The governing body known as the Ord Mantell Central Authority served as the formal administration for the planet of Ord Mantell throughout the period of the Cold War.
After the conclusion of the Great Galactic War, Ord Mantell desired to stay affiliated with the Republic. Nevertheless, the widespread appeal of the Ord Mantell Central Authority hampered attempts to cultivate stronger connections with the Republic. The presence of corruption was a major factor in its inability to effectively collaborate with the central government. Appalled by the pervasive corruption among governmental figures, certain factions on Ord Mantell initiated a separatist uprising opposing the Republic. This revolt, largely concentrated in the Avilatan region, caused worry for the Central Authority. Because its own army proved insufficient to quell the separatist danger, the Central Authority requested intervention from the Republic.