[Harmless Teddy Bear]

Because you never know when having open diplomatic relations can come in useful. It may be that at some point the fastest route to some where is through their air space when time is of essence. Or you may need to put one of your ships into their harbor to wait for repairs.

Having them know that you considered them beneath your notice can make it uncomfortable when you have to ask them for a little favor.

Always dig your well before you are thirsty.

[Thank You Rush]

Very good - thank you. There’s always more than one view and good to hear one without the sarcasm that is pervading FR of late....