I thought it worth reviving this given yesterday’s exciting news that the Supreme Court has overruled the Federal Security Council’s directive stopping the Intaki Assembly from pursuing negotiations with the ISP about the future of Intaki’s security franchise.
I will follow up with some further thoughts but my initial reaction is that, whatever your view of the security issues, this decision strikes an important blow in defence of States’ rights and to limit the Federal Government exceeding its constitutional Authorities. Surely a good thing for the health of the Federation?
It’s good to finally see some more progress made on this critical issue, but still the pace crawls frustratingly slowly.
The delays for a new security franchisee to be appointed for the Intaki system should serve as an absolute embarrassment to the Federation.
It is well understood by those familiar with Intaki politics that the topic of system security is a detailed and nuanced affair. But, what should be as crystal clear as the famed boulevard in Caille, is that under the Federation’s own franchise system, it is the Intaki Assembly who gets to award the security franchise in Intaki.
But not for the first time, the Federation has sought to overstep its bounds, and interfere in matters of internal Intaki policy. Interference which has done nothing but prevent the Assembly from carrying out their responsibilities, and has left the matter of security up in the air for months.
This is inexcusable.
The Assembly was able to confirm a number of franchise contracts months ago, but the Federation has sought to delay and frustrate the settlement of one of the most sensitive and critical contracts of all at every step of the process. In doing so they have created serious and unnecessary risks to the security of the people of Intaki.
Any moral high ground those within the Federation may have claimed in the past when discussing Intaki security has simply been swept away by this debacle, and we’ll take no criticism and disapproval from them in the future.
I can never match the eloquence with which my dear friend, Bataav of the IPI, delivers in his statements. However, I echo the sentiments in his aforementioned comments. Following the atrocities inflicted upon the Intaki people on their home planet by Lai Dai security forces and the Onikabo Brigade, I would imagine that any sensible politician on the Federal level would be eager to speed along the security franchise negotiations of the Intaki system. Shame on the Federal government for halting progression of the security franchise contract managed by the Intaki Assembly.
Now on the matter of the ISP’s competency and ability to do their job as security enforcers, I can only speak with the highest regards for the men and women who serve aboard ISP security vessels. Throughout my years of operating from Syndicate, I have bore witness to the tenacity, capability, and professionalism of the ISP with regards to protecting the shipping lanes in the region of Syndicate. I have total and complete faith in their ability to prevent another disaster, such as that seen in YC120-121, from falling upon the Intaki people on Intaki Prime.
While the Intaki Assembly has every right to self-perseverance as any other member state of our great Federation, I firmly believe in this rare instance that the Federal government was justified in halting the negotiations of the Intaki system security franchise with the Intaki Space Police.
It should come to no surprise that the Intaki Syndicate does have some connections with the Serpentis. The depth of those ties is irrelevant. Remember the shock that rocked news headlines when it was discovered that the de facto leader of the Syndicate, Silphy en Diabel, was discovered to have working relations with the Serpentis in a bid to establish dominance in the black market trade in and around Federation low-security regions? Or how about when Serpentis warships launched an unprovoked attack on the city of Rilnais, razing it to the ground and butchering the lives of countless Federal citizens?
By permitting the potential acquisition of the Intaki system security franchise with ISP, we, in effect, permit the Serpentis-affiliated scum within Syndicate direct access to the inner workings of our great Federation! This is unacceptable. I, for one, will certainly petition my district representatives to reconsider their decision on halting the progression of negotiations for the security franchise.
In summary, the Intaki people and the Intaki Assembly absolutely deserve the right to promptly replace the vacancy of their security franchise contract. However, in doing so, they should not be permitted to allow that vacancy to be filled by an entity which is recognized as a hostile force to the Gallente Federation. To do so would be to spit on the graves of millions of dead Federal citizens in the rubble remains of Rilnais. Unacceptable.
You effectively seem to be saying that the Intaki Syndicate and the Serpentis Corporation are the same thing. That is simply not true and you provide no evidence to support the allegation other than rumours about a single station leader. Syndicate aligned forces had no involvement in the attack on Rilnais. It is you who disrespect those lost there by invoking their memory for political purposes.
Furthermore, the Syndicate is certainly not hostile to the Federation, as you allege. I think you may have spent some time away from the pod and possibly the news lately. Please refer to my comments at the start of this discussion for evidence of the distinguished part that the ISP played in assisting the Federation face the Triglavian invasion.
I understand that many have concerns about the Syndicate. Again, please see my initial comments about the opportunity that this contract presents to normalise relations between the Syndicate and the Federation. Surely that is the best way to address these concerns. The policy of exclusion pursued for 220 years now is clearly counterproductive, at best.
Lastly, petition your district representatives if you wish but they made no decision to reconsider. The decision was taken by the Supreme Court, which is performing its role admirably in defending the constitutional Authorities of Member States. The Federal Government does not get to pick and choose the occasions on which it complies with the Constitution.
In many respects, they can be labeled as the same thing, yes. A statement of fact is not a rumor, Mr. Menkalinan. You know as well as any other person with access to GalNet that en Diabel was stripped of her roles with the Sisters of Eve following the revelation of her working alongside the Serpentis Corporation. As for the memory of those slain on Rilnais, no…I invoke their memory to prevent another tragedy or worse from ever occurring again. Your time spent in Syndicate has clearly blinded you to the true nature of the Syndicate - a den of criminals and moral depravity.
Where was Syndicate when the ashes settled from the damage done to Rilnais? You claim that they are so eager to help now, but where were they then? A singular action does not override a history of apathy, Mr. Menkalinan. It was a mistake of Federal forces to permit the Syndicate in assisting with actions related to the Triglavian invasion. Lucky for us, however, it does not seem that the Syndicate were out for something more. The same cannot be said for those in the State “helped” by Guristas.
A normalization of relations? Sir, you are asking for normalization with a political entity that reeks of Serpentis influence. And as we all know Serpentis are no friends to the Federation. Salvador Sarpati himself was quoted as saying, “I will destroy them [the Federation] by showing them just how powerful that science can be. There will be no peace and no let up. I swear vendetta, in the name and for the memory of Igil Sarpati,” in a Scope interview with Alton Haveri. There can be no normalization of relations between the Federation and Syndicate until the Syndicate strips itself of any and all connections with Serpentis. I doubt that is even possible.
I read with interest that the Intaki Space Police are reported to have prevented the assassination attempt against the Head of the EZA-FM Station Co-Operative in the Syndicate, and that there are rumours of Serpentis involvement in the foiled plot.
From my perspective, this is another demonstration of ISPs abilities as a effective security organisation, and serves as further evidence of the distinction between Syndicate and Serpentis.
It remains my hope that the Assembly’s proposals regarding the Intaki Space Police are agreed soon, so that this long running issue is finally brought to a satisfactory conclusion.
I echo the Suresha’s comments wholeheartedly and would also like to congratulate the ISP on another successful operation.
I cannot be sure whether this plot was connected to the killings by the Aenebra Cult in Intaki and separately in Octanneve in recent months but, given their pattern of targeting public officials as far back as the last election, it does not seem unlikely and just underlines the ISP’s qualifications.
I feel that the need for the ISP to take an active role in Intaki is only increasing at a rapid rate I urge all federation officials to push this move through now.
With boots on the ground in Intaki the federation are giving some citizens even those of the historically stoic nature concerns.
I believe the installation of the ISP at this troubled time would bring much needed assurance and set many minds at rest.
I have thought about this for a while, but it’s taken me leaving to look at it from an unglazed lens to recognise it. The sooner the Federation allow the Intaki people to take the agency of their own system, the better.
I am not a fool that I once was to believe troops on Intaki Prime is anything but reinforcing the Federation’s position for the inevitably riot that they know will happen when they deny ISP the S&S franchise. This idea that they are protecting them from the State militia is just another farce that the the Empires play with those that think that the militia means a damn.
It is especially timely as the State Protectorate captured the Infrastructure Hub in the last few minutes, leaving locals to contemplate how long it might take LDPS to relocate from Eugales if they feel like a second visit while Intaki still remains without a security franchisee.
The Caldari security forces are now securing key ground and space locations as we speak, while the main forces are still gathering around the sector to prepare for a long and bloody assault on Agoze in order to secure the system for the security and prosperity of the local people.
Caldari was able to relocate its finest FCs, logistics partners and tacticians to the Intaki/Agoze area in order to strengthen our presence in the system.
Cooperation with us will be beneficial for all in order to secure peace and stability!
If the rumors are true that indeed State Protectorate scouting forces were destroyed in the atmosphere of Intaki Prime, then I can only hope that the commanding officer of such a stupid operation has been completely stripped of their rank and roles.
The situation in Intaki should not be handled by military minds right now. It was a mistake I hope State Protectorate does not repeat.
News of the security contract potential between the Intaki Assembly and Intaki Space Police cannot come any sooner now. I hope the bureaucracy hurries itself along.
The scouting forces started the offensive just right after the conquest of Intaki system, which was lead by a Lieutenant of the Intaki Assault Forces.
After the military leadership realized the mistake decided to take a new approach, thus the State Protectorate of Viriette was formed which aims to find allies and partnerships within and around the system.
In the name of the Caldari state, we are bringing peace, security and justice for all.
I’d say for the State and our citizens. ‘For all’ would be a collossal and unjust embezzlement of State’s funds that could be used for a way better purpose and to help those who will actually appreciate that.
If others want to enjoy our services of peace, security and justice they should join us first and foremost.
Helping jaijii is not what the State has trained us to do.
And speaking about Intaki in particular - it’s their problem that they ended in this war, and it’s clearly the Federation fault. But while Intaki don’t do anything - for us they’re mere another hostile part of the Federation that we have to destroy to guarantee peace and security for our Citizens that are threatened, killed and tortured by the Federal aggressors.
For me Intaki planet is just a place with unacceptable concentration of hostile and destructive forces that shall be taken care of - for the sake of our Citizens whom we have sworn with our lives to protect.
And it’s not for us to teach Intaki how to be Intaki. If they will decide to leave the Federation and walk their own Way, for me they will lose all interest. For now? They are just gallente pets. They are the enemy. And my eyes are on them.
While billions of Caldari eyes are looking up in the sky. They know we are there, and we are there to protect them, save them from impending gallente, triglavian or gurista threat, to not leave them to fight for some foreigners who do nothing for our State, like some sort of a mercenary.
History is bloated with examples of the benefits of having law enforcement performed by members of the same cultural group as those being policed. While Mordu’s Legion fits this bill, due to the Caldari alignment, they are unpalatable to the average Federation citizen. Intaki service providers from the Syndicate region provide a welcome rebalancing of this dynamic.
Politics aside, the non-renewal of the Intaki contracts presents a overdue opportunity for new competitive bids for these essential jobs. Those with concerns over possible Serpentis influence in the ISP should allay their concerns by recalling that Federal law governs such contracts; a breach is grounds for cancellation. In fact, the ISP has much more to lose from a botched attempt to fulfil the contract should it be awarded to them. It is an immensely rare opportunity to gain recognition and status among the cluster’s most prominent corporate entities.
I have, in the past, and still to some extent, have reservations about ISP bidding and winning the Intaki security franchise. But, after some reflection and careful review, I am now of the opinion that the Intaki Assembly needs to hurry along and get the ball rolling on either ISP or someone else receiving the franchise. The recent back-and-forth tossing between StatePro and FDU militia forces shows just how badly a security franchise contract needs to be worked out. I wish them luck. And if the Assembly wishes to re-engage in working relations with the Federation Navy, I’m sure our military will be happy to answer the call.
Given your previous statements in this discussion I am as astonished as I am pleased. I couldn’t agree more that, by this point, any decision is likely better than no decision. Thank you for having the breadth of mind to consider the other view and the good grace to admit it publicly.
It seems ridiculous to have to say it, but it’s a disgrace that this matter remains unresolved after more than two years.
Despite delays and interference from the Federal Security Council sub-committee and the Federal Supreme Court, and vocal objections from the FIO, the Intaki Assembly asserted its sovereignty under the Federal constitution, and were close to reaching an agreement with Intaki Space Police a little over twelve months ago.
It was over six months ago it was reported that President Aguard was 'understood to have made it a priority to arrive at an agreement that “respects the rights and privileges of the Intaki Assembly while protecting the security of the Federation.”’
With some people’s attention being drawn back to the Intaki system, let us hope YC124 finally sees this concluded.
