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A similar operation was undertaken in 2374 between the Ferengi and Dominion, the only 'encounter' the two powers had during the Dominion War. The Battle of Prexnak, between the Ferengi and Lytasians, was the most important battle in Ferengi history. ( TNG: ' The Last Outpost', ' The Price')ДЇerengi ranks were indicated by insignia on the Ferengi uniform but also by small green tattoos on the right side of the forehead. A Marauder was usually commanded by a DaiMon who was authorized to open new trade negotiations on behalf of the Alliance. The military was used to protect the business ventures of various Ferengi entrepreneurs, not to wage war. The Ferengi Alliance maintained what was essentially a quasi-military force that consisted mostly of D'Kora-class marauder craft. The closer you are to the front lines, the less profitable it gets. However, even as a neutral power, the economic might of the Ferengi Alliance gave them significant influence in the galaxy. The Klingons were known to despise Ferengi in almost all circumstances, despite no history of bad relations between the two governments. The official practice of neutrality, however, did not guarantee the Alliance favorable relations with all races. Similarly, during the Occupation of Bajor the Ferengi took no sides and traded equally with the Cardassians and Bajorans. The Ferengi Alliance maintained official neutrality during the Dominion War, though it believed its natural business interests to lie with the Alpha Quadrant powers. ( DS9: ' The Jem'Hadar') Generally, when the Ferengi Alliance comes into conflict with another galactic power, they peacefully apply economic pressure using their considerable financial resources (raising or lowering trade restrictions, etc.) until they can force the other power to agree to a peace treaty at the negotiation table, preferably one in the Ferengi Alliance's favor. The Ferengi Alliance has never actually fought in any large-scale interstellar war, which Quark considers an accomplishment which makes it morally superior to even the Federation. As a result, while a number of hostile conflicts occurred between the Federation and the Ferengi in the 2360s, the Ferengi Alliance itself was not considered responsible.

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In the spirit of free enterprise, most Ferengi business ventures were made without the knowledge of the government. Generally, the Ferengi Alliance stayed neutral in the politics of the galaxy, since the Ferengi were solely interested in profit and making enemies diminished possible business opportunities. See also: Ferengi Market Exchange, Ferengi Futures Exchange Foreign relations The Ferengi Gaming Commission regulated all gambling ventures within the Alliance. The Ferengi Health Commission oversaw health regulations in Ferengi businesses and public life and had the ability to revoke a Ferengi's trade license. While the FCA primarily regulated business dealings among Ferengi, the Ferengi Trade Mission furthered Ferengi governmental business interests with other species. ( DS9: ' Family Business', ' Prophet Motive') The Tower was the tallest building in the Ferengi Alliance. Agents of the FCA were known as Liquidators, led by the Board of Liquidators, all of whose offices were located on the 40th floor of the Tower of Commerce in the Sacred Marketplace on Ferenginar. The Ferengi Commerce Authority (or FCA) was an agency of the Alliance concerned with business practices and the enforcement of trade under Ferengi Trade By-Laws and Code. Though ostensibly created to oversee Ferengi business practices and ensure adherence to regulation, these agencies appeared to be constructed as much to create opportunities for graft, bribery and corruption as any legitimate purpose.

( DS9: ' Family Business')Дespite a strong spirit of laissez-faire regarding commerce, the Alliance maintained numerous agencies to regulate Ferengi business and trade. Even seeking an audience with a senior government official required a donation (bribe) of latinum. A Ferengi who aspired to a higher position in any government agency, in particular the FCA, was expected to earn a large profit not just for himself but for his superiors. Domestically, advancement in Ferengi government was based on bribery and patronage.

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