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 incluede 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. States that fall in the category of Cymdogion are: Alduria-Wechua, Craitland, Mercury, Natopia and Shireroth. In addition, citizens from the Batavian region of Kasterburg may apply for visa, as well as citizens from Northern Elwynn. 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 with whom Calbion has official relations through treaties. These are New Batavia and Nova Caradia. The Kingdom of the South Sea Islands, which is also in this category has informal friendly relations with Calbion.

Foreign relations and visa policies

Country	Category	Visa requirement	Notes
Arbor	Gweddus	Visa required	Regarded positively for its stance against the Raspur and USSO blocks
Alduria-Wechua	Cymdogion	Visa required
Bassarid Periphery	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Bassarid Empire	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Batavia	Cymdogion	Visa required	Batavia is generally regarded as positive though high scepticism exists over the role of the Radical party and ties to Jingdao and subversive international elements.
Byalia	Friendly	Visa on arrival	Established an exchange of ambassadors and a Visa on arrival regime
Constancia	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a front for Raspur-condoned destruction of the harmonious international order
Craitland	Gweddus	Visa required	Viewed positively
Drak-Modan	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a Natopian puppet state
Elwynn	Cymdogion	Visa required	Elwynnese government regarded as hostile, possibility for cooperation remains open in Chryse and the North
Floria	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a failed state with a tendency of causing international uproar
Goëtia	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Considered a malign presence on the Cibolan continent
Graecia	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Hexarchy	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Jääland	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Jingdao	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Frequent history of violence against the Calbain population
Kalgachia	Gweddus	Visa required
Meckelnburgh	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Mercury	Cymdogion	Visa required	No formal contact yet
Natopia	Cymdogion	Travel prohibited (except for diplomats)	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.
New Batavia	Friendly	Visa on arrival	Signed the Treaty of Lucerne
Nova Caradia	Friendly	Visa on arrival	Signed the Treaty of Carreg Castle
Nova England	Gweddus	Visa required	Regarded as friendly and share cultural similarities
Palesmenia	Cymdogion	Visa required
Ralgon	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Though not well regarded, might be strategically important due to close proximity
Ransenar	Cymdogion	Visa required	Cultural similarities but problematic government
Sanama	Cymdogion	Visa required
Sankt Ludwigshafen	Gweddus	Visa required	Regarded as friendly neighbours
Sanpantul	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Senya	Gweddus	Visa required
Shireroth	Cymdogion	Visa required
South Sea Islands	Friendly	Visa on arrival	Friendly relations
Suren Confederacy	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited
Tellia	Cymdogion	Visa required
Thracistan	Cymdogion	Visa required
Unified Governorates	Y Lleill	Travel prohibited	Regarded as a criminal enterprise
West Skerry and Sri Pashana	Cymdogion	Visa required