The other nation will not Accept our Conditions

It transpires that Congo has refused our generous offer for a peaceful and mutually beneficial path to independence. Therefore it is now up to us, in just how forcibly we hold on to this wayward colony. We have three options, as follows; First option, if we believe their determination to gain independence is wavering, we could offer them status as an overseas department, effectively transforming them from a colonial asset into a distant part of our nation proper, with very limited autonomy. The second option is to provoke them into open conflict, and then demonstrate our strength over them on the battlefield. It is more of a gamble, but should we win the path to complete domination is open, and we can seize all their assets without international condemnation. The third option is the most diplomatic, and we embrace a model similar to the British Empire, with Congo earning the right to become a dominion. Their diplomatic decisions will still be made by us, but otherwise their autonomy will be greatly expanded. We should be aware however, that should they reject any of these, then there is likely no recourse outside of violence.