They'd been dispatched to Naboo to handle a political situation. The council hadn't really wanted them to get involved, but Cronos' insisted that they go. It would be good experience for Jeren.
They were supposted to settle a very common trade dispute. The Trade Federation wasn't totally cooperating, as usual, but agreed to meet them on Naboo, with the queen of Naboo. There was still a few hours left before there rendevous, and Cronos wanted to go over the plan.