Naval Policy

[The Rock Doctor]

As of 1912:

In general:

1.  Ships with triple expansion machinery are obsolete, and to be replaced as quickly as possible, even if it prevents the Armada from expanding in quantity.

2.  Asymmetric warfare (mines, torpedos, submarines) are essential parts of the Armada's arsenal, and should be fully developed and fielded.

3.  All coasts and possessions should benefit from sufficient patrol and anti-piracy assets.

4.  A power projection capability is required to allow the Armada to aid Gran Colombia's allies in overseas conflicts.

5.  Following from #4, it is more cost-effective to further invest in that power projection capability, so it is capable of retaking a peripheral possession, than it is to invest in peripheral squadrons capable of defeating all likely threats.