Pushing a Pebble Down a Hill

[Severyane]

Vadim peered around the room at the host of other delegations and frowned, he never liked these sorts of conferences. Out in the open everyone put on a face and played the part of the dutiful diplomat. Here in these open rooms and grand halls, it was all cooperation and friendship however the moment the meeting subsided Vadim knew full well that at least half of the people in the room would be brewing up some sort of scheme. Some members of his staff weren't even a part of the Diplomatic Corps, but SUFR Operatives sent with him to spy on a select few delegates and their staff. Vadim loathed this game of intrigue and it made him despise his presence here more than ever, nevertheless, he stood to address his peers.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, might I say what an honor it is to be party to this momentous occasion. I must make it fully clear to all of you, Severyane is more than willing to cooperate with our fellow Brigidnan nations. We welcome it with open arms and embrace the fruits it will bear us. Some amongst you represent governments with which my countrymen feud with, and even to you, I say 'Let us cooperate' and move on towards better relations."

"In regards to the previous comments about regional security, I am in a position to say that the Republic wholeheartedly agrees that further strides for cooperation should be made in this arena. We have been, for little more than a year or so now, been discussing in Severyane the possibility of establishing a multi-national investigative bureau for Brigidna. As such we would like to formally propose this, and it can be discussed whenever we move on to the appropriate topic."

"As for student visas, Severyane already maintains an... 'Open Invitation' for lack of a better term to almost any nation who wishes to establish a student visa program. The only concern we have is in regards to security. We have a very stringent background investigation which must be completed on all potential student visa applicants. Any such regional program must meet the proper security requirements."

"In closing, my fellow delegates, we look forward to cooperation with all of you. Thank you, that is all."

Vadim took his seat, and let out an imperceptible sigh. This line of work was terribly exhausting.