The DDS have dropped restrictions on the Porquat 640 fleet which is currently rebuilding after the disastrous war (for it) with the Central Powers earlier in this decade. For some time the Porquatians were restricted to the type of ship and the number they could build but recently they have made noises about joining the DDS (though this will not happen for years because of the Aritans). The DDS deny the lifting of restrictions is linked to the Porquatians signing a 1.4 billion zark deal for 3 extra Extenders (on top of the 2 already on order), 4 Pentekonter-E100s and 120 MQ-5AP Ferret-E UCVs.
Currently the Porquatians have built 7 Quagan 658 and 665 frigates but now say they want a fleet of 20 of these nimble and powerful ships plus 5 new build Xian cruisers. Rich mineral deposits and exports are filling Porquatian coffers and they are aiming to build a fleet at least as powerful as the one they had before they invaded New Arit. The Porquatians however say they will not attack Arit again (as Arit is a DDS ally it would be suicidal anyway) and want to help the DDS in policing the Rim Worlds. They have offered sending a Quagan to join Ensuring Passage.
