To Kannex: Thank You

The Kannexian Prince, delighted at having a new ally, immediately sends Trajan Regkilig as Kannexian Ambassador to Malecia. The handsome young noble in an astounding in a military uniform and a white cape lands in Malecia's airport with a message, seeking permission to build the Kannexian embassy in Malecia.

Trajan Regkilig shakes Mr. Cross's hand in the press conference and walks up to the podium. Clearing his throat, he begins his speech to officially establish relations with the government of Malecia.
Regkilig also says His Majesty is awaiting the arrival of an ambassador from Malecia.

After the news conference, Ambassador Regkilig walks next to the Secretary of State and casually remarks, "Well, many of us Kannexians, including His Majesty, are quite interested in Malecian culture. Hmm... this may be none of my concern, but if Malecia's government actively embraces pro-Kannexian ideals and Kannexian culture, then resentment and suspicion at Kannex will develop, wouldn't it?" He says all this with a warm smile, as if he said nothing serious.

The Ambassador nods. "Speaking of which, I would like the new embassy to be between the government buildings and the airport, so that transportation will be easier. A simple three-story glass building would do. Kannex will cover half of the expenses." He turns to the Secretary. "Regarding economy, we hope you Malecians would buy our books. I know it can't compete with your beef industry, but it's the least we could offer."

Trajan Regkilig's face turns pink when the freedom of expression is brought up. "What would you do if someone leaked state secrets, such as how to build a nuclear weapon or passwords to every government computer?"

The following article appears in the Shiloh Post

by Michelle March
Post Correspondent

Shiloh- Malecian Secretary of State Louise Cross announced today that Martin Paskow, Ambassador to Kannex, was received by His Majesty, the Rightful Prince of Kannex at the Royal Court. The reception also was attended by represntatives of the Kannexian ministry of foreign affairs and members of the Royal Family.

The Malecian press corps is anxious to gain access to the ceremonies to report on this event. Ambassador Paskow has restricted reporting from Kannex until a clear understanding on Kannexian law regarding the press can be reached.

Secretary Cross, responding to censorship complaints, urged the press to remain patient. She reminded them that they too are ambassadors of their country even if they have no official status. "Members of the press would be well advised to adhere to the restrictions imposed by Ambassador Paskow. I would be unhappy if I had to start restricting the issuance of Press Passports," she said during her press conference earlier today.

The Press Passport is issued to employees of recognized media outlets after a background check. It allows journalists who are on deadlines to bypass customs when returning from foreign countries. First issued after the war due to damaged infrastructure, their necessity has diminshed. Nevertheless, they allow media members to serve as unofficial representatives of Malecia.

The Secretary said that all news from Kannex regarding this visit will be released through her department's public affairs office, until Kannexian law has been analyzed by the Malecian State Department's Solicitor-General.

Ambassador Paskow orders all Malecian press coprs members interested in attending the press conference to report to the nearest Kannexian police station for vetting.

In answering the privacy concerns from disgruntled press members the Ambassador states, "I understand your frustrations. But we must remember we are not at home and Kannexian law is the supreme law of this country."

As for the new embassy, the Ambassador requests a buliding with two to four stories, with enough works pace large enough to accomodate the 150 Administive and Diplomatic employees in the mission, as well as the 40 Malecian Marines and the 60 Diplomatic Security Team members. He hopes the building will be done in contemporary Kannexian style, but with a few touches of classic Malecian techniques and styles built in to make it subtly unique. He of course offers to pay half of the cost of construction.

He then asks "Is there adequate, affordable rental housing available in the embassy area?"

Network Title Card displays "MBC News" and a four chime tone plays in the background. An announcer says "This is MBC News" at 10. Reporting tonight in Shiloh, Roger Coakley.

(cut to a handsome African American male at an anchor desk. He looks up at the camera and smiles slightly. With a brief nod he begins)

Good evening. I'm Roger Coakley. Our top story tonight comes to us from the Kingdom of Kannex where Malecia's first full diplomatic relations have been established. We go live to MBC's Jacqui Lefevre. Jacqui?

(cut to attractive brunette woman)

JL: Thank You Roger. We're live outside the temporary Malecian embassy which has been officially opened tonight by representatives from His Majesty's Royal Court. (Camera zooms past her to focus on the embassy) We're told that the permanent embassy will be a modern Kannexain mansion with touches of classic Malecian style woven in by local Kannexian artisans. The idea is to have the embassy reflect a "subtle uniqueness" in the words Ambassador Paskow.
RC: Jacqui, how receptive have the local Kannexians been?
JL: Roger they have been very accomodating. The Prince has ordered local folks here to provide help in finding permanent housing. Minister Zomzalcon of the External Affairs office personally recommended two places for the Ambassador to consider as his permanent home here in Kannex.
RC: What issues will the Ambassador be bringing to the attention of the court?
JL: Roger, I'm told that the Ambassador will be offering economic help. What that help entails is anyone's guess, but the WA ranks this economy as weak. The Ambassador is looking for ways to help the Kingdom strengthen it's economy. That may entail establishing branches of Malecian companies employing Kannexian subjects. But that decision would of course be up to the Prince.
RC: Jacqui I'm told the vetting process was fairly involved?
JL (smiling): Yes Roger. Before we could be issued Kannexian press credentials we had to report to Kannexian police stations and fill out background check forms. There was also an interview with Kannexian investigators.
RC (laughing slightly): Well apparently you passed with flying colors.
JL: I did Roger (holds her press pass up to the camera that displays the words "Foreign Reporter" over a subdued image of the Kannexian flag.) In fact I was in one of the first groups issued a press pass today.
RC: Alright. Jacqui we're coming back to you later so stay close.
JL: Will do Roger. See you shortly.
RC. Jacqui Lefevre coming to us live from Kannex. We'll have much more from Jacqui later. When we return, we'll have an update on the growing scandal surrounding the Whitewash insurgent incident. Back after these messages.

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Artemis announces its first production of consumer goods. Mp3 players, Smart Phones, and lap tops will be made in the new factory in Kannex.