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
- 14.IV.1747 AN:
- 22h00: HMS Nouvelle Horizon departs Punta Santiago naval base with the royal delegation and full naval escort.
- 22h15: Royal yacht clears Aldurian territorial waters, begins 18-hour voyage to Oportia.
- 23h30: Naval convoy establishes cruising formation in international waters.
- 15.IV.1747 AN:
- 06h00: Royal convoy passes midpoint of journey, approximately 1,500km from destination.
- 12h45: Naval escort receives clearance to enter Oportian territorial waters.
- 14h30: Royal convoy crosses into Oportian territorial waters, met by Oportian Self-Defense Forces escort vessels.
- 15h45: HMS Nouvelle Horizon approaches Vanie harbor entrance at the Port of Vanie.
- 16h00: Formal arrival at Port of Vanie, royal standard raised at harbor master's office.
- 16h15: 21-gun salute fired by Oportian Self-Defense Forces artillery battery, followed by national anthems of both nations.
- 16h30: King Sinchi Roca II disembarks and inspects Oportian honor guard composed of representatives from all service branches.
- 17h00: Official welcome ceremony with Federal Representative Felicia Belanger and Federal Chancellor Cyrus Valsinoire at port ceremonial pavilion.
- 17h45: Royal motorcade departs for official residence via Avenue de l'Indépendance d'Oportie.
- 18h30: Private reception for senior delegation members at government residence.
- 19h30: State banquet hosted by Federal Representative Belanger at the Palais Fédéral, attended by 150 dignitaries.
- 16.IV.1747 AN:
- 09h00: Bilateral meeting between King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger at the Palais Fédéral.
- 10h30: Separate meeting between Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez and Federal Chancellor Valsinoire at the Chancellery Building.
- 12h00: Working lunch for senior officials from both delegations.
- 14h00: Joint plenary session focusing on diplomatic and economic cooperation in the Treaty Hall.
- 15h30: Security cooperation discussions between defense officials of both nations.
- 17h00: Cultural presentation featuring traditional Oportian orchestra at the National Theatre of Oportia.
- 20h00: Reception hosted by Federal Chancellor Valsinoire at his official residence, including business leaders and cultural figures.
- 17.IV.1747 AN:
- 10h00: Cultural exchanges and public engagements begin at Place de la Liberté.
- 11h30: Visit to State University of Vanie for academic ceremony, King receives honorary doctorate.
- 13h00: Lunch with university faculty and student representatives at the university.
- 14h00: Joint press conference by King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger at the Federal Press Center.
- 15h30: Public walkabout in central Vanie along Avenue de l'Indépendance d'Oportie, greeting citizens.
- 17h00: Economic forum with business leaders from both nations at the Vanie Financial Center.
- 19h00: Cultural gala at the Opéra de Vanie featuring New Alexandrian and Oportian artists.
- 21h30: Private dinner for the royal couple with Federal Representative Belanger and her family.
- 18.IV.1747 AN:
- 10h00: Final bilateral meetings between delegations at the Palais Fédéral.
- 11h30: Formal signing ceremony for the Île des Ombres Naval Base Treaty in the Treaty Hall.
- 12h30: Joint statement by King Sinchi Roca II and Federal Representative Belanger to assembled media.
- 13h30: Farewell lunch hosted by Federal Chancellor Valsinoire.
- 14h00: Formal departure ceremony at Port of Vanie with full military honors.
- 14h30: HMS Nouvelle Horizon departs Oportian waters, escorted by Oportian vessels to territorial limit.
- 15h00: New Alexandrian naval escort reforms for return journey to Punta Santiago.
- 15h30: Royal yacht clears Oportian territorial waters, begins return voyage.
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.
