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Bourgeois had indeed received Hitler's authorization and wanted to conduct a huge trade cooperation to strengthen the power of the National Socialist Party and create opportunities for Hitler to further ascend to power.

The plan of the three countries to support Chiang Kai-shek to become the spokesman for their interests in China excluded Germany without exception. This not only made Germany angry, but also made some people see another path.

Hitler is one of them.

The entire West is suffering from a huge economic crisis. Unemployment remains high, prices fluctuate, and the entire society has fallen into a strange cycle. Some people cannot afford to eat, while others are dumping agricultural products into the river.[

In this situation of overcapacity and severely reduced purchasing power, Germany is also thinking about a way out. The three countries jointly supported Chiang Kai-shek, and the starting point was indeed good. However, after evaluation by German "government" experts, it was found that in the current China, this kind of support will eventually

Failure may occur.

To put it simply, in addition to wanting to preserve their existing interests in China and seize more interests, the three "governments" also want to find a dumping ground for excess production capacity. The backlog of goods in the warehouses is piling up, and the goods that have been shipped to the port are also

They are piling up at the port because there are no buyers.

However, they both overestimated the capabilities of Chiang Kai-shek and the Nanjing "government" and underestimated the cost of completing a simple industrialization and social and educational reform.

With absolute wisdom, Hitler discovered another way of thinking, that is, the southwest.

The entire southwest is extremely vast, even comparable to the size of several European countries. The vast area, abundant resources, large population, and the advantages of having completed preliminary industrialization all mean that this is a new market full of opportunities.

As the leader of the National Socialist Party, Hitler extremely hoped to promote a large-scale trade cooperation, sign an economic cooperation plan, increase the influence of the National Socialist Party, and find a way out for Germany's chaotic economy.

"Simply put, we are ready to provide you with a loan. Of course, this loan can only be used to purchase goods produced by us in Germany. We can sell you everything except warships and fighter jets. As a proof of friendship, we hope

We can obtain the mining rights for several important minerals in Guangxi, and also lease a port on the southern coast of China to serve as the future garrison port for the German Navy's Far East Fleet."

Boursi confidently described to Zhang Shusheng a grand picture full of limited hope, interest-free state loans, a large number of cheap goods, anything except warships or fighter planes, and the price was that Zhang Shusheng had to spend the money in Germany.

Money, but also resources and a port.

The minerals that the Germans want are nothing more than a few rare metals including tungsten. The Germans who are short of resources like this rare strategic resource the most. As for the port where the fleet is stationed, the Germans have also thought about it.

How many years ago.

It's not like the Germans have never had similar thoughts before. Unfortunately, the German interests in China were completely lost in World War I. This time, they made a comeback and focused on southern China occupied by Zhang Shusheng.

Zhang Shusheng was not surprised by this idea of ​​the Germans. In addition to the unique hegemonic thinking of imperialism, they have long taken the unequal cooperation with China for granted. It is the imperialist powers who want to seize the greatest benefits from China.

their common starting point.

Loans to Southwest China to buy goods may seem stupid, but it is actually a state behavior to stimulate the economy. While obtaining other benefits in China, the loans provided by the "government" will also have a backlash on the domestic economy. What Zhang Shusheng purchased was nothing more than

Those are just things that cannot be sold. Just like Americans are digging dams and building countless infrastructures, they are all trying to create jobs and save the economy.

Zhang Shusheng shook his head, "Mr. Boursi, the economic cooperation plan can be considered. I think the details of purchasing German goods will not be a big problem. The key lies in the military port and mining rights, which are related to the southwest.

It is against the laws and regulations. Once I agree to you, it will be a betrayal of the people."

Burxi's face looked a little ugly, which was contrary to his original intention. Zhang Shusheng was like a greedy Jew who wanted everything but was unwilling to pay the price.

"Zhang, you have to know that there will be no obstacles from the Nanjing 'government' to the conditions you do not agree to. On these small issues, Mr. Chiang Kai-shek and you may have opposite views. From a personal standpoint

, I have to say one thing, the exchange of interests between the two countries is a must. Only when we get an opportunity, an opportunity to consolidate the regime and make the country stronger, is what pragmatic political leaders should choose."

Zhang Shusheng smiled bitterly, picked up the tea cup and drank two sips of bitter tea, and sorted out his thoughts. Why didn't he understand what Bur Xi said? Yes, if these conditions were replaced by Chiang Kai-shek, they would be agreed to without any bumps in the road.

But he couldn't agree to it.

"Mr. Bourgeois, there is no doubt that mineral mining rights and the leasing of military ports are related to a country's sovereignty. The answer I give today will be the same tomorrow.

As you can see, Southwest is in a period of rapid development and is full of sincerity for cooperation. I have some thoughts about this cooperation.

In addition to retaining the cooperation content of loans and loan usage scope, I think we have broader cooperation potential.[

First, the Southwest urgently needs a large number of skilled workers. We can adopt a kind of labor cooperation between countries. The German "government" organizes skilled workers to go to the Southwest for employment. We have a large number of factories here waiting for skilled workers.

, and even more construction plans require an unimaginable number of skilled workers. If we raise this kind of labor cooperation to the level of the country, provide unified visas, and unified transportation, then we assume that your country has 3 million unemployed people, we will be able to

Provide hundreds of thousands or more jobs.

Second, Southwest is developing rapidly, and the need for funds is extremely urgent. We have established a special strategic metal agency, with a strategic metal mining company under it, to carry out planned and scientific mining. If your country has corresponding resource needs,

It can also be purchased at an appropriate price.

Third, we welcome German companies to invest in China. Southwest is a rapidly developing market, and we welcome a certain amount of foreign investment. Here, at least for a long time, there will be no macro overcapacity, but there will be

A booming market."

Burxi was slightly stunned. He didn't expect Zhang Shusheng to be so well prepared. He just made a start and proposed a package of potential cooperation plans. "I have to say, these cooperation contents sound very tempting."

Zhang Shusheng smiled and knew that for a while, these were just talks on paper. If we really want to cooperate, we will only let professionals negotiate next. "Mr. Burxi, don't worry, let the experts discuss these matters. Lunch time

It’s almost here, why not enjoy the Southwest Political Lunch with me, which is full of special Chinese dishes, and express your feelings.”

"Zhang, I will submit your proposal. I hope we can have a happy cooperation."

Northeast, where the Japanese Kwantung Army is stationed.

Before it got dark, a red lantern was hung high at the door of a Japanese izakaya dedicated to Japanese military officers. A burst of Japanese music sounded like a dead father and mother in the izakaya. There were only two notes.

The traditional music made the Chinese people feel uncomfortable, but they were immersed in it.

A Japanese woman walking quickly, wearing a traditional kimono, opened the door, bowed respectfully first, and then brought the things over. In the hot water basin were two small bottles of sake that had just been warmed.

"Itagaki-kun, I didn't expect to be able to work with you again so soon. I'm really happy."

There were two Japanese people sitting in the room, dressed in typical kimono, sitting cross-legged opposite each other, drinking sake with each other.

"Yes, time flies so fast. Before Zhang Xueliang changed his banner, we were still working separately. I didn't expect to be able to work together again so soon. Come, Ishihara-kun, cheers to the long-term military destiny of the empire."

"Yo Xi, may your martial arts fortune last forever, cheers"

It turns out that there is another Japanese named Ishihara. If Zhang Shu were born here, he would definitely draw a knife and kill people on the spot, for no other reason than these two people, one is named Itagaki and the other is named Ishihara. It turns out that they are such notorious figures in history.

, Itagaki Seishiro and Ishihara Kanji, it was these two people who in later history launched the September 18th Incident and set off the prelude to Japan's invasion of China in the 1930s and 1940s.

While listening to traditional Japanese folk music outside, the two of them enjoyed a drink with several Japanese dishes on the table.

Itagaki Seishiro put down his wine glass and sighed, "Last time I passed by Hegang, I heard many friends mention Ishihara-kun and praised him as an outstanding new talent in the Kwantung Army Staff Department. Unfortunately, I am not as good as Ishihara-kun."

"What are you talking about, Mr. Itagaki? We both work for the empire, and now we are both staff officers of the Kwantung Army. They are both working for the great cause of the empire. The future is bright. Sooner or later, Mr. Itagaki will do some amazing deeds and become a role model for the emperor's people."

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That person will witness the rise of Itagaki-kun." Ishihara Wan'er knew what he was talking about and didn't care much at the moment. Today's emperors are from four places, domestic, Taiwan, North Korea, and China.

Kwantung Army.

Being able to be transferred to serve in the Kwantung Army already shows everything. This soldier will be reused. Just like himself, Itagaki Seishiro will also be a rising star in the empire.

"China is really a vast land with abundant resources, but it is a pity that it is occupied by a group of cowards. And the empire, which is determined to establish a Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere, can only succumb to the island nation." Seishiro Itagaki raised his head and took a sip of sake, as if he remembered those past events again, "

When I came this time, I saw news about the imperial traitor again. The military department is making plans to prepare..."

"Huh? Okamura Neiji was originally a rising star in the military. Unfortunately, even if he lost, he actually lost his integrity as an emperor. He should have died for the emperor a long time ago." I heard that the military was making plans to kill Okamura Neiji.

After hearing the news, Ishihara Wanji felt refreshed. Since Okamura Neji was arrested in the southwest, he has completely fallen into decline. He actually established a "Japan-China Friendship Promotion Association" and apologized everywhere under the guise of Japan.

The empire has lost all face.

"A coward cannot represent the military class of the entire empire. On the contrary, we will use our best efforts, even our lives, to prove the glory of the imperial people. Ishihara-kun, I have been thinking about it all night, if the empire can get the vast China

, how wonderful it would be. At that time, our Empire of Japan will become a world-class power competing with the Western powers." Seishiro Itagaki thought about it while drinking sake, and seemed to think of Japan across the sea.

Ishihara smiled and nodded solemnly, drank heavily, and shouted loudly: "The Chinese are a first-class inferior nation."[

"Yoshi, the empire has defeated them several times. I think we will regain this glory in the near future." Itagaki Seishiro affirmed.

"Itagaki-kun, you came from China, have you got any news?"

"The domestic situation is not very good. The economic crisis has also had a serious impact on the country. Prices have fluctuated, the economy has been damaged, and it has even affected the construction of the imperial army and navy. Every day, a large group of people in the country are shouting to cut military expenditures and save money.

Money is invested in saving the economy.

Prime Minister Minamijiro advocated a further China policy, but was opposed by Chief of Staff Kanaya. However, I have received accurate information. Araki-kun and others seem to intend to further expand the empire's interests in China.

Especially before I came to Northeast China, the ministers of the three countries united and formulated an Eastern Plan, which caused huge losses to the interests of the empire. Not only did the empire not get the right to participate, it was even forced to give up part of Shandong.

rights and interests."

Itagaki Seishiro hummed.

Ishihara Wanji: "Araki-kun has always been the best emperor. With him in the country, those little fish and shrimps can't make trouble. The Emperor is above us. We are all the emperor's most loyal warriors. Araki-sama will help solve the problem."

All obstacles. As for the envoys of the three countries squeezing out the empire, is it because of the Northeast?"

"Yes, I heard that they are dissatisfied with the benefits that the empire has gained in China, and think that these huge benefits are more than what the three countries have received. Damn Britain, France and the Soviet Union, they are always so greedy."

Ishihara Wanji drank the remaining wine in the glass in one gulp and seemed to have made some kind of decision, "Itagaki-kun, do you want to go somewhere with me for a walk?"

"Where?"

"Liutiao Lake is very close to China's Northeastern Army."

"Yo Xi, Itagaki is willing to go with Ishihara-kun."

The night is getting darker, and a seemingly casual banquet has brought too many variables to the future. Japan has usurped too many interests in China, but it is still so greedy, far beyond the greed of the Chinese people.

In the words of Zhang Shusheng, the thinking of the Chinese people is this: give them more, be more pious, be more humble, give them more gold, silver, property, and fair ladies, and they will be satisfied in the end. I would rather give it to a friend than to my family.

slave.

But the Japanese think like this: The Chinese should not occupy all this. The Empire of Japan does not just want a little bit, not just Korea, not just Taiwan, not just the station of the Kwantung Army, and not just the right to build roads.
Chapter completed!