R-001: The Expansion Moratorium Resolution, 1680

[Speaker Rejo]

 

RESOLUTION of the ALDURIAN PARLIAMENT
The Expansion Moratorium Resolution, 1680

Reflecting a binding sense of the Parliament to impose a moratorium on further expansion and colonization in the continent of Eura, to  secure the regional peace and prosperity, and focus on the self-development and realization of the Republic; among other purposes.

DESIRING to proclaim to all of our neighbors in the continent of Eura our commitment to the peace and regional stability and our promise to maintain a spirit of genuine neighborly goodwill;

NOTING that conflicts in Modern Micras can quickly and easily escalate as the systems of worldwide alliances continue to grow and complicate further in an unstable world;

RECOGNIZING the challenges that the Republic of Alduria faces require the constant and thorough attention of our policymakers and lawmakers, so we can direct our resources and attention to building a nation that can be a beacon of liberty, equality, and inclusion for Eura and the world; -
 

 

It is Resolved by the Aldurian Parliament that:

 

1. This resolution shall be officially cited as the "Expansion Moratorium Act, 1680", and shall apply to all of the Republic of Alduria.
   
2. It is the sense of the Parliament of Alduria that the Republic must halt further territorial expansions for the foreseeable future.
   
3. A "foreseeable future" is defined, for the purposes of this resolution only, as at least 10 AN years (10 RL months) but no more than 12 AN years (12 RL months).
   
4. The aforementioned moratorium on territorial expansions shall apply to Aldurian expansions on any other Micran continent.
   
5. It is the sense of the Parliament of Alduria that the Republic of Alduria should work to maintain an Euran equilibrium of power, and seek to discourage or prevent one nation or party from imposing its will on or interfering with the interests of another.
   
6. This resolution is binding and policy of the Republic of Alduria, which can be rescinded by a an Act or Resolution of Parliament or Presidential Order.
   

Parliament will now come to order to consider this resolution, presented by the Prime Minister on behalf of the Government. 

The Chair now recognizes The Prime Minister.

[Alfonso Velez]

Madam Speaker,

Our great Republic has grown much over the past decade. It's growth has been in many areas--prosperity, population, land, etc. We have recently completed what I believe will be the last of our expansions for the foreseeable future. It becomes incumbent on us now to try and strengthen our Republic and focus on developing the land we have rather than settling or expanding into more. Therefore, I believe the adoption of this resolution is a good step to ensure harmony with our neighbors and recognizes that our goal now must be to build up what we have. I hope Parliament will join me therefore in adopting this resolution.

[Speaker Rejo]

The Chair now opens the floor for general debate. All members may offer debate or amendments at this time. Debate shall last for no less than 48 hours.

[Soraya Hoseini]

Madam Speaker,

I rise in opposition to this Bill. To chain the growth and hamper the expansion of our lands is something this nation must never do. If we shall focus inwards in our development, then focus on that we shall. But we should never limit ourselves like this. We should never seek to limit our own growth and our own future.

[Speaker Rejo]

All time for debate has now expired. The question is: Shall Parliament pass the pending bill? Voting shall last for no less than 48 hours

DIVISION: CLEAR THE LOBBIES!

[Alfonso Velez]

AYE

[Marco Zimmer]

Aye .

[Alduria]

EDP: Aye

Independents: Aye

[Speaker Rejo]

All time for voting has expired. On this vote, the result is as follows:

AYE: 198

L&D: 100
DSP: 60
EDP: 21
IND: 17


NAY: 0


ABSTAIN: 54

ANA: 54

So the Ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Unlock!