[Kiss]

(Original post by sandys1000)
If a story arises concerning, say, Russia, would you envision it being discussed in both the main forum and the SCO simultaneously?

Yes - it can noticed that on many of the posts on the main forum are at a face-value - that is to say, people may comment and agree/disagree but not get into heavy discussion. Of course, blocs such as the AL and BP have given new in-depth, context relative discussion which has seen an increase in debate. Not that the main forum is no good though, you do get a lot of discussions going. And though it may seem pointless to have two discussions on the same topic at once, it does involve the members who it is focused upon more.

[Infallible]

Belarus supports this proposal as it will facilitate a close working partnership with our closest ally, Russia.

[PierceBrosnan]

Switzerland supports this proposal indefinitely. We hope that relations with not only Switzerland will become more friendly as a result of this but with the other organisations such as The Arab League and The Baltic Partnership for example.

[Kiss]

(Original post by Infallible)
Belarus supports this proposal as it will facilitate a close working partnership with our closest ally, Russia.

(Original post by PierceBrosnan)
Switzerland supports this proposal indefinitely. We hope that relations with not only Switzerland will become more friendly as a result of this but with the other organisations such as The Arab League and The Baltic Partnership for example.

The US thanks the support from both Belarus and Switzerland.

[thunder_chunky]

(Original post by Kiss)
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As promised the countries mentioned above are quoted:

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(Original post by terza021)
China

(Original post by Stricof)
Russia

(Original post by tufc)
Kazakhstan

(Original post by Nightowl)
Tajikistan

(Original post by davidmarsh01)
India

(Original post by Gaeilgeoir)
Mongolia

(Original post by deejayy)
Iran

(Original post by spike_spiegel)
Pakistan

(Original post by street.lovin')
Thailand

(Original post by mevidek)
Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea)

(Original post by tinytadpoletim)
Republic of Korea

(Original post by DebatingGreg)
Japan

(Original post by badger-man)
Vietnam

(Original post by Infallible)
Belarus

(Original post by arnoob)
Bangladesh

(Original post by ak137)
Syria

(Original post by Kirsteneg)
Sri Lanka

Except those positions that are not currently filled, of course.

[mevidek]

Sounds good

[arnoob]

Bangladesh will accept this proposal, we want to create a closer relationship with some of our current allies and trading partners as well as creating new relationships with countries we have not had any sort of formal diplomatic communication with, yet.

[tinytadpoletim]

The Republic of Korea welcomes parts of this innovative idea. We would very much like to be part of an organisation that represents further political cooperation in a potentially very volatile region. However we would be extremely cautious about the proposal for further economic unity. Therefore plans need to develop further to gain our full support.

[badger-man]

Vietnam would like to pledge it's support for the organisation, however we would like to press for the position of dialogue partner.

[Kiss]

OOC: So any thoughts on where this is going? I know Birchington proposed the Association of Southeast Asian Nations but it didn't include many Oceanic/Australasian nations or some of the ones in this one.

[thunder_chunky]

(Original post by Kiss)
OOC: So any thoughts on where this is going? I know Birchington proposed the Association of Southeast Asian Nations but it didn't include many Oceanic/Australasian nations or some of the ones in this one.

(Original post by Birchington)
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There has been more support for this and please see the above comment.

[Birchington]

If we can somehow merge this idea and ASEAN into one, large regional bloc, that would be the best outcome and maximise the number of countries that can participate.

[DebatingGreg]

How about this?


Indonesia
*Malaysia
*Philippines
*Singapore
*Thailand
*Brunei
*Vietnam
*Laos
*Myanmar
*Cambodia
*China
*Japan
*South Korea
*India
*Australia
*New Zealand
Russia
-Kazakhstan
-Kyrgyzstan
-Tajikistan
-Uzbekistan
Mongolia

21 by my count. It covers all of Asia bar some of the West, I think. The Cross-Asian Partnership, or something like that?

[Birchington]

That looks like a plan. I like the sound of a Cross-Asian Partnership.

[Kiss]

(Original post by Birchington)
That looks like a plan. I like the sound of a Cross-Asian Partnership.

(Original post by DebatingGreg)
The Cross-Asian Partnership, or something like that?

OOC: I'll get round to putting something together about this later.

[thunder_chunky]

(Original post by Birchington)
That looks like a plan. I like the sound of a Cross-Asian Partnership.

Since Kiss is currently banned would you like to keep this going for the minute?

[Birchington]

I'm happy to begin putting this together whilst Kiss is absent.

[spike_spiegel]

Pakistan would like to support the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation founded by its time-tested ally and neighbour, China, as an observer state for the time being.

[spike_spiegel]

(Original post by DebatingGreg)
How about this?


Indonesia
*Malaysia
*Philippines
*Singapore
*Thailand
*Brunei
*Vietnam
*Laos
*Myanmar
*Cambodia
*China
*Japan
*South Korea
*India
*Australia
*New Zealand
Russia
-Kazakhstan
-Kyrgyzstan
-Tajikistan
-Uzbekistan
Mongolia

21 by my count. It covers all of Asia bar some of the West, I think. The Cross-Asian Partnership, or something like that?

[ooc]The way I see it, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is a revitalisation of the ancient trade routes (silk route). How on earth you've missed out Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iran purposefully is beyond me. Interesting times ahead for the SCO, which will include major international players.[/ooc]

[hines]

Just had a look at this now after being redirected. New Zealand would like to participate and would be happy to take a role as a member.

OOC: I'd be pleased to offer any help with organisation or whatnot regarding this if you want/need any


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