State visit of King Sinchi Roca II to Oportia
| Type | Diplomatic state visit |
|---|---|
| Host country |
 Oportia |
| Visiting country |
 Nouvelle Alexandrie |
| Date | 15.IV - 18.IV.1747 AN |
| Host head of state |
Federal Representative Felicia Belanger |
| Visiting head of state |
King Sinchi Roca II |
| Host head of government |
Federal Chancellor Cyrus Valsinoire |
| Visiting head of government |
Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez (accompanying delegation) |
| Location |
Vanie, Oportia |
| Result | Strengthened bilateral relations; ceremonial honors exchange; Île des Ombres Naval Base Treaty |
The State visit of King Sinchi Roca II to Oportia was an official diplomatic visit by King Sinchi Roca II of Nouvelle Alexandrie to Oportia from 15.IV.1747 AN to 18.IV.1747 AN. The four-day state visit took place in Vanie, the capital of Oportia, shortly following the completion of the Oportian general election in month IV.1747 AN.
The visit marked a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations, with King Sinchi Roca II being formally received by Federal Representative Felicia Belanger and Federal Chancellor Cyrus Valsinoire. This state visit represented the continuation of Sinchi Roca II's active diplomatic engagement, adding to his record of 43 state visits conducted during his reign.
Background
The state visit was arranged following the conclusion of Oportia's general election in IV.1747 AN, which resulted in the formation of a new government under Federal Chancellor Cyrus Valsinoire. The timing of the visit demonstrated Nouvelle Alexandrie's commitment to maintaining strong diplomatic relations with Oportia during the post-election transition period.
King Sinchi Roca II's visit continued his father's tradition of strengthening international relationships through personal diplomacy. The visit also reflected the broader diplomatic strategy of Nouvelle Alexandrie to maintain strong bilateral relations within the international community.
King Sinchi Roca II arrived aboard the royal yacht HMS Nouvelle Horizon accompanied by Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez. The royal yacht was escorted by a naval task force from the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie, including:
- Two Augustine-class cruisers;
- Four Valeria-class destroyers ;
- Six Klimatariá-class Missile Corvettes;
- Two Alvarenga-class littoral combat ships;
- Two Franciscania-class nuclear submarines;
- One Phantom-class special operations submarine;
- One Cárdenas-class ocean surveillance ship;
- One Sustainer-class fleet replenisher ship.
Air cover was provided by the Federal Air Force of Nouvelle Alexandrie with fighter squadrons maintaining patrol over the convoy during its approach to Oportian waters.
Timeline of events
- 15.IV.1747 AN:
- 08h00: HMS Nouvelle Horizon departs Punta Santiago with the royal delegation and naval escort
- 14h30: Royal convoy enters Oportian territorial waters
- 16h00: Formal arrival at Vanie main port
- 16h15: 21-gun salute and national anthems ceremony
- 16h30: King Sinchi Roca II inspects Oportian honor guard
- 17h00: Welcome ceremony with Federal Representative Felicia Belanger and Federal Chancellor Cyrus Valsinoire
- 19h30: State banquet hosted by Federal Representative Belanger
- 16.IV.1747 AN:
- 09h00: Bilateral meeting between King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger
- 10h30: Separate meeting between Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez and Federal Chancellor Valsinoire
- 14h00: Joint session focusing on diplomatic and economic cooperation
- 15h30: Security cooperation discussions between delegations
- 17h00: Cultural presentation at the National Theatre of Oportia
- 20h00: Reception hosted by Federal Chancellor Valsinoire
- 17.IV.1747 AN:
- 10h00: Cultural exchanges and public engagements begin
- 11h30: Visit to State University of Vanie for academic ceremony
- 14h00: Joint press conference by King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger
- 15h30: Public walkabout in central Vanie
- 17h00: Economic forum with business leaders from both nations
- 19h00: Cultural gala featuring New Alexandrian and Oportian artists
- 18.IV.1747 AN:
- 10h00: Final bilateral meetings between delegations
- 11h30: Signing ceremony for the Île des Ombres Naval Base Treaty
- 12h30: Joint statement by King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger
- 14h00: Formal departure ceremony at Vanie port
- 14h30: HMS Nouvelle Horizon departs Oportian waters
- 15h00: Naval escort formation for return journey to Punta Santiago
The principal outcome of the state visit was the signing of the Île des Ombres Naval Base Treaty on 18.IV.1747 AN. The treaty established frameworks for naval cooperation and marked a significant milestone in post-war bilateral relations. The agreement was signed by King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger during the formal departure ceremony.
Participants
The New Alexandrian delegation included King Sinchi Roca II, Queen Adelaide, Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez, and Secretary of State Victoria Montalbán, alongside senior diplomatic and military officials.
The Oportian reception was led by Federal Representative Belanger, Federal Chancellor Valsinoire, and Secretary of State Henri Rousseau, with cabinet ministers and military leadership from the Oportian Self-Defense Forces.
Significance
The state visit marked the formal restoration of diplomatic relations between Nouvelle Alexandrie and Oportia following the Fourth Euran War. The signing of the Île des Ombres Naval Base Treaty demonstrated both nations' commitment to future cooperation and regional stability in Eura and Corum.
