Union of Sarpedonian States

The Union of Sarpedonian States (Unión de Estados de Sarpedon, ), often stylized and abbreviated UNESARP, is a Sarpedonian political and economic union established by the Vila Real Accord in 2026. Its full members are Cartadania and Pelaxia. Passport controls have been abolished for travel between the countries and a monetary union established in 2026, will go into full force in during 2028

History
The Union of Sarpedonian States (UNESARP), a political and economic alliance between Cartadania and Pelaxia, finds its roots in the historical tapestry woven by years of shared geopolitical interests and a burgeoning Pansarpedonian sentiment. The journey toward this union commenced with the Vila Real Accords, a pivotal agreement signed in 2026, marking the initial steps of the Pansarpedonian movement. Carto-Pelaxia Commonwealth and Shared History: The foundation of the Carto-Pelaxian Commonwealth during the First Great War laid the groundwork for the intricate relations between Cartadania and Pelaxia. As the alliance weathered the storms of the Second Great War, the nations found themselves frequently aligned, not just in military endeavors but also in political and economic pursuits. The Commonwealth became a testament to the strength forged in shared challenges.

As the world transitioned into the 21st century, a resurgence of Pansarpedonian movements gained momentum. The increasing interconnectivity and global challenges necessitated collaborative efforts. Cartadania and Pelaxia, acknowledging their historical ties, began exploring avenues to fortify their partnership in the face of evolving geopolitical dynamics.

Vila Real Accords, a milestone in unity, signed in 2036, stand as a cornerstone in the formation of UNESARP. Crafted with the intention of fostering collaboration, these accords echoed the commitment of both nations to principles such as sovereign equality, good neighborliness, and non-interference. Recognizing the democratic and outward-looking nature of each other, Cartadania and Pelaxia laid the groundwork for deeper ties. Against the backdrop of a resurgent Pansarpedonian sentiment, the Vila Real Accords acted as a catalyst. The movement aimed to bridge historical divisions and create a united front against new global challenges, particularly those posed by international terrorism and transnational crime. The common regional interests and ties between Cartadania and Pelaxia took center stage.

With the Vila Real Accords setting the stage, the Union of Sarpedonian States emerged as a formal alliance in 2-26. The abolishment of passport controls and the establishment of a monetary union signaled a deeper integration. As both nations moved toward greater collaboration in various domains, the Union became a symbol of regional stability, progress, and prosperity. With passport controls have been abolished for travel between the countriea, a monetary union established in 2026 would go into full force in during 2028.

Key figures instrumental in this historical journey included Prime Minister of Pelaxia Pedro Meireles, Marcos Reyes, Leyre Castrillón, and President of Cartadania Anteros Ballas. Their commitment to the ideals embedded in the Vila Real Accords paved the way for the establishment of UNESARP. In conclusion, the Union of Sarpedonian States is not just a contemporary alliance; it is the culmination of a shared history, a response to emerging global challenges, and the embodiment of the Pansarpedonian movement that sought to unite nations for a common future.

Observer states
Burgundie considers itself an observer of UNESARP, while it is not eligible to be a member both from the perspective of the Sarpedonian states as well as its commitments to the Levantine Union, it considers Cartadania and Pelaxia core allies and would protect either of them if their Sarepdonian territories were infringed upon. Burgundie also conducts economic and diplomatic interactions with both nations in accordance with the framework of UNESARP. Bound by their shared Romance culture and ARGUS apparatus (with (Cartadania), Burgundie also follows (where it doesnt contradict its commitments to the Levantine Union) the cultural and educational elements of UNESARP.

DEFESARP
The central principle holding DEFESARP is that an attack against one is to be considered an attack against both; this was known as the "Cognati defense" doctrine, and as a logical continuation of the Vila Real Accords. The pact also includes cooperation on military training, advanced cyber, artificial intelligence and autonomy, quantum technologies, undersea capabilities, hypersonic and counter-hypersonic, electronic warfare, innovation and information sharing.

Under the pact Cartadania and Pelaxia have mutual access to joint naval bases in Maribel Island, Las Jusonias, Freda Island, Lotoa and Solemia, extending the reach of the alliance further away than just the Tainean and Kindred Sea. They also mantain a Joint Aerospace Traning center in Cartadania and the largest Joint Military Training Camp at "Complejo de los Ballesteros" in Pelaxia.

DEFESARP has obliged both militaries to integrate their early warning, awarnes and command structure under the DEFESARP Air Defence Command (ADC) and the Kindred and Tainean Sea Joint Naval Command (KTS-Joint Naval Command). DEFESARP holds yearly military command exercises for Pelaxia and Cartadania to have an opportunity to improve inter-organization cooperation, and has under its mandate created the Cognati Corps.

Cognati Corps
The Cognati Corps (Cuerpo de Coñata; ) is a binational combined arms coprs consisting of units from the Cartadanian and Pelaxian militaries.The Corps a high-readiness force comprising land, air, sea and special forces units capable of being deployed quickly.

Rotating forces through the Cognati Corps requires both nations to meet the demanding standards needed for collective defence and expeditionary operations. As the standards are very high, participation in the Corps is preceded by a six-month DEFESARP exercise program in order to integrate and standardize the various contingents. Generally, units carry out a pre-training period in preparation for the DEFESARP exercises of between 6–18 months. Once activated, Reconnaissance Teams deploy within 5 days. This is the first of a number of deployment phases that lead to the deployment of the entire HQ Joint Task Force and CorpsForces within 30 days.

'''The Corps currently comprises up to 60,000 troops and will be increased to over 100,000 troops. It includes units from several overseas territories.'''

The Cognati Corps trains for various tasks, including:
 * providing immediate collective defence of UNESARP members in the event of military operation;
 * crisis management;
 * acting as the initial force deployment as a precursor to deployment of a much larger force;
 * peace support;
 * disaster relief;
 * protection of critical infrastructure.

MERCOSARP
The Sarpedonian single market, also known as the MERCOSARP, is the single market comprising mainly the 2 member states of the Union of Sarpedonian States. With certain exceptions, it also comprises Vallejar, and Caphiria (through the Agreement on the Sarpedonian Economic Area) and Puertego (through sectoral treaties). The single market seeks to guarantee the free movement of goods, capital, services, and people, known collectively as the "four freedoms".This is achieved through common rules and standards that all participating states are legally committed to follow.

A number of potential UNESARP accession candidates have stabilisation and association agreements with UNESARP, which allow for limited participation in selected sectors of the single market, namely Burgundie, Kistan, Urcea Daxia and Yonderre.

The market is intended to increase competition, labour specialisation, and economies of scale, allowing goods and factors of production to move to the area where they are most valued, thus improving the efficiency of the allocation of resources. It is also intended to drive economic integration whereby the once separate economies of the member states become integrated within a single UNESARP-wide economy. The creation of the internal market as a seamless, single market is an ongoing process, with the integration of the logistics and infrastructure industry still containing gaps. According to a 2033 estimate, because of the single market the GDP of Cartadania and Pelaxia countries is on average 12 percent higher than it would be if tariff and non-tariff restrictions were in place.

The "Four Freedoms" of the single market are:
 * Free movement of goods
 * Free movement of capital
 * Freedom to establish and provide services
 * Free movement of people

Goods
The range of "goods" (or "products") covered by the term "free movement of goods" "is as wide as the range of goods in existence". Goods are only covered if they have economic value, i.e. they can be valued in money and are capable of forming the subject of commercial transactions. Works of art, coins which are no longer in circulation and water are noted as examples of "goods". Fish are goods, UNESARP legislation states that fishing rights (or fishing permits) are not goods, but a provision of service. The law further explains that, both capital and service can be valued in money and are capable of forming the subject of commercial transactions, but they are not goods.

Custom Duties
The customs union of the Union of Sarpedonian States removes customs barriers between member states and operates a common customs policy towards external countries, with the aim "to ensure normal conditions of competition and to remove all restrictions of a fiscal nature capable of hindering the free movement of goods within the Common Market". Aspects of the UNESARP Customs area extend to a number of non-EU-member states, such as Caphiria, under separately negotiated arrangements.

Article 30 of the Vila Real Accords prohibits border levies between member states on both European Union Customs Union produce and non-EUCU (third-country) produce. Under the Accords, customs duty applicable to third country products are levied at the point of entry into UNESARP, and once within the Union external border goods may circulate freely between member states. Under the operation of the Union, customs border controls between member states are maintained as part of security, counter-narcotics operations and counter-human trafficking activity. Some physical inspections on imports and exports have been replaced mainly by audit controls and risk analysis.

People
The free movement of people means Cartadanian and Pelaxian citizens can move freely between member states for whatever reason (or without any reason) and may reside in any member state they choose if they are not an undue burden on the social welfare system or public safety in their chosen member state. This required reduction of administrative formalities and greater recognition of professional qualifications of other states. Fostering the free movement of people has been a major goal of Carto-Pelaxian integration since the 1990s.

Broadly defined, this freedom enables citizens of one Member State to travel to another, to reside and to work there (permanently or temporarily). The idea behind UNESARP legislation in this field is that citizens from other member states should be treated equally to domestic citizens and should not be discriminated against.