"There is absolutely another option: replace the clause regarding financial restraint with one that prohibits direct investment in either the government or the military-industrial complex."
Ms. Lynch leaned forward and said, "If I may respond, the language in this proposal is vague. First, the clause prohibiting direct investment in the government could be construed to mean all government agencies. Thus, any agency of the Javatinian government set up to provide humanitarian aid such as medical services or food distribution would be prohibited from receiving funds.
"Second, and more important, the 'military-industrial complex, if it is anything like some of the nations here including my own, would be tremendously complex. And correct me if I'm wrong but all aid is supposed to go to the government of Siple for distributionand not to the private sector. Correct?
"Finally, referring to Title III of the charter, matters of trade are the purview of the General Assembly. While Security Council members can, as members of the GA discuss and suggest resolutions relative to trade, it is my understanding that actual resolutions restricting trade can only be proposed by GA members who do not sit on the SC. Just as most military matters are the purview of the SC, most trade issues are the purvies of the GA members."
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Mr. Dominik Risin of the new Republic of HumanSanity walked in with a certain pride in his new nation of 22 million. The government had been established efficiently after a relatively bloodless coup. He shuffled in, whispering briefly in the Secretary General's ear, who nodded and said, "The man from the new Republic of HumanSanity has the floor."
"I'd like to give my thanks to the Secretary General and all the nations of the League of United Sovereign States for their hospitality. Our nation is new yet prospering and we would like to request membership in this great League. If anyone has any questions I will remain here to answer them with the permission of the Secretary General." said Risin.
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Following Mr. Risin onto the floor of the assembly is Pavel Koshoroi, newly elected President of the People's Republic of Byzesion. He gives his translator a nod, who whispers in the Secretary General's ear. "The gentleman from the People's Republic of Byzesion has the floor."
Speaking through his translator, President Koshoroi says, "Good day, ladies and gentlemen of the League, Secretary General. Let me start by saying that I cannot express how much I appreciate your time today. As I'm sure you're aware, my predecessor took a distinct isolationist view, while I am choosing to found my administration on working with the international community. It is in that spirit that I formally request membership for the People's Republic of Byzesion in your illustrious group. I will remain on hand if anyone has any questions, with the Secretary General's permission. Else, I will yield the floor."