Alliance of Central Ecrosian States

"ACES" redirects here. For other uses, see ACES (disambiguation).

Alliance of Central Ecrosian States Bündnis der Zentralekrosischer Staaten
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Motto:  "Cooperation, Co-development, and Co-prosperity"
Anthem: ''Ode an die Freude''
Member states shown in dark green c. 5 May 2023
Headquarters	Victoria, Jackson
Working languages	Jackian・Kivuian
Type	Military alliance
Members	6 Eleutherios Jackson Kivu Montesayette Terranihil Template:Country data Pennalla
Leaders
• Secretary-General	Anthony Holland
• Chair of the Military Committee	Christoglou IV
• President of the Parliamentary Assembly	Robert Montagne
Establishment	1 April 1982
• Central Ecrosian Treaty	27 February 1982
• Marathon Declaration	27 February 1987
Website aces.int

The Alliance of Central Ecrosian States (ACES, /ˈeɪsɪz/; Kivuian: Bündnis der Zentralekrosischer Staaten, BZES), also called the Central Ecrosian Alliance, is an international security and defense organization established by Jackson, Eleutherios, and Kivu in 1982. It functions under the Central Ecrosian Treaty, signed in Oikos on 27 February 1982. ACES operates as a collective security system, where its member states commit to mutual defense against external attacks.

ACES was initially formed as a military alliance to serve as a counterbalance to the Cooperation and Development Coalition (CODECO). While there hasn't been a direct military confrontation between the two organizations, the conflict has predominantly been fought on ideological grounds. Both ACES and CODECO have led to the expansion of military forces and their integration into their respective blocs. In 1987, the Marathon Declaration was signed, expanding the ACES' role to include international security aspects such as politics, economics, and culture. The declaration emphasized these dimensions as important and strategic for long-term human security. Despite common misconceptions, ACES, even with the inclusion of the Global ACES program, are not primarily economic pacts. While the Global ACES program does include provisions for free trade, the main focus of ACES and Global ACES is to serve as platforms for government-to-government dialogues and improved diplomatic communication. These efforts have inadvertently contributed to economic integration, leading to the mistaken belief that ACES is primarily an economic pact.

While initially formed as a rival organization to CODECO, certain aspects of the Central Ecrosian Treaty emphasized the significance of member states' sovereignty and foreign policies, particularly through "non-intervention" clauses. As a result, member states have adopted varying foreign policies towards CODECO, with Montesayette notably pursuing a policy of diplomatic discretion and détente towards certain CODECO members. ACES has faced criticism internationally for its non-intervention stance regarding the human rights situation in Terranihil. This has led to perceptions of hypocrisy, as the alliance is seen as neglecting human rights concerns.

ACES main administrative headquarters are located in Victoria, Jackson, while its military headquarters are near Dastivus, Terranihil. A substantial portion of the Alliance's forces has been deployed in Terranihil as part of the ACES Combined Force, tasked with safeguarding and controlling the strategically important region known as the "Terranilian Barrier." Additionally, Hauptstadt, Kivu serves as the headquarters for the Global ACES program, while secondary administrative and military offices of the Alliance are located within the Greater Nerfoy Area in Montesayette.

ACES was established with three founding members and has expanded its membership three times, with Pennalla being the most recent addition in 2012. The enlargement of ACES and the Global ACES program has faced challenges due to concerns over the human rights situation in Terranihil.

Structure

The structure of ACES, as defined by the Central Ecrosian Treaty, consists of three key organs: the Central Ecrosian Council, the ACES Parliamentary Assembly, and the ACES Military Committee. These entities collaboratively function in a coordinated manner. Additionally, there are permanent agencies established by the Alliance, either subsequent to the Central Ecrosian Treaty or not explicitly mentioned within its text. These include the annual Central Ecrosian Summit, coinciding with the annual meeting of the Allied Global Cooperation Council, and the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS).

Central Ecrosian Council

Main article: Central Ecrosian Council

The Central Ecrosian Council (CEC), established under Article 4 of the Central Ecrosian Treaty, is one of the three agencies with explicit authority derived from the treaty. As the principal political decision-making body of ACES, it comprises the permanent representatives of each member state who participate in regular meetings and consultations. The CEC is chaired by the Secretary-General, the highest-ranking official of the Alliance. Decision-making within the CEC is based on consensus among the member states, emphasizing a collaborative and inclusive approach.

The CEC can convene at different levels, including the permanent representative (PERMREP) level or with the participation of member states' ministers of foreign affairs, defesne, or heads of government. Regardless of the formation under which it meets, the CEC possesses the same powers. The CEC holds two regular meetings each week: an informal lunch discussion on Tuesdays and a decision-taking session on Wednesdays. These meetings typically involve the permanent representatives, who hold senior positions within their respective delegations. The permanent representatives are typically distinguished civil servants or experienced ambassadors holding diplomatic ranks. Each member nation is typically represented on the CEC by an ambassador or permanent representative. These representatives are supported by national delegations consisting of advisers and officials who represent their respective countries on various ACES committees. The following is a table listing the incumbent members of the CEC:

Order	Portfolio	Portrait	Name	Country	Incumbent
1	Secretary-General Generalsekretär		Anthony Holland	Jackson	DD/MM/YYYY
2	Deputy Secretary-General Stellvertretender Generalsekretär		Placeholder	Placeholder	DD/MM/YYYY
3	Permanent Representative Ständiger Vertreter		Placeholder	Eleutherios	DD/MM/YYYY
4	Permanent Representative Ständiger Vertreter		Placeholder	Jackson	DD/MM/YYYY
5	Permanent Representative Ständiger Vertreter		Placeholder	Kivu	DD/MM/YYYY
6	Ambassador to the Central Ecrosian Alliance Ambassadeur auprès de l'Alliance Centrale Écrosienne		Noémie Forestier	Montesayette	26 July 2022
7	Permanent Representative Ständiger Vertreter		Placeholder	Terranihil	DD/MM/YYYY
8	Permanent Representative Ständiger Vertreter		Placeholder	Template:Country data Pennalla	DD/MM/YYYY

ACES Parliamentary Assembly

Main article: ACES Parliamentary Assembly

The ACES Parliamentary Assembly (ACES PA) is the consultative interparliamentary organization within the Alliance. Its primary function is to enhance parliamentary awareness and understanding of significant security matters, fostering transparency in ACES policies. Furthermore, it plays a crucial role in maintaining and strengthening the Central Ecrosian relationship, which serves as a foundation for the Alliance. The current president of the Assembly is Robert Montagne. As the highest office within the assembly, the president possesses the authority to cast a tie-breaking vote when needed. However, apart from this specific role, the standing rules of the assembly confer relatively limited powers to the president.

The ACES PA consists of 180 delegates from the six member states of ACES. These delegates are nominated by their respective parliaments following established procedures, typically based on party representation within the parliaments. As a result, the assembly represents a diverse range of political opinions. The table below illustrates the allocation of the 180 delegates among the six member states:

Country	Delegates
Eleutherios	3
Jackson	42
Kivu	31
Montesayette	32
Terranihil	54
Template:Country data Pennalla	19

ACES Military Committee

Main article: ACES Military Committee

The ACES Military Committee (ACES MC) is a key body within ACES comprised of the chiefs of defense (CHOD) from member states. The national CHODs are typically represented in the committee by their permanent military representatives (MILREP), who often hold the rank of two- or three-star flag officers. While the Military Committee primarily operates with the participation of MILREPs, there are occasions when it convenes at a higher level. At these times, the committee gathers the chiefs of defense, the highest-ranking military officers within each nation's armed forces, to facilitate discussions and decision-making.

The ACES MC provides assistance and advice to the Central Ecrosian Council on military affairs, including policy and strategy. It routinely reports its activities to the Parliamentary Assembly. The executive body of the ACES MC is the Allied International Military Staff (AIMS), which serves as the highest operational command within the ACES military command structure (ACS). With the passage of the Marathon Declaration, the AIMS was expanded to allow participation from members of the Global ACES program, should they choose to be involved in the command structure. The ACES MC is currently chaired by Christoglou IV. As for the AIMS, the position of Director-General is held by TBA.

Others

Central Ecrosian Summit

The annual Central Ecrosian Summit serves as a significant gathering of heads of states, heads of governments, and their representatives, including deputies, foreign ministers, and respective working teams. This summit is strategically scheduled to coincide with the annual meeting of the Allied Global Cooperation Council, facilitating more streamlined and efficient discussions on multilateral cooperation between ACES and Global ACES member states. Typically, member states take turns hosting these events, although certain unstable member states like Terranihil and Tumland may have exceptions. In 2023, the summit was held in Nerfoy, Montesayette.

Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure

The Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) was established following the adoption of the Marathon Declaration. It operates as a permanent organ within ACES and is entrusted with the coordination of counterterrorism measures among member countries. RATS also aims to enhance cooperation on ACES initiatives targeting terrorism, separatism, and religious extremism. In more recent times, member countries have expanded the focus of RATS to include the areas of narcoterrorism and drug smuggling. This adjustment reflects the recognition that narcotics have become a significant source of funding for anti-government activities within member states. RATS now addresses these issues as part of its mandate.

Membership

Members states

Country	Joined	Capital	Population	Currency	Government	Location	Notes
Eleutherios	1 April 1982	Oikos	6,941,825	Drachma	Presidential republic	Central Ecros	See Eleutherios in ACES
Jackson	1 April 1982	Jacksonville City	85,300,000	Dollar	Presidential republic	Central Ecros	See Jackson in ACES
Kivu	1 April 1982	Hauptstadt	62,500,000	Mark	Presidential republic	Central Ecros	See Kivu in ACES
Montesayette	17 October 1983	Nerfoy	65,201,755	Pound	Parliamentary republic	Central Ecros	See Montesayette in ACES
Terranihil	DD/MM/1985	Minaltar	108,300,000	Selkie	Semi-presidential republic	Southern Ecros	See Terranihil in ACES
Template:Country data Pennalla	DD/MM/2012	Pennalla City	39,000,000	Rbinu	Presidential republic	Central Ecros	See Pennalla in ACES

Observer states

Despite ACES provision for observer status, no nations have taken advantage of this opportunity to date.

Dialogue partners

Under the Global ACES program, member states are automatically granted the status of dialogue partners. This status extends to nations listed in the following table:

Country	Joined	Capital	Population	Currency	Government	Location	Notes
Baltanla	15 January 2015	Baltanla City	175,000,000	Dong	Semi-presidential republic	Ostlandet	See Baltanla in ACES
Gjorka	28 June 2023	Gjorka City	70,410,005	Pón	Presidential republic	Ostlandet	See Gjorkan in ACES
Karimun	01 January 2002	Giovanni	54,775,500	Peta	Presidential republic	Northern Ecros	See Karimun in ACES
Monsilva	22 January 1988	Amking	50,012,300	Yupian	Parliamentary republic	Ostlandet	See Monsilva in ACES
Paleocacher	DD/MM/YY	Gardena	205,000,000	Selkie	Presidential republic	Ostlandet	See Paleocacher in ACES
Tumland	DD/MM/YY	Tum Central	38,000,000	Gregoris	Athenian democracy	Southern Ecros	See Tumland in ACES

Guest attendances

International organizations or states may receive invitations to attend or observe activities of the alliance. This includes organizations or states listed below:

• Terraconserva Council of Nations

Activities

Military

Although ACES was established as a military alliance in 1982, it has not participated in or initiated any military operations to date.

Military exercises are conducted on a contingent basis within ACES to ensure the maintenance of Allied forces capabilities. Major exercises are held annually, with the specific categories and scope depending on the objectives and strategic priorities of the Alliance. One notable exercise in ACES history is Exercise Intrepid, which took place in 1986 across Eleutherios, Montesayette, and Terranihil. It involved a substantial deployment of forces, including 131,565 personnel from Jackson, 250 aircraft, 65 vessels, and up to 10,000 vehicles. The opposing force consisted of over 10,000 personnel, comprising contingents from Eleutherios, Kivu, Montesayette, and Terranihil.

Exercise Intrepid aimed to simulate a full-scale conflict scenario between ACES and CODECO. It included various elements such as the invasion of the Terranilian barrier, amphibious assaults, and command post exercises that simulated the escalation of conflict. The exercise introduced novel components not previously seen, including a unique format of coded communication, radio silences, and the participation of heads of government. Its purpose was to enhance preparedness, coordination, and interoperability among ACES forces in the event of a potential conflict with CODECO.

See also

• Cooperation and Development Coalition
• Terraconserva Council of Nations
• Terraconserva Economic Union
• Ostlandet Union