The diversity of opinions on the Marlinist colonies reveals the challenges facing squadrons present in Marlinist systems.
The reality of the Marlinist situation is that squadrons are present in Marlinist systems and will continue to expand into these systems.
Therefore, it is important to create a constructive forum for independent commanders to share their goals and concerns with the squadrons present in the Marlinist systems.
OMEC prefers diplomacy to warfare and we have established consular relations with other squadrons with stakes in the Marlinist systems.
The fate of these colonies is not for OMEC to decide alone, but requires us to dialogue with other interested squadrons.
We would humbly submit that if your goal is to promote the health and welfare of the Marlinist colonies, dialogue is a better avenue than asymmetric warfare.
It is difficult (if not impossible) for us to interact with a large number of individuals who represent only themselves and are likely working at cross purposes to each other.
As this forum indicates, some individuals promote the Marlinists and others want them crushed.
OMEC wants what is best for these refugees, but that must also be balanced against the security interests of the Federation, Empire, Alliance and Independent powers.
Let us reason together about the best way to create a DURABLE arrangement that is in the favor of the Marlinist colonists and the squadrons present in Marlinist systems while addressing the concerns of the superpowers.
OMEC is present in the Marlinist system
LP 659-31 and after a conference with the other squadrons present, we reached an agreement allowing the Marlinists to remain in control of that system.
However, the Hyades sector is an entirely different situation. OMEC was forced to take control of Yano's Prospect due to the potential for radical Marlinist elements to seize nerve agents, as
we reported.
There are many challenges ahead in improving the situation of the Marlinists given the actions of the NMLA. OMEC continues to believe that dialogue and coordinated action is the best way to advance the interests of all interested stakeholders.