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Foreign relations of Calbion

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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 Aemilia Cydffederasiwn Aemilia Cymdogion Visa required
Aerla Aerla Aerla Cymdogion Visa required
Ashinthael Ashinthael Asinthael Cymdogion Visa required See also Foreign relations of Ashinthael.
Bassaridia Vaeringheim Bassaridia Vaeringheim Feringheim Bassaridiaidd Y Lleill Travel prohibited
Benacian Union Benacian Union Undeb Benasiaidd Y Lleill Travel prohibited
Çakaristan Çakaristan Tsacaristan Cyfeillgar Visa-free for 90 days See also Foreign relations of Çakaristan.
Cerulea Cerulea Cerwlia Cymdogion Visa required See also Foreign relations of Cerulea.
Constancia Constancia Gwlad Cystenynion, Constantia Y Lleill Travel prohibited Regarded as a front for Raspur-condoned destruction of the harmonious international order. See also Foreign relations of Constancia.
Craitland Craitland Gwlad y Craitau Cyfeillgar Visa-free for 90 days
Daau Daau Daaŵ Cyfeillgar Visa on Arrival
Dark Berry Islands Dark Berry Islands Ynysoedd Aeron Tywyll Cyfeillgar Visa on Arrival
Eternia Eternia Eternia Y Lleill Travel prohibited Considered a satellite state of the Imperial Federation.
Floria Floria Gwlad Flodeuog Y Lleill Travel prohibited Regarded as a failed state with a tendency of causing international uproar. See also Foreign relations of Floria.
Hexarchy Hexarchy Y Chwe Maes Y Lleill Travel prohibited See also Foreign affairs of The Hexarchy.
Imperial Federation Imperial Federation Ffederasiwn Imperialaidd Y Lleill Travel prohibited
International Mandate International Mandate Mandad Rhyngwladol Cyfeillgar Visa on Arrival
Kalgachia 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 Kurum Ash-Sharqia Cwrwm Dwyreiniol Cyfeillgar Visa on Arrival See also Foreign affairs of Kurum Ash-Sharqia.
Lac Glacei Lac Glacei Llyn Rhewlifol Mawr Cyfeillgar Visa on Arrival See also Foreign relations of Lac Glacei
Meckelnburgh Meckelnburgh Castell Mawr Y Lleill Travel prohibited See also Foreign affairs of Meckelnburgh.
Mercury Mercury Mercwri Cyfeillgar Visa-free for 90 days See also Foreign relations of Mercury.
Mondosphere Mondosphere Sffêr y Mondo Cyfeillgar Visa required Visa required due to Raspur Pact membership. See also Foreign relations of Mondo.
Moorland Moorland Gwlad y Gweunydd Cyfeillgar Visa required Visa required due to Raspur Pact membership. See also Foreign relations of Moorland.
Natopia 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 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 Oportia Oportho Cymdogion Visa required See also Foreign relations of Oportia.
Order of the Holy Lakes 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 Polonias Cymdogion Visa required
Sanama 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 Senya Seniach Cyfeillgar Visa-free for 90 days (120 for students) Treaty signed. See also Foreign relations of Senya.
Shireroth 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 South Sea Islands Ynysoedd y Môr y De Cyfeillgar Visa on arrival Friendly relations.
Suren Confederacy Suren Confederacy Cydffederaliaeth Sŵr Y Lleill Travel prohibited See also Foreign relations of the Suren Confederacy.
Svetostrov Svetostrov Sfetostrof Cymdogion Visa required
Tellia Tellia Gwlad y Têl Cymdogion Visa required
Three Kingdoms 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 United Principalities Tywysogaethau Unedig Cymdogion Visa required See also Foreign affairs of the United Principalities of Cibola
Vegno Vegno Fenio Cyfeillgar Visa-free for 90 days Signed a treaty. See also Foreign relations of Vegno.
Zeed 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.