedig	Cymdogion	Visa required	See also Foreign affairs of the United Principalities of Cibola
Vegno	Fenio	Cyfeillgar	Visa-free for 90 days	Signed a treaty. See also Foreign relations of Vegno.
Zeed	Sîd	Cymdogion	Visa required	Formerly friendly relations, standing together against Raspurid domination. After Zeed's u-turn to join the RP instead, the relations remained, though strained.