I am Horatio Esposita, Secretary of State for the Republic of Malta. Traditionally, I administer all aspects relating to government function and enforcement of the law outside of the Republic's realms in space. I also speak on behalf of the Presidency when they are unavailable.
With respect to Secretary Iltzmann's position in dealing with international relations, the Republic is at an impasse, and for all intents and purposes the Republic has been a client state of Crayter for many years now. As Ms. Iltzmann spoke of before, many talks were had aboard the Republic's capital as to our course of action regarding the reform of Malta's politics, and indeed even the need for action altogether. Though by tradition the Republic is the rightful successor to the Crimson Cross, it is clear that Malta has decided to deviate from tradition in favor of allowing anarchy to reign. None in the cabinet understand it, but that may itself be the point.
Regardless, I am contacting you today in place of Ms. Iltzmann to inform you that there is currently a vote in the Congregation Chamber aboard Barcelona as to our future course of action, and several representatives have already proposed the nationalization of the Republic into Crayter's federalized structure. While the vote does not currently favor this, many of the representatives have not yet cast their voice into the Chamber. Regardless, the President asked that I relay this to our friends in Crayter in the event that such a measure goes forward.
If anything pertinent happens, I will be sure to reach out once more. The vote is expected to end in two months time.
Also, Ms. Iltzmann does wish to convey her regret that Malta was not able to provide any assistance with your effort to provide supplies to rebuild Carrier Hades, though personally it is probably for the best.
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