The Renaissance Accords
The governments of The Rejected Realms and Lazarus, hereafter jointly referred to as "the signatories",
Recognizing the extensive history of cooperation and friendship that has existed between our regions,
Noting the circumstances which led to the fall of previous treaties and pacts,
However believing that past instability is no longer a concern and closer relations are once again a viable aim,
Hereby agree as follows:
Article 1 - Diplomatic Recognition
1. The signatories recognize the constitutional governments legally established under the Constitution of The Rejected Realms and the Twelfth Mandate of Lazarus, and any successors established according to each region's domestic legal standards, as the sole legitimate governments of their respective home regions, respectively.
2. The signatories recognize each other’s legitimate possessions, as listed in Annex I. It may be updated at any time with the agreement of both signatories’ executives and updates shall not be considered an amendment to the treaty.
3. In the event an illegitimate successor government arises, the signatories shall not recognize that government.
4. The signatories respect the right of these legitimate governments to govern their respective home regions.
Article 2 - Mutual Defense Pact
1. The signatories will not invade each others' home region or legitimate possessions, nor participate in any action with the intent to overthrow the other's legitimate government as recognized in these accords.
2. The signatories will not in any way, direct or indirect, initiate or participate in espionage, subterfuge, or other clandestine operations against each other.
3. Military operations where the signatories are involved in opposite sides shall not, in and of themselves, be automatically construed as acts of hostility or aggression on either signatory.
4. In the event one signatory is attacked by an aggressor, the other signatory shall, to the extent practicable, provide defensive military assistance.
5. Upon request, and to the extent practicable, both signatories shall support each other during Delegacy transitions, including those in their legitimate possessions.
6. Both signatories agree to collaborate militarily to the extent practicable and to respect each other’s military policies and operational procedures, both when proposing and executing joint operations.
7. In the event an illegitimate successor government arises, the signatories shall provide aid, by any means available to them, in the restoration of the legitimate government.
Article 3 - Communication
1. Should a security-related contingency arise in either signatory region, the signatories will notify each other about the threat.
2. Should a security-related contingency arise in another feeder or sinker, or a mutual ally, the signatories will notify each other about their respective positions on the matter.
Article 4 - Cultural Cooperation
1. The signatories shall endeavor to conduct communal cultural activities, to the benefit of members of both regions.
Article 5 - Final Provisions
1. These accords will come into effect upon its ratification by the duly authorized individuals or bodies of both signatory regions.
2. Either signatory may terminate these accords with a public notice to the other signatory, effective after seven days.
Annex I
The Rejected Realms
Lazarus
League of Lazarus
Bethany
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