Coalition, the
The Coalition Commerciale Galactique, (Galactic Trade Coalition, or for short "Coalition") was formed a few years after the Battle of Alpha Centauri, fought by British and German forces in defence of Centauri independence. While the Seventh Republic was not directly involved in that conflict, it became concerned about growing Imperial might, and sought to provide a cultural and economic counter against the perceived threat.Member nations of the Coalition, apart from the Seventh Republic, include Québec, Norway, Romania and New Leithania.
Under the terms of the Ganymede Convention, conflicts between the two forces have been kept to a minimum, but an undercurrent of mistrust and hostility is always present.
Due to the suspected involvement of the Coalition in the hyperspatial mine incident in the Sol system, the Empire and the Coalition are moving closer to a serious conflict, but diplomacy has so far prevented this. The opening of a French consulate on Livingstone, as well as both sides' regular patrols along the demilitarised zone help to maintain the fragile peace.