Posted by Civilian Jeannette Mathis (Federation Ambassador) in Government Tower, Press Room- Breaking News

Posted by Civilian Carsyn A. Kolchak (Reporter, Federation News Service) in Government Tower, Press Room- Breaking News

Posted by Civilian Kenzo B’tren-Hyrushi (Governor) in Government Tower, Press Room- Breaking News
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Another voice sounded out. A respectable looking Denublian male stood and said “A question for the Ambassador, if I may. Madame, how did this request from the Vren even occur? And do you know why they went to the Fedration first and not us? And how long has the Federation known about this threat to the Vren; and when were our colony’s leaders told about it?”

Concerned Citizen

She had expected this question, though how she might have responded a few days ago would not work. Jeanette knew this and also knew that no mater what these people would not respect her if she waffled. They would get the truth.

“The Vren reached out three weeks ago to a Starfleet vessel passing in relative proximity. A science vessel was sent to confirm the issue they are having. At that point the Vren sent Ambassador Kek to make diplomatic contact and I was brought in from a different assignment to do just that. I arrived at Black Rock a few days ago and made contact with the Governor and Lieutenant Governor to explain the situation. Myself and my attaché arrived on Oed two days ago to help prepare for this announcement. In diplomatic terms, this has all happened rather quickly, but the nature of the impending disaster required a swift response. However, the Federation did not want to take unnecessary risks and wanted to evaluate the situation before we brought the situation to all of you.”

Jeannette gave a sad sort of smile. “As to why they didn’t reach out to the colony directly, there are a lot of variables at play but I think you do know the answer for yourselves. My feeling is that they knew given the past that it was a lot of ask. They didn’t want to just show up to their nearest neighbour and ask for help, though they very much need it. But to hesitate for too long would only make their situation worse, so they took the chance that felt most reasonable at the time. So here we are.”

Another reporter chimed in. “How soon can we expect the Vren to arrive and are there plans in the works for what that will all look like?”

~Ambassador Mathis

Hyrushi nodded and said “Yes. We will be establishing a formal Federation Embassy on Oed over the next two weeks. Site selection is ongoing at this time, but we will utilize a pre-existing structure until such time as a new facility is built. The Vren will not arrive until the preliminary embassy is ready, but they will be here within the month. As to what that will look like, we are not entirely sure yet. We know it will be a single diplomatic contingent of no more than twenty or so of their species, but if talks go favorably we can expect more to arrive.” He held up his hands as murmuring started. “And before the rumor mill churns that into some kind of invasion, no. There have been no discussions of relocating the Vren anywhere, or taking in refugees. All discussions right now are centered on establishing formal diplomatic ties so that we here on Oed and the Federation can assist the Vren scientifically. There is no expectation of a more… ‘robust’… relationship as we stand now.”

Hyrushi, Governor

Carsyn was taking notes on her PaDD the Holocamera floating was recording the press conference and it was all being stored, in the PaDD, the holocamera, and her trusty hidden device strapped to the inside of her right thigh. She had several questions. “Mrs. Mathis, Carsyn Kolchak, Federation News Service. Why are these diplomatic overtures not being conducted on Black Rock? Couldn’t the initial negotiations have been conducted there?. As for the debris from this destroyed planet, the Klingon Empire suffered a catastrophic destruction of their moon, Praxis, in 2293. The Klingon home world was able to survive such a catastrophic destruction, so it begs the question, why use Oed V as a meeting place when the Federation and Starfleet have Black Rock station for such negotiations? Finally there is historic precedence of having a member, neutral to the proceedings present in the diplomatic negotiations to report on what happened, will there be one?”

-Carsyn A. Kolchak, FNS reporter

“So, firstly, there’s been no indication that a third party is necessary. Neutral mediators are called in usually where this is conflict. Despite past events, that is not the situation we are dealing with here, so we perfectly confident in our ability to hold these talks with the Vren. As for Black Rock, first off, the situation with Praxis is not at all like the one the Vren are dealing with, and the Governor outlined the basic science behind the issue. I’m sure we can have experts add to the conversation afterwards if people wish to dig a little deeper into the science.”

Jeanette smiled. “When you compare both Oed and Black Rock, I think you’ll understand why Oed is a better option. Black Rock not only is a training base for Starfleet fighter pilots, but also has a significant mining operation. While is houses Fleet administration, the base is not really set up for diplomatic work. If we wish to cultivate a feeling of peace between our peoples, then picking a location that exemplifies that is very important. Don’t underestimate the role the surrounding environment can play on the the set. If both sides are going to come to the table in good faith, then we need to show that.”

~Ambassador Mathis

Hyrushi nodded and said “To your point on the event concerning the Klingon homeworld. The mass of debris we are talking about is wholly different and exponentially larger. Additionally, the ecology and climate of Q’onoS is vastly different from what we have learned of the Vren’s, so the impact will be utterly different. And to further answer your question about neutral parties: the non-closed door segments of the negotiations will be broadcast to the public live. As far as reporting goes, we will discuss the matter with the Vren Ambassador before their arrival and see if they are amicable to it.”

Another reporter raised their hand and said “Will the Vren be meeting with anyone outside of the Federation Diplomatic group and the colonial government? If so, who? And if not, why not?”

Hyrushi, Governor