Open to FWA Opposition
Not only did Jakku hold considerable historical significance it was also one of the last backdoors into the New Republic. So its tactical significance had grown ever since Alexander Xerxes had risen to the Seat of the Supreme Chancellor. The Hynestian wanted a strong and stable Republic and to do that its borders needed to be secure, both from known and unknown threats. Some would say it was an underhanded tactic of Alexander looking to pry away planets from the Free World Alliance especially as they were repeatedly attacked by the Sith from all angles. But he was not sending ships or soldiers to colour these planets in blue, nor was he even sending a Senator in his place, no he was attending himself.
This was a diplomatic mission, to discuss with the representatives of Jakku on if they wished to stay with Alliance or join the Republic. The diplomatic overtures required to arrange the meeting were not too difficult, the fact someone of this importance coming to the planet was almost enough to summon the leading members of the planet without him stating the reasoning for his visit.
But they all knew, two Nebulon-D Frigates hung in high orbit above the planet as the Supreme Chancellors Nauur-Class Yacht the ‘Democracy’. Slowly glided through the atmosphere towards the main settlement on Jakku.
A short time later, after refreshments and pleasantries had been given and received by all, Alexander was ushered into perhaps the most fancy room on the entire planet to officially meet with the representatives of the planet. “Greetings.”