Following independence from the Yamatai Star Empire in YE 30, the United Outer Colonies became responsible for their own defense. The nation became settled on a philosophy of peacekeeping; that is becoming a truly neutral nation capable of deploying humanitarian aid and assistance to all nations, factions and groups in the known universe. Ship commanders would also serve as diplomats and mediators; soldiers serving as defenders of the innocent, the hard working ranks of a nation striving towards intergalactic peace.

The United Outer Colonies Peacekeeper Forces (UOCPF) will serve as:

• Defensive forces of the United Outer Colonies.
• Peacekeepers

Peacekeeping is defined as:

• aiding war or conflict torn nations in creating conditions for sustainable peace.

Humanitarian aid is defined as:

• material or logistical services provided in response to a crisis.

Other roles of the UOCPF:

• to deliver humanitarian aid to any nation, faction, or citizen regardless of alignment, allegiance, species, or origin.
• to serve as mediators at negotiations between other nations at their request.

The UOCPF as the defensive forces of the UOC will:

• protect UOC territories, vessels and citizens.
• have a branch dedicated to policing UOC territories.
• serve as border control.

The UOCPF will also:

• serve as the colonization and exploration hand of the Government of the United Outer Colonies.
• provide protection and response to UOCPF/civilian vessels outside of the UOC.