[quote=@The Nexerus]
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Seems like we're [i]already[/i] allies, in that case. Instead of a formal military alliance, let's go ahead and say we have a long-running free trade agreement. Perhaps including the rest of non-GEC Western Europe as well.
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Sounds like a good idea. I have to now finish up my nation sheet.